New Akamai-Commissioned Research Reveals GenAI is Driving “The Edge Evolution”: 80% of APAC CIOs to Rely on Edge Services by 2027 to Support AI Workloads

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Source: Media Outreach Akamai-commissioned research reports future-proofing digital business infrastructure as the top technology initiative for CEOs in Asia-Pacific organizations Leading analyst firm predicts that by 2027, 80% of CIOs will turn to edge services from cloud providers to meet the performance and compliance demands of AI inferencing 31% of enterprises have moved GenAI applications … Read more

NZ-AU: Definitive Feasibility Study Results and Reserves Upgrade Confirms Minim Martap as a Tier-One Bauxite Operation

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Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) PERTH, Australia, Sept. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — HIGHLIGHTS Ore Reserves Estimate Upgrade 33% increase in DSO (Direct Shipping Ore) grade Ore Reserves at Minim Martap to 144DMt of ore at 51.2% Al2O3 and 1.7% SiO2 over 20 year mine life High alumina grade of >51% and low silica content will command … Read more

RIYAZ International and Jin Jiang Hotels China Region Sign Strategic Partnership to Expand Cross-Border Hospitality Across Southeast Asia

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Source: Media Outreach Launch of RJJ Hotels and multiple agreements position Malaysia as the hub for regional tourism and investment growth KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 September 2025 – Malaysian-owned hospitality group, RIYAZ International Sdn. Bhd., has formalised a strategic partnership with Jin Jiang Hotels China Region to launch RJJ Hotels … Read more

Serious crash: Kahikatea Road, Dairy Flat

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Source: New Zealand Police Police are attending a serious crash involving two trucks that occurred on Kahikatea Flat Road, Dairy Flat, Auckland, around 2.35pm. One person is in a critical condition and emergency services are on-site. Road closures are in place between Kaihikatea Flat Road and the intersection of Selman and Austin Roads. Police are … Read more

Twenty two shoplifting charges laid against west Auckland woman

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Source: New Zealand Police A shoplifter who allegedly racked up a tab of thousands of dollars in stolen goods will face court tomorrow. The woman had allegedly been targeting retailers in Westgate, so much so she had become a priority offender for the National Retail Investigation Support Unit. Sergeant Julian Conder, from Waitematā West Enquiries, … Read more

AFGHANISTAN EARTHQUAKE: Rescue teams racing to the site of a devastating earthquake with hundreds dead and thousands of children potentially impacted

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Source: Save the Children Rescue teams are racing to Kunar province in eastern Afghanistan where a devastating earthquake has killed at least 600 people and injured more than 3,000 including many children with the number of casualties continuing to rise, Save the Children said [1].  Save the Children works in the affected provinces and is sending … Read more

Afghanistan Earthquake – Women and Children in Urgent Need

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Source: ChildFund New Zealand Current reports reveal over 2,800 people have been injured, with a further 800 people killed. “These numbers will probably rise as assessments continue,” says Josie Pagani, CEO of ChildFund NZ. “Assessment teams need to walk four hours or more to reach devastated communities, so it may be a while until the full scope of … Read more

BusinessNZ – Uni strategy: Renewed focus gets an ‘A’

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Source: BusinessNZ Moves announced by the Government today to modernise New Zealand’s universities will ensure graduates leave with the skills to better innovate and boost our economy, BusinessNZ says. Education, Skills and Immigration Director Rachel Simpson says BusinessNZ supports the introduction of a new tertiary education strategy that places economic growth at the centre of higher … Read more

Climate News – Spring Seasonal Climate Outlook: La Niña on its way

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Source: Earth Sciences New Zealand Highlights: –  La Niña conditions are favoured during the spring and early summer 2025-26, with a 60% chance of emergence from September – November – Alternating periods of settled weather and northeasterly flow anomalies will occur in October and November – Temperatures are equally likely to be near or above average … Read more

Kenanga Futures Launches “Futures Awaken” to Help Traders Navigate Market Volatility

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Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 September 2025 – Kenanga Futures Sdn Bhd (“Kenanga Futures“) has announced the launch of its latest nationwide campaign, “Futures Awaken”. Running until 30 November 2025, the campaign is dedicated to shaping a new generation of traders by enhancing their financial strategies and redefining … Read more

Dachser expands wine and spirits logistics services in Asia Pacific

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 September 2025 – Dachser, a global logistics provider with over 90 years of experience and more than two decades of specialized expertise in wine and spirits logistics, has expanded its service portfolio across the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. Through the expansion, Dachser Air … Read more

Mark your calendars! 2026 planned maintenance closure dates confirmed for State Highway 2 Remutaka Hill

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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Regular users of State Highway 2 Remutaka Hill have some critical dates they need to plan for. The Wellington Transport Alliance has confirmed the night closure schedule for State Highway 2 Remutaka Hill for the first half of 2026. Roxanne Hilliard, Alliance Manager, says regular users of the route should … Read more

Police appeal for sightings of Zealand Watene

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Source: New Zealand Police Whangārei Police are appealing for sightings of Zealand Watene, who was last seen by family nearly three weeks ago. Zealand, 34, was reported missing from his Kensington home on Monday, and was last seen around 13 August 2025. “It is unusual for Zealand not to stay connected with family and Police … Read more

