Appointment to Monetary Policy Committee

Source: New Zealand Government Finance Minister Nicola Willis has announced the short-term appointment of Rebecca Williams as an internal member of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC). Ms Williams will commence her one-year term on 15 October 2026, concluding on 14 October 2027. The reduced term reflects adherence to electoral conventions,…

New Zealand commits to continuing to work alongside Pacific partners

Source: Maritime New Zealand On 11 September 2026, Maritime NZ signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) to deliver a fifth phase of the Pacific Maritime Safety Programme (PMSP) through to June 2031. This phase will work with five participating member states – Cook Islands, Niue, Samoa, Tokelau…

Alliance Party Commits to 65 Retirement Age, Funding Aged Care Support, Supercharging KiwiSaver

Source: Alliance Party Friday 25th September 2026 The Alliance Party has released its Retirement and Aged Care Policy, which keeps the pension universal, lifts the couple rate to the highest level the law allows, and commits to ending the asset test for rest home care. The Alliance’s health spokesperson, Ethan Gullery, says too many people … Read more

Reserve Bank requests TSB to commission independent report

Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua 25 September 2026 The Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua is requesting an independent report from TSB under Section 95 of the Banking (Prudential Supervision) Act 1989. Section 95 gives the Reserve Bank the power to require a bank to provide a … Read more

Amnesty launches More Voices campaign to give people a greater say in government decisions

Source: Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand A real say in the decisions that shape our lives With the general election approaching, Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand has launched More Voices, a national campaign asking how people can have greater influence over decisions that affect their lives, their whānau and their communities. Amnesty will hear directly … Read more

Media Advisory: Police Remembrance Day on Tuesday 29 September

Source: New Zealand Police Media are invited to the Police Remembrance Day national service. What: Each year New Zealand Police commemorates Police Remembrance Day on 29 September, the feast day of the Archangel Michael, the patron saint of police.  Who: Police staff and members of the Police family will gather to remember colleagues now lost to…

Crash, State Highway 2, Maramarua

Source: New Zealand Police Police are advising motorists to expect delays after a truck trailer rolled on State Highway 2 at Maramarua this morning.  The crash happened about 6.55am, near the intersection of Kopuku Road.  There are no reports of injuries, however traffic is backing up.  Motorists are advised to expect delays and use alternative…

Fatal crash, Arapaepae South Rd, SH 57, Levin

Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm a person has died following yesterday’s crash on State Highway 57 yesterday, at Levin.  The collision, involving a truck and car, was reported about 6.50am on Thursday and happened between Tararua Road and Meadowvale Road.  Sadly, the driver of the car died at the scene and Police are…

Kweichow Zhenjiu Partners with CDF Cruise to Host Exclusive Tasting Event Aboard “Adora Magic City”

Source: Media Outreach Empowering Brand Globalization Through Innovative Premium Consumer Experiences HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 September 2026 – ZJLD Group Inc. (“ZJLD” or the “Company”, together with the Company’s subsidiaries, collectively the “Group”) (SEHK stock code: 06979.HK), a flagship enterprise in China’s baijiu industry and the first baijiu company listed … Read more

Binzhou Aerospace Exploration Center, New Landmark for Science, Cultural Tourism

Source: Media Outreach BINZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 September 2026 – The Binzhou Aerospace Exploration Center will open on Sept. 25, offering an immersive destination that combines aerospace science, cultural tourism, education and leisure. Visitors can explore space through interactive experiences while learning about the development of human spaceflight and China’s achievements … Read more

Vitals Announces Telehealth Rollout in Thailand as Bruce Rockowitz Highlights Data-Driven Wellness

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 September 2026 – Vitals today announced the rollout of online consultations with licensed doctors in Thailand, adding telehealth to its diagnostics-led health and wellness platform. The service connects testing, AI-assisted interpretation, medical consultation and wellness products in one customer journey. Vitals is run by … Read more

2026 Tour of Binzhou Int’l Cycling Race Kicks Off

Source: Media Outreach BINZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 September 2026 – On Sept. 9, the Nine-Nine Yellow River · 2026 Tour of Binzhou International Cycling Race officially kicked off at the Yellow River Delta Trade Center Plaza in Binzhou. As Binzhou’s sole international-level major sporting event and the highest-tier professional road cycling … Read more

Thailand Unveils First National Semiconductor Strategy, Targets $80 Billion in Investment by 2050

