Sun Life Partners with the Hong Kong Tourism Board to Take Dragon Boat Celebrations to New Heights as Title Sponsor of the “Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Festival” and “Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races”

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Source: Media Outreach Celebrating Hong Kong’s century-old Dragon Boat heritage with a large-scale installation to design your own boat HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2026 – Sun Life has proudly supported local dragon boat activities to help preserve this cultural tradition. To mark the 50th anniversary of the iconic “Hong … Read more

Correction – name release, Lake Tekapo

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Source: New Zealand Police An earlier release stated that Baldeep Singh, 34, died after entering the water in Lake Tekapo on Friday 12 June. For clarity, Police received a report that he had entered the water on 11 June, and he was sadly located deceased on 12 June. Apologies for any confusion caused. ENDS Issued…

Shell and St. Paul’s Hospital Drive low-carbon development in Hong Kong’s healthcare sector

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Source: Media Outreach City’s first hospital to adopt Renewable Diesel Blend R33, reducing up to 30% lifecycle CO2e emissions HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2026 – Shell Hong Kong Limited (Shell) and St. Paul’s Hospital on Tuesday held the “Shell x St. Paul’s Hospital – Integrated Decarbonisation Solutions Kick-off Ceremony”, … Read more

Name release: body located, Lake Tekapo

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Source: New Zealand Police Police can name the man who died after entering the water in Lake Tekapo on Friday 12 June. He was Baldeep Singh, 34, of Christchurch. Our thoughts are with his loved ones at this difficult time. Police continue to make enquiries on behalf of the Coroner.  ENDS  Issued by Police Media…

CUHK ranks 18th in QS World University Rankings 2027

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Source: Media Outreach Advancement in international reputation, employer reputation, and global engagement HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2026 – The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) has been ranked 18th globally in the latest Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings 2027, climbing 14 places from 32nd in the previous year … Read more

Advocacy – Peters’ ‘bulldust’ claim is bulldust – PSNA

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Source: Palestinian Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA)   PSNA is challenging the government to obtain medical records held in Türkiye to prove the truth of Global Sumud Flotilla activist Hāhona Ormsby’s claim that he was beaten and injured by Israeli guards in Israel in late April.   In a confrontation at today’s hearing of Parliament’s Foreign … Read more

Advocacy – Members of Global Sumud Aotearoa Delegation come to Wellington this week to challenge the Minister of Foreign Affairs

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Source: Global Sumud Aotearoa Delegation Members of Global Sumud Aotearoa Delegation come to Wellington this week to challenge the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Winston Peters, over Government inaction following the abduction and mistreatment of New Zealand citizens by the Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF/IDF) in both 2025 and in May 2026. Unlike Australia, France, Spain, Malaysia, … Read more

Legislation – Jones fails to force through Fisheries Amendment Bill before election, following public backlash – Greenpeace

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Source: Greenpeace News that progress on the Fisheries Amendment Bill will be delayed until after the election is being called a win for People Power by environmental groups, who say it proves how united the New Zealand public is against destructive fishing. On Thursday, it was announced to the Select Committee that the Bill will not … Read more

Northland News – Competition helps Taitokerau win the war on weeds

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Source: Northland Regional Council Northland’s first ever rohe wide moth plant competition has proved a great success with a total of 37,704 pods and 44,129 vines (with roots) collected over two and a half months by 38 registered teams and individuals. The overall winner ‘Chasing Kings’ based in Pakaraka in the Far North collected an astounding … Read more

Roland Berger reports strongest year in its history and reinforces long-term commitment to the Middle East

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Source: Media Outreach Highest revenue in the firm’s history (€1.01 billion) Twenty years in the Middle East underline Roland Berger’s long-term commitment to the region Continued investment in AI and future capabilities DUBAI, UAE – Newsaktuell – 18 June 2026 – Roland Berger, the only leading global consultancy of European origin, generated revenues of €1.01 … Read more

Fire and Emergency review should go further – Federated Farmers

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Source: Federated Farmers Within only a week of Federated Farmers’ call for a review of Fire and Emergency New Zealand, the Government has recognised the issues. “We wrote to Minister Brooke van Velden last week asking for an independent review of FENZ, as farmers are really concerned about rising levy costs and declining rural services,” Federated Farmers vice … Read more

Govt cuts dismantle team supporting public services that represent all NZers – PSA

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Source: PSA A proposal to disestablish the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Team at Te Kawa Mataaho Public Service Commission continues the Government’s attack on quality public services that properly represent New Zealand. The proposed changes would result in a net loss of six roles. The team currently supports employee-led networks and DEI practitioners across public … Read more

