Analysis – A good time to get that extra bedroom? – Cotality

Source: Kelvin Davidson, Cotality NZ Chief Property Economist The cost to ‘trade up’ to a larger home remains significant across the country, but recent market movements suggest now may be a more favourable time for aspiring upgraders. It’s never been cheap to move up the so-called property ladder – such as buying a house with … Read more

Economy – Snapshot highlights banks’ efforts to reduce unnecessary barriers for Māori

Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 26 June 2025 – The Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua has published a primarily qualitative snapshot that offers a comparison of how banks are working to remove unnecessary barriers to Māori Access to Capital (MA2K). The Māori contribution to the New Zealand economy has grown to … Read more

Closing the gate on Mangapurua winter damage

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  26 June 2025 Department of Conservation Supervisor Joshua Kilmister says the gate closure affects only larger powered vehicles and the track will remain open for walking and hunting during the winter months. “In wet winter weather, larger vehicles damage track surfaces and drainage channels, affect visitor safety, and make it … Read more

Name release: Fatal crash, State Highway 2, Pahiatua

Source: New Zealand Police Police can now release the name of the man who died following a crash on State Highway 2 south of Pahiatua on Thursday 15 May. He was 38-year-old Troy Joseph Hawe-Ross, of Palmerston North. Our thoughts are with those close to him at this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances of … Read more

Tauranga Eastern Link Toll Road blocked

Source: New Zealand Police At around 9:50am emergency services received reports of a two-vehicle crash on Tauranga Eastern Link Toll Road. One person is critically injured. The road is partially blocked and motorists are advised to avoid the area. ENDS Issued by the Police Media Centre. MIL OSI

Police seek footage of night market assaults

Source: New Zealand Police Police is seeking additional footage as part of the investigation into an alleged stabbing at the Pakuranga Night Markets. Counties Manukau Police charged a 23-year-old man over the incident, who has been remanded in custody to reappear in court next month. “We are aware a number of people filmed the violent … Read more

Tech – Avast Makes AI-Driven Scam Defense Available for Free Worldwide

Source: Botica Butler Raudon Partners & Passion – for Avast Avast debuts Avast Scam Guardian and Scam Guardian Pro as data breaches and scams soar. Auckland, 26 June 2025 – Driven by a commitment to make cutting-edge scam protection available to everyone, Avast, a leader in digital security and privacy and part of Gen (NASDAQ: … Read more

Police accept IPCA findings following accidental fall

Source: New Zealand Police Police accept the findings by the Independent Police Conduct Authority following the death of a man in Auckland last year. On 4 November 2024, Police were called to a commercial property on Boston Road after a report of a man becoming agitated towards staff at the address and paramedics. Police officers … Read more

Sustainability sees rising strategic importance amid increasing strain on professionals

Source: Sustainable Business Council Research released today into New Zealand’s sustainability profession reveals a compelling picture of a profession which is gaining strategic traction, while grappling with systemic challenges. The report, Insights on Aotearoa New Zealand Sustainability Professionals, delivered by Oxygen Consulting in collaboration with the Sustainable Business Council (SBC), Sustainable Business Network (SBN) and Auckland … Read more

Employment Issues – Another day, another attack on workers’ rights – employers can dock pay of workers who take partial strike action – PSA

Source: PSA The Government’s anti-worker agenda has stepped up with the passing into law last night the right for employers to dock the pay of workers who take low level strike action. The Employment Relations (Pay Deductions for Partial Strikes) Amendment Bill allows employers to deduct 10% of a worker’s wage for partial strike action such … Read more

Police and Customs bag smuggling ring operating airside

Source: New Zealand Police A joint investigation has unpacked a criminal syndicate’s operation, which allegedly facilitated the smuggling of class A drugs through Auckland Airport. Police and Customs terminated nearly two dozen search warrants on Wednesday across the Auckland region as part of Operation Matata. Eighteen arrests have been made, including nine baggage handlers and … Read more

BNZ offers flexible business loans up to $50,000, approved in minutes

Source: BNZ Statements Small businesses can now access unsecured finance of up to $50,000 with BNZ’s new Merchant Flexi Loan, with approval in as little as three minutes. It offers eligible businesses a simple way to manage cash flow and fuel growth, with no interest and just a one-off fee. Karna Luke, BNZ Executive for … Read more

Supermarkets warned about unfair practices

Source: New Zealand Government Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis has written to the major supermarkets to restate the basic expectation that they take all steps needed to comply with the Fair Trading Act and ensure Kiwi shoppers are not subjected to misleading price claims.  “Supermarkets have statutory obligations under the Fair Trading Act to ensure that … Read more

Learner Success Community of Practice

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Employability Ecosystems – Part 1: Improving learner outcomes through links to industry Dr Roy Priest, Associate Professor at Birmingham City University (BCU), gives an overview of their Employability Ecosystems that improve learner engagement, and support successful graduate outcomes by embedding employability into the curriculum and connecting learners with industry throughout their … Read more

