Samsung Brings Back Solve for Tomorrow 2026 to Spark Youth-led Innovation and Drive Social Change

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 July 2026 – Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2026, the highly-anticipated youth innovation competition, is back for its 10th edition in Singapore! As the world looks to navigate the uncertainties ahead, Solve for Tomorrow provides a platform for young changemakers to be equipped with the knowledge … Read more

Health NZ withdraws botched restructure impacting frontline hospital services – PSA

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Source: PSA Health New Zealand has been forced to withdraw a dangerous restructure of frontline health roles across the Midland / Te Manawa Taki district after the PSA and other unions exposed fundamental flaws in the proposal. Health NZ has acknowledged concerns raised regarding the quality of the restructuring documentation and agreed to withdraw the proposed … Read more

BusinessNZ – Health and safety reforms put the focus where it belongs

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Source: BusinessNZ BusinessNZ welcomes the passing of the Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill, saying the changes will help create a clearer, more practical system while maintaining every employer’s responsibility to provide a safe workplace. Chief Executive Katherine Rich says BusinessNZ’s support for the legislation followed extensive consultation with small businesses across New Zealand. “We … Read more

Legislation – Business Canterbury welcomes changes to health and safety legislation

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Source: Business Canterbury Business Canterbury welcomes the passing of the Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill today, which closes out one of the three key legislative changes the government is making in what we call the ‘trifecta’ of red tape reduction (also including Holidays Act reform and Resource Management Act reform). Business Canterbury Chief … Read more

Health and Education – Substandard school lunches: ‘Our tamariki deserve better’

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Source: Health Coalition Aotearoa A damning Audit Office report on the Healthy School Lunches Programme is in line with research by experts from Health Coalition Aotearoa. The report delivered to Parliament on 30 June found the cut-price programme, ordered by Associate Education Minister David Seymour in 2024, has made savings but has had multiple issues with … Read more

Universities – Relationship property law needs urgent reform – UoA researchers

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Source: University of Auckland (UoA) From children’s wellbeing to second relationships, legal experts say New Zealand’s relationship property law needs urgent reform. Why are children’s needs often sidelined when relationship property is divided? What happens when a person enters a second marriage with significant assets or an existing family home? Those questions and more are … Read more

NZNO says Independent inquiry into death at Waikato ED needed

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Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation Te Whatu Ora’s inability to answer basic questions about staffing levels shows an independent inquiry into the tragic death of a patient in the Waikato emergency department must be held, NZNO says. Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa NZNO chief executive Paul Goulter says NZNO’s thoughts and condolences are with the whānau … Read more

Appointments – GUARDIANS APPOINTS NEW HEAD OF DATA & ANALYTICS

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Source: Guardians of New Zealand Superannuation The Guardians of New Zealand Superannuation, manager of the $93 billion New Zealand Superannuation Fund, has named Anastasia Moskvina as its new Head of Data & Analytics. Moskvina, who joined the Guardians’ Data & Analytics team in 2022 from the BNZ, has a Masters in Information Technology, Mathematics and … Read more

BateriHub, Global Energy Battery Partner MNA Metal to Tighten Malaysia’s Used Battery Recycling Chain

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Source: Media Outreach The MoU appoints DOE-licensed MNA Metal Resources as preferred collector for used automotive batteries, strengthening traceability across BateriHub and Global Energy Battery’s nationwide battery ecosystem. KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 July 2026 – BateriHub, operated by Battery4U Sdn. Bhd., together with Global Energy Battery Sdn. Bhd., has signed … Read more

Government backs new mussel spat nursery

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Source: New Zealand Government The government is supporting the establishment of a mussel spat nursery in Houhora Bay, Northland to help boost supply for New Zealand’s Greenshell mussel industry, Associate Regional Development Minister Mark Patterson says.  “The New Zealand mussel industry is a high value food and export sector that relies heavily on wild-caught spat. That…

Major overhaul to health and safety laws passes final reading

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Source: New Zealand Government The Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill has passed its third reading, marking a major milestone in the Government’s overhaul of New Zealand’s health and safety system, and delivering on the ACT-National coalition agreement, Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden says.  “For too long, businesses have been dealing with a system…

From speeding to seizure: drugs found in Darfield

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Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Acting Senior Sergeant Rob Irvine: A regular patrol for Darfield Police led them to a trove of hidden drugs, ammunition and weapons yesterday. Around 1.30pm, Police sighted a known offender driving while suspended on West Coast Road in Selwyn and turned on lights and sirens to signal the driver…

Fleeing dirt biker caught for his crime

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Source: New Zealand Police Police have arrested a dirt bike rider in Hamilton after they tried to evade the scene of a crash yesterday.  Around 3.50pm, a dirt bike reported to be driving dangerously collided with a car on Victoria Street in central Hamilton.  Thankfully, no one was injured, but the dirt bike rider immediately…

Have you seen Dukemei?

