Household labour force survey estimated working-age population: September 2025 quarter – Stats NZ information release

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Household labour force survey estimated working-age population: September 2025 quarter – information release 8 October 2025 The household labour force survey estimated working-age population table shows the population benchmarks used to produce household labour force survey estimates for the upcoming labour market statistics release. Visit our website to read this information release: For media enquiries … Read more

Hong Kong Residential Market Activity Supports Confidence for Home Prices to Bottom Out and Rally Within Year-End

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Source: Media Outreach Prime Central Office Rents Show Signs of Stabilization While High Street Retail Rents Record Narrower Decline With the support of improving market sentiment and the U.S. Federal Reserve’s rate cut, Hong Kong residential transaction numbers trended upwards in Q3 amid the current consolidation phase. Total residential transactions for the Q3 period reached … Read more

Cotality OCR Analysis – RBNZ goes for front-loaded easing

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Source: Commentary by Chief Property Economist Kelvin Davidson, Cotality The Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee cut the official cash rate (OCR) by 0.5% today, taking it down to 2.5%. There was no debate about whether we’d see a cut today. The only question was the size and, in the event, they opted for ‘front-loaded’ easing. … Read more

Hung Yen is emerging as a key FDI hub in northern Vietnam

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Source: Media Outreach HUNG YEN, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 October 2025 – Hung Yen has recently emerged as one of the leading destinations for foreign direct investment (FDI) in northern Vietnam. With its strategic location, continuously improving infrastructure, and investor-friendly policies, the province has become an attractive choice for major corporations from … Read more

Finance – ASB trims interest rates for customers

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Source: ASB ASB is reducing interest rates across its variable lending products in response to RBNZ’s OCR announcement. ASB’s Executive General Manager Personal Banking Adam Boyd says “We know New Zealanders are navigating an uncertain economic outlook, but we are seeing encouraging signs. These cuts to our variable rates, along with our fixed rate changes … Read more

Gaw Capital Partners Launches Nauticus Education Group

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 October 2025 – Gaw Capital Partners, a leading multi-asset investment management firm, is pleased to announce the formation of Nauticus Education Group, a new Hong Kong headquartered education holding company. Nauticus Education Group is driven by a clear mission: to elevate the standard … Read more

Jamf unveils new API ecosystem, AI capabilities and automated OS updates at Jamf Nation User Conference

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 October 2025 – Jamf, (NASDAQ: JAMF), the standard in managing and securing Apple at work, today kicked off its 16th annual Jamf Nation User Conference (JNUC) in Denver, Colorado. Joined by key partners including Apple, Okta, AWS, Microsoft, Google and more, Jamf unveiled … Read more

AsiaPac Unveils Four AI SaaS Platforms to Transform Omnichannel Marketing in Asia

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 October 2025 – AsiaPac Net Media Limited (AsiaPac), a pioneer in AI-driven omnichannel digital marketing technology across the Asia-Pacific region, is proud to announce the launch of four innovative AI SaaS platforms under its subsidiary, AdTechinno. These platforms—OptAdEasy, KOOLER AI, Kolsify, and APHub—empower … Read more

DBS Hong Kong Launches Regional Investment Corridors Initiative to Forge New Cross-Border Growth Channels Across Asia

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Source: Media Outreach Inaugural event, themed “Japan’s Investment Horizon: Exploring Inbound & Outbound Opportunities”, bridges private capital opportunities between Hong Kong and Japan HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 October 2025 – Asia’s investment landscape is undergoing rapid evolution, and DBS stands at the forefront as the preferred banking partner for emerging … Read more

Aon Survey Projects Moderate Salary Growth of 5.3 percent for Southeast Asia in 2026

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Source: Media Outreach Singapore and Thailand trail regional peers in projected salary increases Businesses anticipate stable or slightly increased workforce numbers SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 October 2025 – Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, has announced the findings from its 2025 Salary Increase and Turnover Study for southeast … Read more

SJM To Present Premier Travel Experiences at “Experience Macao Mega Sale” in Malaysia

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Source: Media Outreach MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 October 2025 – Organised by the Macao Government Tourism Office (“MGTO”), the “Experience Macao Mega Sale” in Malaysia will be held in Kuala Lumpur, with SJM Resorts, S.A. (“SJM”) as a key participant. This four-day tourism and cultural showcase, from 9 to 12 October … Read more

Energy Sector – Better bills will help consumers find better plans, says Electricity Authority

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Source: Electricity Authority The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko says proposed changes to simplify electricity bills will make it easier for consumers to find the right plan for them and pay less for power. The Authority is asking for feedback on changes to give people more choice, more control and better value on their electricity. “Everyone … Read more

Local News – Metropolitan Water Services Delivery Plan accepted by Government

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Source: Porirua City Council The plan for delivering water services to metropolitan Wellington residents and businesses through a new organisation with new funding and governance arrangements has been accepted by the Department of Internal Affairs. The Metropolitan Wellington Water Services Delivery Plan was submitted by five councils – Hutt City, Porirua City, Upper Hutt City, Wellington … Read more

Economy – OCR Decision – Comments from Finance and Mortgage Advisers Association of New Zealand