Key milestone for new Ashburton Bridge

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Source: New Zealand Government The long-awaited second Ashburton Bridge is a step closer with the signing of a key agreement, Minister for the South Island and Associate Transport Minister James Meager has announced. “The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) has signed a contract with Fletchers Construction to progress the detailed bridge design, so that construction … Read more

Fifty-three percent of Malaysian Employees Aged 30-34 may Switch Jobs in the Next Year: Aon

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Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 September 2025 –Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, has released insights from its 2025 Malaysia Employee Benefits and Wellbeing Report, which provides a comprehensive view of the current workplace dynamics for more than 130 companies and 507 employees highlighting … Read more

Removing barriers to aquaculture growth

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Source: New Zealand Government Another piece of red tape potentially curtailing the growth of the aquaculture industry has been cut with the passing of a bill that protects marine farmers from costly consent reviews, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says.  “We’ve set the ambitious goal for the aquaculture industry to generate $3 billion in annual … Read more

Cata Debuts Game-Changing All-in-One App Platform for F&B and Retail Operators

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Source: Media Outreach Launch your own branded mobile app with omni-channel loyalty, online ordering, and CRM in days—no coding required SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 September 2025 – Cata today launches its groundbreaking commercial Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) app platform for F&B operators and retailers in Singapore and beyond. One of the world’s first, the … Read more

Further arrests made in relation to murder of Zain Taikato Fox

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Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Inspector Craig Rawlinson: A further four people have been charged in relation to the murder of a Rotorua man earlier this year. Zain Taikato Fox, aged 20, died in Rotorua Hospital of critical injuries on 28 July. In August, 12 people were charged with Zain’s murder, following extensive … Read more

International visitor numbers and spend on the rise

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Source: New Zealand Government Fresh data released today shows international visitor arrivals and spending are continuing to climb, giving a boost to our tourism sector and economy, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. “Tourism is our second highest export earner and I’m encouraged to see our tourism numbers continuing to gain in strength. “Welcoming … Read more

Agenda for September 2025 Cancer Treatments Advisory Committee (CTAC) meeting

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Source: PHARMAC Information on what the Cancer Treatments Advisory Committee (CTAC) will be considering at its half-day meeting in September 2025. Matters arising   Atezolizumab for the treatment of lung cancer The Committee will discuss correspondence from a supplier related to its recommendations on the application for atezolizumab for the adjuvant treatment of PD-L1 positive … Read more

Agenda for October 2025 Cancer Treatments Advisory Committee (CTAC) meeting

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Source: PHARMAC Information on what the Cancer Treatments Advisory Committee (CTAC) will be considering at its half-day meeting in October 2025. Applications CTAC will discuss three applications for different treatments for a type of blood cancer, diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL). Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma is a fast-growing blood cancer that starts in white blood … Read more

First Crisis Recovery Café Opens in Whanganui

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Source: New Zealand Government Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey today opened Whanganui’s new Crisis Recovery Café at Aunty’s Café, the first of six cafés being rolled out by the Government across the country. “This is about real options for support, close to home. A place to feel heard, supported, and safe. EDs are often not … Read more

First-of-its-kind FVSV workforce survey released

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Source: New Zealand Government A first-of-its-kind survey of workers in the family violence and sexual violence sector shows improvements in training and collaboration, which will lead to better victim-centred services.     Minister for the Prevention of Family and Sexual Violence Karen Chhour says the workforce survey has highlighted the importance of strong connections between the community … Read more

Maunga the motivation as conservation veteran heads to retirement

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Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  02 September 2025 Dave was born, raised, and schooled in Stratford, beneath Taranaki Maunga. He affiliates to Ngāti Mutunga, Te Atiawa, Taranaki Tūturu, Ngāti Ruanui and Maniapoto iwi – and he points to the stories told by his mother Miria and one of his grandfathers, Taikomako, of his whakapapa connecting … Read more

Police meat up with shoplifters, take them to court

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Source: New Zealand Police Three people have been arrested after being caught red-handed with a car full of meat shoplifted from Wellington supermarkets over the weekend. On Sunday, Police were notified of separate incidents having occurred at supermarkets in Island Bay and Crofton Downs, where large quantities of meat had been targeted. A vehicle of … Read more

Government to streamline regulations for events

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Source: New Zealand Government Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee outlined proposed changes to special licensing rules for the events sector, speaking at the New Zealand Events Association’s annual conference today. “This Government recognises the enormous economic, social, and cultural value of New Zealand’s events sector. To operate effectively, innovate, and plan ahead with confidence, you … Read more

Vietnam Tells Its 80-Year Journey at a World Top 10 Exhibition Venue

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Source: Media Outreach As the first event held at the newly inaugurated Vietnam Exposition Center in Hanoi, the exhibition titled “80 Years of Independence – Freedom – Happiness” has become a symbol of a modern, ambitious, and globally engaged Vietnam. HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 September 2025 – Anyone who finds themselves … Read more