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Source: New Zealand Police Police are seeking information on the whereabouts of Dukemei Topia-Himiona who is missing. The 23-year-old is currently missing in the Auckland region and was last seen on 16 June 2026. Police have recently received information which has caused concerns for his health and wellbeing. Police are seeking any information on Dukemei’s…

SUNeVision Passes Continuing Connected Transactions Resolutions at EGM; Shares Strategic Updates on MEGA IDC Progress During Q&A Session

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 July 2026 – SUNeVision Holdings Ltd. (“SUNeVision” or the “Company”; SEHK: 1686), the largest data centre provider in Hong Kong and the technology arm of Sun Hung Kai Properties Limited (“SHKP”), held its Extraordinary General Meeting (“EGM”) on 30 June, where all ordinary … Read more

Food manufacturing in focus as proactive visits support safer work

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Source: Worksafe New Zealand WorkSafe New Zealand is turning its attention to food product manufacturing, with a nationwide programme of proactive safety visits over the next three months. Inspectors will carry out hundreds of planned visits to food manufacturers including bakeries, confectionery, grain, and cereal manufacturers to oil and fat, dairy, meat, seafood, and fruit…

Wesley Methodist School Kuala Lumpur (International) Brought Together Youth from ASEAN, China and Russia Through the Universal Language of Poetry

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Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 July 2026 – Wesley Methodist School Kuala Lumpur (International) successfully welcomed student delegates from Brunei Darussalam, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Russia and Thailand for the Sayembara Deklamasi Puisi Artistik Remaja ASEAN, China dan Rusia 2026. Representatives from Brunei Darussalam, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Russia and … Read more

Warrant to arrest: Kaisa Griffin

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Source: New Zealand Police Police are working to locate Kaisa Griffin, who has a warrant for his arrest and is actively avoiding Police.  The 19-year-old is wanted by Police for breaching his bail conditions and is believed to be in the Auckland region. Griffin is considered dangerous and should not be approached. Any sightings should…

Advances in AI Adoption and Data-Driven Capabilities Accelerate in the Philippines, but Talent Gaps Threaten Momentum, Aon Study Finds

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Source: Media Outreach MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 July 2026 – Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, today released findings for the Philippines from its inaugural Human Capital Trends Study, highlighting a workforce at a key moment of change. Organisations in the Philippines are accelerating the adoption of … Read more

Taiwan International Plant-Based Festival Launches in Singapore: High-End Culinary Partnerships and Diplomatic Exhibitions Shape Premium Agri-Product Branding

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 July 2026 – The “Taiwan International Plant-Based Festival” officially launched in Singapore. Led by Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) Deputy Minister Hu Jong-I, the delegation introduced Taiwan’s premium produce and elite Phalaenopsis orchids into Singapore’s luxury dining and international sectors. The initiative leverages high-end restaurant marketing … Read more

Private emails with lobbyists in Luxon’s Ministerial offices are potentially a systemic problem

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Source: Green Party The Ombudsman has confirmed the Prime Minister’s Office unreasonably withheld secret briefings, and the Green Party has obtained a new OIA showing the same private email problem in other Ministers’ offices, suggesting a potentially systemic problem across Government. “New Zealanders have the right to know who is influencing political decision making, and…

Waikato and Counties Manukau work together to intercept violent offenders

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Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Area Commander Inspector Scott Miller: A swift response by Police ensured four offenders were caught as they tried to flee across districts following a violent assault yesterday. Officers in Hamilton responded to a report of an aggravated burglary around 10pm on Ulster Street where an address was forcefully entered…

SIM Academy Enhances Flexible Upskilling Pathways for Adult Learners and Working Parents

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 July 2026 – SIM Academy today announced its continued commitment to supporting adult learners and working parents through flexible, industry-relevant upskilling pathways designed to meet the demands of modern work and life. As workforce transformation accelerates, many adult learners face a common challenge: balancing professional … Read more