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Source: World Vision New Zealand humanitarian organisations and others have joined forces to sign an open letter calling on Parliament to pass the Modern Slavery Bill before the November election. The agencies, including World Vision, Tearfund, the Council for International Development, ECPAT, Hagar NZ, the Oceania Freedom Network, and the Council for Trade Unions, are … Read more
Source: Tāwhia Copyright Aotearoa and the New Zealand Society of Authors Te Puni Kaituhi o Aotearoa 18 September, 2026 Tāwhia Copyright Aotearoa (TCA) and the New Zealand Society of Authors Te Puni Kaituhi o Aotearoa (NZSA) are proud to announce five young writers who have received the inaugural TCA | NZSA Secondary School Leavers Scholarship. … Read more
Source: Retirement Villages’ Residents’ Council The Government’s decision to impose a mandatory nine month repayment period to return capital on units vacated by retirement residents is a sensible step forward for the industry. The Retirement Villages’ Residents Council, an independent body representing the interests of retirement village residents, welcomed the Government’s updated reforms for the … Read more
Source: Alliance Party Friday 18 September 2026 The Alliance Party has announced its Small Business, Local Enterprise, and Cooperative Development policy, with a strategy to protect independent operators, raise working standards, and curb the dominance of corporate monopolies. Alliance Party small business spokesperson and Taieri candidate Anna Knight says New Zealand’s small businesses, family farms, … Read more
Source: Tertiary Education Union Staff at ARA in Canterbury are picketing today to protest the lack of progress in their collective agreement negotiations. Co-branch president of TEU ARA, Tim Robinson, says that staff were feeling frustrated. “We’re here today because we want to draw attention to the delay in the bargaining and we want to … Read more
Source: Greenpeace Thousands are expected to take to the streets of Auckland tomorrow to march for nature, in protest of the Government’s controversial Conservation Amendment Bill. The march is jointly organised by Greenpeace Aotearoa and Forest & Bird and backed by more than 30 organisations across civil society. Greenpeace spokesperson Gen Toop says, “Luxon has … Read more
Source: Consumer NZ 18 September 2026 Consumer NZ says the government’s decision to set a nine-month deadline for retirement villages to repay residents shows it has caved to business lobbying. At present, there is no deadline for retirement villages to pay back residents who are leaving. The government initially announced it would introduce a 12-month … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Best Things to Do in Bangkok This Golden Week: Discover Authentic Thai Cuisine, Luxury Shopping, Cultural Experiences and Iconic Chao Phraya River Attractions at ICONSIAM BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2026 – As Golden Week inspires millions of travelers across Asia to embark on international journeys, ICONSIAM, the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Today’s GDP figures show the economy grew in the June quarter, defying expectations of a contraction, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. Stats NZ figures put GDP growth for the June 2026 quarter at 0.2 per cent, following upwardly revised growth of 0.9 per cent in the March quarter. “The first half…
Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are responding to a serious crash that has closed State Highway 8, Lindis Pass-Tarras Road, this afternoon. The collision involved a campervan and a station wagon and was reported about 3.05pm, between Cluden Creek Road and Phillips Road, just north of Tarras. One person reportedly suffered critical injuries, and…
Source: Media Outreach NANNING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2026 – On September 16, the navigation launch ceremony for the Pinglu Canal was held in Qinzhou, Guangxi. At 10:25 a.m. that day at the Madao Hub, the inaugural vessel let out a resonant whistle that echoed through the air and the enthusiastic … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2026 – Industrious, the global flexible workplace company, will open its new Australian flagship at 1 Elizabeth Street in Sydney on 1 October, marking its third location in the city and the next stage of its growth across Asia Pacific. 1 Elizabeth Street … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Patients needing urgent stroke treatment and other lifesaving procedures will benefit from faster, more reliable care, with a $38.2 million investment to complete the upgrade of interventional radiology services at Auckland City Hospital, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “When someone suffers a stroke, fast access to treatment can be the difference…
Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash involving a car and freight train near Invercargill. The crash occurred about 1.20pm, near the intersection of East Road (State Highway 1) and Mill Road South. Traffic management is in place, and motorists are advised to expect delays while emergency services…
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2026 – Hong Kong’s standing as a global financial centre is turning the city into a magnet for internationally minded business students. For Aashni Rungta, a second-year Integrated BBA student from India, that pull became a decision to study at The Chinese … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2026 – De Beers Group presents the Desert Rose collection in partnership with Chow Tai Fook—the strategic partner of its Desert diamonds campaign in China — at Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong (JGW), marking the latest milestone in the two companies’ … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Great South Road is closed following a crash in Drury this afternoon. The crash, involving a vehicle and a pedestrian, was reported to Police at around 12.55pm. One person has been transported to hospital in a serious condition. Great South Road is closed between the SH1 Drury off-ramp and Waihoehoe Road.…
Source: New Zealand Police Police are sending a warning to anyone who may be in possession of a dangerous medication stolen during a theft. The medication, known as Pentobarbital, could have a lethal effect if ingested. Police are asking for the bagged item to be returned immediately given the risk. Detective Senior Sergeant Mark Greaves,…
Source: Media Outreach MetroTrans 2026: Join Us to Unlock New Growth Opportunities GUANGZHOU, CHINA– Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2026 – The 2026 China International Metro Transit Exhibition (MetroTrans 2026) will be held from November 9 to 11, 2026, at Area D of the Canton Fair Complex (China Import and Export Fair Complex) in … Read more
Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2026 – As tools like Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, and Gemini increasingly influence how consumers search for products and services, Malaysian SEO specialist Terence Lim is warning that businesses optimising only for traditional Google rankings may be missing a growing share of … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Dentists and oral health therapists have reached a new national agreement that will support the delivery of oral health services for children and young people, Associate Health Minister Matt Doocey says. “This is great news for our children and young people; good oral health is an important part of keeping children…
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 18 September 2026 The full track, car park, and toilets have been closed since 7 September to allow for critical safety and improvement work, with a planned full reopening by the end of November. Department of Conservation Project Manager Gerald Mullen says he’s frustrated and concerned people are actively ignoring…
Source: New Zealand Police Police investigating an assault in Mount Albert are seeking the public’s help to identify a man we believe can assist with enquiries. Around 7.15pm on 3 September, Police were called to Mount Albert Train Station following reports a person had been assaulted. Detective Senior Sergeant Anthony Darvill, Auckland City West Area…
Source: New Zealand Government Police can soon issue move-on orders to people being disorderly in public places with legislation passing its final reading in Parliament today, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “Move-on orders are going to reclaim our streets and town squares for the enjoyment of those who visit, work and live there. “Businesses, residents and visitors…
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is strengthening protections for retirement village residents through faster repayments, earlier access to money, fairer contracts and stronger minimum standards, Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka says. “We have listened carefully to older Kiwis and their whānau, and we are acting. “The maximum repayment period will be shortened from the…
Source: New Zealand Police As at 31 August, Police has laid 140 charges before the Courts and issued 918 notices under the new stalking and harassment legislation since it came into effect on 26 May 2026. Police is using the legislation to intervene, hold offenders to account, and help protect people experiencing stalking and harassment.…
Source: New Zealand Police Alarms were raised by a member of the public after he noticed suspicious activity at a Drury construction site late last night. The informant contacted Police just before 10.30pm after spotting a suspicious looking vehicle parked outside the Fielding Road site. A short time later the Police Eagle helicopter was overhead…