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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 August 2025 – HMLY, an established provider of packaging and design as well as warehousing and storage solutions, has announced the renewal and continued attainment of internationally recognised certifications, marking 16 consecutive years of ISO accreditation. This milestone reflects the company’s ongoing adherence to quality, … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 19 August 2025 Both huts have mattresses, water supply, toilets, heating, and cooking facilities, and Waihohonu Hut will have full-time wardens through the summer. DOC Tongariro Senior Ranger Heritage and Visitors Jenny Hayward says it’s a great opportunity for families to have overnight adventures in one of New Zealand’s most … Read more
Source: Federated Farmers North Canterbury may have grabbed most of the headlines so far for speaking up about proposed police cuts – but farmers further south are just as concerned. Federated Farmers vice president Colin Hurst says farmers and others in his community of Waimate are deeply disappointed by the proposals. “We’ve had a good working … Read more
Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 August 2025 – Malaysians use approximately 9 billion plastic bags every year, including trash bags that are difficult to fully decompose. Over time, these break down into microplastics, increasing the risk of microplastic ingestion among locals and making Malaysia the country with the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) The Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) has for the first time deployed its MC-12K King Air aircraft to Fiji to conduct maritime surveillance patrols, working with Fiji Government officials targeting illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing activities and transnational organised crime. New Zealand and Fiji engage frequently on … Read more
Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) The Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa is planning more protests on what it calls Winston Peters’ failed policy on Gaza. PSNA has announced it is joining an International Day of Action for Palestine on 6th September. PSNA Co-Chair, John Minto says there was “an incredible show of marches and rallies … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police are renewing their appeal for information on the whereabouts of Michael Tautari who has a Warrant to Arrest. The 27-year-old is wanted by Police for breaching release conditions and we believe someone may have information on his whereabouts. Tautari is known to frequent the wider Auckland and Waikato regions and … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is delivering a Writing Action Plan to supercharge writing achievement and better set Kiwi kids up for success. New baseline data collected in 2024, prior to this year’s introduction of the new English curriculum and structured literacy supports, shows writing achievement declines as a child progresses through school. 41 … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police The Coastal Highway/SH60 near Mapua Drive is closed following a crash at 11:48am today. Emergency services are currently responding to the two-vehicle crash. Initial indicators are that people have sustained moderate injuries. Motorists are advised to avoid the area where possible and expect delays. ENDS MIL OSI
Source: New Zealand Government Annual performance statistics released today show Medsafe following my direction and approving new medicines faster than last year, which was faster than the year before, and there is more to come with the Rule of Two and AI, Associate Health Minister David Seymour says. “New Zealanders need a smarter, more efficient … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 19 August 2025 The puppies, estimated to be about six weeks old at the time, were discovered by a member of the public on Monday 10 August. Aside from the disregard for the puppies’ welfare, releasing pets or other animals on to conservation land is an offence under the Conservation … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The latest New Zealand Conservation Authority and Conservation Board appointments will help to strengthen environmental efforts across Aotearoa New Zealand. Minister for Conservation Tama Potaka has today announced the 2025 appointments to the country’s 15 Conservation Boards. There are 21 reappointments, 37 new appointments, and 87 continuing members. “These appointments seek … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government New literacy and numeracy achievement data reinforces why the Government must continue to have a relentless focus on teaching the basics brilliantly, Education Minister Erica Stanford says. “The latest Curriculum Insights & Progress Study (CIPS) data was collected in Term 4 2024 and provides a snapshot of achievement prior to the … Read more
Source: SBM Ingram Micro’s ecosystem will broaden market reach for AlgoSec and simplify deployment for partners through the Xvantage™ digital platform Sydney, Australia – 19 August 2025 – Ingram Micro, a global leader in technology solutions, is pleased to announce a new relationship with AlgoSec, an industry leading cybersecurity company. This new relationship will enable … Read more
Source: Consumer NZ Today, Consumer NZ will present its Price It Right petition to Minister for Economic Growth, Nicola Willis, who said she was considering stronger penalties for supermarkets who get their pricing wrong. Consumer NZ chief executive, Jon Duffy, says handing over this petition is a significant milestone in the advocacy organisation’s fight for … Read more
Source: Bill Toft Awards The Bill Toft Award is open to broadcasters working in online or broadcasting media in New Zealand. The Bill Toft Memorial Fund in 2025 will consider applications for a grant of $5,000 for broadcasters working in online or broadcasting media in New Zealand. The Award is to be used for advancing the … Read more
Source: Chinese Building Industry Association Tentative signs of recovery celebrated at Parliament event marking 10th anniversary of New Zealand Chinese Building Industry Association. New Zealand’s construction sector generated $94 billion in revenue in 2025, from $99 billion the year prior, reflecting the broader economic slowdown that has affected construction workers, business owners, and suppliers. Despite … Read more
Source: ChildFund New Zealand The number of aid workers killed in Gaza has reached unprecedented levels-making this one of the deadliest crises in recent history for those dedicated to saving lives. “Today is World Humanitarian Day, and ChildFund New Zealand is honouring its local partners working on the ground in Gaza. These are people bringing lifesaving … Read more
Source: Electricity Authority The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko (the Authority) is moving to level the playing field between the four large gentailers (Genesis, Contact, Meridian and Mercury) and independent participants in the electricity market. The level playing field options were developed by the Authority, the Commerce Commission Te Komihana Tauhokohoko (Commerce Commission) and the Ministry … Read more
Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand On this World Humanitarian Day, the Palestine Forum of New Zealand solemnly recognizes the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where years of blockade, conflict, and systematic deprivation continue to devastate lives. The situation in Gaza has reached critical levels. Hundreds of thousands of Palestinians face food and water shortages, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Energy Minister Simon Watts welcomes the new rule agreed to by the Electricity Authority will level the playing field for smaller power companies, boosting retail competition to put downward pressure on power prices. “We know many Kiwis are struggling with the cost of living, with rising energy prices putting more pressure … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 19 August 2025 Conservation Week | Te Wiki o Te Taiao: 1-7 September 2025. With more than 4,000 of our native species at risk, the time to step up (and maybe step outside) is now. And don’t worry, we’re not asking for a full-blown forest restoration. Even small actions can … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Finance Minister Nicola Willis has welcomed confirmation from Fitch Ratings that the Government’s careful management of the books has preserved New Zealand’s strong credit rating. The international rating agency has affirmed New Zealand’s AA+ rating with a stable outlook. “At the moment New Zealand is borrowing overseas to continue providing good … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Ben Evans: One person has been charged after Police found drugs, ammunition, and body armour at an address in Lower Hutt last night. At around 9:20pm Hutt Valley Police executed a search warrant at a Belmont address, following a report of a person at the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police To be attributed to Inspector Mike Brooklands, Manager – Commercial Vehicle and Safety Team: A driver involved in a dangerous overtaking incident on the Whakapapa Access Road last weekend has been summonsed to appear in court for dangerous driving. The incident occurred at around 9.20am on 16 August and was captured … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SHENZHEN, CHINA – EQS Newswire – 18 August 2025 – SY Holdings Group Limited (“SY Holdings” or the “Company”; Stock Code: 6069.HK), a digital intelligence technology company specialising in “AI + industrial supply chain” solutions, announced its interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2025. According to the announcement, SY … Read more
Post navigation Archives Electronic card transactions: July 2025 – information release 13 August 2025 The electronic card transactions (ECT) series cover debit, credit, and charge card transactions with New Zealand-based merchants. The series can be used to indicate changes in consumer spending and economic activity. Key facts All figures are seasonally adjusted unless otherwise specified. … Read more