Health and Employment – Battle for patient safety continues with more nurses strikes – NZNO

Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation Patient safety remains an absolute priority for Te Whatu Ora health workers who will strike for two days this week to have safe staffing levels enforced, NZNO says. More than 36,000 Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa New Zealand Nurses Organisation (NZNO) nurses, midwives, health care assistants and kaimahi hauora will walk … Read more

From 5 million to 695 billion – DOC reveals New Zealand’s “new population”

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  01 September 2025 In an open letter to the world and on digital billboards, which went live overnight in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch, DOC revealed it has “counted” all of nature and the total is 695 billion. Department of Conservation Director General Penny Nelson says the new population is a … Read more

Lens Technology and Rokid Usher in a New Era for AR: A Synergy of Innovation and Ecosystem Integration

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 August 2025 – The augmented reality (AR) industry is witnessing an unprecedented surge, propelled by Rokid Glasses’ record-breaking single-day sales of over 10,000 units and revenues surpassing RMB 30 million. At the forefront of this global phenomenon, Lens Technology emerges as a pivotal … Read more

Fish & Game licences refreshed to support women

Source: New Zealand Government Fish & Game New Zealand’s family fishing licences are receiving a long-overdue update to ensure both adults have equal fishing rights, Hunting and Fishing Minister James Meager has announced. From the 2025/26 angling season, both adults will be able to fish independently and have voting rights in Fish & Game elections. … Read more

Fatal crash: SH50, Tikokino

Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died following a single-vehicle crash on State Highway 50, north of Tikokino around midday today. Sadly, one person passed away at the scene.  The highway was closed for a few hours for debris removal and opened at 3pm. The Serious Crash Unit are making enquiries … Read more

Police disrupt antisocial road user behaviour in Tauranga

Source: New Zealand Police Bay of Plenty Police have intercepted and disrupted multiple planned anti-social road user gatherings overnight with arrests, impounds, and infringements issued. A significant number of anti-social road users travelled from Hamilton, Rotorua, and other areas to congregate in Tauranga for planned meet-ups. Over the course of the operation, more than 100 … Read more

Legal News – PSNA legal challenge to NZ Superfund’s investments supporting illegal Israel settlements

Source: Palestine Solidarity Network (PSNA)   The Palestine Solidarity Network has issued judicial review proceedings to challenge the New Zealand Superfund’s investments in companies helping to build or maintain illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian Territories.   The case will be heard in the Auckland High Court on 14/15 October. The named plaintiffs are … Read more

Operation Purple: Infringements, arrests in anti-social road user gathering

Source: New Zealand Police A strong Police presence in Manawatū overnight saw officers spoil the intentions of anti-social road users, and issue dozens of infringements. Operation Purple – supported by staff from Whanganui, Taranaki, Wellington, and Hawke’s Bay – saw at least 250 breath tests conducted, and successfully prevented the activity from causing potential further … Read more

Greymouth Police seeking identification of male

Source: New Zealand Police Greymouth Police are seeking the public’s help to identify the man pictured in these images. We believe he may be able to assist us with our enquiries following an assault at a restaurant, on the corner of Tainui Street and Whall Street, on Friday 8 August at around 10.45pm. If this … Read more

Greymouth Police seeking identification of male, could be from Christchurch

Source: New Zealand Police Greymouth Police are seeking the public’s help to identify the man pictured in these images, who could be from Christchurch. We believe he may be able to assist us with our enquiries following an assault at a restaurant, on the corner of Tainui Street and Whall Street, on Friday 8 August … Read more

State Highway 50 closed, Central Hawke’s Bay

Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 50 north of Tikokino, Central Hawke’s Bay, will be closed for some time following a serious crash. It involved one vehicle and happened shortly before 12:10pm. Indications are there are serious injuries. The road is expected to be closed for some time while emergency services are at the scene. … Read more

More beat officers, and fewer victims

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is continuing to track ahead of its violent crime reduction target as Police prepare to roll out more officers on the beat, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith and Police Minister Mark Mitchell say. “Police are continuing to roll out beat teams across the country, with Henderson in West Auckland the … Read more

Health – Report shows concerning signals in overdose trends – NZ Drug Foundation

Source: NZ Drug Foundation Te Puna Whakaiti Pāmamae Kai Whakapiri New data shows a concerning increase in deaths and hospitalisations from stimulant drugs like methamphetamine and cocaine amid a recent surge in consumption. The data is revealed in a new report from the NZ Drug Foundation, Drug overdoses in Aotearoa 2025, released to coincide with … Read more

Serious crash, Te Pahu Road closed in Waipa

Source: New Zealand Police Motorists should take care while driving near Karamu in the Waikatō following a serious crash. Te Pahu Road is closed after a single vehicle crash happened around 7.30pm today. Three people have suffered serious injuries and emergency services are in attendance. Motorists should expect delays and Police thank the public for … Read more

Salads recalled due to possible presence of metal filings

Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries New Zealand Food Safety is supporting Speirs Foods in its recall of a range of salad products as they may contain metal filings. Affected products are sold at Fresh Choice, New World, Pak’n Save and Woolworths supermarkets throughout New Zealand. Up-to-date information on affected products, including photographs, is available … Read more

