Insurance – Insurers call for Community Protection Levy to fund resilience before disaster strikes

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Source: Insurance Council of NZ The insurance sector is calling on all political parties to replace the current Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) levy with a simpler Community Protection Levy, redirecting funding into reducing natural hazard risk before disasters strike while moving FENZ to sustainable Crown funding. “New Zealand needs to invest more in reducing … Read more

The Virchow Prize 2026 Awarded for Pioneering Work on Ebola, Advancing Global Epidemic Preparedness and Fostering Global Solidarity

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Source: Media Outreach Jean-Jacques Muyembe and Peter Piot are being honored with the international award of €500,000 for exceptional life-long leadership spanning five decades since the first outbreak of Ebola BERLIN, GERMANY – Newsaktuell – 2 June 2026 – The Virchow Prize 2026 has been jointly awarded to Jean‑Jacques Muyembe and Peter Piot for their … Read more

HKUST Unicorn Day Brings Together Global Innovation and Entrepreneurship Leaders

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 June 2026 – The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) today successfully hosted its annual “Unicorn Day,” one of Hong Kong’s flagship innovation and entrepreneurship events. The event brought together over 1,800 participants, including students, faculty, and alumni, as well as … Read more

KitHui Growth Financial Academy Highlights the Role of AI for Science in Advancing Financial Modeling of Complex Systems

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Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 June 2026 – AI for Science emerged as a key topic at the Science x AI Summit 2026, where discussions focused on the evolving role of artificial intelligence in addressing complex, multi-variable systems. The summit, held on May 12 in Silicon Valley, brought … Read more

Transport – SH2 Waioweka Gorge closure shows importance of road resilience investment

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Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Road freight association Transporting New Zealand says that the ongoing closure of SH2 Waioweka Gorge highlights the importance of investing in road resilience projects. The comments follow the Government’s commitment of $400 million for state highway resilience projects in Budget 2026, aimed at helping keep critical transport routes open during and after severe … Read more

Award-winning BYU Ballroom Dance Company to Perform in India, Showcasing World-Class Dance and Cultural Exchange

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Source: Media Outreach NEW DELHI / BENGALURU, INDIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 June 2026 – Having recently won championships at Blackpool, Brigham Young University’s internationally acclaimed Ballroom Dance Company will bring its elegant and high-energy performances to India this June, with scheduled appearances in New Delhi on 4 June and 6 June 2026, … Read more

Workable lending laws delivered

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Source: New Zealand Government The Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Amendment Bill passed its third reading last week, delivering simpler, clearer, and more workable lending laws for New Zealanders, Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Cameron Brewer says. “New Zealanders should be able to access affordable finance when they need it, whether they’re buying a home,…

DHL Express and ASEAN Business Advisory Council partner to strengthen MSME competitiveness and advance ASEAN trade integration

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Source: Media Outreach Both parties have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to boost trade facilitation across businesses in ASEAN The partnership will empower MSMEs through training and tools to navigate digital, finance, and logistics challenges, while improving trade standards, sustainability, and cross-border processes= MANILA, THE PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 June 2026 – … Read more

Southco Launches Next-Gen Liquid Cooling Access Solutions at COMPUTEX 2026

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 June 2026 – Southco Asia Ltd., a subsidiary of Southco Inc., the global leader in engineered access solutions, is pleased to announce its participation in COMPUTEX 2026, taking place June 2–5 in Taipei. As one of the world’s most influential technology exhibitions, COMPUTEX … Read more

Tertiary Research Excellence Fund focused on driving economic growth

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Source: New Zealand Government The introduction of the new Tertiary Research Excellence Fund (TREF) will direct research effort towards economic growth while cutting red tape, says Penny Simmonds, Minister for Tertiary Education, and Minister of Science, Innovation and Technology. Cabinet has approved the final design of the TREF, which replaces the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF),…

UnionPay International and Singapore Tourism Board Renew Strategic Partnership to Enhance Visitor Payment Experience

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 June 2026 – UnionPay International (UPI) and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) have renewed their strategic partnership to jointly promote Singapore tourism and enhance payment experiences for international travelers through integrated marketing campaigns, merchant collaborations, and cross-border payment initiatives. Signing ceremony of Memorandum of Understanding … Read more

TruGlow Medical Aesthetics to Relocate to The Heeren Orchard in June 2026

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Source: Media Outreach A new centrally located clinic designed to enhance patient comfort and accessibility SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 June 2026 – TruGlow Medical Aesthetics announces its upcoming relocation to a new clinic space at The Heeren, one of Orchard Road’s most recognisable lifestyle destinations. The new clinic, located at 260 Orchard … Read more

