Events – Zero Waste Hui celebrates 25 years of mahi

Source: Zero Waste Aotearoa Zero Waste Aotearoa will celebrate 25 years of building a waste free future at the Zero Waste Aotearoa National Hui from 8-10 September. The event will be hosted at the University of Auckland/Te Taumata Rau o Tāmaki Makaurau featuring a range of fantastic speakers. “From the movement’s early voices to those … Read more

Opportunity to have say on tolling closes soon

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency People are being reminded that if they want to have their say on proposed tolling for Canterbury’s new Belfast to Pegasus Motorway and Woodend Bypass (B2P), they need to do so before the opportunity closes in a few days. The proposal is for two tolling points (or gantries) to be … Read more

Police seek assistance to identify offender

Source: New Zealand Police Police investigating an aggravated robbery in Panmure are appealing for the public’s assistance in identifying the person pictured in these CCTV images. Just before 1.30am on Tuesday 12 August, this masked offender entered an eatery on Jellicoe Road armed with a hammer. Detective Senior Sergeant Mark Greaves, Auckland City CIB, says … Read more

Endeavour Fund research to shape NZ’s future

Source: New Zealand Government A project that looks to harness the potential of supercritical geothermal energy is amongst 19 ambitious science programmes the Government is backing, Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti and Regional Development Minister Shane Jones announced today. “The Endeavour Fund backs bold ideas with the potential to strengthen our economy, … Read more

Police arrest pair after yard burglary

Source: New Zealand Police Fence hoppers trying to escape proved no barrier for Police, who arrested two men this morning for burglary. At around 3.12am, Police received a report of two men allegedly carrying out a burglary at a yard in Ōtāhuhu. “The men were allegedly rummaging through cars and an office located on the … Read more

Collapsed scaffolding had basic safety flaws

Source: Worksafe New Zealand 4 September 2025 Details of a dramatic scaffolding collapse onto a busy Auckland road have been revealed for the first time by WorkSafe New Zealand, as its court case against the company responsible draws to a close. The nine-metre-high scaffold was for townhouses being built on the boundary of the Ellerslie … Read more

Contract awarded to deliver the Ōmanawa Bridge for SH29 Tauriko West Road of National Significance

Source: New Zealand Government The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) has now awarded a contract to deliver the first phase of the State Highway 29 (SH29) Tauriko West Road of National Significance (RoNS), with the Ōmanawa Bridge replacement set to begin construction in October this year, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “Since endorsing the SH29 Tauriko … Read more

Strengthening deportation & immigration compliance

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is proposing to strengthen deportation settings and immigration compliance to help grow integrity and trust in New Zealand’s immigration system. “We know most people comply with their visa conditions and New Zealand laws while they are here. For those who do not, it’s important we have the right tools … Read more

Local Water Done Well plans to reduce costs

Source: New Zealand Government Councils have gotten behind Local Water Done Well by submitting their water services delivery plans on time, laying out how they intend to ensure good quality, cost effective water services for their ratepayers, Local Government Minister Simon Watts says. “This Government knows that addressing the scale and urgency of the water … Read more

Cardrona Valley Road open following crash yesterday

Source: New Zealand Police Cardrona Valley Road has re-opened following a serious crash yesterday afternoon. One person was critically injured, two people sustained serious injuries and a further two sustained moderate injuries. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing, and Police are advising motorists that the road will be reduced to one lane … Read more

Luxshare Precision Announces 2025 Interim Results, IPO in Hong Kong Further Expands Global Competitiveness

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2025 – Luxshare Precision (002475.SZ) released its 2025 Interim Report at the end of last month. Under the complex and ever-changing global economic environment, the company still maintained a steady growth. The report shows that the company achieved growth in both revenue … Read more

Body found in search for missing man, Thames

Source: New Zealand Police Police searching for missing man Jared have located a body in the Coromandel area. The body was located yesterday evening while searching near the Coromandel Peninsula. While formal identification is yet to take place, it is believed to be that of the missing 35-year-old. Police’s thoughts and sympathies go out to … Read more

McLaren Racing Announces Trend Micro as an Official Partner of the McLaren Formula 1 Team

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2025 – Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cybersecurity leader, has been named an Official Partner of the McLaren Formula 1 Team for the remainder of the 2025 season and beyond. Trend is helping fast-paced organisations like McLaren Racing … Read more

Energy Sector – Electricity Authority lodges formal complaints over alleged Code breaches

Source: Electricity Authority The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko (Authority) has lodged two separate formal complaints with the Rulings Panel alleging a breach of the Electricity Industry Participation Code 2010 (Code) by grid owner Transpower and retailer South Pacific Energy Limited. The Code sets out the duties and responsibilities for all participants in New Zealand’s electricity … Read more

