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Source: Scope Communications An independent local study has confirmed that the Secure Home programme – delivered by the Queenstown Lakes Community Housing Trust (QLCHT) – produces a social and economic return of nearly four times its level of investment. The Social Return on Investment report by economist Benje Patterson shows this assisted home ownership model … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand’s small businesses are getting a boost of AI-powered support to unlock new growth opportunities with new Government funding announced today, Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing Cameron Brewer says. “Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and every one of them has untapped potential to grow. That’s why…
Source: Federated Farmers ACT Party proposals for more resources to combat crime in rural areas are right on the mark, Federated Farmers says. “Thieves, livestock rustlers, poachers and boy racers are an absolute nuisance in our rural communities,” Feds rural crime spokesperson Karl Dean says. “They don’t care at all about the safety of others and … Read more
Source: Business Canterbury Canterbury businesses are maintaining a forward focus despite global uncertainty, according to Business Canterbury’s latest Quarterly Business Confidence Survey released today. The survey, which closed in early June, shows that while confidence has softened following recent conflict in the Middle East, the pullback has been modest from what was a very optimistic … Read more
Source: World Vision Hundreds of young people across Auckland and Christchurch will roll up their sleeves to restore local ecosystems and support vulnerable Pacific communities this month as part of the World Vision 40 Hour Challenge. Christian conservation organisation A Rocha Aotearoa is hosting two large-scale native planting events on Saturday, 20 June and Sunday, 21 … Read more
Source: Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand Acceleration of Israel’s ethnic cleansing of Palestinians must spur global action to halt West Bank annexation – Significant escalation in speed and scale of annexation measures under Israel’s current government – Ethnic cleansing campaign is state-led, and state-sponsored, not driven by rogue settlers or so-called extremist ministers – Exponential rise … Read more
Source: Save the Children About 30,000 people, including children, have been displaced in the southern Philippines following one of the strongest earthquakes to hit the country in half a century. The quake, which has killed at least 37 people- and caused extensive damage, including to homes and schools, has also left children and families in need … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Kuala Lumpur also appears as a destination on affordable routes from Pekanbaru and Ho Chi Minh City KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 June 2026 – Digital travel platform Agoda has revealed some of Asia’s most affordable domestic and international flight routes for the summer travel period, with Malaysia-linked … Read more
Source: Botica Butler Raudon Partners Article by Ondrej Mokos, Threat Analysis Engineer at Gen Scammers are creating fake hiring pages that impersonate major brands, including FIFA, to steal login credentials. These pages imitate real recruiting flows, with recruiter profiles, calendar invites, and familiar sign-in buttons. In this investigation, our threat researchers examine this recruitment scam … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Space Minister Chris Penk has today announced the successful recipient of round two of the Kiwi Space Activator pilot programme, which is helping launch innovative Kiwi space technology. “New Zealand’s space sector is growing rapidly, creating high-value jobs and attracting international investment. We’re supporting that to help Kiwi businesses and researchers…
Source: New Zealand Government A partnership between Government and industry will help turn New Zealand strong wool into high-value cutting-edge products and boost returns for growers, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay and Associate Agriculture Minister Mark Patterson announced at Fieldays today. Through the Primary Sector Growth Fund (PSGF), the Government is contributing $8 million to the…
Source: Media Outreach Interactive out-of-home activation across Mind, Body and Money aims to generate more than 10,000 readiness responses from Singaporeans SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 June 2026 – Etiqa Insurance Singapore is bringing the conversation on everyday readiness into public spaces with ‘When Life Spins, Stay Ready’, an interactive out-of-home activation that … Read more
Source: Media Outreach The first Singapore outpost of the Korean postpartum brand has filled every suite, mirroring its Seoul flagship, which sold out six months ahead. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 June 2026 – DeRAMA Singapore, the first Korean confinement centre to open in the country and operated by Sserenity, is now fully … Read more
