NZ-AU: BloFin, Berachain, and Cointelegraph Power “Whalefield,” TOKEN2049’s Closing Afterparty at Marquee with Headliner DJ BLOND:ISH

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Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) ROAD TOWN, Virgin Islands, Sept. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BloFin Whalefied, the official closing afterparty of TOKEN2049 Week, is set to ignite the city at MARQUEE Singapore, powered by TOKEN2049’s title sponsor BloFin, together with Berachain and Cointelegraph. Held in MARQUEE Singapore, the premier entertainment venue in the heart of Marina … Read more

Greenpeace Statement: Activists convicted and discharged over seabed mining action

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Source: Greenpeace Four ocean advocates have been sentenced in court in Wellington today, after locking down the Wellington headquarters of the mining industry lobbying firm Straterra (since renamed the New Zealand Minerals Council) in September 2024. They were found guilty of trespass, convicted and discharged. Greenpeace Aotearoa programme director Niamh O’Flynn, who was one of the … Read more

Singapore fintech sees surge in investments despite global trade fragmentation and tariff escalation: KPMG’s Pulse of Fintech H1’25

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 September 2025 – Singapore’s fintech sector recorded a strong rebound in the first half of 2025, attracting close to US$1.04 billion in investments across 90 deals, according to KPMG’s Pulse of Fintech H1’2025 report. This makes it the highest amount of investments the country has … Read more

Serious crash, Flagstaff

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Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a serious single-vehicle crash at the intersection of Petersburg Drive and Karl Michael Crescent, Flagstaff. Police were called about 5.50pm. Initial indications suggest there have been serious injuries. Traffic management is in place, and motorists should avoid the area if possible. ENDS Issued by … Read more

Moonkie Launches Newborn Gift Set to Simplify Early Parenthood

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Source: Media Outreach NEW YORK, US – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 September 2025 – Launching on September 24, 2025, the Moonkie Newborn Gift Set offers a thoughtfully curated 12-piece bundle designed to support new parents through the early months. Priced at $84.99 and available exclusively at Moonkieshop.com, the set includes safe care essentials and … Read more

Health – We’re making it easier to get same-day appointments at Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa

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Source: Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa At Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa, we’re always looking for more ways to improve equity, access, and choice for our clients. Open access scheduling is our next step to make it easier for clients to get the appointments they need, when they need them. Earlier this year, we launched our online booking system. This was … Read more

Local News – Wellington Region in Strong Shape for Summer Water Supply

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Source: Hutt City Council Wellington residents are heading into summer with greater water security as investment in leak repairs and treatment upgrades begin to pay off. Two summers ago there was a 33 percent chance of Level 4 restrictions being triggered. This summer, that risk is now below one percent under normal conditions. Lower Hutt Mayor … Read more

Police seek information on Dinsdale robberies

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Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute the following to Detective Sergeant Matt Lee: Hamilton Police are appealing for information from the public in relation to a series of aggravated robberies. Over the last few days, a male has committed three aggravated robberies at food premises within the Dinsdale Shopping Centre. The male arrived on a … Read more

Strengthening outdoor education safety in kura

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Source: Worksafe New Zealand An Auckland kura is leading a push to improve outdoor education risk management in Māori immersion schools, in response to a river rescue involving tamariki. Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Puau te Moananui-ā-Kiwa took about a dozen children floating down the Waikato River using pool noodles and floatie toys in December … Read more

Sport diplomacy to grow NZ’s global ties

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Source: New Zealand Government Sport will play a bigger role in strengthening New Zealand’s international ties, boosting trade, and showcasing our country to the world under a new Government strategy launched today, Associate Sport & Recreation Minister Chris Bishop says. “Sport is a universal language. It opens doors, builds trust, and connects people in ways … Read more

GROW with Singlife Partners with InvestCloud to Unveil Enhanced Investment Platform

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Source: Media Outreach GROW’s new platform equips advisers with advanced tools and delivers a seamless wealth-building experience for clients SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 September 2025 – GROW with Singlife (“GROW”), an integrated investment platform under leading financial services company Singlife, has launched its enhanced adviser and client platform – marking a key … Read more

New Auckland flyover benefits drivers and bus passengers

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Source: New Zealand Government A new flyover set to open to traffic in East Auckland will ease congestion and boost the city’s productivity, Transport Minister Chris Bishop, Auckland Minister Simeon Brown and Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown say. The Reeves Road flyover, which directly links Pakuranga Road to Pakuranga Highway, was officially opened today by Prime … Read more

Concluding 15 years of negotiations with Ngāti Rāhiri Tumutumu

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government is concluding 15 years of negotiations with Ngāti Rāhiri Tumutumu as a Deed of Settlement is signed in Wellington today, Treaty Negotiations Minister Paul Goldsmith says  “Settling long-standing Treaty negotiations is a major priority for this Government, so I am pleased to be making such significant progress. “The Deed … Read more

