CPAG welcomes Alliance focus on child poverty and income support

Source: Child Poverty Action Group The Child Poverty Action Group (CPAG) welcomes elements of the Alliance Party’s proposed Universal Child Benefit policy that align with recommendations in CPAG’s 2026 election manifesto for reducing child poverty. CPAG has consistently argued that every child should have access to adequate income support, regardless of whether their parents are … Read more

Federated Farmers welcomes Labour support for sharemilking law review

Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers is welcoming Labour’s commitment to review the Sharemilking Agreements Act and is calling on the other major parties to do the same. Labour Party agriculture spokesperson Jo Luxton announced at the NZ Guild of Agricultural Journalists and Communicators’ ag policy debate last night that a Labour Government would “review and … Read more

Luno, Halogen Capital and Kenanga Investors explore Ringgit-pegged stablecoin for tokenised fund settlement

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 September 2026 – Malaysia’s leading digital asset exchange, Luno Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. (“Luno”) today announced a strategic collaboration with Halogen Capital Sdn. Bhd. (“Halogen Capital”) and Kenanga Investors Berhad (“Kenanga Investors”) at LIDAC 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, to explore the use of a … Read more

Trans-Tasman week of action results in arrests and drug seizures

Source: New Zealand Police A concoction of addictive and harmful substances was seized in our communities and at the border as part of a week of action on illicit drugs. New Zealand Police and Customs joined Australian authorities during the coordinated effort by the Australia and New Zealand Illicit Drug Working Group (ANZIDWG).  Search warrants…

Hang Lung’s Mainland Portfolio to be 100% Powered by Renewable Energy

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR / SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 September 2026 – Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101) (the “Company” or “Hang Lung”) today announced that it will achieve 100% renewable electricity coverage across all 11 of its operating properties in nine cities in the Chinese Mainland, … Read more

Fonterra profits, rural families pay the price – Greenpeace Statement

Source: Greenpeace Aotearoa Greenpeace says Fonterra’s reported $3.4 billion in profit should be spent on supporting rural communities in Canterbury to clean up their water from Fonterra’s nitrate pollution. Greenpeace Aotearoa Programme Director Niamh O’Flynn says, “Today, Fonterra is patting itself on the back for making 3.4 billion dollars in profit – profit made through … Read more

DHL Express and Singapore Airlines extend Boeing 777 freighter partnership

Source: Media Outreach Under the renewed agreement, SIA pilots will continue to operate five Boeing 777 freighters based at Singapore Changi Airport for DHL Express SIA will also oversee the maintenance of the aircraft, supporting reliable, time-definite express and e-commerce shipments The aircraft connect DHL’s South Asia Hub in Singapore with key destinations in the … Read more

From a Disney stage to the Hong Kong Coliseum Hong Kong Disneyland Donates HK$1.8 Million to Po Leung Kuk to Nurture Young Dance Talent

Source: Media Outreach “All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.” – Walt Disney HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 September 2026 – Following the International Day of Charity on September 5 and ahead of World Tourism Day on September 27, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (HKDL) … Read more

It Takes Youth to Build Bridges: 100 American Students Complete Immersive China Tour as Sino Group’s Charitable Foundation Champions U.S.-China Exchanges Ahead of D.C. Summit

Source: Media Outreach The students were excited to receive a personal reply from President Xi Jinping after sharing in a letter what their week in China had meant to them, reinforcing the Ng Teng Fong Charitable Foundation’s belief in the power of youth exchanges to foster lasting people-to-people ties between the two nations HONG KONG … Read more

De Beers Group Showcases Desert diamonds at Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong

Source: Media Outreach Building confidence in the natural diamond category with industry partners, guided by the Building Forever and diamond traceability strategies HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 September 2026 – 16 to 19 September, De Beers Group participated in Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong (JGW), presenting an immersive experience centred … Read more

TORRAS Launches Ostand Q3 Rugg, an iPhone 17 Pro/Pro Max Case with Built-In Stand

Source: Media Outreach TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 September 2026 – Rakuso Mirai Co., Ltd., a provider of smartphone accessories and compact electronics, launched the “TORRAS Ostand Q3 Rugg” on August 14 for iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. The new iPhone case combines a built-in stand, proprietary grip design, … Read more

Investiture ceremonies at Government House Auckland

Source: Government House At next week’s investiture ceremonies, Sir David Ellis and Sir Peter Boshier will receive the accolade of a knighthood for their services to the thoroughbred industry and philanthropy, and to the State and the judiciary. Professor Dame Elizabeth Rata will receive the insignia of a Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order … Read more

Fatal crash, Alexandra

Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Alexandra on Saturday 19 September. At around 4pm, emergency services were called to Killarney Street after a vehicle collided with a pedestrian on a driveway. The pedestrian was transported to hospital and sadly passed away in hospital on Sunday 20…