Source: Media Outreach The method assembles most of a structure on land before it is filled with concrete at sea and is designed to double as a habitat for marine life. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 June 2026 – Singapore-based Hydrantula, will unveil the solution over Singapore International Water Week 2026. Singapore company … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Education Minister Erica Stanford announced a $160 million investment to deliver new classrooms that will support growing communities across Auckland and the upper North Island. “This latest investment brings the number of funded additional classrooms and learning spaces to 1373 nationwide since I first became Minister,” Ms Stanford says. “Of the…
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand and Timor-Leste have signed an updated defence cooperation arrangement, Defence Minister Chris Penk says. “This was an excellent opportunity to review and restate our shared commitment to ongoing cooperation. It has been 15 years since we last reviewed this arrangement and in that time the world has changed significantly,”…
Source: New Zealand Police Police are appealing for information following an aggravated burglary in Kensington last night. Just before 6.30pm, a group of males armed with what appeared to be a machete and hammer, have attempted to enter a dairy on Mill Road. Detective Senior Sergent Shane Pilmer, Northland CIB, says the group took a…
Source: Green Party Treasury has put a price tag on Luxon’s Government’s climate inaction, with new analysis showing it could cost up to $5 billion to buy the offshore carbon credits needed to meet New Zealand’s 2030 climate target. “Every time Christopher Luxon has cut climate action here at home, he has increased the bill we…
Source: Media Outreach TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 June 2026 – Industry expert Jason Gerlis has been appointed as the Chief Revenue Officer at GoGlobal – the global expansion business – bolstering the leadership team’s strength and depth at a time of accelerated growth. With more than 15 years’ experience in helping … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police A year-long Police investigation has dismantled a criminal operation, allegedly manufacturing and supplying methamphetamine in remote parts of the Far North. Operation Phoenix, led by the National Organised Crime Group, sees 11 men facing serious charges with 34 search warrants being executed across Northland and Auckland in recent days. The operation…
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute the following to Inspector Renée Perkins, Kāpiti Mana Area Commander: Police investigating an assault on an 11-year-old in Whitby are appealing to the public for information. Around 5.45pm yesterday, a man wearing a red shirt and dark coloured shorts ran up to two children on Albatross Close, assaulting the 11-year-old.…
Source: New Zealand Police Police acknowledge the findings by the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) regarding a Police Safety Order (PSO) issued against a man in Central District. In December 2024, Police received a report from a mother stating that her child had disclosed allegations of physical abuse by his father during a previous visit.…
Source: New Zealand Government Construction of a new bridge on State Highway 27 (SH27) between Tahuna and Patetonga in the Waikato will get underway this month, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “The existing SH27 Ohinekaua Stream Bridge is around 80 years old and has reached the end of its serviceable life. Replacing it will ensure…
Source: New Zealand Government Taupō District’s trout bag limits will increase for the new fishing season, improving stock quality and creating more opportunities for anglers and local businesses, Hunting and Fishing Minister James Meager says. Mr Meager has approved a bag limit increase from six to eight trout, taking effect from 1 July. “Lake Taupō…
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to acting Deputy Commissioner Tim Anderson: Police are moving to prosecute three staff members following separate investigations arising from a rapid review of Police information security controls. Two Auckland-based constabulary staff will appear in the Manukau District Court over the coming days. Each of the officers is being charged…
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 11 June 2026 Background Under section 53 of the Residential Care and Disability Support Services Act 2018, the Director-General of Health has determined the maximum contribution that applies in each region for long-term aged residential care. The maximum contribution is the maximum weekly amount (inclusive of GST)…
Source: NZ Department of Conservation By Nina Mercer, Planning and Performance Advisor Crawling around in the dirt on the forest floor isn’t something I’ve done a lot of, but that’s because I’ve never snailed before! And snailing must be one of the more rewarding pieces of conservation work I’ve done in a long time. What is snailing? Essentially snailing is surveying sites for our native Powelliphanta snail. It’s a little-known fact that the lower North Island has several reserves that are home to…