Sustainable Business – 17th Climate Change & Business Conference: Where Ambition Meets Action

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Source: Sustainable Business Council Aotearoa New Zealand’s premier Climate Change and Business Conference returns in 2025, bringing together global and local leaders to accelerate climate action and business innovation. The conference is taking place on 8-9 September at the Viaduct Events Centre in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. This year’s theme Ambition. Accountability. Action. promises to inspire and … Read more

Advocacy – The Israeli Assault Against Iran… Playing with Fire

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Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand The Israeli assault launched against Iran shortly before dawn on Friday, 13/6/2025, targeted three levels: First: The military command-and-control system, including senior army and Revolutionary Guard leadership; Second: The core infrastructure of Iran’s nuclear program—particularly nuclear stations and reactors, as well as missile and drone launch bases; Third: The … Read more

Polls – Betrayal of women over pay equity laid bare in Budget poll – time to reverse decision – PSA

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Source: PSA A Budget poll lays bare how deeply unpopular the Government’s decision to scrap pay equity rules under urgency has become. The Post/Freshwater Strategy Poll today shows many New Zealanders oppose the Government axing pay equity claims and making it harder to push for new claims – nearly four out of ten opposed the decision and just … Read more

Recycling Week 2025: Identify Opportunities and Lead the Change

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Source: Press Release Service Headline: Recycling Week 2025: Identify Opportunities and Lead the Change Recycling Week 2025 (20–26 October) is New Zealand’s largest waste minimisation and recycling education campaign. This year’s theme, “Identify Opportunities,” empowers businesses, schools, and councils to reduce waste, improve recycling habits, and take action toward a more sustainable New Zealand. Free … Read more

Bachelor of Applied Science student lands internship mapping native bush remnants

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Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 19 hours ago Bachelor of Applied Science (Biodiversity Management) student Emily Strong helped iwi identify remnants of the historic Seventy Mile Bush during a summer internship with Sustainable Hawke’s Bay. The internship was part of her third year of study, delivered by EIT in partnership with Unitec. EIT graduate Michael … Read more

Unexplained death, Riccarton

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Source: New Zealand Police Christchurch Police are continuing to make enquiries after a woman was found with critical injuries in a Riccarton car park yesterday afternoon. Emergency services were called to the car park at around 4.40pm. Tragically the woman passed away while being transported to hospital. Her death is currently being treated as unexplained … Read more

Fatal crash – State Highway 1, Seddon

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Source: New Zealand Police One person has died following a crash on State Highway 1, Seddon last night. The single vehicle crash was reported to Police at 9.30pm. The driver was the sole occupant of the car. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are under way.  ENDS  Issued by Police Media Centre.  MIL OSI

Safety of New Zealanders in Middle East paramount

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Source: New Zealand Government The safety of New Zealanders in the Middle East is a pressing priority for the Government, Foreign Minister Winston Peters says.   “We do not want New Zealanders in harm’s way,” Mr Peters says.  “While we face very serious practical constraints of a conflict zone and closed airspace, we will continue to … Read more

Hong Kong Baptist University and Elsevier Report Highlights Global Expansion of Chinese Medicine Research, Urges Standardised Frameworks for Broader Integration

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Source: Media Outreach ISTANBUL, TURKEY – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2025 – The report “Evolving Legacy: Decoding the Scientific Trajectory of Chinese Medicine” released today by Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) and Elsevier, reveals the growing impact of Chinese Medicine research on global healthcare and modern health challenges. In this context, “Chinese Medicine … Read more

Health – New drug report shows record need for harm reduction and support services

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Source: NZ Drug Foundation Te Puna Whakaiti Pāmamae Kai Whakapiri A new report that pulls together the most recent data on drug consumption, prevalence of use, price and availability shows illicit drug use continues to steadily increase across the board, with the NZ Drug Foundation warning that investment in harm reduction, early intervention and support … Read more

Property Market – Sales activity lifts but listings keep property prices in check – Cotality

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Source: Cotality (Formerly CoreLogic) Property sales activity in New Zealand continued to strengthen in May, with volumes holding above average levels for a third consecutive month, according to Cotality’s June Housing Chart Pack. Sales volumes in May, measured across both private deals and real estate agents, were 16% higher than in the same month last … Read more

NZ-AU: Robin Energy Ltd. Announces Pricing of $4.5 Million Registered Direct Offering

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Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) LIMASSOL, Cyprus, June 18, 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 860,000 common shares at an offering price of $5.25, … Read more

Tineco Recognised as Global Leader in Emerging Floor Washer Category

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Source: Media Outreach Tineco’s global sales dominance reaffirms its industry leadership. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2025 – Tineco is proud to announce that Euromonitor International, the world’s leading independent provider of strategic market research, has recognised the brand as the No. 1 global leader in the household wet & dry vacuum … Read more

