Opportunity for feedback on hospital roading changes ending soon

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency People are being encouraged to have their say on proposed roading changes around the new Dunedin Hospital before the opportunity for feedback closes next week. Earlier this month, New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) released its proposed changes to State Highway 1 Cumberland Street and State Highway 88 St … Read more

Construction to start on new average safety cameras in Northland

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) will begin construction on a set of average speed safety cameras to improve safety on Kaitaia-Awaroa Road in Northland, from next Monday 28 July. NZTA Auckland and Northland Director of Regional Relationships, Steve Mutton, says the safety cameras aim to significantly reduce the number … Read more

Next steps for state highway recovery and repairs in the top of the South

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Planning is underway for recovery work on state highways in the top of the South Island. The region’s highways have taken a battering from two recent bad weather events, with key routes in Nelson/Tasman and Marlborough affected. Mark Owen, Regional Manager for the Lower North Island/Top of the South, says … Read more

AUPU’s ARCHIDEX 2025 Triumph: Redefining Home Comfort in SE Asia

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 July 2025 – ARCHIDEX 2025 wasn’t just an exhibition—it was a statement. AUPU, a global leader in home comfort tech, solidified its position as an innovator at the 24th edition of Kuala Lumpur’s premier architecture and design show, with a showcase that underscored … Read more

Advocacy – Statement of Concern and Clarification Regarding the “Harmony Accord”

Source: Maher Nazzal To the respected Muslim community across New Zealand, As-salāmu ʿalaykum wa raḥmatullāhi wa barakātuh, FIANZ is scheduled (22nd July 2025) to sign an agreement referred to as the Harmony Accord on behalf of the Muslim community in New Zealand, with two Jewish organisations, one of which is publicly aligned with pro-Zionist positions. … Read more

Advocacy – Palestine Forum of New Zealand Statement – Not In Our Name

Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand Not In Our Name – While our brothers and sisters in Gaza collapse from starvation and babies are dying for lack of milk, we are deeply shocked and dismayed by the recent signing of the so-called “Harmony Accord.” This agreement, signed in our community’s name yet without our full … Read more

Workplace Safety – Road freight body welcomes steady decline in workplace injuries

Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Road freight body welcomes steady decline in workplace injuries Transporting New Zealand is welcoming a decline in road freight transport workplace injuries, saying it shows industry commitment to health and safety improvements. Data released by ACC shows that annual injury claims have fallen by 35 per cent between 2018 and … Read more

Learning webinars to assist tertiary teaching online in New Zealand

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 28 August 2020 Last updated 28 August 2020 Print Share In these recorded webinars, New Zealand and Australian experts share their knowledge to enhance the quality of your online teaching practice. In these recorded webinars, New Zealand and Australian experts share their knowledge to enhance the quality of your … Read more

Disability Action Plans

Source: Tertiary Education Commission The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) expects TEOs to take a proactive approach to improving outcomes for disabled learners. TEOs are required to develop and submit a Disability Action Plan (DAP) or DAP progress update as part of their Investment Plans. As most TEOs have now submitted a DAP, the focus has … Read more

Learner Success Diagnostic Tool Participants’ Guide text

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Version 1.0 Introduction Taking part in the sessions Steps in the tool What happens after using the tool Feedback Introduction Background to the LSDT The LSDT is an integral part of the learner success approach. The tool is intended to be used by your organisation to undertake a self-assessment of your … Read more

Consumer NZ – Price it right: Consumer NZ launches campaign to stop misleading supermarket pricing

Source: Consumer NZ A new petition calls for a mandatory supermarket pricing accuracy code, automatic compensation and tougher penalties. Consumer NZ has launched a new campaign – Price it right – calling on the government to crack down on misleading supermarket pricing practices that are costing shoppers tens of millions of dollars a year across … Read more

Advocacy – Peters fails again – time for real action on Occupied Gaza – PSNA

Source:  Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA)   The Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa says New Zealand’s signature on a joint statement of 25 countries on Gaza is meaningless without concrete action.   PSNA Co-Chair John Minto says Peters’ statements in the media this morning, fall well short of the condemnation in the joint statement, and are what … Read more

Advocacy – Nicola Willis urged to step in now to get Kiwi food aid to Gaza – PSNZ

Source: Palestinian Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA)   PSNA is urging the government to step in and require Paypal to refund money it refuses to pass on starving families in Occupied Gaza.   Paypal has been freezing accounts which send money to Occupied Gaza – the latest being the account of Wellington-based writer “Emily Writes” who has posted … Read more

Economy – Current Economic Decline driven by Constrained Liquidity – Trend Analysis Network

Source: Trend Analysis Network New Zealand’s economy is showing signs of strain, and a growing body of evidence points to liquidity shortages and over manipulated interest rates as key culprits. While global macroeconomic policies and domestic shifts play some part, the Reserve Bank’s aggressive interest rate strategy may have overcorrected, leaving the economy with limited liquidity. The Reserve Bank of … Read more

