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Post navigation Archives Electronic card transactions: June 2025 – information release 14 July 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 factsAll figures are seasonally adjusted unless otherwise specified. Values … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Refined upper-upscale brand is tailored for 120–300 key properties in prime urban and resort locations, delivering market-relevant experiences enriched by Dusit’s signature Thai-inspired gracious hospitality BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 July 2025 – Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has expanded its global hospitality … Read more
Source: Media Outreach MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 July 2025 – At the recent Asia-Pacific Regional Network for Early Childhood (ARNEC) Regional Conference 2025, Tanoto Foundation, an independent philanthropic organization that catalyzes systems change in education and healthcare, presented its successful community-driven early childhood parenting models from Indonesia and China. The two … Read more
Source: Ara Institute of Canterbury Attribution: Darren Mitchell, Executive Director – Ara Institute of Canterbury Ara Institute of Canterbury welcomes the Government’s decision to re-establish Ara as a stand-alone institution from 1 January 2026. This milestone reflects the strength of our financial position, the capability and resilience of our people, and the strategic changes we’ve made … Read more
Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers is calling for new proposed ‘green’ finance rules to be scrapped, warning they’re ideologically driven, unworkable, and risk doing real harm to rural communities. In a letter sent to Ministers and key officials on July 11, the organisation outlined a series of serious concerns with the Sustainable Finance Taxonomy. “This framework … Read more
Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 17 seconds ago Today the Minister for Vocational Education announced that EIT is one of the Polytechnics which will be standing up as independent institution from January 2026. This is great news for the Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti regions as EIT will have the autonomy once again to make decisions … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Christopher Lim, previously Managing Director, Singapore, Malaysia, and Brunei, will be appointed Vice President and Head of Road Freight and Multimodal, Asia Pacific, effective 1 August 2025. Praveen Gregory, currently Senior Vice President, Ocean Freight, Asia Pacific, will succeed Christopher as Managing Director, Singapore, Malaysia, and Brunei, effective 1 August 2025 Bjoern … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 July 2025 – HealthMutual Group (HMG), a pioneer in medical concierge and insurance management, and MediConCen Limited, an InsurTech innovator, today announced a strategic partnership to develop an advanced AI-driven claims solution tailored for the Hong Kong market. Mr. KC Chan, Founder of … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Overview – Asia Pacific’s Wealth Boom Accelerates HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 July 2025 – The sixth edition of the Julius Baer Global Wealth and Lifestyle Report confirms the ongoing shift from material consumption towards experiences. Jen-Ai Chua, Research Analyst, Asia, Julius Baer, commented: “Asia Pacific remains one … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 14 July 2025 DOC Northern South Island Operations Director Martin Rodd says storm damage to DOC-managed sites is wide-spread and it will take time to understand the full extent across conservation areas and facilities. As of Monday, the region is still in a state of emergency and people are asked … Read more
Source: Media Outreach A Must-Visit UNESCO-Recognized Festival Featuring Water Play, Traditional Thai Ceremonies & Performances Along the Most Breathtaking Views of the Chao Phraya River from April 10–16, 2025 BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 April 2025 – ICONSIAM, a global landmark along the Chao Phraya River developed through a joint venture of … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Tāmaki Makaurau by-election will be held on Saturday 6 September, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has announced. The by-election follows the death of MP Takutai Tarsh Kemp. “Given the vacancy in the seat has now been gazetted, I have set a date of 6 September for the by-election,” says Mr Luxon. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government’s going for growth in international education, releasing its plan to double the sector’s economic contribution to $7.2 billion by 2034. “International education is one of our largest exports, injecting $3.6 billion into our economy in 2024. It also provides opportunities for research, strengthening trade and people-to-people connections, which are … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Ten polytechnics will be re-established from 1 January 2026, restoring regional decision-making that supports strong communities and economic growth, Vocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds says. “This is a major milestone in building a vocational education system that’s locally led, regionally responsive, and future focused. We’ve listened to extensive industry feedback and … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police are seeking Louis Pukeroa, who has a warrant for his arrest. Pukeroa is believed to be actively evading Police and should not be approached. If you have seen him please contact Police via 111 and quote file number 250701/1234. Information after the fact should be provided via 105 using the same file number. … Read more