NZFirst to Campaign on 20% Tax Rate for SMEs

Source: New Zealand First New Zealand First is announcing today it will campaign on lowering the company tax rate for SMEs to 20% for companies with turnover under $30million, from its current 28% tax rate. This is a much-needed bold step to encourage more investment by our small businesses that will create higher productivity, expand…

Great EIT bake-off serves up 500 muffins for MS Awareness Week

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology September 24, 2026 Gisborne East Coast Multiple Sclerosis Society Community Advisor Karen Whitehead with Mark Gooding Lecturer in Professional Chef Practice, at EIT’s School of Tourism and Hospitality The Gisborne East Coast Multiple Sclerosis Society supports people living with multiple sclerosis, providing field officer support, arranging transport and advice, and…

PSA welcomes pause on chaotic local government amalgamation

Source: Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi The PSA welcomes the pause on the Government’s disruptive, poorly planned and expensive local government amalgamation process Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi Assistant Secretary Tom Buckley said the Government’s chaotic approach created totally unrealistic time frames. “The risk of the Government’s mad rush … Read more

Crime proceeds to help victims and their pets escape violence

Source: New Zealand Government Money seized from criminals will be used to help victims of family violence escape dangerous homes without having to leave their pets behind, Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee announced today. Pet Refuge New Zealand Charitable Trust will receive $2 million over three years from the Proceeds of Crime Fund to maintain…

Police make arrest in Blockhouse Bay homicide investigation

Source: New Zealand Police A man has been arrested in the ongoing Blockhouse Bay homicide investigation. Operation Falconer commenced last month, after 21-year-old Star Sami was critically wounded on 22 August and later died from his injuries.  Simultaneous search warrants were executed in Avondale and Massey this morning. Acting Detective Inspector Craig Bolton, of Auckland…

Education – Independent Research Confirms Cultural Professional Learning for School Principals is Lifting Achievement of Tamariki

Source: New Zealand Principals’ Federation Research undertaken by the New Zealand Council for Education Research (NZCER) reveals that the Māori Achievement Collaborative (MAC), delivered by facilitators employed by Te Arahou o AotearoaTrust, show strong, positive results for ākonga Māori succeeding at school. NZCER researchers, Jackson Rowe-Williams and Nicola Bright used evidence from multiple sources, including … Read more

Implementing the Approved Code of Practice for ports

Source: Maritime New Zealand Maritime NZ is pleased to announce the release of four risk management e-learning modules developed through the Approved Code of Practice (ACOP) for Ports Implementation Programme. This represents a significant milestone for the programme and reflects the collective contribution of Maritime NZ, the Port Health and Safety Leadership Group, industry representatives,…

Name release: Unexplained death, Waiomio

Source: New Zealand Police Police can now release the name of the man found deceased at a Waiomio property on 7 September. He was Tau Henare Kopa, aged 35 of Kawakawa. Detective Inspector Michele Gillespie, of Northland CIB, says Mr Kopa’s remains were found at a Waiomio Road property and Police have been working to…

More time for Head Start decisions

Source: New Zealand Government The Government will take additional time before deciding which Head Start local government reform proposals should progress to detailed design RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop and Local Government Minister Simon Watts say.  “Last year the Government proposed changes to simplify local government, reduce duplication and better align council structures with the…

Overhaul of Outdated Export Rules a “Game Changer” to Unlock $500M for New Zealand Dietary Supplements

Source: Natural Health Products New Zealand Exporters of dietary supplements have strongly welcomed a government proposal to overhaul restrictive export rules, calling it a critical step towards unlocking massive growth in one of New Zealand’s most innovative value-added sectors. Food Safety Minister Andrew Hoggard has announced proposed regulatory changes that will allow New Zealand exporters … Read more

Further investment into gas security projects

Source: New Zealand Government Further investments will be made through the Gas Security Fund into two projects to help secure New Zealand’s ongoing energy needs, Resources Minister Shane Jones and Associate Finance Minister Chris Bishop say. The projects are: $14.5 million to contract Schlumberger New Zealand (SLB) to create the first basin-scale offshore pseudo 3D…

Updated info on NZ’s petroleum data for explorers

Source: New Zealand Government An updated petroleum exploration data package will help attract investment and support exploration activity across New Zealand’s petroleum basins, Resources Minister Shane Jones says. Mr Jones has welcomed the release of the 2025 Petroleum Exploration Data Pack by New Zealand Petroleum & Minerals (NZP&M), the first comprehensive update to the pack…

Critical fixes for major Taranaki highways

Source: New Zealand Government Taranaki’s Forgotten World Highway and Surf Highway will receive government funding to replace two essential culverts to strengthen the region’s transport links and economic resilience, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones and Transport Minister Chris Bishop say. A total of $7.5 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund will go to fixing the…