Source: Media Outreach Three-phase roadmap prioritizes photonics, power semiconductors, and sensors to advance the “Made in Thailand” chip initiative, targeting over 230,000 new jobs. BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 September 2026 – Thailand has approved its first national strategy for the semiconductor and advanced electronics industry, establishing a long-term framework to build … Read more

Markforged Appoints Unotech as Exclusive Distributor in Hong Kong

Source: Media Outreach Bringing Continuous Fiber Reinforcement (CFR) Technology to Local Market, Targeting Aviation Maintenance, Electronics Manufacturing, and Medical Devices Launch Event Successfully Held at Hong Kong Productivity Council HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 September 2026 – Markforged, a leading provider of industrial additive manufacturing solutions, today proudly announced the official … Read more

AS Watson Delivers 10% Global Health Growth Powered by 3,300+ Pharmacists Advancing Preventive Healthcare Worldwide

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 September 2026 – As World Pharmacists Day approaches, AS Watson celebrates the contribution of more than 3,300 pharmacists and nearly 10,000 health professionals who help customers proactively manage their health and wellbeing every day through its network of over 1,770 pharmacies worldwide. Driven … Read more

A Vote for the Future: Vinhomes Green Paradise Heads to the Global Vote in the ‘7 Wonders of Future Cities’ Campaign

Source: Media Outreach HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 September 2026 – For global citizens, a vote for a city can be a vote for the kind of future they want to build. For Vinhomes Green Paradise in Can Gio, that future is one where urban life and nature are … Read more

AIGP Health expands Southeast Asian footprint with Thailand launch through Borderless Healthcare Group partnership

Source: Media Outreach Singapore-founded healthtech company brings its Anzu clinical AI platform to Thailand, with further regional growth planned across Southeast Asia SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 September 2026 – Singapore-founded healthtech company AIGP Health is expanding its footprint across Southeast Asia, launching its Anzu clinical AI platform in Thailand through a strategic … Read more

Warrant to arrest: Chrystal Kerr-Wilson

Source: New Zealand Police Police are working to locate Chrystal Kerr-Wilson who has multiple warrants for her arrest. The 26-year-old is believed to be in the areas of Counties Manukau and Waikato. If you have seen Kerr-Wilson or have any information that may assist in locating her, please contact 105, using the reference number 260916/1823.…

Dads and daughters bond over braids at EIT workshop

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology September 24, 2026 Sixteen father-daughter pairs have bonded over buns, braids and ponytails through two hairstyling workshops held at the Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT). Led by EIT Hairdressing Lecturer Courtney Cook, the Daddy Daughter Hairstyling Workshops that were held in April and May were so successful another session is…

Address to the 2026 International Confederation of Principals Convention

Source: New Zealand Government Well, that’s a hard act to follow. Hey, welcome everybody. Tēnā koutou katoa. Ngā mihi nui ki a koutou, and welcome. It is an absolute pleasure to be here at the 2026 International Confederation of Principals Convention. Thank you to our hosts, the New Zealand Principals’ Federation, and to your members…

Nanyang Interview: Exploring Opportunities in China’s Largest Free Trade Port — Financial Video Series Goes Live

Source: Media Outreach HAIKOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 September 2026 – Six months have passed since the Hainan Free Trade Port officially launched island-wide special customs operations on December 18, 2025. On June 18, Malaysia’s Nanyang Siang Pau, in collaboration with Hainan Daily Press Group, launched the financial video series Nanyang Interview: … Read more

Energy Sector – New investment and expanded data give boost to gas exploration

Source: Energy Resources Aotearoa Energy Resources Aotearoa says the Government’s latest Gas Security Fund investment and an updated petroleum exploration data pack will help companies assess New Zealand’s gas potential and advance a promising offshore prospect in Taranaki. Chief Executive John Carnegie says the announcements support successive steps in exploration: improving access to existing geological … Read more

Property Sector – What’s really happening to rental affordability across NZ?

Source: Property Brokers Kiwi renters getting some breathing room as affordability improves across almost every region. After years of mounting pressure on household budgets, rental affordability is showing signs of improvement across almost every region of New Zealand, with new analysis showing rising incomes and a flattening rental market are behind much of the relief. The … Read more

Record Entries For ExerciseNZ Awards As Sector Reaches More Kiwis Than Ever

Source: ExerciseNZ “Nearly one in three adult New Zealanders now engages with our sector. That represents over a million Kiwis choosing to make exercise part of their lives.” “The people being recognised through these Awards aren’t just delivering workouts. They’re building communities, creating a sense of belonging and helping people overcome barriers to exercise.” Nearly … Read more