Insurance Sector – Insurance accessibility key as Government reviews natural hazards levy

Source: Insurance Council of NZ Keeping insurance accessible is a key consideration as the Government reviews the Natural Hazards Commission (NHC) levy amid ongoing cost-of-living pressures for Kiwis. A survey commissioned by the Insurance Council of New Zealand | Te Kāhui Inihua o Aotearoa (ICNZ) found New Zealanders are torn on paying more to ensure the … Read more

Employment – BusinessNZ welcomes new seasonal and global workforce visas

Source: BusinessNZ BusinessNZ has welcomed today’s announcement by Immigration Minister Erica Stanford introducing two new seasonal visa pathways – the Global Workforce Seasonal Visa and the Peak Seasonal Visa – as a pragmatic step to better match immigration settings with business needs. BusinessNZ Chief Executive Katherine Rich says the new visa categories are a smart evolution … Read more

Advocacy – New Zealand urged to follow German lead and end military support for Israel – PSNZ

Source: Palestinian Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) PSNA is urging the government to follow Germany’s lead and suspend New Zealand military support for Israel to continue its mass killing and mass starvation of Palestinians in Gaza. Germany and New Zealand were two of the countries to sign a letter yesterday condemning Israel’s plans to extend its … Read more

Sudden death, Tamaki Drive, Parnell

Source: New Zealand Police A man has died after being pulled from the water on Tamaki Drive, Parnell, this afternoon. Emergency services were notified about 3.35pm that the man had gone into the water from a boat at the marina. Sadly, he was not able to be revived, and died at the scene. His death … Read more

Crash blocking Pembroke Road, Egmont National Park

Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services have been called to Pembroke Road, Egmont National Park, after a report of several vehicles sliding on ice and coming off the road. There are no indications of any injuries, however the road is currently extremely icy and will be closed. Motorists should avoid the area if possible. ENDS … Read more

Two new seasonal work visas to grow economy

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is introducing two new seasonal visa pathways to help New Zealand businesses access the workers they need during peak periods, while also prioritising jobs for New Zealanders.  “We know the success of our seasonal industries is critical to growing the economy. These new visas will make it easier for … Read more

Jurassic World: The Experience, A New Immersive Walk-Through Experience Opens In Bangkok At Asiatique The Riverfront Destination

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 August 2025 – Jurassic World: The Experience has officially opened its gates at Asiatique The Riverfront Destination to explorers who have been eagerly awaiting their first opportunity to step foot inside Jurassic World and get closer to life-sized dinosaurs than ever before. Asset World … Read more

Serious crash, Broadlands

Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are attending a serious single-vehicle crash on Broadlands Road, between Ohaaki and Allen Roads, Rotorua.  Police were alerted about 5.55pm.  Initial indications are there have been serious injuries.  The road will be closed, with diversions in place. Motorists should avoid the area if possible. ENDS  Issued by Police Media … Read more

PM Luxon concludes successful Aus-NZ meeting

Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has met his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese today in Queenstown. “It’s an absolute pleasure to welcome my great mate Anthony to the jewel in the crown of New Zealand’s scenic beauty. I’m looking forward to spending more time with him and Jodie, enjoying the best Queenstown has … Read more

HK-listed IVD Medical Invests HK$149M in Ethereum through HashKey Exchange

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 August 2025 – HashKey Exchange, Hong Kong’s largest * licensed virtual asset trading platform, has entered into a strategic partnership with IVD Medical Holdings Limited (1931.HK), a publicly listed company on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. The two parties will collaborate to advance … Read more

Fatal crash, SH 23, Whatawhata

Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died in the crash on State Highway 23 near Whatawhata this morning. Emergency services were called to the scene after a car crashed into a tree near Ferguson Road around 9.10 am. Two other people have serious injuries, and one person has a minor injury. … Read more

Minister launches mental health campaign

Source: New Zealand Government Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey today announced a national promotion campaign focused on getting Kiwis to Top Up with everyday actions that promote better mental health. “The Top Up campaign uses the evidence-based 5 Ways to Wellbeing because we know it makes a difference in the lives of many New Zealanders. … Read more

Serious crash, SH 23, Whatawhata

Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 23 in Whatawhata is closed following a serious crash. The single-vehicle crashed happened about 9:10am, near the intersection with Ferguson Road. Indication are there are serious to critical injuries involved. The highway will be closed while emergency services work at the scene. ENDS MIL OSI

