Experience Singapore’s Living Heritage at Chinatown Singapore’s Happy Dragon Boat Festival and June Holiday Family Activities

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 June 2026 – International visitors travelling to Singapore this June are invited to experience the vibrant traditions, culture and festive atmosphere of Chinatown Singapore through the Happy Dragon Boat Festival and a series of family-friendly June holiday activities at Smith Street. Taking place on 13 … Read more

Cheras Community Health Campaign Targets Lifesaving CPR Skills Amid Rising Heart Health Concerns

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Source: Media Outreach Two-day public health initiative aims to train 1,200 Malaysians in CPR and AED skills while promoting preventive healthcare and wellness KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 June 2026 – As Malaysia faces growing concerns over heart health, chronic diseases and low emergency response readiness, PPB Properties, together with Jabatan … Read more

Fatal crash, Hikurangi

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Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm two people have died following a crash in Hikurangi earlier today. The crash involving two vehicles on State Highway 1, near King Street was reported just after 3pm. One person died at the scene, a second person died in hospital a short time later. Two other people sustained…

Two scenarios being considered for potential PC120 changes

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Source: Auckland Council Auckland Council’s Policy, Planning and Development Committee has today endorsed two scenarios for potential changes to Plan Change 120 for feedback from local boards and iwi authorities, following recent Government changes to Auckland’s housing rules. This follows legislation reducing Auckland’s minimum housing capacity requirement from around 2 million homes to a minimum…

Far North homicide: Vehicle sightings sought

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Source: New Zealand Police Police are seeking information on the movements of a homicide victim’s vehicle following her death in the Far North last week. Operation Peony is investigating the alleged murder of 76-year-old Tārati (Dorothy) Buckley in Whirinaki. Today, Police are releasing an image of Ms Buckley’s Toyota RAV4 with the distinctive registration plate…

DFI Retail Group and The Mills Fabrica Name Number 8 Bio as the Winner of DFI Sustainability Innovation Challenge

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Source: Media Outreach The competition drew over 40 global submissions to decarbonise beef and dairy supply chains, with winning solution set to scale across one of Asia’s leading retail networks HONG KONG SAR- Media OutReach Newswire – 9 June 2026 – DFI Retail Group (DFI or the Group), a leading Asian retailer, and The Mills … Read more

Update: Police locate missing 81-year-old

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Source: New Zealand Police Police have this evening located the 81-year-old Canterbury woman who was reported missing last week. Detective Senior Sergeant Colin Baillie says following days of extensive searching by Police teams, assisted by members of the public, she was located in Ferrymead this evening. “She was extremely cold, but is talking to Police…

“Sanya Is Full of Surprises!” International Tour Operators Praise Sanya’s Diverse Charm

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Source: Media Outreach SANYA, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 June 2026 – As the morning sun bathed Sanya Bay in golden light, a group of international tour operators began their exploration of the city. From June 4 to 5, delegates participating in the Overseas Tour Operators Hainan Tour 2026 visited Sanya for an … Read more

Washington Blueberries Strengthens Market Confidence in Thailand and Indonesia

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Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 June 2026 – The Washington Blueberry Commission has solidified its market presence in Southeast Asia through the successful completion of trade seminars in Thailand and Indonesia, marking an important step in building awareness, trade confidence, and long-term market engagement across the region. Held in … Read more

$30m for school drinking water safety is a start but pollution keeps flowing

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Source: Green Party The Green Party is welcoming Government investment of $30m into school drinking water following their questions on the issue, but warns rural communities will continue to get sick until broader pollution problems are addressed. The Green Party released data in April showing 9000 students across more than 70 schools and pre-schools faced unsafe…

Police continue to investigate 2019 death of Rotorua mother

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Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Inspector Herby Ngawhika, Rotorua Area Commander:  Police investigating the death of Rotorua mother Melissa Jones continue to appeal for information as the investigation remains open. Melissa, aged 25, was found deceased on the shorefront of Lake Rotorua on 18 October 2019. She was last seen in Rotorua on…

Business Canterbury – South Island steps forward with business focused election conference.

