Auckland University research finds nurse shortages increase post-surgery deaths and complications

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Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation New research by Auckland University has found addressing nurse shortages in post-operative care may save 182 lives a year because short-staffed wards have higher rates of potentially preventable deaths and complications after their surgeries. The newly published research analysed 202,428 patients undergoing 223,415 operations against Te Whatu Ora nursing staffing … Read more

National Party Statement – The RMA is gone

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Source: New Zealand National Party Exciting news – we’ve just passed legislation to replace the Resource Management Act (RMA) once and for all! For 35 years, the RMA has acted as a handbrake on growth, making it harder to produce the food and fibre and build the homes, infrastructure and energy projects New Zealand needs … Read more

Strong year of delivery for Ōtaki to north of Levin RONS

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Source: New Zealand Government Today marks a significant milestone for Horowhenua and the lower North Island as we celebrate the first year since construction began on the Ōtaki to north of Levin Road of National Significance project, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says.  “A year ago today, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and I joined our delivery…

Have you seen Braydon?

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Source: New Zealand Police Police are appealing to the public for sightings of Braydon Hepworth, reported missing from Christchurch. The 21-year-old was last seen on England Street in Linwood on Monday 14 September and hasn’t been seen or heard from since. Police and Braydon’s family have concerns for his welfare and would like to see…

National Ticketing Solution rolls out in Canterbury

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Source: New Zealand Government The National Ticketing Solution (NTS), also known as Motu Move, will roll out fully in Canterbury from today, marking an important milestone in delivering an easier and more convenient way for passengers to pay for public transport across New Zealand, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “Current public transport ticketing systems are…

Fatal crash, SH10, Totara North, Northland

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Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Totara North in the Far North District this morning.  The two-vehicle crash on State Highway 10 (Twin Coast Discovery Highway) was reported to Police at about 7.30am.  State Highway 10 is closed between Otangaroa Road and Taratara Road. A diversion…

Waikato River search

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Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to: Sergeant Mark Harrison Police are currently undertaking a search of the Waikato River in Hamilton where a person is suspected to have entered the river. Police first received a report at 1.30am near Swarbrick Landing off River Road. Search and Rescue boats and a Police helicopter have been assisting…

Morph Brand Introduces Vera, a Cookware Line Built Around a Coating-Free Titanium Cooking Surface

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Source: Media Outreach A Singapore inventor’s search for a non-stick pan that didn’t rely on a chemical coating led to Vera, a line finished with an engraved pure-titanium cooking surface. It debuts through a crowdfunding campaign. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 – Morph Brand, a Singapore-based cookware company, today announced the … Read more

An Iconic Duo: Toblerone Launches Truffles with Biscoff®

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Source: Media Outreach ZURICH, SWITZERLAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 – What happens when the world’s most iconic chocolate triangle meets one of the world’s most craved biscuits? Toblerone introduces its Diamond Truffles with rich Biscoff® spread filling and crunchy honey and almond nougat pieces inside a creamy milk chocolate diamond. Now … Read more

Family Offices in Asia Pacific Lead Global Portfolio Outperformance, Direct Investing and AI Investment Opportunities‌: Citi Wealth 2026 Survey Reveals

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR / SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 – Citigroup Inc. (NYSE: C) – Citi Wealth today released its 2026 Global Family Office Report, offering an inside perspective into the thinking and behaviors of the world’s most sophisticated investors. The report was compiled by Citi Wealth’s Global … Read more

Hong Kong outlines strategies for deepening development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and enhancing green transformation

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 – Hong Kong’s Chief Executive John Lee announced the First Five-Year Plan for Economic and Social Development of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) (2026-2030) and his fifth Policy Address on September 16, rolling out measures to further sharpen Hong … Read more

Hong Kong Academy for Wealth Legacy Showcases Award-Winning Talent at Inaugural “Inspiring Asia” Hong Kong Regional Awards

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Source: Media Outreach Inspiring Asia Launched by HKAWL in Hong Kong for the First Time to Support its Impact Link Initiative to Foster Community Empowerment, Exchange and Strategic Philanthropy HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 – The Hong Kong Academy for Wealth Legacy (HKAWL) brought the Inspiring Asia Micro Film … Read more

UnionPay Showcases at the 23rd China-ASEAN Expo

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 – On September 17, the 23rd China-ASEAN Expo opened in Nanning, Guangxi. Dong Junfeng, Chairman of China UnionPay and UnionPay International, attended the event and participated in the China-ASEAN Financial Cooperation and Development Forum. Centering on the development of the China-ASEAN Free Trade … Read more