Health – ProCare welcomes announcement of new Waikato medical school as a commitment to strengthening primary care workforce

Source: ProCare Leading healthcare provider, ProCare, warmly welcomes the announcement from Health Minister Simeon Brown and Universities Minister Dr Shane Reti that Cabinet has approved the establishment of a new medical school at the University of Waikato. While the school won’t open until 2028, the announcement includes a strong focus on primary care and rural … Read more

Updated guidance for suspected quarantinable disease on domestic and international vessels

Source: Maritime New Zealand Health New Zealand, working with New Zealand Customs and Maritime NZ, has updated “Vessel Management Framework: Guidance for managing maritime vessels when a quarantinable disease is suspected or known to be on board.” You’ll find it on our ports and harbours page. The Vessel Management Framework has been created for port … Read more

Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane Marks Six-Month Milestone

Source: Media Outreach Strategically located next to The Gabba, the 110-room property affirms Swiss-Belhotel International’s growing footprint in Australia BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 July 2025 – Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane has successfully reached its six-month milestone, affirming its position as a key player in the city’s upscale hotel segment. Since opening in December … Read more

Planting the seeds of community at Gordon Park

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  22 July 2025 Situated just outside the town, the remnant kahikatea forest of Gordon Park Scenic Reserve is unique in the Whanganui area and beloved by many people in the community. Department of Conservation Community Ranger Hēmi Stuteley says the new car park, fencing, and a planned picnic area will … Read more

TEC-funded tertiary education data

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 21 March 2025 Last updated 21 March 2025 Print Share This page has information on the latest delivery volume and funding details for our main funds. This page has information on the latest delivery volume and funding details for our main funds. The spreadsheet below shows Tertiary Education Commission … Read more

Female technician completes EV training at EIT

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 25 seconds ago A female technician at Andrew Simms Motor Group in Auckland has completed electric vehicle training through EIT to meet growing demand in the workshop. Lezani Oosthuizen-Meyer, who joined the dealership in 2023, recently completed the NZ Certificate in Electric Vehicle Automotive Engineering [Level 5] through EIT via … Read more

Pharmac continues to engage with consumers

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour welcomes the establishment of Pharmac’s new consumer working group to help Pharmac help reset how it works with health consumers. “For many New Zealanders, funding for pharmaceuticals is life or death, or the difference between a life of pain and suffering or living freely,” Mr Seymour … Read more

Planning for end of greyhound racing proceeds

Source: New Zealand Government Planning for the intended ending of greyhound racing in New Zealand is moving forward with animal welfare paramount while also managing the uncertainty for those in the industry, Racing Minister Winston Peters says. “We welcome the interim report by the Ministerial Advisory Committee appointed to help plan the intended transition away … Read more

Shanghai Healthcare M&A Fund Strategically Acquires Chengdu Kanghua Biological, Establishing a Fully Integrated Ecosystem

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 July 2025 – Chengdu Kanghua Biological Products Co., Ltd. (Stock Code: 300841.SZ) announced that Shanghai Healthcare M&A Fund (“the M&A Fund”) intends to acquire the Company through a strategic agreement. Leveraging its substantial resource and financial strength, the M&A Fund plans to support … Read more

Annual inflation at 2.7 percent in June 2025 – Stats NZ media and information release: Consumers price index: June 2025 quarter

Post navigation Archives Annual inflation at 2.7 percent in June 2025 – media release 21 July 2025 Aotearoa New Zealand’s consumers price index (CPI) increased 2.7 percent in the 12 months to the June 2025 quarter, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. The 2.7 percent increase follows a 2.5 percent annual increase in … Read more

Sahm Capital Ignites Financial Ambition in University Students with “Investing 101” Masterclass

Source: Media Outreach Interactive lecture empowers the next generation of Saudi investors with practical tools, confidence, and real-time trading activation RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 July 2025 – Sahm Capital empowered Alfaisal University students through its on-campus masterclass, “Investing 101: How to Start Trading & Build Wealth Intelligently.” Led by Huma … Read more

V-Green introduces EV charging station partnership opportunities in the Philippines: Stable Revenue – Zero Risk – Breakthrough Potential

Source: Media Outreach MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 July 2025 – As Southeast Asia’s electric vehicle (EV) market enters a phase of rapid expansion, V-Green Global Charging Station Development JSC announces the launch of its EV charging station partnership model in the Philippines. This initiative offers landowners and business owners an attractive … Read more

Southeast Asia’s First Smart Battery Swapping Station Officially Launched: U Power Accelerates EV Ecosystem Across Three Continents

Source: Media Outreach Hong Kong’s first station leads East Asia; Portugal and Peru mark U Power’s entry into Europe and South America PHUKET, THAILAND – EQS Newswire – 21 July 2025 – U Power Limited (Nasdaq: UCAR) and UNEX EV B.V. (hereinafter “UNEX EV”) today co-hosted the grand inauguration ceremony of Southeast Asia’s first smart … Read more