MyRepublic Launches AI Automation Box, An Industry-First Plug-and-Play AI Server That Lets SMEs Automate Their Business

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2025 – MyRepublic today announced the launch of the AI Automation Box, a plug-and-play AI automation server designed for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The solution enables businesses to deploy and manage AI-powered workflows quickly and cost-effectively, without requiring dedicated engineering resources or external … Read more

Aon Study Highlights Strategic Wellbeing Imperatives for Chinese Insurers to Build Capability and Address Medical Inflation Costs

Source: Media Outreach Only one-third of insurers in China provide mental health services, despite rising demand Fifty percent of insurers see personalisation as key to the success of health and wellbeing programs SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2025 – Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, released insights from … Read more

Cardrona Valley Road, Wānaka, closed

Source: New Zealand Police Cardrona Valley Road, south of Wānaka, is closed due to a serious crash. At around 4pm emergency services received reports of the multiple-vehicle crash. Police are in attendance and diversions are being set up. Initial reports suggest that there are serious injuries. Motorists should delay or avoid travel through the area … Read more

Statement on FRB/asbestos

Source: Worksafe New Zealand 3 September 2025 On 30 June 2025, WorkSafe was notified of a potential health risk involving imported materials, which may contain asbestos, used in the production of fire safety doors. In response, we alerted the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), which is coordinating with other government agencies, and commenced … Read more

Health – IHC welcomes disability change

Source: IHC IHC is welcoming today’s announced changes to the disability system that will make it more consistent, transparent, sustainable and fair. The Government has announced a raft of changes that include consistency for Needs Assessments across the country and greater flexibility for individualised funding while holding firm on Enabling Good Lives principles. IHC’s Director … Read more

Health and Employment – Te Whatu Ora sorry for evading safe staffing data contradicting its claims

Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation Te Whatu Ora has today apologised to NZNO for acting “unreasonably” over the release of safe staffing data which contradicts its claims hospitals aren’t short-staffed. Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa New Zealand Nurses Organisation (NZNO) strategic researcher Nathalie Jaques says the data shows what members are saying. “Our members are telling … Read more

Export Regs – DCANZ welcomes streamlined export regulations

Source: Dairy Companies Association of New Zealand (DCANZ) The Dairy Companies Association of New Zealand (DCANZ) says the New Zealand economy will benefit from today’s announced streamlining of regulatory approaches for dairy exports. The Government announced the removal of a requirement that dairy exporters must obtain gazetted exemptions for their products from domestic compositional standards when … Read more

BusinessNZ – Exactly what it says on the tin: Food exporting simplified

Source: BusinessNZ Today’s announcement from government to reduce regulatory red tape for exporters means competing on the world stage will soon be easier for some Kiwi businesses. By the end of the month, food exporters will no longer need to apply for exemptions from New Zealand rules if their products already meet the importing country’s requirements. … Read more

Natural health sector welcomes commitment to unlock dietary supplement exports

Source: Natural Health Products NZ Natural Health Products NZ has welcomed the Government’s decision to slash red tape for food exporters and is encouraged that dietary supplements have been identified as the next priority for reform. “This is exactly the kind of practical, business-friendly approach our sector needs,” says Natural Health Products NZ spokesperson Samantha Gray. … Read more

Trusted by Millions: FBS Wins Best Islamic Forex Broker Asia 2025

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2025 – FBS, a leading global broker, announces its latest recognition as the Best Islamic Forex Broker Asia 2025. The BRM awards highlight FBS’s ongoing commitment to creating trading conditions that respect clients’ values while ensuring the highest standards of safety, fairness, and responsibility. … Read more

Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship Supercharges NSS in Global Chip Race

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2025 – Malaysia’s semiconductor ambitions are moving in step with its role as ASEAN chair, with investment momentum signalling a larger regional shift in the global chip supply chain. In the first half of 2025, the country secured RM190.3 billion (USD45.2 billion) … Read more

Franklin Templeton celebrates 35th anniversary in Singapore

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2025 – Franklin Templeton, one of the world’s largest global asset managers, is celebrating 35 years of serving clients in Singapore, highlighting its long-standing commitment to delivering world class investment solutions in the country. [From left to right] Manraj Sekhon, Chief Investment Officer of … Read more

Northbound lane of State Highway 2 near Upper Hutt closed following crash

Source: New Zealand Police The northbound lane of State Highway 2 near Upper Hutt is closed at the intersection with Totara Park Road following a crash.  The crash, involving two cars, was reported to Police at 12.40pm. One person is reported to have sustained serious injuries and one person minor injuries. The road is expected … Read more