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Source: Finance and Mortgage Advisers Association of New Zealand (FAMNZ) Comments from Finance and Mortgage Advisers Association of New Zealand (FAMNZ) managing director Peter White AM – RBNZ interest rate decision “Consumers have been waiting for this, and every rate cut improves affordability for mortgage holders, which is a positive step. “However I would urge those … Read more

Monetary Policy – OCR reduced to 2.5% – Full Reserve Bank Statement

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Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand Annual consumers price index inflation is currently around the top of the Monetary Policy Committee’s 1 to 3 percent target band. However, with spare capacity in the economy, inflation is expected to return to around the 2 percent target mid-point over the first half of 2026. Economic activity through … Read more

Monetary Policy – New Zealand OCR reduced to 2.5%

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Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 8 October 2025 – Annual consumers price index inflation is currently around the top of the Monetary Policy Committee’s 1 to 3 percent target band. However, with spare capacity in the economy, inflation is expected to return to around the 2 percent target mid-point over the first half of 2026. … Read more

Bangkok International Film Festival 2025 in Full Swing as Bangkok Becomes Asia’s Cinematic Capital

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Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 October 2025 – The Bangkok International Film Festival (BKKIFF) has returned in spectacular form, transforming the Thai capital into a global stage for cinema and culture. Running from September 27 to October 15, 2025, the 19-day festival is now in full swing, already drawing … Read more

LG Showcases Integrated Data Center Solutions At Data Center World Asia 2025

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Source: Media Outreach “One LG” Strategy Delivers End-to-End Data Center Solutions Across Cooling, Energy and Operations SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 October 2025 – LG Electronics (LG), together with LG CNS and LG Energy Solution, is presenting its comprehensive portfolio of advanced data center technologies at Data Center World Asia (DCWA) 2025 in … Read more

MEDIA ADVISORY: Seventy seven to graduate from Police College this week

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Source: New Zealand Police Media are invited to the 388 Wally Haumaha – Te Arawa and Ngāti Ngāraranui, ONZM and QSM recruit wing graduation. What:              Graduation of the New Zealand Police 388 Recruit Wing.Who:               For families and friends to celebrate with the newly attested police officers.Why:               Completion and graduation from their initial training course.Where:            Te … Read more

Update: Bucklands Beach, fatal fire

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Source: New Zealand Police Police have confirmed the fatal fire last Thursday morning in Bucklands Beach is now being treated as a double homicide. Detective Inspector Tofilau Faamanuia Vaaelua, Counties Manukau District Crime Manager, says emergency services attended the home in Murvale Drive at around 2.30am. “When Police and Fire and Emergency NZ arrived, the … Read more

Consultation about to open on Brightwater Intersection Speed Zone

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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Nelson/Tasman residents are being urged to have their say on a proposed new Intersection Speed Zone where State Highway 6 and Ellis Street/River Terrace meet near Brightwater. Intersection Speed Zones improve the safety at rural intersections on high-speed roads. They detect approaching traffic intending to turn into or out of … Read more

Special Olympians join with Police for Law Enforcement Torch run – Auckland

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Source: New Zealand Police Police will be part of something special this weekend, supporting Auckland’s Special Olympics athletes to carry the Flame of Hope in support of The Special Olympics Games.The games are to be held at the new Wolfbrook Arena in Christchurch from Wednesday 10 until Sunday 14 of December this year.Media is invited … Read more

Law Enforcement Torch with Special Olympians set to run through South Auckland

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Source: New Zealand Police Police will be part of something special this weekend, supporting Auckland’s Special Olympics athletes to carry the Flame of Hope in support of The Special Olympics Games. The games are to be held at the new Wolfbrook Arena in Christchurch from Wednesday 10 until Sunday 14 of December this year. Media … Read more

AIA Singapore partners with Amplify Health to tackle Singapore’s most common chronic illnesses by bringing personalised chronic disease management to Singaporeans

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Source: Media Outreach The mobile app-based Chronic Disease Management Programme (CDMP) provides expert coaching and personalised resources to encourage healthier lifestyle changes, complementing Healthier SG and expanding the insurer’s comprehensive suite of healthcare solutions SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 October 2025 – AIA Singapore and Amplify Health today announced the launch of a … Read more

Law Enforcement Torch Run to blaze through Auckland this weekend

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Source: New Zealand Police Police will be part of something special this weekend, supporting Auckland’s Special Olympics athletes to carry the Flame of Hope in support of The Special Olympics Games.  The games are to be held at the new Wolfbrook Arena in Christchurch from Wednesday 10 until Sunday 14 of December this year. Media … Read more

More relief for families and businesses

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Source: New Zealand Government Today’s 50 basis point Official Cash Rate reduction will further ease pressure on Kiwi households and businesses, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. “Today’s Official Cash Rate (OCR) shows monetary policy doing its job. The reduction will be welcome news to mortgage-holders and businesses, as OCR drops flow through to interest rates. … Read more

Appeal for information: Raumanga fire

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Source: New Zealand Police Northland Police investigating a suspicious fire are appealing for help to identify a person seen on Raumanga Valley Road, Whangārei, in the early hours of Tuesday, 23 September. Whangārei Detective Senior Sergeant Shane Pilmer says the sighting occurred a day prior to a suspected arson at the address. “The person was … Read more