DP World Accelerates Contract Logistics Expansion Across Southeast Asia with New Warehouse in Malaysia

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Source: Media Outreach New facility investment in Johor further expands our end-to-end supply chain capabilities across South Malaysia. Our wider warehousing footprint continues to rapidly grow across Southeast Asia, supporting key industry verticals, including technology, fashion, automotive and industrial sectors. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2026 – DP World today announced the … Read more

Check for asbestos before undertaking high-pressure spraying on roofs

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Source: Worksafe New Zealand 20 August 2026 This safety alert is a reminder to consider whether asbestos-containing materials (ACM) may be present before carrying out high-pressure water spraying or using compressed air. Disturbing ACM can release asbestos fibres and contaminate surrounding areas, posing risks to workers, occupants, and others nearby. What happened? WorkSafe has been…

NZ First launches ‘Use It or Lose It’ dairy policy

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Source: New Zealand First New Zealand First is proposing changes to the Dairy Industry Restructuring Act 2001 to incentivise investment in value-added dairy manufacturing in New Zealand, New Zealand First Leader Rt Hon Winston Peters announced today. The ‘Use It or Lose It’ policy would give qualifying manufacturers investing in new value-added dairy production access…

Mudah.my Brings Cars to Carousell Malaysia, Giving Dealers a New Way to Reach Millions More Buyers

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Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2026 – Mudah.my today announced that its car inventory is now available on Carousell Malaysia, giving used-car dealers access to a new pool of buyers while giving Malaysians more cars to discover and compare on the platform they already use. The new … Read more

Allianz Trade in Asia Pacific appoints China CEO

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2026 – Allianz Trade in Asia Pacific is pleased to announce Scott Munafò has been appointed China CEO with effect from 1 September 2026. He will be based in Shanghai. Scott Munafò to lead next phase of growth in China. Mr Munafò … Read more

Changes to emergency management legislation

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Source: New Zealand Government Legislative changes will give emergency management authorities the tools they need to keep their communities safe from an increasing number of emergencies, the Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery, Mark Mitchell says. “Giving emergency management authorities more powers to take precautionary actions before a state of emergency is declared will be…

Wel-Bloom to Showcase Functional Jelly Innovations at Vitafoods Asia 2026

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Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2026 – Wel-Bloom Bio-Tech Corporation will present functional jelly concepts at Vitafoods Asia 2026 in Bangkok, highlighting jelly’s versatility as a supplement option and the technologies behind its development. Wel-Bloom connects with visitors at BIO Asia–Taiwan 2026 in Taipei, carrying the momentum … Read more

Police seek Lawrence Bennett

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Source: New Zealand Police Southland Police have a warrant to arrest Lawrence Bennett, following a bail breach. The 50-year-old Invercargill man is wanted in relation to burglary and other charges. Police advise the public not to approach Bennett and to call 111 immediately.  If you know of the whereabouts or movements of Bennett, please contact…

Building the future of data for rural communities

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Source: New Zealand Government Rural families, communities and businesses will be better represented by a new work programme to strengthen rural data in New Zealand’s official statistics, Statistics Minister Scott Simpson and Rural Community Minister Mark Patterson say.   “Rural communities have vastly different needs. A refreshed focus on statistics for rural areas is key to…

Youth car theft spiked by police

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Source: New Zealand Police Attribute: Senior Sergeant Hamish Keer-Keer Two Canterbury youths had their plans of stealing a distinctive car spiked by police last night. The pair aged 13 and 16 stole a pink Toyota Vitz in Rolleston at approximately 9.45pm. But their joy ride was over 30 minutes later after Police spotted the car…

Arrests made in relation to Lower Hutt homicide

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Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Detective Inspector Jamie Woods, Field Crime Manager, Wellington Police: Police have arrested two people in relation to the death of Nathaniel Sturmey who died at a Malone Road, Waterloo address in April 2026. Multiple search warrants were executed this morning with the assistance of the Armed Offenders Squad at…

New mental health facility opens in Rotorua

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Source: New Zealand Government A new 16-bed acute mental health and addiction facility has officially opened at Rotorua Hospital, providing people in the Lakes district with faster access to support and a better crisis response, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey announced today.  “The previous inpatient unit was more than 45 years old and no longer…

