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Source: University of Auckland (UoA) Scientists at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland have discovered a previously unknown cause of high blood pressure. Researchers at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland have discovered that a small organ, linked to the brain, contributes to high blood pressure, which is expected to improve treatment in the future. … Read more
Source: PSA Women, Māori, Pacific Peoples, and disabled people fought hard for a voice in government decision-making; their Ministries must not be taken away by a government struggling with a fiscal hole of its own making, says Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi national secretary, Fleur Fitzsimons. “From the Ministry of Women, in 1984, … Read more
Source: BusinessNZ BusinessNZ Chief Economist John Pask says the divide is reflected in a range of economic indicators including export sales, employment growth, unemployment rates, house price movements, construction activity and broader business and consumer activity. Overall, however, international factors continue to influence all aspects of the economy. “At the international level, the economic outlook remains … Read more
Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace is labelling the big four power companies ‘vampires’, for an expected record payout of $1.4 billion to their shareholders. Mercury, Contact and Genesis have already announced an increase to their shareholder payouts in their annual results. The final gentailer, Meridian, is expected to confirm its increased shareholder payouts today and bring the total to $1.4 … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is modernising visa settings to attract experienced businesspeople to help grow New Zealand’s future.“The Business Investor Visa (BIV) will provide a pathway to residence for business migrants who are ready to invest in, operate and grow established businesses here,” Immigration Minister Erica Stanford says.“This new visa will bring overseas … Read more
Source: Consumer NZ Consumer NZ releases a sobering report that highlights how house insurance is becoming increasingly out of reach for New Zealanders. Consumer NZ’s report reveals that house insurance costs have risen by a staggering 916% since 2000, according to Stats NZ. Consumer calls for urgent action to prevent insurance becoming inaccessible for New … Read more
Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa The Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa is challenging the New Zealand government to support the move by Türkiye to vote to suspend Israeli membership of the United Nations. Türkiye Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has told the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation in Riyadh that Israel should be suspended from the … Read more
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) Lancelin South is setting a new standard for sustainable coastal living, with each project stage selling out quickly. Guided by renewable energy goals and resilience-based design, VIMG’s flagship development shows how large-scale communities can grow while mitigating climate risks and safeguarding long-term coastal lifestyles. Photo Courtesy of VIMG PERTH, Wash., Aug. 26, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police have seized firearms, cash, and drugs – as well as pipe bomb substances and casings – in an operation in Wellington District this week. Operation Trunk has successfully disrupted a significant supply of methamphetamine believed to be intended for the Hutt Valley community. The three-month investigation, led by the National … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HANAU, GERMANY – Newsaktuell – 26 August 2025 – VACUUMSCHMELZE (VAC), a global leader in the production of rare earth permanent magnets and Torngat Metals, a Quebec-based rare earths development company, have signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to pursue an offtake agreement for Torngat Metals to supply VAC with long-term … Read more
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — IperionX Limited (IperionX) (NASDAQ: IPX, ASX: IPX), announces that the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has obligated US$12.5 million under IperionX’s previously announced US$47.1 million award to strengthen the U.S. Defense Industrial Base by accelerating the scale-up of a resilient, low-cost, and fully-integrated U.S. … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SHENZHEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Neswire – 26 August 2025 – On August 26, 2025, Linklogis Inc. (09959.HK, “Linklogis”) released its interim results. In the first half of 2025, the total transaction volume processed by its technology solutions reached RMB 203.6 billion. The total revenue and income amounted to RMB 374.5 million. … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Forging Resilience Amid Industry Headwinds, Driving High-Quality Transformation Through Innovation and Cultural Stewardship HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Neswire – 26 August 2025 – ZJLD Group Inc. (“ZJLD” or the “Company”, together with the Company’s subsidiaries, collectively