Economy – Deposit Takers News September 2026

Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua Updates on Deposit Takers Act implementation, the Depositor Compensation Scheme and more Issue 12 September 2026 A periodic newsletter to keep deposit takers updated on bringing the Deposit Takers Act 2023 into effect, the Depositor Compensation Scheme, and other relevant updates from across the Reserve … Read more

Hunger-Striking Flotilla Organizer Wael Naouar Hospitalized Under Total Blackout as Greta Thunberg, Chief Mandla Mandela, Kneecap, and Global Figures Launch International Open Letter

Source: Global Sumud Flotilla As Tunisian authorities refuse to disclose Naouar’s condition, prominent international artists, public figures and human rights advocates unite to demand the immediate release of the ‘Sumud 4’ and an end to the criminalization of Palestine solidarity. Sept 23, 2026 TUNIS / INTERNATIONAL – The Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) has issued an … Read more

Property Market – Mortgage rate rises stall housing market recovery

Source: Cotality New Zealand’s housing market remains stuck in a haze, with property sales falling for an eighth consecutive month in August as rising borrowing costs and ongoing economic uncertainty continue to dampen confidence. Cotality’s Chart of the Month in the September Housing Chart Pack highlights a growing divide between buyer groups, with first home … Read more

Labour sanctioned Russia in a day. Now it must show its Israel plan.

Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand On 9 March 2022, Parliament passed the Russia Sanctions Bill through all its stages in a single day. The Bill was introduced the previous day, received its first, second and third readings and completed its committee stage on 9 March, before receiving Royal Assent on 10 March. The legislation … Read more

Protect your family and older loved ones this daylight saving

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Every second person who dies in a house fire is over sixty. When the clocks roll forward an hour on Sunday 27 September Fire and Emergency New Zealand’s Community Education Manager, Tom Ronaldson, urges people to look out for their loved ones and their older relatives, friends and neighbours. … Read more

Fonterra delivers strong FY26 performance

Source: Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd 24 September 2026 Total cash returns to shareholders1: $19.6 billion FY26 total cash dividends, fully imputed: 73 cents per share, up from 57 cents 2025/26 final Farmgate Milk Price: $9.69 per kgMS 2025/26 final Organic Milk Price: $14.13 per kgMS Total Group: Operating profit: $3.4 billion, up 97.6% on prior … Read more

New Deputy Chair appointment to the NZTA Board

Source: New Zealand Government Minister of Transport Chris Bishop has today announced the appointment of Michael Ahie as Deputy Chair of the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) Board.  “I welcome this new appointment. Michael brings more than 20 years of governance and Chair experience across agribusiness, science and innovation, financial services, education and export-led sectors,…

Funding boost for bird flu surveillance

Source: New Zealand Government The government is boosting support for wildlife care facilities because of their key role in New Zealand’s bird flu surveillance and response, Conservation Minister Tama Potaka and Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard say. Six accredited wildlife care facilities will share $150,000 in one-off funding: Dunedin Wildlife Hospital Wellington Zoo Auckland Zoo (NZCCM)…

Road reopened: Herne Bay

Source: New Zealand Police West End Road has reopened following an earlier crash.  One person has been transported to hospital in a critical condition and enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.  Police thank motorists for their patience while we worked to clear the scene. ENDS. Frankie Le Roy/NZ Police.  

Multi-agency effort brings family to safety after challenging Kaweka rescue

Source: Maritime New Zealand A complex, nearly 24-hour search and rescue operation brought an injured mother and her three children to safety after they ran into trouble during a short walk in Kaweka Forest Park on Sunday, 6 September. Maritime NZ’s Rescue Coordination Centre New Zealand (RCCNZ) received an emergency alert shortly after 5pm. The…

NZSA launches new guidelines and training to address enhanced citizen’s arrest powers

Source: Press Release Service Headline: NZSA launches new guidelines and training to address enhanced citizen’s arrest powers The New Zealand Security Association has released new good-practice guidelines and training on using enhanced citizen’s arrest powers. CEO Gary Morrison says arrests should only happen when lawful, necessary, proportionate and safe, with observation and Police involvement preferred…

Youth mental health target data reported for first time

Source: New Zealand Government Quarter four mental health and addiction target results released today include youth access data for the first time, while nationally more people are getting faster access to support, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says. “The Government committed to publicly reporting youth mental health data because we agree there needs to be…

