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Source: New Zealand Society of Authors Te Puni Kaituhi o Aotearoa (PEN NZ Inc) 4 September 2026 The 2026 Tāwhia Copyright Aotearoa (TCA) and New Zealand Society of Authors Te Puni Kaituhi o Aotearoa PEN NZ Inc (NZSA) Research Grants have been awarded to four writers in Aotearoa. The $5,000 grants support local writers who … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee has welcomed the appointment of Southland-based registered counsellor Kathryn Wright to the Minister’s Arms Advisory Group (MAAG). “Kathryn will bring valuable practical experience to the Advisory Group through both her work as a registered counsellor and rural mental health practitioner, and her service on the board…
Source: New Zealand Police A woman who allegedly ransacked four Sunnyhills homes while the owners were away on holiday is now facing a slew of charges. On Sunday Police received reports of a burglary at a Fordyce Avenue address where a vehicle along with a number of luxury handbags and other items were stolen. Inspector…
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand’s international education export earnings have surged to nearly $5 billion, surpassing 2019 pre-Covid levels and delivering a major boost to the New Zealand economy. Education Minister Erica Stanford said the result confirms international education is once again one of New Zealand’s most valuable export sectors. “In the year to…
Source: World Literacy Foundation 8 September | International Literacy Day AUSTRALIA — 4 September 2026 International Literacy Day should be a celebration of progress. However, for millions of children worldwide, it serves as a painful reminder of the ongoing literacy challenges that threaten their futures. This year marks 60 years since UNESCO established this day, … Read more
Source: Porirua City Council Porirua had a strong showing in this year’s Visa Wellington On a Plate (WOAP), with 19 local businesses participating in Burger Wellington and five WOAP events hosted across the city. Sushil’s Musclechef Café’s (Aotea) ‘A Culinary Tale of India’ was also the first WOAP festival event to sell out and Sushil … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Grey Street, near Awapuni Road/State Highway 35, Gisborne, has been closed as Police respond to an incident on Alfred Cox Park Cycle and Walkway. Members of the public and motorists are advised to avoid the area. There is no risk nor threat to the public. ENDS
Source: Worksafe New Zealand 4 September 2026 WorkSafe New Zealand is reminding construction businesses that a prohibition notice means work must stop, after an Auckland company was sentenced and fined for allowing workers to work at height while a notice was in place. Grace Motors Limited, trading as Grace Construction, was constructing two-storey residential units…
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister David Seymour welcomes Medsafe’s approval of two psychiatrists to prescribe pharmaceutical grade MDMA to eligible patients with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). “PTSD ruins lives and is difficult to treat. MDMA can be very effective at treating it through psychedelic-assisted therapy,” Mr Seymour says. “Recent changes have put New Zealand’s…
Source: Media Outreach Via the integration with EBANX, Canva becomes the first merchant on Capitec Pay’s new recurring A2A payment SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, SINGAPORE, and STELLENBOSCH, SOUTH AFRICA – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 September 2026 – Canva, the global visual communication platform, has become the first international company to offer recurring subscription payments to South … Read more
Source: Forest & Bird Voting opens at 9am this morning. More than 70 native birds are standing across six parties, and you get to vote for up to five candidates (four more than that “other” election.) Cast your votes Head to birdoftheyear.org.nz, pick up to five birds, and hit submit. Each bird on your list … Read more
Source: General Practice Owners Association September 4, 2026 GenPro is calling for meaningful involvement in developing the contractual arrangements that will deliver free cervical screening to all eligible women aged 25 to 69, saying general practice cannot be expected to subsidise the Government’s policy. General practices provide most of the cervical screening in New Zealand … Read more
Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation The Coalition Government must urgently adopt new recommendations from the Waitangi Tribunal which has found significant parts of the disability system prejudice tāngata whaikaha Māori (Māori with disabilities), NZNO says. The Tribunal yesterday released Hauwhaikaha – the Disability System Report and its response to Wai 2713, the Māori Nurses Claim … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand has joined the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Troika, taking on an expanded leadership role ahead of hosting the Forum in Auckland in 2027. “New Zealand is serious about delivering on Pacific priorities. That is why we are here in Palau, to engage with other members openly on the challenges…
Source: Cotality NZ NZ property values edged lower in August, extending a period of subdued market conditions across much of the country. Cotality NZ’s latest Home Value Index (HVI) showed national values fell by -0.4% over the month, marking the fifth consecutive monthly decline. Despite the renewed softness, annual value changes remain relatively mild. The … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Proposed mandatory asbestos testing for children’s toys and craft products containing sand will better protect Kiwi consumers, says Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Cameron Brewer. “Many New Zealanders have been understandably concerned about the discovery of asbestos in certain consumer sand products. Families should be able to buy a product off…
Source: Worksafe New Zealand As Dunedin Hospital’s outpatient building opens, the project is also celebrating a major safety achievement: no serious injuries, supported by a new approach from WorkSafe New Zealand. Construction began in June 2022 and the building was officially opened last week, with the first patients expected through the doors in October. WorkSafe…
Source: NZ Department of Conservation By Nigel Binks, DOC Freshwater Technical Advisor High in the windswept mountain tops of the West Coast, where tarns sit like mirrors among sphagnum mosses and alpine herb fields, a Department of Conservation expedition has uncovered a remarkable surprise – an endangered caddisfly discovered hundreds of kilometres from where it…
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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2026 – vivo today joined the 2nd Global Corporate Belt and Road High-Quality Development Summit in Singapore, highlighting how technology companies can build deeper cultural connections and long-term shared value through local engagement. With discussions spanning Maritime Silk Road cultural and economic cooperation, vivo … Read more
Source: Media Outreach BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2026 –1win Charity has supported approximately 35,000 families across Latin America through four humanitarian initiatives carried out in Colombia, Venezuela, and Chile in 2026. Over $100,000 was directed to emergency relief and recovery efforts, including emergency rescue equipment, construction materials, food, drinking … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Advancing the City’s Development as an International Hub for High-Caliber Talent HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2026 – As a global magnet for top-tier talent, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has established a stellar track record under the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand International trade: June 2026 quarter – information release 3 September 2026 International trade statistics provide information on imports and exports of goods and services between New Zealand and our trading partners. Key facts Quarterly goods and services by country Total exports of goods and services for the June 2026 quarter were $32.5 … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SELANGOR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2026 – GM Klang has launched Port Seni, a new creative and cultural destination bringing together local art, craftsmanship, creative products and community under one roof. Representatives from GM Klang, Tourism Selangor and the local creative community at the launch of Port Seni, … Read more
Source: Media Outreach With 54% of travellers now confident using AI to plan or book travel, ONYX Hospitality Group highlights the role hospitality plays in turning increasingly personalised travel plans into meaningful real-world experiences. BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2026 – “Three days and two nights by the sea, easy to … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Strong operational milestones, upgraded headquarters and upcoming IFA Berlin 2026 participation fuel worldwide market expansion YIWU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2026 – Yiwu Bichang Import & Export Co., Ltd., operator of the independent consumeraccessory brand OKHOPE, keeps expanding its global footprint in mobile peripheral solutions, supported by robust … Read more