the “Group”) (SEHK stock code: 06979. HK), an outstanding representative in the Chinese baijiu … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Strengthening its ecosystem, Shopee connects affiliates and brands to help shoppers enjoy Lagi Murah and Lagi Cepat deals. KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 August 2025 – For the first time Shopee’s flagship event, Shopee House, welcomed affiliates from every channel, including Shopee Live, Shopee Video, and YouTube Shopping, … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 August 2025 – Asian Agri, through its business unit PT Indo Sepadan Jaya (PT ISJ), has signed a Commercial Operation Date (COD) agreement with PT PLN (Persero) North Sumatra Distribution Unit (PT PLN North Sumatra) to begin supplying electricity from its biogas power plant (PLTBg) … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 August 2025 – As climate change accelerates, humanity is facing a greater number of extreme weather events and environmental challenges. In this context, strengthening behavioural management related to climate change has become a central issue of our time. From countries advancing ‘dual carbon’ … Read more
Source: Amnesty International Responding to today’s caning of two men in the city of Banda Aceh for having consensual same-sex sexual relations, Amnesty International’s Regional Research Director Montse Ferrer said: “This public flogging of two young men under Aceh’s Islamic Criminal Code for consensual sex is a disturbing act of state-sanctioned discrimination and cruelty. This … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Inspector Ash Gurney, Acting Manawatu Area Commander: A man has been arrested in Levin this evening, hours after an incident reportedly involving a firearm. Police received reports of a firearm being discharged around 3:10pm today, in the vicinity of Mabel Street, Levin. Officers were on scene within minutes. There … Read more
Source: Open Polytechnic An exciting lineup of distinguished keynote speakers will share their insights and expertise at the upcoming International Council for Open and Distance Education (ICDE) conference, including leaders of the world’s largest universities, a renowned Māori academic, an international AI expert, and a programme specialist leading transformative education. Te Kuratini Tuwhera o Aotearoa Open … Read more
Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Road freight industry group Transporting New Zealand has welcomed construction work getting underway this week to replace Auckland level crossings with overbridges , but says ensuring adequate freight routes in Takanini may require further investment. The Takanini and Glen Innes projects will see eight level crossings removed and replaced by three new … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 August 2025 – Citi Hong Kong recently partnered with the FinTech Association of Hong Kong (FTAHK) and Shenzhen FinTech Association (SZFTA) to organize a specialized field trip to Shenzhen for its talented Wealth Summer Interns, providing participants with exposure to the dynamic and … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Tairāwhiti Area Commander, Inspector Danny Kirk: Gisborne Police have launched a homicide investigation following the death of a man in Mangapapa early this morning. Police were called to an address on Winter Street at around 6:50am after receiving a report of disturbance coming from the home. On arrival to … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Waitematā Police have wasted little time getting to the bottom of a ‘missing mail mystery’ in West Auckland. An investigation into a spate of parcel thefts has resulted in two arrests and seizure of a range of items this morning at a house in Glen Eden, Auckland. Detective Senior Sergeant Ryan … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 2, between Great North Road and Argyll Road, in Waipawa is blocked following vegetables spilling from a truck. Police were called the blockage at around 4:30pm today. No injuries have been reported, however the road will remain closed while clean up is underway. Motorists are advised to avoid the … Read more
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Serious charges are likely under the Fisheries Act after 3 people were stopped last night in a car containing 422 pāua taken from Kaikoura’s south coast. Fishery officers had previously stopped the car yesterday (26 August 2025) afternoon and were attempting to inspect their catch when the driver of … Read more
Source: Worksafe New Zealand 26 August 2025 New guidance to simplify safety for forestry businesses and workers has been published by WorkSafe New Zealand. Forestry had the highest fatality rate of any sector in 2024, with 16.58 deaths per 100,000 workers. The fatality rate is 20 times higher than the average for all industries. The … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden today launched the Approved Code of Practice [ACOP] for Forestry and Harvesting Operations for the forestry industry. ACOPs are practical guidelines to help people in specific sectors and industries to comply with their health and safety duties. The sector-specific ACOPs programme is one … Read more