Galaxy Macau Unveils Dream Voyage @ Galaxy Resort: Gao Xiaowu’s Art Exhibition

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Source: Media Outreach An immersive journey through dreams, gratitude and love, complemented by new lifestyle experiences at Galaxy Promenade MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 -Founded upon its commitment to enriching Macau’s cultural landscape and curating world-class lifestyle experiences, Galaxy Macau proudly collaborates with acclaimed Chinese contemporary sculptor Gao Xiaowu to … Read more

Advancing Ngāti Mutunga o Wharekauri settlement

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Source: New Zealand Government After more than a decade of negotiations, Ngāti Mutunga o Wharekauri and the Crown today marked a major legislative milestone in Parliament, Treaty Negotiations Minister Paul Goldsmith says.  “The introduction and first reading of the Ngāti Mutunga o Wharekauri Claims Settlement Bill is an important milestone that brings the settlement, signed…

RMA era ends as new system passes Parliament

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Source: New Zealand Government Bills to replace the Resource Management Act have passed their third reading in Parliament, marking the most significant overhaul of New Zealand’s planning system in more than three decades, RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop and Parliamentary Under-Secretary Simon Court say. “Today is a major milestone. After 35 years of the RMA,…

Cheese Effects Launches Singapore’s First AI Comic Storyboard Photo Booth Experience

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Source: Media Outreach Introducing Singapore’s first AI Comic Storyboard Photo Booth, Cheese Effects places guests within customisable comic narratives. Combining AI-generated comic characters with tailored storylines, artwork and branding, each photo becomes a personalised storyboard available digitally or in print. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 – A photo booth snapshot can … Read more

Asia REIT Market Value Grows 18% as Chinese Mainland Drives New Listings and India Becomes Asia’s Fourth-Largest REIT Market

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Source: Media Outreach Asia’s 289 active REIT products reached a combined market value of US$279.4 billion as at 31 March 2026, up from US$235.8 billion at end of 2024 The Chinese mainland contributed 21 out of 27 new listings in Asia in the same period India’s REIT market value rose 62% to US$17.7 billion, up … Read more

Update – man dies following disorder in Lower Hutt

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Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Steve Williamson, Area Manager, Investigations:  A man critically injured in an incident in Lower Hutt last month has now sadly died in hospital.  Police were called to Waterloo Road about 2am on Sunday 30 August after a report of a disorder incident.  One person was transported…

Suan Dusit Arun marks a year of positive urban impact, recording more than 951,000 visitors while helping to create a cooler, greener Bangkok

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Source: Media Outreach New data highlights the contribution of Dusit Central Park’s rooftop park to urban cooling, air quality, biodiversity, and community well-being. The park will also mark Bangkok Climate Action Week 2026 with a special Tree Walk. BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 – Following its first anniversary on 3 … Read more

Frasers Hospitality unveils Fraser Suites Reserve, a new luxury serviced living brand

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Source: Media Outreach Fraser Suites Reserve Bangkok starts welcoming guests at One Bangkok in December 2026 SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 September 2026 – Frasers Hospitality, a business unit of Frasers Property, today announced Fraser Suites Reserve, a new luxury serviced living brand created for discerning global travellers seeking the privacy, ease and … Read more

Update: Lake Moeraki search

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Source: New Zealand Police Police divers have further investigated an object detected in Lake Moeraki today in the search for a Piper Cherokee Six aircraft that disappeared 47 years ago with seven people on board.  Unfortunately, there is no indication so far that the object is an aircraft.  Fine weather on Lake Moeraki aided the…

Advocacy – Invercargill Council stands up for Palestine while the government sits on its hands

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Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa 22 September 2026 PSNA is congratulating the Invercargill City Council which this afternoon voted to end procurement of goods or services from companies profiting from illegal Israeli settlements on Palestinian land. Invercargill is the seventh local body to pass similar motions sanctioning Israel. (Christchurch, Nelson and Palmerston City Councils, Environment … Read more

Alarm bells ringing for car thieves

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Source: New Zealand Police A neighbour who heard a car alarm and spotted three people running from a vehicle in Papatoetoe is being praised by Police for their quick thinking. During the early hours of Monday morning Police received a call from a person who saw a group of people running along Wintere Road and…