GDP growth reflects earlier recovery, but impact of global uncertainty still to come – EMA

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Source: EMA The EMA (Employers and Manufacturers Association) says today’s GDP figures of 0.8% growth for the March quarter point to an economy that was regaining momentum earlier in the year. However, the data does not reflect the challenges we have seen since the end of March. EMA Head of Advocacy and Strategy Alan McDonald said … Read more

Northland News – Think carefully before buying aging vessels

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Source: Northland Regional Council Northland’s harbourmaster’s office is warning those keen to do up ageing boats to think carefully about the effort – and costs – involved. Northland Regional Council Deputy Harbourmaster Peter Thomas says the council’s maritime department disposes of an average of one boat per month somewhere in Northland, many of which had initially … Read more

Tax Reform – Facebook just the tip of the iceberg of Big Tech tax minimisation – new report

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Source:  Better Taxes for a Better Future Campaign Recent reporting has highlighted Facebook’s practice of minimising the tax they pay in Aotearoa New Zealand, but fresh analysis released by the Better Taxes for a Better Future campaign shows this is a widespread practice among multinational tech companies – not just Facebook, and the amount of … Read more

Serious crash, Flat Bush

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Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are attending a three-vehicle crash at the intersection of Stancombe Road and Carlos Drive, Flat Bush. Police were called about 5pm. Initial indications are that one person may have serious injuries. The road is closed, with diversions in place, and motorists should avoid the area. ENDS Issued by Police…

Protecting our critical underwater infrastructure

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Source: New Zealand Government Critical underwater infrastructure (CUI) such as the telecommunications cables that connect the country to the world will be better protected through breakthrough technology launched today, Associate Transport Minister James Meager says. Mr Meager unveiled the National Surveillance and Warning Capability at the Maritime Operations Centre in Wellington this afternoon. “This new…

Golden Visa Fuelling Multi-Million-Dollar Lift in Luxury Rentals, Hospitality and Tourism – Data

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Source: Impact PR for Realestate.co.nz Wealthy international migrants exploring New Zealand’s Golden Visa pathway are helping fuel a multi-million-dollar lift in luxury rentals, hospitality and tourism before they buy property, creating wider economic benefits for accommodation providers, homeowners, restaurants, concierge services, tourism operators and local retailers, according to new data. New research from realestate.co.nz has … Read more

Kiwi Trust Firm Eyes Export Growth Amid Rising Litigation Concerns for US Doctors

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Source: Impact PR A New Zealand-based offshore trust firm managing more than $6.8 billion in assets is set to launch a North American export expansion programme as litigation risks drive US doctors to move wealth into Cook Islands and Nevis protection structures. New US research shows almost 60 per cent of obstetricians and gynaecologists report … Read more

Serious crash, SH45, South Taranaki

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Source: New Zealand Police South Road /  State Highway 45 near Hitona Road in Opunake is blocked following a single-vehicle crash. The incident was reported to emergency services around 4.30pm. The Serious Crash Unit have been advised. Motorists should avoid the area at this time. Diversions are in place. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre

Universities – Disaster law falling short on housing rights – study

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Source: University of Auckland Before the next disaster strikes, Aotearoa New Zealand needs stronger legal protections for people’s right to housing or we risk repeating failures seen after the Canterbury earthquakes, says University of Auckland legal scholar Dr Maude Loutsch. As extreme weather events and natural disasters become more frequent, Loutsch says disaster response law … Read more

Economy – RBNZ opens DTA consultations on crisis preparedness and final tranche of draft standards

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Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 18 June 2026 – The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) – Te Pūtea Matua has opened consultations on six draft standards and a package of crisis preparedness policies for deposit takers. The consultations are the latest step in RBNZ’s implementation of the most significant regulatory reform for the … Read more

Committee agrees next steps for Yaldhurst dust monitoring and congestion charging

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Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Date: 18 Jun 2026 The Strategy and Policy Committee agreed next steps for dust monitoring in Yaldhurst and approved a submission on proposed congestion charging rules at its meeting on Wednesday. Next steps for both pieces of work were decided on, with a focus on building better information for future…

Government’s parental leave decision steals from new families

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Source: NZCTU New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi (CTU) President Sandra Grey says the Government has chosen to once again pass on the costs of its failed economic policies onto working families. “The Government has today announced that it will increase paid parental leave by 2.84 percent. Inflation is currently 3.1 percent.…