PETRA Congratulates Malaysian Organisations Recognised at the ASEAN Energy Awards 2025

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Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 October 2025 – The Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA) extends its heartfelt congratulations to the 16 Malaysian organisations recognised at the ASEAN Energy Awards (AEA) 2025. Their achievements underscore Malaysia’s strong commitment to advancing sustainable energy practices and strengthening regional … Read more

Siam Paragon Bangkok International Fashion Week 2025 Kicks Off in Grand Style

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Source: Media Outreach Thailand’s premier fashion week opens with spectacular runway shows by leading Thai fashion brands, ISSUE and Greyhound Original. BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 October 2025 – Siam Paragon reaffirms its status as a world-class fashion destination through a powerful collaboration with leading Thai designers and key partners from both … Read more

Incredible NZ Banknote Collection at Auction

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Source: Press Release Service Headline: Incredible NZ Banknote Collection at Auction Next week, Roxbury’s Auction House (based in Queensland) is holding their final major sale of 2025, with an extraordinary range of NZ banknotes up for auction. The post Incredible NZ Banknote Collection at Auction first appeared on PR.co.nz. MIL OSI

Sports Awards – Elite athlete humbled by Sportswoman of the Year Award – UoA

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Source: University of Auckland (UoA) Fresh from an outstanding season with the Black Ferns Sevens and the excitement of the 2025 Rugby World Cup, Theresa Setefano was humbled to receive Sportswoman of the Year and Most Meritorious Performance at the University of Auckland’s Blues Awards. Setefano’s sporting success meant pivoting away from her Medical School … Read more

Nikken Sekkei to Exhibit and Present at “Japanese Culture in Architecture and Materials” in Ho Chi Minh City

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Source: Media Outreach HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 October 2025 – Nikken Sekkei will take part in “Japanese Culture in Architecture and Materials,” an exhibition organized by the Vietnam Interior Association (VNIA), to be held from October 23 (Thu) to 25 (Sat), 2025, at C.space Design Complex in Ho … Read more

NZ-AU: Paladin Announces Availability of Notice of Meeting for Annual General Meeting and Provides Update on Canadian Postal Service Disruption

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Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) PERTH, Australia, Oct. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Paladin Energy Ltd (ASX:PDN, TSX:PDN, OTCQX:PALAF) (Paladin or the Company) advises its shareholders (Shareholders) that the Notice of Meeting and accompanying forms of proxy and voting instruction form (collectively, the Meeting Materials) for the Company’s upcoming annual general meeting (AGM) are now available on … Read more

Family and sexual violence reduction milestones achieved

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Source: New Zealand Government Important family and sexual violence reduction milestones have been achieved, leading to safer communities, says Minister for the Prevention of Family and Sexual Violence.  “Family violence and sexual violence are significant and deeply entrenched issues in New Zealand. We are all aware of the need to address these national shames, but … Read more

Wildberries Launches Purchase on Credit in Kazakhstan

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Source: Media Outreach ASTANA, KAZAKHSTAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 October 2025 – Wildberries, a leading digital platform in Eurasia, has launched the option to pay for purchases on credit on its marketplace to customers in Kazakhstan. The service is offered through partnerships with several Kazakhstani banks. The launch of new payment options is … Read more

Employment – Govt. attack on right to strike threatens fundamental workplace protections

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Source: PSA 3,700 mental health workers continue strike action after Health NZ fails to table fresh offer Health Minister Simeon Brown’s suggestion that the right to strike for health workers may need to be curbed by a law change represents yet another assault on the fundamental rights of working New Zealanders. The Minister’s comment that ‘changes … Read more

Update: charges laid following serious assault, Hamilton

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Source: New Zealand Police Hamilton Police have charged three people in relation to the serious assault on a young man on Northolt Road, Fairview Downs, in Hamilton. On 13 October, a young man was attacked at a residential address by several people, and suffered critical, life-threatening injuries during the incident. He is undergoing surgery today, … Read more

Employment Action – Fire and Emergency received calls to 18 incidents during today’s strike

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Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand received calls for 18 incidents between 12pm – 1pm today, Friday 17 October, the time of the strike action by members of the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU). Of these,10 incidents were in areas impacted by the strike. Three of these incidents were motor … Read more

Employment Action – Historic strikes to save our essential public services – NZNO

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Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation Aotearoa New Zealand will witness historic events next Thursday when more than 100,000 essential workers take part in strikes around the country to call on the Coalition Government to properly fund their vital public services. Essential public service workers including teachers, doctors, principals, nurses, allied health workers, home support workers, school … Read more

Awards – Electrify Queenstown 2025 event shortlisted for awards

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Source:  DESTINATION QUEENSTOWN & LAKE WĀNAKA TOURISM Queenstown, New Zealand (17 October 2025) Electrify Queenstown has been shortlisted as a finalist in two categories of the inaugural Bizzies – Aotearoa Business Events Awards 2025. Created and curated by Destination Queenstown, with support from Queenstown Business Chamber of Commerce and principal sponsor Aurora Energy, the Electrify … Read more