Serious crash, Arapaepae South Rd, SH 57, Levin

Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash that has blocked State Highway 57 at Levin.  The collision, involving a truck and car, was reported about 6.50am and happened between Tararua Road and Meadowvale Road. Initial indications are one person has critical injuries.  The section of highway is blocked…

Serious crash: Herne Bay

Source: New Zealand Police Police are at the scene of a serious crash in Herne Bay this morning. Emergency services were called to West End Road at 6.25am, following reports of a crash involving a vehicle and a cyclist.  Initial indications are one person has critical injuries.  West End Road is closed between Jervois Road…

Global Mayors Dialogue in Wuhan focuses on urban innovation and cooperation

Source: Media Outreach WUHAN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2026 – The Global Mayors Dialogue · Wuhan and the 2026 Wuhan International Friendship Cities Cooperation Conference, held from Sept. 18 to 21, brought together 80 international guests from 24 cities across 22 countries, according to organizers. The Global Mayors Dialogue and the … Read more

Yeebo’s Subsidiary Suanova Supports PolyU and Fudan University in Establishing the “Suanova Hong Kong-Shanghai Joint Laboratory for AI in Healthcare”

Source: Media Outreach Collaborating with Renowned Infectious Disease Specialist Prof. Zhang Wenhong’s Team to Drive the Application of Domestic AI Computing Power in Healthcare HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2026 – Suanova Technology Limited (“Suanova”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Yeebo (International Holdings) Limited (“Yeebo”; Stock Code: 00259.HK), recently participated in … Read more

Hongkong Land Foundation launches “The Central Spark Series”, reimaging Central through People, Place, and Culture

Source: Media Outreach Commits HK$14 million over two years to empower more than 38,000 beneficiaries. Incubates three inaugural community projects, bridging young people and the wider community. HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2026 – The Hongkong Land Foundation (“the Foundation”) today announced the launch of “The Central Spark Series” with … Read more

Citi Engages Future Leaders Through Mastercard AI Digital Safari Program in New York

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2026 – In a first-of-its-kind collaboration, Citi joined forces with Mastercard to host Mastercard AI Digital Safari in New York this month, expanding the bank’s commitment to developing future leaders. Designed for the next generation of the bank’s high-net-worth wealth clients, the … Read more

HKSH Medical Group Strengthens Collaboration with United Imaging

Source: Media Outreach Introducing Hong Kong’s First Total-Body PET/CT System to Strengthen “Dual-Tracer” in Nuclear Medicine and Advance Innovation in Cancer Theranostics HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2026 – HKSH Medical Group (HKSH) has long been committed to advancing precision medicine. In the field of cancer diagnosis, HKSH actively introduces … Read more

Melco’s Morpheus becomes Macau’s first hotel to receive Three MICHELIN Keys

Source: Media Outreach MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2026 – Melco Resorts & Entertainment (NASDAQ: MLCO) announces that Morpheus at City of Dreams has been awarded Three MICHELIN Keys in the MICHELIN Guide’s 2026 global hotel selection, becoming the first hotel in Macau to receive the distinction. Morpheus was promoted from … Read more

Road blocked, Hamilton

Source: New Zealand Police Norton Road near Mill Street is blocked following a two-car crash. The incident was reported to emergency services around 8.35pm.  Injuries are reported.  The Serious Crash Unit have been advised.  Motorists are advised to avoid the area. Diversions are in place. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre

MIHAS 2026 Drives Malaysian Trade with its Signature International Sourcing Programme, Connecting 450 International Buyers with 600 Malaysian Exporters

Source: Media Outreach Over 4,000 high-impact B2B meetings scheduled to connect local exporters with top global buyers KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2026 – The 22nd Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) opens today at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) in Kuala Lumpur. The showcase commences with its … Read more

Prudential Singapore expands advisory services to help customers plan and grow wealth for retirement

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2026 – Prudential Singapore (“Prudential”) announced today that customers will be able to access wealth accumulation products such as unit trusts through its tied-agency financial representatives in 2027. The life insurer is expanding the range of advisory solutions available through its agency force. Currently, … Read more

FastMed Releases Comparison of Hong Kong Online Healthcare and Prescription Medicine Platforms, Focusing on Service Scope, Pricing Information and Medication Fulfilment

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2026 – FastMed has compiled publicly available information from five online healthcare and prescription medicine platforms in Hong Kong: FastMed, EDD Health, Watsons eDr, Noah and Zoey. The comparison covers treatment scope, pricing and consultation fee information, delivery arrangements and medication pick-up … Read more