Serious crash, SH1, Huntly

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Source: New Zealand Police Police are in attendance at a serious crash on State Highway One near Huntly. Emergency services were called to the single-vehicle crash near Ralph Road at around 11.50am. One person has received critical injuries. The southbound lane is closed and diversions are in place. Motorists are advised to follow diversions and … Read more

New Mental Health Unit opens in Palmerston North

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Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey today officially opened Ngā Wai Ngāro, a new acute mental health facility at Palmerston North Hospital. “This new unit marks a fundamental shift in how we support people in mental distress. It ensures that when someone is in need of support, they are in a … Read more

King’s Counsel appointments 2025

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Source: New Zealand Government Attorney-General Judith Collins today announced the appointments of 12 King’s Counsel. The rank of King’s Counsel is primarily awarded to barristers sole who have met the overarching criteria of excellence in their careers, although some can be appointed in recognition of their extraordinary contributions to law. “That is the case this … Read more

Police response to Loafers Lodge verdict

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Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Tim Leitch: Today’s verdict brings an outcome to what has been an extremely challenging and difficult investigation.  Police are pleased with the conviction today of the man who set the fatal fire that that killed five innocent men, injured others, and took the home of those … Read more

Lifestyle – World Heart Day: Couples Who Move Together, Thrive Together

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Source: Exercise NZ “…couples-based exercise programs significantly improved exercise adherence, self-efficacy, functional capacity, and mental wellbeing, compared to those doing rehab alone.” “…romantic partner involvement boosts sustained engagement and reduces cardio-metabolic risk.” “On World Heart Day, we’re not just promoting physical health, we’re strengthening relationships, too.” “When we move together, we keep our hearts, and … Read more

International Law – Israeli attacks kill Oxfam partner colleague, destroy clinics in Gaza

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Source: Oxfam Aotearoa Oxfam is deeply appalled and mourns the killing of Tasneem, 27, and her two children, Sham (5), and Suleiman (3), in an Israeli airstrike on 20 September. Tasneem was a psychologist at Oxfam’s partner organization, Juzoor for Health and Community Development. “Tasneem was a courageous and devoted humanitarian. Despite constant danger, she served … Read more

Privacy Commissioner – Exercise your right to know

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Source: Office of the Privacy Commissioner Right to Know Day on 28 September is a good reminder to New Zealanders of their right to access and correct their own information, the Privacy Commissioner says. International Right to Know Day recognises the right to request access to information. The Privacy Act reinforces the importance of transparency and … Read more

PSA – Culture shift critical to ensuring speaking up culture in public service

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Source: PSA The PSA is welcoming the Government’s move to introduce new ‘speaking up’ standards but says more needs to be done to restore the workplace culture across the public service which has been severely damaged by job cuts. Public Service Minister Judith Collins and Public Service Commissioner Sir Brian Roche have announced new ‘speaking up’ … Read more

Social Issues – Poverty crisis leaves people with intellectual disability behind – IHC

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Source: IHC The latest Ministry of Social Development social cohesion report confirms what disability advocates have long warned: poverty is deepening across Aotearoa, and disabled people are hit hardest. IHC Director of Advocacy Tania Thomas says the situation for people with intellectual disability (PWID) is even more severe – and has been for decades – … Read more

Property Market – New rating valuations on the way for Waimakariri District – QV

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Source: Quotable Value Waimakariri District property owners will soon receive new three-yearly rating valuations in the post. Updated values have been prepared for all 30,369 properties in the district by independent valuers Quotable Value (QV) on behalf of Waimakariri District Council. They reflect the likely price a property would have sold for on 1 June 2025, … Read more

Save the Children – Adventurers to complete 4,500+km ‘Alpine Odyssey’ across Aotearoa New Zealand this weekend

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Source: Save the Children Twenty-five fields skied and more than 4500km cycled or hiked across Aotearoa New Zealand over 95 days, adventurers Huw Kingston and Laurence Mote will complete their Alpine Odyssey Aotearoa at Christchurch’s Sumner Beach on Sunday 28 September. The pair began their ambitious human powered journey across New Zealand on June 25 in … Read more

Exercise your right to know

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Source: Privacy Commissioner 26 Sept 2025, 10:30 Right to Know Day on 28 September is a good reminder to New Zealanders of their right to access and correct their own information, the Privacy Commissioner says. International Right to Know Day recognises the right to request access to information. The Privacy Act reinforces the importance of … Read more

Spring checks to stay safer on the farm

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Source: Worksafe New Zealand 26 September 2025 As the days grow longer, spring is the perfect time for farmers to take stock—not just of their livestock and crops, but of their health and safety practices too. This season, WorkSafe is working with businesses across New Zealand’s sheep, beef, and dairy sectors to strengthen understanding of … Read more

Police catch up with speeding driver in east Auckland

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Source: New Zealand Police A driver allegedly reaching speeds of more than three times the speed limit has been caught out by our eye in the sky. The Police Air Support Unit was travelling over Pakuranga last night at about 11pm when they spotted a vehicle driving dangerously on Botany Road. Counties Manukau East Area … Read more