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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency State Highway 28-Harwoods Road will be closed for approximately 5 weeks while work continues on a roundabout at the SH28/State Highway 5 intersection east of Tīrau. The roundabout has been under construction since August this year and the upcoming closure is necessary to safely complete the next phase of work … Read more
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 5 November 2025 – “Financial stability risks remain higher than in recent years”, says Reserve Bank Governor Christian Hawkesby in releasing the Financial Stability Report this morning. Fragmentation of global trade and finance, and ongoing uncertainty continue to present risks. Elevated global equity valuations, in areas such as tech stocks, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey has today announced the government is delivering more frontline workers and establishing new services for people in need of a better crisis response. “When someone takes the brave step of reaching out, I want that support to be there,” Mr Doocey says. “Today I’m announcing … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Legislation to protect productive farmland by limiting farm-to-forest conversions is now in place, marking a campaign promise fulfilled, Agriculture and Forestry Minister Todd McClay says. The Climate Change Response (Emissions Trading Scheme – Forestry Conversion) Amendment Act came into effect on 31 October 2025 and forest owners will notice these changes … Read more
Source: Maritime Union of New Zealand The Maritime Union of New Zealand (MUNZ) says the findings from an official inquiry on the Manahau barge grounding obtained by media show the vessel was unsuitable for conditions and have absolved crew that were blamed for the grounding. A Maritime New Zealand investigation summary obtained by media confirms MUNZ’s … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has released an investigative report showing Eden Park planning restrictions could be costing hundreds of millions of dollars in lost revenue with hundreds of fewer jobs and is inviting public feedback on proposed changes, RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop says. “Eden Park is a vital asset for Auckland and … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police continuing to investigate the shooting incident at Pukehinau Flats in Brooklyn, Wellington, on Sunday afternoon are appealing to anyone with further information to come forward. Detective Senior Sergeant Tim Leitch says Police are still to determine exactly what occurred in the lead up to the shotgun being discharged. “We do … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HANOI/ ABU DHABI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 November 2025 – The Vietnam Exposition Center (VEC) and dmg events have announced a strategic partnership and launch their first collaborative initiative – aglobal energy congress and exhibition. Operated under an exclusive brand model, this global event is expected to become a … Read more
Source: Media Outreach DÜSSELDORF, GERMANY – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 November 2025 – Global AI energy brand Conow has officially launched the next-generation home micro-energy storage system, CBE2000 Pro, priced at €1099. Combining a powerful inverter, AI-driven energy management, and modular storage design, the new model delivers an efficient, intelligent, and plug-and-play energy solution … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 November 2025 – KPMG is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the Digital Assets Forum: Policy, Market Dynamics and Institutional Adoption, held on 31 October 2025. The event convened over 200 industry leaders, regulators, and subject matter experts to explore the rapidly … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HAI PHONG, VIETNAM – Media OuReach Newswire – 4 November 2025 – Indochina Kajima, the joint venture between Indochina Capital and Kajima Corporation, and ITOCHU Corporation held a ground-breaking ceremony for Core5 Vietnam’s second industrial project in Hải Phòng at Deep C 2 Hai Phong Industrial Zone. The project will deliver approximately … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Climate Change Minister Simon Watts has released a new Assessment Framework for Carbon Removals, alongside a range of improvements to New Zealand’s climate change legislation. “The Carbon Removals Assessment Framework is a crucial step toward recognising and rewarding non-forestry carbon removals in New Zealand, unlocking new opportunities for landholders and businesses,” … Read more
Source: Save the Children Children are being killed, maimed, sexually assaulted and abducted in record numbers in conflict zones, with a new Save the Children report revealing a 30% jump in verified grave violations against children in conflict in 2024 [1]. The report showed an unprecedented 41,763 such abuses against children in conflict last year, a 30% increase … Read more
Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation The Minister of Health’s failure to appoint a nurse to the new Primary Care Advisory Group is an insult to nurses, Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa NZNO says. Simeon Brown has announced appointments to the advisory group set up to provide specialist advice on the future of primary health care. NZNO Kaiwhakahaere Kerri … Read more
Source: Media Outreach TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 November 2025 – In Hong Kong, a city celebrated for its vibrant culinary diversity, beef noodles have long been a local favorite. But a new flavor is capturing both hearts and palates: a deeply rich and aromatic Taiwanese-style braised beef noodle soup. Amid the … Read more
Source: NZ Principals Federation As they grapple with major curriculum changes and changes to the Teaching Council, school principals woke this morning to learn that the Minister plans to remove all Te Tiriti o Waitangi responsibilities from School Boards. “Schools and their Boards have enthusiastically embraced their obligations to enact Te Tiriti o Waitangi, because it … Read more
Source: Kiwis Against Seabed Mining (KASM) Reaction from Cindy Baxter, chair, Kiwis Against Seabed Mining, reaction to the government’s announced plans to change the Fast Track Approvals Act. “This is a fundamental undermining of democracy. “On behalf of tens of thousands of Kiwis, we have opposed destructive seabed mining for 20 years. The idea that … Read more
Source: NZ Principals Federation The Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand is the independent professional body for schoolteachers, and like all other professional bodies such as the Medical Association or Law Society, is responsible for setting teachers’ standards, registration criteria, code of conduct, advocating for the profession and dealing with complaints and disciplinary matters. “Education Minister … Read more
Source: Quality Valuation (QV) Dunedin City property owners will soon receive new three-yearly rating valuations by post. Updated valuations have been prepared for all 57,395 properties in the district by independent valuers Quotable Value (QV) on behalf of Dunedin City Council. They reflect the likely price a property would have sold for on 1 June … Read more
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand The large vegetation fire at Darfield is now contained. The fire started just before 10am and destroyed three structures. It was contained around 12.45pm, with the one helicopter now released and downscaling of ground crews taking place. It will take some time for the fire to be fully extinguished, with … Read more
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) Many New Zealanders take paracetamol outside the recommended dose and aren’t aware of its high potential for toxicity. Many New Zealanders take more paracetamol than recommended, because they perceive it is safe, when in fact it is a leading cause of acute liver failure, new research shows. Despite its wide availability, … Read more
Source: Te Whakarōputanga Kaitiaki Kura o Aotearoa (NZSTA) Te Whakarōpūtanga Kaitiaki Kura o Aotearoa – New Zealand School Boards Association (NZSBA) President Meredith Kennett, speaking on the behalf of the Association’s membership arm, says removing the Te Tiriti o Waitangi clause from the s127 of the Education and Training Act 2020 undermines the legal and practical … Read more
Source: Environmental Protection Authority The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) Board Chair, Barry O’Neil, has today announced the resignation of Dr Allan Freeth. Dr Freeth has informed the Board of his intention to step down from his role as Chief Executive on 30 June 2026. Barry O’Neil says this timing coincides with the end of the financial … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Part of SBC Medical Group, the clinic enhances patient experience and reinforces Singapore’s role as an aesthetic medicine hub SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 November 2025 – The Chelsea Clinic, a flagship brand of Aesthetic Healthcare Holdings (“AHH”) and part of SBC Medical Group Holdings Incorporated (Nasdaq: SBC) (“SBC Medical”), … Read more
Source: Media Outreach XTransfer, world-leading B2B Cross-Border Trade Payment Platform, is dedicated to providing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with secure, compliant, fast, convenient and low-cost foreign trade payment and fund collection solutions, significantly reducing the cost of global expansion and enhancing global competitiveness. Founded in 2017, the company is headquartered in Shanghai and has … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Napier’s new Commercial Vehicle Safety Centre (CVSC) will focus on the safety of heavy vehicle operators and ultimately improve travel efficiencies, once it’s built. Motorists travelling along Hawke’s Bay Expressway towards Prebensen Drive will now start to see work happening at the site of the new Napier CVSC building. The … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency A new connection is set to open in Tauriko with the completion of the fourth and final leg of the State Highway 29 (SH29) Redwood Lane roundabout. The roundabout, part of the Tauriko Enabling Works project, opened to traffic in May this year while work continued on the Kaweroa Drive … Read more