More cancer patients in Taupō getting treatment closer to home

Source: New Zealand Government More cancer patients in the Taupō region can now receive treatment closer to home, following an expansion of chemotherapy services at Taupō Hospital, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “For the first time in over 20 years, Taupō Hospital’s chemotherapy clinic has doubled its operating days and now runs two days a … Read more

DXP Ngā Kete

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 26 November 2024 Last updated 26 November 2024 Print Share This page explains what DXP Ngā Kete is, what it is used for, when you should use it and how to access it. User guides, instructional videos and other resources are available in the User Guides section of DXP … Read more

Eligibility – Equity Fund

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 23 February 2024 Last updated 23 February 2024 Print Share This page sets out the eligibility criteria for receiving funding from the Equity Fund. This page sets out the eligibility criteria for receiving funding from the Equity Fund. For the full eligibility requirements, see the Equity funding conditions at … Read more

First-year Fees Free

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 31 October 2024 Last updated 31 October 2024 Print Share The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) administers the first-year Fees Free Tertiary Education and Training (Fees Free) policy. The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) administers the first-year Fees Free Tertiary Education and Training (Fees Free) policy. The Government has announced that … Read more

Implementing Key Information for Students – guide

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 10 January 2020 Last updated 10 January 2020 Print Share This page is a one-stop shop of guides, hand-outs, documents and up-to-date frequently asked questions (FAQs) for both publishing options of the Key Information for Students (KIS). This page is a one-stop shop of guides, hand-outs, documents and up-to-date frequently … Read more

How, who and what we fund

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 15 February 2023 Last updated 15 February 2023 Print Share Each year, we invest over $3.3 billion in tertiary education. This page outlines how, who and what we fund. Each year, we invest over $3.3 billion in tertiary education. This page outlines how, who and what we fund. Our … Read more

Key Information for Students – initiation

Source: Tertiary Education Commission   The KIS makes key information available to learners so that they have access to consistent information about qualifications, and can make more informed tertiary education study decisions.  Guides and more information Detailed information and frequently asked questions are contained in the documents on the KIS guides and FAQs page.  Who publishes … Read more

Key Information for Students – information for TEOs

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 10 January 2020 Last updated 10 January 2020 Print Share Learners tell us making decisions about studying can be difficult because consistent information on qualifications and tertiary providers is hard to find and not easily comparable.  Learners tell us making decisions about studying can be difficult because consistent information … Read more

Apprenticeship Boost

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Apprenticeship Boost payments are available through the Ministry of Social Development (MSD). Payments are made directly to employers to incentivise them to take on new apprentices. From 1 January 2025, employers can receive up to 12 months of support per eligible apprentice. Payments are currently $500 per month (excluding GST). The … Read more

Bora Pharmaceuticals 2Q25 Operating Margin Expanded 5 Percentage Points, Reaching Quarterly High Since The Start of Integration in 4Q24; Strong Momentum Poised to Accelerate in 2H25 As Operational Efficiency Gains Materialize

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 August 2025 – Bora Pharmaceuticals (TWSE: 6472) today announced its financial results and operational highlights for second quarter of 2025. Quarterly Business and Financial Highlights · Company reported quarterly basic EPS of NT$5.95, with NT$1.81 from discontinued operations. OPEX was ~15% below guidance, … Read more

OPPO Celebrates SG60 with Local Communities, Inspiring Singaporeans to Reconnect Through Creativity and Technology

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 August 2025 – In celebration of Singapore’s 60th birthday, OPPO Singapore has launched its vibrant SG60 campaign, a multi-dimensional initiative designed to honour this milestone through youth creativity, technology, and community engagement. As a flagship component of the campaign and part of the OPPO LUMO … Read more

Dusit International expands Saudi portfolio with new dusitD2 resort in Al Ahsa

Source: Media Outreach RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 August 2025 – Dusit International has signed a hotel management agreement with Al Ghadeer Group to operate dusitD2 Al Ahsa – a new upper-upscale resort in the heart of Al Ahsa Oasis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the eastern part of the … Read more

Police Association: Canterbury restructure “robbing Peter to pay Paul”

Source: NZ Police Association The New Zealand Police Association acknowledges the Police proposal for significant strategic realignment of policing resources across the Canterbury district but believes it has not met the test of balancing the demands of increasing populations in some areas with the needs of communities which will lose officers and vital Police support staff.  … Read more

Cyberport Leads Start-ups to MyFintech Week in Malaysia

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 August 2025 – Cyberport led a delegation of its FinTech start-ups to participate in MyFintech Week 2025 (MyFW 2025), held in Kuala Lumpur from 4 to 7 August. During the event, Cyberport witnessed its community start-ups signing multiple Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) with … Read more