Ingdan, Inc. (400.HK) Announces 2025 Interim Results

Source: Media Outreach Highlights of the Interim Results for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2025: Benefiting from the sustained growth in AI computing power demand, the demand for chips has grown significantly across related industries, driving the Group’s revenue up by approximately 54.5% year-on-year to RMB6,676.5 million. The Group recorded a gross profit of … Read more

Wesley Methodist School Celebrates Unity, Patriotism, and Diversity in Conjunction with National Day

Source: Media Outreach Book Launch: Voices of Patriotism and Unity – The Recipe for Malaysia’s Success KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 August 2025 – Wesley Methodist School launches a special commemorative book set, Anthology of Poems – Voices of Patriotism and Unity – The Recipe for Malaysia’s Success, a collection written … Read more

Huatai Securities’ H1 2025 Net Profit Surges Over 40%, Fueled by Tech Leadership and Global Growth

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 August 2025 – Huatai Securities (“Huatai” or “The Company”) today announced its financial results for the first half of 2025, demonstrating significant growth fueled by its strategic focus on technological innovation and integrated global financial services. Robust Revenue Growth: Total revenue grew to … Read more

Māori authorities diversifying export destinations – Stats NZ media and information release: Tatauranga umanga Māori – Statistics on Māori businesses: 2024 (English)

Māori authorities diversifying export destinations – media release 29 August 2025 Between 2017 and 2024, the total value of goods exports by Māori authorities increased by 43 percent, according to figures released by Stats NZ today.  Over the same period, New Zealand’s total goods exports increased by 32 percent.  Although the total value of exports by … Read more

2025 China International Big Data Industry Expo opens in Guiyang, China

Source: Media Outreach GUIYANG, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 August 2025 – On August 28, the 2025 China International Big Data Industry Expo opened in Guiyang, Guizhou Province. Launched in 2015, it has become the world’s premier platform for the development of big data industry. Opening ceremony venue of the 2025 China International … Read more

Police seek assistance to locate missing person: Thames-Coromandel

Source: New Zealand Police Police are still seeking the public’s help in locating Jared, who was reported missing from the Thames area on Tuesday (26 August). The 35-year-old was last seen on Sunday morning (24 August) leaving his home address on Waiomu Valley Road. Jared was heading towards the Coromandel, but he never returned home. … Read more

VCIG Secures Government and Enterprise Engagements Following ASEAN AI Summit Showcase of Full-Stack Sovereign AI and Cybersecurity Technologies

Source: Media Outreach VCI Global Advances Regional Expansion with Signed Deals and National-Level AI Initiatives Following ASEAN AI Summit KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 August 2025 – VCI Global Limited (NASDAQ: VCIG) (“VCI Global” or the “Company”), a cross-sector platform builder integrating deep technology with financial architecture to enable sovereign-ready digital … Read more

Asia’s Cultural Extravaganza, LOCAL POWER 2025 Hong Kong Fashion in Seoul Opening on 27 September in Seoul’s trendiest design hub Seongsu-dong

Source: Media Outreach 3 Cross-regional fashion events kicking off at CENTRESTAGE in Hong Kong followed by a fashion show and exhibition in Seoul Bringing together 35 units of renowned and emerging designers from Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and Korea to present over 100 creations Breaking cultural boundaries with Cantopop, K-pop and films from Hong … Read more

Debtox Collaborates with The Silver Lining to Champion Ethical and Holistic Debt Resolution

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 August 2025 – In a significant step toward reshaping how debt challenges are understood and addressed in Singapore, Debtox is proud to announce a formal collaboration with The Silver Lining, a non-profit organisation focused on helping individuals break free from destructive spending patterns and gambling … Read more

Energy Sector – Meridian and Nova finalise joint venture and financing for Te Rahui solar farm

Source: meridian Energy 29 August 2025 – Meridian Energy Limited (Meridian) and Nova Energy Limited (Nova) have completed agreements to establish a 50-50 joint venture to build and operate the 400MW Te Rahui solar farm at Rangitāiki near Taupō. The joint venture has also secured $300 million in project financing through ANZ for the first 200MW … Read more

Universities – Claims on baby food over-egg the pudding – UoA

Source: University of Auckland (UoA) Baby and toddler foods often feature misleading claims aimed at convincing parents the products are a healthy choice, new research shows. From images of fruit to claims of being ‘sugar-free’, baby foods often feature misleading claims aimed at convincing parents the products are a healthy choice, new research shows. The … Read more

Local News – Wellington metropolitan councils lodge Water Services Delivery Plan

Source: Porirua City Council Five councils – Hutt City, Porirua City, Upper Hutt City, Wellington City and Greater Wellington – have today submitted a joint water services delivery plan to the Government. The Metropolitan Wellington Water Services Delivery Plan (WSDP) is based on establishing a new multi-council-owned water organisation in partnership with Mana whenua iwi Ngāti … Read more