Universities – Climate news hits wine prices, study suggests – UoA

Source: University of Auckland (UoA) Climate-related news can influence how much people are willing to pay for wine, according to a study by University of Auckland finance academic Dr Gertjan Verdickt. “I ask the question, if you see more climate-related news, are you willing to pay more or less for foreign wine? And my analysis … Read more

Final Fire and Emergency New Zealand deployed firefighter returns home from Canada

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand’s final firefighter has returned from deployment to Canada. The arrival of the International Liaison Officer on Thursday morning capped more than two months of deployments with 59 personnel assisting the Canadian wildfire response in Alberta and Manitoba. Fire and Emergency also welcomed back its … Read more

Hainan FTP promotion conference held in Hong Kong

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2025 – On the occasion of the 100-day countdown to the island-wide special customs operations of the Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP), the Hainan FTP Promotion and Policy Interpretation Conference was organized at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center on Sept. … Read more

Update: Missing Christchurch woman found deceased

Source: New Zealand Police A 66-year-old woman missing in Christchurch has sadly been located deceased this evening. The woman was found by Police Search and Rescue at around 6pm today. Police would like to thank all those who assisted with the search, including Coastguard Sumner volunteers, Land Search and Rescue volunteers, and Fire and Emergency … Read more

Chen Zhi Climate Action Challenge Now Accepting Applications to Empower Cambodia’s Green Innovators

Source: Media Outreach PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2025 – Applications are now open for the Chen Zhi Climate Action Challenge, a nationwide initiative led by philanthropist Neak Oknha Chen Zhi that empowers young Cambodians to develop bold, scalable solutions to address the climate crisis. The official launch announcement of … Read more

WRISE Academy Charts New Chapter with Changsha Office Launch

Source: Media Outreach Deepening Footprint in Mainland China to Empower Next-Gen Successors & Wealth Management Elites HONG KONG SAR / CHANGSHA, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2025 – WRISE Group (“WRISE” or “the Group”), one of Asia’s fastest-growing wealth management firms, announced today the official opening of WRISE Academy Office in Changsha, … Read more

PizzaExpress Launches “Flavours of Hong Kong” New Menu

Source: Media Outreach Satay Beef, Singapore Noodle Pizza Integrated into Italian Dishes Creatively with British Flair HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2025 – PizzaExpress, originating from the UK, was founded by a globetrotter dedicated to bringing authentic handcrafted pizza experiences to food lovers worldwide. Now in Hong Kong with diversed … Read more

Hong Kong Life’s Wealth Prestige Savings Insurance Plan Received the “Award of Excellence in Wealth Management & Inheritance Insurance Product” of Hong Kong Economic Journal

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2025 – In today’s dynamic economic landscape filled with both opportunities and challenges, many people believe that having savings or liquid assets is essential for a sense of security and protection. To achieve wealth appreciation while balancing risk, a long-term wealth management … Read more

Tenchijin’s KnoWaterleak Achieves Cumulative Milestone of 50 Municipal Contracts in Japan

Source: Media Outreach Trusted by Municipalities in Japan, Tackling Water Infrastructure Challenges Globally TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2025 – Tenchijin Inc., a space-tech innovator transforming sustainable water infrastructure management, announced today that “KnoWaterleak,” a water leakage assessment and management system, has surpassed 50 cumulative municipal contracts. KnoWaterleak Achieves Cumulative Milestone … Read more

Police seek public’s help to find Simran

Source: New Zealand Police Police are appealing to the public for any possible sightings of Simran. Simran, 41, was reported missing from her home on Tuesday night and Police have serious concerns for her welfare. Simran was last seen in Whakatāne, but Police located her vehicle in Pongakawa and believe she still may be in … Read more

ASMS union walks away from patients

Source: New Zealand Government Today’s decision by the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists (ASMS) union to walk away from bargaining and continue with strike action next week will leave more than 13,000 patients without the care they need. This is despite Health New Zealand tabling an updated offer during negotiations this week that would have … Read more

Minister champions NZ wool on the global stage

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Agriculture Minister Mark Patterson travels to China today to the 36th Nanjing Wool Market Conference to promote New Zealand’s premium strong wool. “China is New Zealand’s largest wool market, In the year ending 30 June 2025, we exported $446 million worth of wool, with $176 million going to China.” Mr … Read more

Beauty Amora AU Unveils Exclusive Spring Skincare Offers

Source: Media Outreach SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2025 – Beauty Amora, a fast-growing e-commerce platform offering a diverse range of beauty products from leading Asian brands. This Spring, Beauty Amora is launching three exciting offers to help customers refresh their skincare routines: Spring Glow-Up Sale, medicube Gift with Purchase and … Read more