Minister to represent New Zealand at key labour conference

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Source: New Zealand Government Workplace Relations and Safety Minister and Internal Affairs Minister Brooke van Velden will travel to Geneva this month where she will represent New Zealand at the International Labour Conference.  Minister van Velden will speak at the plenary session and participate in the Asia Pacific Labour Ministers meeting. There will also be an important standards-setting discussion on platform-based workers that New Zealand will participate in.  “This conference is…

More trades academy places for young people

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Source: New Zealand Government More young New Zealanders will have the opportunity to gain practical skills and industry experience while still at school, with the Government doubling the number of trades academy places available, Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Education Minister Erica Stanford say. “This Government backs the trades. We know that for many young…

Improving services for disabled people and carers

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Source: New Zealand Government Disabled people and their carers will see further improvements to disability support services with a new community consultation, and work about to get underway to provide better support for family carers, Disability Issues Minister Louise Upston says.  “Disabled people, their carers and families deserve services that work well in everyday life,”…

The 1st Taiwan International Plant-Based Festival Launches in Singapore: Showcasing Taiwan’s Sustainable and Creative Farming and Aesthetics Through Mango Pineapples and Orchids

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 June 2026 – To position Taiwan’s premium agricultural products as high-end choices in global markets, Taiwan’s Ministry of Agriculture has partnered with the renowned Taiwanese pure-vegan fine-dining brand, YM Spring, to co-organize the inaugural “Taiwan International Plant-Based Festival” in Singapore. Running for four months from … Read more

Council voting to be restricted to elected members

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Source: New Zealand Government Only elected councillors will be able to vote on council committees, in a move that strengthens democratic accountability, Local Government Minister Simon Watts announced today. “Councillors are directly accountable to voters for their decisions. We are amending the Local Government Act 2002 so only elected members hold voting rights at council…

Taupō photo comp winner lands a season licence

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Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  02 June 2026 The image submitted by experienced trout angler Karl Sawyer shows him proudly holding a huge rainbow trout caught at Lake Otamangakau, within the Taupō Fishing District. Karl has been fishing the Taupō area for 30 years and enjoys the challenges and opportunities the fishery provides. “Every year…

Name release: Fatal crash, Howick

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Source: New Zealand Police Police can now confirm the name of the man who sadly died following a crash on Pakuranga Road, Howick on 26 May. He was Tyler Halliday, 21, of Auckland. Our thoughts are with his family and friends during this incredibly difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.…

Homicide investigation launched after woman’s death

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Source: New Zealand Police Northland Police have commenced a homicide investigation, following an Opononi woman’s death over the weekend. The investigation is in its early stages, with a 26-year-old man appearing in the Whangārei District Court today for murder and arson. Detective Inspector Rhys Johnston says Police enquiries began after a Toyota SUV was located…

Marsden Point Rail Link progresses

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Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Rail Winston Peters has welcomed KiwiRail identification of three potential construction partners for delivering the ‘design sprint’ needed for the Government to proceed with funding a cost-effective Marsden Point Rail Link. “This 19-kilometre railway is needed. It is blindingly obvious that Northport requires a rail connection like every other…

Health – Safe Sleep Day 2026: Making Every Sleep a Safe Sleep

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Source: Hapai Te Hauora Safe Sleep Day 2026 is bringing focus to one of Aotearoa’s most devastating and persistent public health issues – the ongoing loss of pēpi to SUDI (Sudden Unexpected Death in Infancy). Around 40-60 babies die from SUDI each year in Aotearoa. Māori and Pacific pēpi continue to be disproportionately affected, with the … Read more

Amnesty International – Major cross-sector coalition calls for Government action on online harm

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Source: Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand Major Aotearoa New Zealand businesses, media organisations, professional bodies and community organisations have joined together to call on the Government to strengthen tech accountability for online harm. This includes stronger digital accountability measures, including new transparency and accountability requirements, and an independent regulator with powers to oversee and enforce them. … Read more

Tech Events – Epson to showcase sustainable print and immersive display solutions for future-ready classrooms at EDUtech 2026

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Source: Epson On stand 313 from 3-4 June at the ICC Sydney – Epson will attend EDUtech 2026 at ICC Sydney, unveiling an integrated line-up designed to help schools and universities advance digitisation, creativity and inclusion across teaching and campus operations on stand 313. Attendees can experience live demos of Epson’s WorkForce Enterprise AM-C4000 and WorkForce … Read more