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Source: Tax Justice Aotearoa The announcement by the Minister of Transport today of the privatisation of road user charge collection has been challenged by Tax Justice Aotearoa as undermining the integrity of the revenue gathering system. “We are deeply concerned by this initiative as using the power of the state to require citizens to pay … Read more
Source: Faire Platform’s Continued International Growth Unlocks New Opportunities for Independent Retailers and Brands Around the Globe SAN FRANCISCO – Faire, the leading online wholesale platform, today announced its expansion into New Zealand and 14 additional countries across Europe, making its global network of curated brands and powerful business tools available to independent retailers across … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Joachim Hanssen appointed Chief Executive Officer, Asia Pacific (APAC), effective August 1, 2025 Alberto Martinez appointed Chief Executive Officer, Europe (EU), effective October 1, 2025 Renee Toh to succeed Martinez as Vice President Global Ocean Freight, effective September 25, 2025 SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 August 2025 – The Rhenus … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Two-thirds (66%) of Australians welcome technology for improved care, but more than half (53%) are concerned it will mean less face time with their doctor. Three in four (74%) Australian healthcare professionals report losing clinical time due to incomplete or inaccessible patient data, with one fifth of these (19%) losing over 45 … Read more
Source: Media Outreach TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 August 2025 – To strengthen Taipei’s visibility and competitiveness in the Singapore and Malaysia travel markets, the Department of Information and Tourism, Taipei City Government, in collaboration with the governments of New Taipei, Keelung, and Taoyuan, partnered with tourism industry representatives from northern Taiwan … Read more
Source: Media Outreach TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 August 2025 – In July, the Department of Information and Tourism, Taipei City Government visited Malaysia to promote Taipei as a travel destination under the theme “All in Taipei, Made for You.” The campaign received enthusiastic responses from Malaysian travel professionals and media, underscoring … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police are seeking witnesses to a serious crash in Kaikohe this afternoon, which has resulted in the death of a child. Emergency services responded to the two-car crash at the intersection of Hillcrest and Orrs Roads just after midday. Detective Senior Sergeant Christan Fouhy, from Far North CIB, says a family … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 August 2025 – LHN Energy Resources, a leading provider of renewable energy solutions, is proud to announce the completion of solar carport installation at Goldhill Plaza’s open space car park. This new initiative, part of a strategic collaboration with LHN Parking, aims to provide a … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Helping businesses ensure e-invoicing compliance and improved accuracy in their GST filing SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 August 2025 – Zoho Corporation, a global technology company, today launched the Singapore edition of Zoho Books, cloud-based accounting software to help businesses simplify GST and e-invoicing compliance. This launch includes the Singapore … Read more
Source: Alzheimers New Zealand Alzheimers NZ welcomes the update today from Health NZ on the long overdue review of Aotearoa New Zealand’s aged care system as well as two related reports. Chief Executive Catherine Hall says the reports reinforce the size and scale of the challenge facing the health sector as a result of our rapidly … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Project Juara charts way forward for all stakeholders to capture tokenisation opportunities and drive financial transformation in Malaysia. KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 August 2025 – Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad (“Kenanga Group“), Saison Capital Pte Ltd, Helicap Labs Pte Ltd (“HELIX“) and Satori Research Ltd, today announced the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police are continuing enquiries into a man’s death at a Mt Wellington reserve early this morning. We are continuing to conduct enquiries on behalf of the Coroner. A post-mortem examination will now place tomorrow, which will inform any next steps in our enquiries. Today, Police also completed a scene examination at … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Inspector Darryl Smith: Two men have appeared in Hamilton District Court today charged with the murder of Tyreece Te Pairi in Hamilton CBD on 20 July. The pair, both aged 19, were arrested at addresses in Hamilton and South Auckland last evening (Tuesday). They have been remanded in … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency State Highway 6 Rocks Road will be closed tomorrow (Thursday 7 August), while contractors carry out emergency work on the slip site. The closure is scheduled to be in place between 10 am and 4 pm. The highway is expected to reopen around 4 pm. An update will be provided … Read more