Making it easier for Chinese travellers to transit via New Zealand

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government is boosting tourism and trade by making it simpler, faster and cheaper for Chinese nationals to transit via New Zealand. From November, Chinese passport holders will no longer need to obtain a Transit Visa before transiting through New Zealand airports. Instead, they will be able to get a New … Read more

To reverse losses, Chinese airlines venture into livestreaming

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Source: Media Outreach BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2025 – The livestreaming-commerce model has taken the world by storm in recent years. In China, numerous enterprises are actively venturing into livestreaming e-commerce, including several airlines. In 2024, Hainan Airlines established HNA Preferred Business Co., Ltd., specializing in Internet livestreaming and sales. … Read more

Prudential announces $880,000 community investment to celebrate SG60 and its move to Labrador Tower

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Source: Media Outreach The investment includes household essentials hampers for over 1,100 ComLink+ families, a cash donation to the Prudential Longevity Pledge, and community edible gardens SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2025 – Prudential Singapore (“Prudential”) has unveiled a special $880,000 SG60 community investment to celebrate Singapore’s 60th birthday and its office … Read more

New Certification scheme unlocks $200M market for Kiwi cosmetics in China

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Source: New Zealand Government Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay and Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson have welcomed a new certification scheme, announced by the Prime Minister in Shanghai today, that unlocks access to China’s $200 million cosmetics and skincare market — a move that will drive stronger returns for New Zealand exporters … Read more

Templeton Group Celebrates Four Wins at 2025 Property Industry Awards

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Source: Property Council New Zealand Rider Levett Bucknall Property Industry Awards Big night for Templeton Group as projects recognised across multiple categories Auckland, Tuesday 17 June 2025 — Friday 13 June proved auspicious for Templeton Group, as the company took home four major accolades at the 2025 Property Council New Zealand Rider Levett Bucknall Property … Read more

Animal Welfare – WORLD’S BIGGEST INVESTIGATION INTO EGG FACTORY FARMING. NEW ZEALAND CAGES SCRUTINISED

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Source: Animals Aotearoa In the largest global investigation ever, The Open Wing Alliance reveals never-before-seen footage of systemic animal abuse and public health risks in cage egg factory farming. Alongside footage from 36 other countries, the exposé includes footage from a colony cage factory farm in New Zealand. New Zealand – June 17 2025 – … Read more

New IPU report highlights good parliamentary practices on religion and belief

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Source: Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) The IPU has released the second part of its groundbreaking Parliamentary report on religion and belief. Part 2 of the report, Engagement with religion and belief by parliamentarians underscores the vital role of MPs in fostering peaceful, just and inclusive societies. It explores how engagement with religion and belief can strengthen … Read more

New board members appointed to the Health Quality & Safety Commission

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Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has today announced three new board appointments to the Health Quality & Safety Commission. The Health Quality & Safety Commission (HQSC) is a Crown entity responsible for improving quality and safety across the health and disability systems within New Zealand.  “I am very pleased to welcome Dr … Read more

Statistics NZ Full Information – Modernising New Zealand’s data system

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Source: Statistics New Zealand Wide-ranging improvements to the data system will modernise and future-proof how New Zealand’s economic and population statistics are produced. Minister of Statistics Hon Dr Shane Reti announced today sweeping changes that will see Stats NZ moving in a bold, future-focused direction to provide more timely and relevant data. “People’s information needs … Read more

Mind the B-Gap: Telcos see a compelling case for digital inclusion powered by cloud technology

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Source: Media Outreach New research from CloudMosa shows digital inclusion is shifting from CSR to a core business strategy – and telcos stand to gain if they move quickly Majority (97%) of telco leaders say digital inclusion is now central to their business strategy, driven primarily by the need to bridge the digital divide (71%) … Read more

Further appeal for missing west Auckland teenager

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Source: New Zealand Police Police is issuing a further appeal to west Aucklanders who may have come across missing teenager Alexander. An updated sighting and description of the 15-year-old boy from Oratia has been obtained. Alexander was reported missing to Police at about 8.30pm on 16 June. Earlier that day, he was dropped off at … Read more

Serious Crash, Nelson

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Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are in attendance following a serious crash on Trafalgar Street in Nelson. Police were notified at around 3:15pm this afternoon after a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle. At this stage it appears they have suffered serious injuries. Traffic is currently flowing. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash … Read more

Update: Police drone launch in search for Elisabeth Nicholls

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Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Detective Sergeant Lucy Aldridge of Christchurch Police: Police will be deploying a drone in central Christchurch tomorrow as part of ongoing efforts to locate missing woman Elisabeth ‘Lis’ Nicholls. The drone will be flying over the Riccarton and Hagley Park areas between 8am and midday, Thursday 19 June. Lis … Read more

Henderson Land Sets Record for Central’s Largest Single Office Lease

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Source: Media Outreach New Central Harbourfront Site 3 Project Leases Over 70% of Phase 1 Office Premises HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2025 – Henderson Land Development Company Limited (“Henderson Land” or “The Group”) (Stock code 12) is delighted to announce that, through its subsidiary, it has entered into an … Read more