Herds of Special Interest one step closer

Source: New Zealand Government Legislation to clarify how Herds of Special Interest (HOSI) operate in National Parks has passed its first reading in Parliament today, Hunting and Fishing Minister James Meager says. “The Game Animal Council (Herds of Special Interest) Amendment Bill will ensure the legislation for HOSI is clear and unambiguous. It will support … Read more

Introducing our Regulatory Licensing Review Panel

Source: Maritime New Zealand Earlier this month we launched the Regulatory Licensing Review Panel to support the effective delivery of our regulatory licensing function, and to provide applicants with an accessible process for resolving specific disputes. As you’re probably aware, a number of the maritime rules, regulations and conventions we administer are complex in relation … Read more

PM wraps up Europe visit at NATO Summit

Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has attended the NATO Summit in the Hague, alongside other world leaders. “The Euro-Atlantic and Indo-Pacific regions face many of the same security challenges. That’s why it’s important New Zealand is at the table at NATO for these critical discussions with likeminded partners,” Mr Luxon says. “We can … Read more

NZ-AU: Robin Energy Ltd. Announces Pricing of $3.6 Million Registered Direct Offering

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) LIMASSOL, Cyprus, June 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Robin Energy Ltd. (NASDAQ:RBNE) (“Robin Energy” or the “Company”), an international ship-owning company providing energy transportation services globally, today announced that it has entered into a securities purchase agreement with several institutional investors to purchase 1,020,000 common shares at an offering price of $3.50, … Read more

DL Holdings and ViaBTC Sign a Non-Binding Term Sheet for Strategic Cooperation in Digital Assets

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 June 2025 – DL Holdings Group Limited (1709.HK) issued a voluntary announcement to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on June 24, 2025, stating that it has signed a non-legally binding term sheet with ViaBTC Holdings Limited (hereinafter referred to as “ViaBTC”). The two … Read more

Singapore-Led Professional Services Centre Opens in Shanghai to Strengthen Cross-Border Business Collaboration

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 June 2025 – Six trade associations and professional membership bodies have come together under a unified collaboration, known as the Alliance, to officially launch the full-scale Professional Services (PS) Centre in Shanghai today. The Alliance comprises the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA), the Association … Read more

NZ law change restores balance – fairer rules for partial strikes

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has passed a change to the Employment Relations Act that reinstates the ability for employers to make pay deductions during partial strikes – making the system fairer for all, Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden announced today.  “These changes will help both employers and unions to return to the bargaining … Read more

GLOBAL: Countries must act fast to save the Sustainable Development Goals – Amnesty International

 Source: Amnesty International With countries in danger of failing to meet their Sustainable Development Goals targets – and their human rights obligations – leaders attending the Financing for Development Conference must act fast to avert climate catastrophe and guarantee the human rights of billions of people currently being denied socio-economic justice, said Amnesty International. The 4th International … Read more

Ningbo Embraces a Golden Opportunity for Inbound Tourism: Upgraded Policies and Enhanced Services Attract Global Visitors

Source: Media Outreach NINGBO, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 June 2025 – With the expanded implementation of the 240-hour visa-free transit policy and ongoing innovations in cultural and tourism services, Ningbo, China, is welcoming global travelers with an unprecedented spirit of openness. The word-of-mouth effect of “In Ningbo, Enjoy” has gained international acclaim. … Read more

Strengthened oversight of Oranga Tamariki system

Source: New Zealand Government Legislation strengthening independent monitoring and oversight of the children’s system will help better protect young New Zealanders. The Oversight of Oranga Tamariki System Legislation passed its third reading in Parliament tonight and also gives visibility to the advocacy role of a single Children’s Commissioner.  “By returning to a single Children’s Commissioner, … Read more

Best Mart 360 Debuts on foodpanda mall in Hong Kong

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 June 2025 – Best Mart 360 Holdings Limited (“Best Mart 360” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”; stock code: 2360.HK), a leading leisure food retailer in Hong Kong, is excited to announce that its flagship retail brand, “Best Mart 360˚ … Read more

Wanted to arrest: Solomon Kapua Apihai

Source: New Zealand Police Auckland City Police is seeking information on the whereabouts of Solomon Kapua Apihai. The 41-year-old has a warrant for his arrest for wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm. The Wesley resident is currently avoiding Police. “We strongly encourage Apihai to hand himself in at his nearest Police station,” acting … Read more

ABB among TIME’s World’s Most Sustainable Companies

Source: Media Outreach ZURICH, SWITZERLAND – EQS Newswire – 25 June 2025 – ABB ranked 14th in the “World’s Most Sustainable Companies 2025” list by TIME Magazine and Statista ABB named third most sustainable company across all industries in Switzerland Companies assessed on sustainable business practice, commitments & ratings, reporting standards & transparency, environmental & … Read more