Smarter plan for Auckland’s motorways

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Source: New Zealand Government The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) has today published a new strategy for getting more out of Auckland’s motorway network, setting out how smarter traffic management, targeted investment, and wider transport improvements will help keep the city moving as it grows, Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown say. “Auckland’s…

Harete Hipango-Brownlie: Why The ‘Conservative’ Māori Should Come Out from the Shadows

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Source: New Zealand First A politics of grievance can explain yesterday, but it cannot build tomorrow. Today, Māori politics is consumed by grievance, division and theatre. Te Pāti Māori increasingly presents itself as the political voice of Māori. It’s not. There’s no doubt the party can organise a descent protest and knows how to create…

Health (Offensive Trades Removal) Order 2026

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Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 13 August 2026 Document download Summary of Underpinning Analysis: Health (Offensive Trades Removal) Order 2026 ( pdf, 127.87 KB ) Good law-making: 9(i) The importance of consulting, to the extent that is reasonably practicable, the persons or representatives of the persons that the responsible agency considers will…

DOC funding supports restoration at Muriwai o Whata Coopers Lagoon

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Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Date: 20 Aug 2026 Te Taumutu Rūnanga will be able to advance its plans to restore the wetland area of Muriwai o Whata Coopers Lagoon thanks to recently announced funding of $521,733 from the Department of Conservation (DOC)’s Community Fund.  Te Taumutu Rūnanga spokesperson Rātangihia Steer says that the co-funding…

Police acknowledge and accept IPCA findings – shooting of Tom Phillips

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Source: New Zealand Police Police acknowledge and accept the findings of the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) in relation to the fatal shooting of Tom Phillips in September 2025.  The IPCA found that an officer was justified in shooting Mr Phillips in self-defence, as he believed that Mr Phillips had shot and likely killed another…

If they can tow it, they’ll take it

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Source: New Zealand Police What do railway crossing bells, a rooftop tent and a wood splitter have in common?  They are all items that have been stolen in Hawke’s Bay in the last few months.  The list also includes a compactor, a cabin and a hydraulic lift.  Senior Constable Pehi Potaka from the Hawke’s Bay…

Man arrested in relation to Hamilton homicide

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Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Detective Senior Sergeant Reece Durston, Hamilton City Investigations Manager: Police have charged a 21-year-old man with murder following the discovery of a deceased person in Rototuna yesterday. The man will appear in the Hamilton District Court today. Police will continue to maintain a visible presence in the area in…

Fatal crash, Grove Bush, Southland

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Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Grove Bush, Southland, 10 August. The two-vehicle crash involved a truck and a car, at the Grove Bush and Rakahoka Hedgehope Roads intersection. It was reported about 5.20pm. One person was critically injured. They have now passed away in hospital…

Agricultural productivity to soar with drone reform

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Source: New Zealand Government Agricultural sector productivity is set to soar through common-sense reforms to drone regulations, Regulation Minister David Seymour and Associate Transport Minister James Meager have today announced.  “The Ministry for Regulation heard red-tape was getting in the way of farmers using agricultural drones for spraying, and other tasks which suck up time…

Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum 2026 AI Reimagining Entertainment with Infinite Wonders

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 August 2026 – The annual Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum 2026 (DELF 2026), organised by Cyberport, will be held from 28 to 30 August 2026 at Cyberport. Under the theme “The Dreamatic Circus” DELF 2026 brings together creators, experts and industry leaders to explore … Read more

10Life Test: Airline Add-On Travel Insurance Priced by Airfare — Same Coverage, Premiums Differ by up to 34%

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Source: Media Outreach Key findings: 10Life found that premiums for the same airline embedded travel insurance plan ranged from HK$859 to HK$1,153 for the same route and trip duration, a 34% difference. Every HK$1,000 increase in airfare was associated with an increase of around HK$22 in the add-on premium, while similar coverage via an insurance … Read more

Alpro Group and AstraZeneca Collaborate to Advance Early Detection Across the Cardio-Kidney-Metabolic Spectrum and Raise Awareness of Hyperkalemia

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Source: Media Outreach Nationwide #AreYourKidneysOK+? initiative expands access to subsidised blood screening, public education, and pharmacist support for 12,550 Malaysians. KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 August 2026 – As chronic conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and chronic kidney disease continue to affect Malaysians, early detection is becoming increasingly important in … Read more