Appointments – New appointment to Guardians Board

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Source: Guardians of New Zealand Superannuation Guardians of New Zealand Superannuation Chair John Williamson has welcomed the appointment of Andrew Wilson to the Guardians board, saying his global career in asset management and his leadership credentials would be a great asset to the Guardians, manager of the $85 billion New Zealand Superannuation Fund. A graduate … Read more

Removal of Visiting Justice and JP

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Source: New Zealand Government Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee has announced that Fale Andrew Lesa has been removed from office as a Justice of the Peace and a Visiting Justice. “Complaints from members of the public, and media reports, suggested that Mr Lesa had misrepresented numerous aspects of his qualifications and experience,” Mrs McKee says. … Read more

DL & Antalpha US$100M Gold, US$100M Bitcoin Plan

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 October 2025 – DL Holdings Group Limited (HKEX: 1709) today announced a comprehensive strategic partnership with Antalpha, a global leader in digital asset financial services. The collaboration—valued at up to US$200 million—covers tokenised gold assets and Bitcoin mining infrastructure, establishing a dual-track strategy … Read more

Scheduled road closure, SH1, Makikihi

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Source: New Zealand Police South Canterbury motorists should expect delays on State Highway 1 south of Makikihi tonight, which will close to recover a truck. Emergency services were alerted to the crash, between Rodgers Road and Frederick Street, about 10.40am today. No other vehicles were involved and nobody was injured. The highway will close between … Read more

NZ reimposes UN sanctions on Iran

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Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand is reimposing sanctions on Iran, Foreign Minister Winston Peters has announced.    “This reimposition of UN-mandated sanctions reflects the international community’s deep concerns about Iran’s non-compliance with its nuclear obligations and unjustifiable levels of uranium enrichment activity,” Mr Peters says.   “New Zealand has consistently supported diplomatic efforts to prevent the proliferation … Read more

Serious crash, Sydenham

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Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash at the intersection of Colombo and King Streets, Sydenham. Police were called to the crash, involving a car and a cyclist, about 12.40pm. Initial indications suggest there have been serious injuries. The road will be closed, with diversions in place. Motorists … Read more

Government supports international seafarers’ welfare

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Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand continues to be a global leader in supporting international seafarers, with nearly $1 million in welfare funding confirmed for 12 of the country’s ports. Associate Transport Minister James Meager announced the Maritime NZ grants, while opening the new South Canterbury Seafarers Welfare Centre in Timaru. “99 percent of New … Read more

Henderson Beat Team keeps on

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Source: New Zealand Police The numbers keep stacking up for the Henderson Beat Team since their inception in Waitematā District early last month. Waitematā West Area Response Manager, Inspector Kelly Farrant, says in the first four weeks the team have made 48 arrests and laid numerous charges including theft, assault, and breaching bail. “We are … Read more

Southeast Asia – the Foreign Policy reset

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Source: New Zealand Government [Speech delivered to the ASEAN – NZ Business Council, at 7:35am, Auckland Business Chamber] Good morning. Simon Bridges, Chief Executive of the Auckland Business Chamber; Kathleen Morrison, Chair of the ASEAN–NZ Business Council; Ambassadors and High Commissioners; distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen. It is a pleasure to be with you at this early … Read more

AgriZeroNZ board reinforced to drive methane reduction

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Source: New Zealand Government Two experienced agribusiness leaders have been appointed to the AgriZeroNZ board to help the public-private joint venture’s efforts to drive the adoption of new tools to reduce on-farm emissions. Agriculture Minister Todd McClay today announced Simon Limmer and Murray Dyer have been appointed as directors for three-year terms. They will join … Read more

New methane research barn boosts farmer options

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government has invested $8 million in lower methane dairy genetics research Agriculture Minister Todd McClay has said at the opening of a new state-of-the-art methane research facility in the Waikato today. “Livestock Improvement Corporation’s (LIC) new ‘Methane Barn’ will enable large-scale monitoring and measurement of methane produced by lactating dairy … Read more

Auckland’s First Fully Eco‑Friendly Home and Office Cleaning and Lawn Care Packages

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Source: Press Release Service Headline: Auckland’s First Fully Eco‑Friendly Home and Office Cleaning and Lawn Care Packages Sparkle Property Services, a leading Auckland-based cleaning and maintenance provider, has launched New Zealand’s first eco-friendly property care packages, combining home and office cleaning with garden and lawn maintenance. The post Auckland’s First Fully Eco‑Friendly Home and Office … Read more

Important update: Changes to Electricity and Gas Safety Regulations

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Source: Worksafe New Zealand 17 October 2025 The Government has recently made amendments to the following regulations: Electricity (Safety) Regulations 2010 Gas (Safety and Measurement) Regulations 2010 You do not have to comply with amendments to the regulations until 12 November 2026. You may choose to use the amended regulations from 13 November 2025. What … Read more

New appointment to Guardians NZ board

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Source: New Zealand Government Former investment banker Andrew Wilson has been appointed to the Board of the Guardians of New Zealand Superannuation, Acting Finance Minister Chris Bishop announced today. The Guardians manage the $85 billion New Zealand Superannuation Fund. Andrew Wilson worked at the Reserve Bank of New Zealand, Bank of England and Rothschild Asset … Read more