Source: Tertiary Education Commission On this page: Tertiary education organisations (TEOs) must ensure that learners are eligible to be enrolled in DQ7-10 funded programmes. Learner eligibility requirements Learner eligibility verification You must verify a learner’s eligibility for enrolment as a domestic learner. Specific verification methods and eligibility criteria can be found in the Funding Conditions … Read more
Source: Tertiary Education Commission On this page: Tertiary education organisations (TEOs) must ensure that learners are eligible to be enrolled in DQ3-7 funded programmes. Learner eligibility requirements Learner eligibility verification You must verify a learner’s eligibility for enrolment as a domestic learner. Specific verification methods and eligibility criteria can be found in the Funding Conditions … Read more
Source: Tertiary Education Commission On this page: Enrolment process We recommend that your tertiary education organisation’s (TEO’s) admission and enrolment process for DQ1-2 includes the steps below: Step Responsibility Action 1 TEO Provides information on qualifications (including courses), the admission and enrolment process, and the withdrawal and fees refund process 2 Learner Applies to the … Read more
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Definition of an EFTS From 1 January 2023, we are defining an equivalent full-time student (EFTS) of YG provision leading to: a Level 1 or 2 qualification as 80 credits, and a Level 3 qualification as 120 credits (no change). This means that 0.5 EFTS (or 50% of a full-time, full-year learner workload) is equivalent … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government New figures released today show childhood immunisation rates at 24 months continue to rise, reflecting the Government’s strong commitment to improving health outcomes for Kiwi children, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Protecting children from preventable illnesses like measles and whooping cough is a priority, so it’s heartening to see more children … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Hong Kong Techathon+ Marks its 10th Anniversary Reinforcing Hong Kong’s Position as an International Talent and I&T Hub HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 July 2025 – The Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), in collaboration with 15 local tertiary institutions and supported by leading global tertiary … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 July 2025 – SleekFlow, an Agentic AI platform for conversions, announces the launch of AgentFlow, a transformative AI solution designed to build teams of AI agents and redefine how businesses do sales. By leveraging cutting-edge conversational AI, AgentFlow empowers enterprises of different sizes … Read more
Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 July 2025 – Gother, a tourism service platform, operated by Search Engine Optimization, a joint venture between Beacon Venture Capital (venture arm of Kasikornbank) and Krungthai Ventures (venture arm of Krungthai Bank) is showing strong upward momentum following a 300% business growth in just … Read more
Source: Privacy Commissioner The Statement of Performance Expectations (SPE) describes our intended financial and non-financial performance during the financial year (1 July – 30 June). Publishing a Statement of Performance Expectations is a requirement of all Crown entities under the Crown Entities Act 2004. Statement of Performance Expectations 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2026 … Read more
Source: MetService Covering period of Monday 14th – Thursday 17th – We’ve woken to a warmer, cloudier and foggier morning across the country today (Monday). Showers about the west will continue to ease, with cloudy areas in the east becoming fine. The snow has been topped up over the South Island so for those that aren’t … Read more
Source: Northland Regional Council TOTAL MOBILITY KAITAIA The Total Mobility scheme will be operating in Kaitaia from Monday 14 July. The operator is Driving Miss Daisy, and the scheme is administered by Northland Regional Council with funding from NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi and Far North District Council. Total Mobility is a nationwide scheme that provides … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police can now release the name of the man who died following a crash in Kaitaia on Friday. He was 27-year-old Ngaiwa Miru, of Kaitaia. Our thoughts are with those close to him at this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash remain ongoing. ENDS. Holly McKay/NZ Police MIL … Read more