Discover Asia’s Leading Children’s Book Fair — CCBF 2025, Shanghai · November 14–16, 2025

Source: Media Outreach SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2025 – The 12th edition of the China Shanghai International Children’s Book Fair (CCBF) will take place from November 14-16, 2025, in Shanghai at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center (SWEECC). As the leading event in the Asia Pacific region dedicated … Read more

COMEX 2025 Targets Over USD $320 Million in Deals as Oman Showcases Digital Future

Source: Media Outreach MUSCAT, OMAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2025 – Business deals exceeding US $320 million was the target of Oman’s flagship technology and investment exhibition, COMEX 2025, making this year’s gathering from September 8 to 11, the most ambitious in the event’s 34-year history. “This is the biggest and most … Read more

Opening of new Third Main Line in Auckland

Source: New Zealand Government Good morning. Thank you, Minister of Transport, for outlining the Government’s substantial investment in Auckland’s passenger rail system. Mayor of Auckland, it is good to see you and to hear a bit of pragmatism. Distinguished guests who have already been acknowledged, thank you again. David Gordon, the can-do man from KiwiRail, … Read more

Serious Crash, SH2, Dannevirke

Source: New Zealand Police Police are in attendance of a serious crash on State Highway Two near Dannevirke. At around 1.40pm, Police were notified of the two vehicle crash. Initial indications suggest there are serious injuries. The road is blocked while emergency services are in attendance. Motorists are advised to follow diversions and expect delays. … Read more

First Fast-track housing project gets green light

Source: New Zealand Government Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop and Regional Development Minister Shane Jones have welcomed news that the first housing development has received consent under the Fast-track Approvals Act. The Maitahi Village housing development in Nelson lodged its application in February 2025 and has now been approved by an independent expert panel.  Minister Bishop … Read more

Fatal crash: Sanson

Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm that one person has died following a serious crash near Sanson this afternoon. The crash, which involved a ute and a truck, was reported to emergency services about 12pm. Sadly, the sole occupant of the ute died at the scene. One person also received minor injuries. State Highway … Read more

Vingroup named to TIME’s ‘World’s Best Companies 2025’ list

Source: Media Outreach HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2025 – Vingroup, Vietnam’s leading private conglomerate, has been honored as one of the “World’s Best Companies” by TIME magazine. Vingroup is the first and only Vietnamese company to be included on this elite global list, solidifying its reputation and standing on the … Read more

Arrest made in Operation Block homicide

Source: New Zealand Police Police have made a significant development in an investigation into a murder in Pakuranga Heights more than 13 months ago. Earlier today, the Operation Block investigation team made an arrest in connection with the murder of 59-year-old Tuipulotu Vi in August 2024. A search warrant was executed at an address in … Read more

State highway summer maintenance underway in Marlborough

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency State Highway 1 south of Picton, the gateway to the South Island, is about to get a summer facelift. Contractors will be hard at work on the highway between Koromiko and Picton for 3 weeks starting Monday 29 September. Wayne Oldfield, System Manager Marlborough, says they will rebuild a 770-metre … Read more

Waitematā Police make further arrests over Hobsonville incident

Source: New Zealand Police Waitematā Police have made two further arrests over an altercation that took place in a Hobsonville car park on Tuesday afternoon. It brings the total number of arrests to three, as a determined investigation quickly locates those allegedly involved. Police have been investigating since the altercation occurred at around 4.40pm on … Read more

Police locate body in search for missing Māngere woman

Source: New Zealand Police Counties Manukau Police have located a body in the search for a woman missing from Māngere for nearly three months. Eileen ‘Ella’ Davenport, 57, had been missing from her Hain Avenue home since 20 June 2025. Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Hayward, of Counties Manukau West CIB, says on 10 September Police … Read more

Serious crash, SH3, Sanson

Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are responding to a serious crash on State Highway 3, south east of Sanson. The road is closed between Sanson and Stewart Road. Motorist should avoid the area if possible and expect delays. There are thought to be serious injuries and the Serious Crash Unit is in attendance. ENDS … Read more

Police seek information over Far North burglary

Source: New Zealand Police Far North Police are appealing for information about a burglary where multiple firearms and two vehicles were stolen. An investigation has commenced this week into the burglary at a rural property in the Kaeo area. Police believe the burglary has occurred between 4-14 September. Detective Brooke Chambers, of Northland’s Organised Crime … Read more

iBoozee Launches Asia’s First Smart Robotic Juice Machines in Singapore

Source: Media Outreach Award-winning innovation set to deploy 500 units islandwide; transformation of healthy juice-on-the-go for millions SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2025 – iBoozee, an ASEAN Award-winning innovator in the food and beverage technology sector, today marked a new milestone in its expansion with the unveiling of its Smart Robotic Mixed … Read more