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Source: Business Canterbury The South Island is stepping forward with confidence this election year, bringing together business and political leaders for what is shaping up to be the largest pre-election gathering of its kind in the region. Business Canterbury, alongside Chambers of Commerce and industry associations, have this week announced they are holding an inaugural … Read more

Government Cuts – Govt cuts come for Māori, Pasifika, disability roles at ACC – PSA

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Source: PSA The Government is continuing its crusade against public services by and for Māori, with ACC proposing to cut its Māori and Equity team by more than half. The proposal, which would disestablish the entire team of 24 and establish 10 roles, would also cut specific capability for Pasifika and people with disabilities. Jack McDonald, … Read more

Federated Farmers backs ACT visa proposal

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Source: Federated Farmers ACT’s proposed Rural Workforce Visa would make New Zealand more attractive to migrant workers and help address persistent labour shortages on farms, Federated Farmers says. “Farmers have been crying out for a more practical immigration system, and ACT’s proposed approach is a big step in the right direction,” Federated Farmers immigration spokesperson Karl … Read more

LUMOS Launches S$149 EVOKE Digital Camera

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Source: Media Outreach An affordable, compact camera for everyday photography, with 64MP photos, 4K video, built-in filters and a soft, natural image style. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 June 2026 – LUMOS, the award-winning Singapore lifestyle technology brand best known for its home cinema projectors, today announced the launch of the LUMOS EVOKE … Read more

Auckland Council focuses on strengthening partnerships with mana whenua 

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Source: Auckland Council Auckland Council’s relationships with mana whenua and Māori communities have been the focus of a Tāmaki Ora report on Iwi Ora, recently presented to the Community Committee. Iwi Ora is a key focus area in the council’s Tāmaki Ora Māori Outcomes Strategy and Performance Measurement Framework 2025–2027. It aims to develop meaningful,…

Care experienced advocates say rangatahi Māori can’t wait for the system to catch up following new report

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Source: VOYCE – Whakarongo Mai VOYCE – Whakarongo Mai says a new report highlighting the ongoing overrepresentation of tamariki and rangatahi Māori throughout the Oranga Tamariki system should be a catalyst for urgent action rather than further discussion. The report, Outcomes for tamariki and rangatahi Māori and their whānau in the Oranga Tamariki system 2024/25, … Read more

One quarter of young Māori with reports of concern about their safety had 10 or more previous reports

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Source: Aroturuki Tamariki | Independent Children’s Monitor   A report released by Aroturuki Tamariki | Independent Children’s Monitor today found tamariki and rangatahi Māori (Māori children and young people) continue to have unmet care and protection needs which contribute to their overrepresentation in the oranga tamariki system.   Outcomes for tamariki and rangatahi Māori and … Read more

GIA Acquires 30% Shareholding in Diamond Provenance Blockchain Platform Tracr

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Source: Media Outreach Investment by leading industry institute supports Tracr’s evolution to becoming an independent, industry-wide platform for natural diamond provenance LAS VEGAS, US – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 June 2026 – De Beers Group and GIA (Gemological Institute of America) today announced the signing of a definitive agreement for GIA to acquire a … Read more

WorkSafe takes farm vehicle message to Fieldays

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Source: Worksafe New Zealand Fresh insights show harm from farm vehicles remains a stubborn problem – and it’s exactly why WorkSafe will be focussed on it at Fieldays this week. Inspectors will be on-site at the event for informal, open conversations with farmers, workers, and agribusiness operators on practical ways to stay safe. Vehicles were…

Smart Design Global 2026 Awards Presentation Ceremony Proudly Unveils 52 Original Award-Winning Designs International Tour Highlights Hong Kong’s Creative Design Power

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 June 2026 – The Smart Design Global 2026 (SDG), an annual flagship event of Hong Kong’s design scene (formerly known as the Hong Kong Smart Design Awards) organised by the Hong Kong Exporters’ Association (HKEA) and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries … Read more

Save the Children – Israeli authorities closing crossings into Gaza puts essential supplies for children under threat once again

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Source: Save the Children Israeli authorities announced yesterday that they are closing border crossings into the Gaza Strip, including Kerem Shalam and Rafah, until further notice. This politicisation of aid once again puts food, clean water and emergency life-saving supplies including medical and shelter items needed to keep one million children and their families alive out of reach, … Read more

Collaborative wild deer management plan to protect Ruahine Forest Park

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Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  09 June 2026 The newly finalised Ruahine Adaptive Wild Deer Management Plan (2025–2030) sets out a five year, evidence based programme of work developed with iwi and supported by a locally representative advisory group. Monitoring shows deer numbers are above levels needed for forest recovery in parts of the park.…

Investment to deliver faster access to support

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Source: New Zealand Government A significant investment in the Government’s mental health plan will deliver faster access to support, more frontline workers and a better crisis response, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey announced today.  “Budget 2026 will deliver faster access to maternal mental health support, more frontline psychology roles, and a better crisis response by…

Pharmac listens to feedback, and will fund ambulance medicines

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Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister with responsibility for Pharmac David Seymour welcomes Pharmac’s decision to fund medicines used by ambulance services from 1 July.  This follows the Government’s decision to transfer responsibility for funding ambulance medicines from Health New Zealand and ACC to Pharmac. “This decision means no matter where a patient is…