Source: Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa “Fool around and find out!” That’s the advice from Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa – but only when it comes to their new online game, ‘Wheel of Fertility’. Available now on the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa website, ‘Wheel of Fertility’ provides the chance to explore your options online without real world consequences. The interactive game … Read more
Source: ChildFund New Zealand ChildFund New Zealand welcomes the return of Celebrity Treasure Island to TVNZ, after actor and musician JP Foliaki won last year, and donated his winnings to water projects in the Pacific. “When JP won, there were celebrations across the Pacific – from Kiribati to Solomon Islands,” says CEO of ChildFund, Josie Pagani. … Read more
Source: PSA The Government’s plan to privatise the collection of Road User Charges, at the same time as moving all vehicles on to the system, risks adding to the cost of living for New Zealanders, the PSA says. Fleur Fitzsimons, National Secretary for the Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi says “it is concerning … Read more
Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace spokesperson Amanda Larsson says “Top of the list of hazards should be the Government’s own policies, which are driving us closer to climate disaster. “Ironically, this briefing was released only days after Luxon quite literally poured more fuel on the fire of climate change by overturning the offshore oil and gas ban.” Luxon’s … Read more
Source: Earth Sciences New Zealand New Zealand has recorded its 4th-warmest July since records began in 1909, according to the Earth Sciences New Zealand (formerly NIWA) latest Monthly Climate Summary. The mild start to winter for most of the country in June continued through July, with the nationwide average temperature of 9.2°C. for July being 1.1°C … Read more
Source: NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi New data released by Statistics New Zealand shows that unemployment has increased to 5.2%, meaning that there are 158,000 people unemployed in New Zealand, and that wages are not keeping up with rising costs. “Unemployment has increased 28% since the Government took office. They have no plan to bring the numbers … Read more
Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand National road freight association Transporting New Zealand has welcomed Transport Minister Chris Bishop’s announcement this morning about modernising the Road User Charges (RUC) system, ahead of transitioning to universal RUC at a later date. The announced changes will enable greater and more flexible use of technology, and private sector provision of … Read more
Source: Charter School Agency New charter schools approved – Two new charter schools – one focusing on Māori education and the other on nature-based learning – will open in term one next year, Charter School Agency Chief Executive Jane Lee says. “Sponsors of these two new schools have been approved by the Authorisation Board. When the schools … Read more
Source: Brainchild PR for RealEstate.co.nz Supply of rental properties has surged in Dunedin City, Wellington City, Palmerston North City and Hamilton City Dunedin City recorded a 12.2% year-on-year average rental price increase to $709/week Despite an influx of rental properties in key university towns, students are potentially paying more to secure accommodation in some cities. … Read more
Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace says moves to weaken ocean protection through dodgy fisheries “reforms” will be met with strong opposition, as Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones announces he wants to proceed with a raft of proposed changes to fisheries laws. The controversial changes are some of the largest in decades, and would restrict public access to … Read more
Source: Media Outreach JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 August 2025 – Guizhou, a province renowned not only for the majestic Huangguoshu Waterfall and the mystical Mount Fanjing, is now more accessible than ever thanks to China’s 240-hour visa-free transit policy. This initiative offers greater convenience for international travelers seeking to explore the … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 August 2025 – Aspire, a leading all-in-one finance platform for modern businesses, has lowered its foreign exchange fees further to help entrepreneurs reduce costs and scale globally without compromising their runway. With this latest adjustment, Aspire now offers one of the lowest FX rates in … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Investigators are still working on holding all those involved in the violent murder of Kyle Whorrall at an Auckland bus stop to account. Kyle, a 33-year-old US national, was tragically killed in St Johns on 19 April 2025 during Easter Weekend. Two people remain before the court after being arrested by … Read more