Views sought on new Building Product Specifications

Source: Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) Dr Dave Gittings, Manager, Building Performance and Engineering, said: “This new document streamlines the process for those looking to use proven and tested overseas products, knowing they will be accepted through the consenting system.” “The draft Building Product Specifications document released today contains specifications and overseas standards … Read more

Road cone digital hotline opens

Source: Worksafe New Zealand 3 June 2025 Concerns about road cone use anywhere in New Zealand can now be reported to WorkSafe New Zealand through a new digital hotline on the WorkSafe website. The hotline is part of a 12-month pilot, brought about by work health and safety reforms announced by the Government(external link), to … Read more

Indicative allocations by year

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 3 June 2024 Last updated 3 June 2024 Print Share The indicative allocation is our early estimate of each tertiary education organisation’s on-Plan funding. It indicates what you could receive for the following year if your Investment Plan is approved for funding. The indicative allocation is our early estimate … Read more

Rural leader on a mission to help farmers minimise waste

Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council The focus of the workshops will be about getting farmers to think about their purchasing decisions. Instead of opting for products that could be wasted after a single use, she is encouraging farmers to choose sustainable products with Agrecovery stickers signalling they’re part of a recycling scheme. Trish said her … Read more

Police attending sudden death in Muriwai

Source: New Zealand Police Police are in attendance at a car fire in Muriwai this morning. Fire and Emergency advised Police of the fire on Jack Butt Lane at 8.34am. The fire has been extinguished and a person’s body has been located next to the vehicle. The immediate area has been cordoned off for a … Read more

Building consent system productivity on the rise

Source: New Zealand Government Processing delays for building consents and code compliance certificates have dropped since the Government began publicly releasing council performance data, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk says.   “One of the most common frustrations I’ve heard from tradies and aspiring homeowners since becoming Minister is how long it takes to get the … Read more

State Highway 1, Clarence closed

Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 1, Clarence is currently closed near Clarence Valley Road due to a vehicle fire. The fire was reported at around 6:20am. No injuries have been reported. Detours are in place and motorists are advised to expect delays. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL OSI

WorkSafe makes significant shift to rebalance its activities, launches road cone hotline

Source: New Zealand Government WorkSafe makes significant shift to rebalance its activities, launches road cone hotline       As part of a broader suite of health and safety reforms, the Government has agreed to a range of changes that will significantly refocus WorkSafe from an enforcement agency to one that engages early to support businesses and individuals … Read more

VinFast sets new record at IIMS Surabaya 2025 with four awards, VF 3 named “Best EV City Car”

Source: Media Outreach SURABAYA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 June 2025 – VinFastannounces it has secured four prestigious awards at the Indonesia International Motor Show Surabaya (IIMS Surabaya) 2025. Achieving decisive victories in four key categories, voted on by both the Organizing Committee and show attendees, VinFast has solidified its reputation, standing, and … Read more

Natascha Thomas is the new PDLN President

Source: Media Outreach Annual conference of the international network for the legally compliant marketing of media content in Warsaw BERLIN, GERMANY – Newsaktuell – 2 June 2025 – The international PDLN network has elected Natascha Thomas as its new president. She succeeds Javier Diaz da Olarte, from CEDRO, Centro Español de Derechos Reprográficos. Thomas has … Read more

Jollibee Continues Stellar Growth Across Southeast Asia, Strengthens Leadership in Key Markets

Source: Media Outreach MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 June 2025 – Jollibee, the flagship brand of Jollibee Group, continues its remarkable growth across Southeast Asia, recording strong sales performance and store expansion across key markets in the region. In Q1 2025, the brand achieved an impressive 27.8% systemwide sales growth across its … Read more

HKSTP Brings Talent and Enterprise Recruitment Drive to Beijing

Source: Media Outreach Showcasing Hong Kong’s Innovation and Technology Opportunities at Tsinghua and Peking University HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 June 2025 – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) is actively expanding efforts to attract talent and enterprises to Hong Kong’s innovation and technology (I&T) sector. From 18 to … Read more

Serious crash, Clyde Street, Hamilton East

Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash near the intersection of Clyde and Fox Streets, Hamilton East, involving a car and a pedestrian. Police were called about 7.12pm.  Initial indications are the pedestrian has received critical injuries.  The road is closed, with diversions in place. Please avoid the … Read more

King’s Birthday rail closure – Critical upgrades to prepare for CRL

Source: Auckland Transport Date: 27 May 2025 Major rail upgrades to bring more frequent and reliable services mean no trains will be running from Friday 30 May to Monday 2 June, say Auckland Transport and KiwiRail. The work is happening across the Auckland rail network to get ready for the opening of the City Rail … Read more

Road closed, Taneatua Road, Whakatane

Source: New Zealand Police Taneatua Road is closed following a single-vehicle crash this afternoon. Emergency services were alerted to the crash near White Pine Bush Road at around 2.20pm. One person has received critical injuries. The road is closed and diversions are in place. Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible and expect … Read more

Blue Launches New Brand Campaign

Source: Media Outreach Humorous Presentation of “Self-Service Insurance, Simplifying Complexity” Spotlight on Term Life Protection with “Guaranteed Lowest Price in Town” HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 June 2025 – Blue, Hong Kong’s first digital life insurer, today unveiled its latest brand campaign, continuing the tagline “Choose Blue, insurance is that simple”. … Read more

Speech: ACT Celebration Brunch

Source: ACT Party SpeechACT Leader David SeymourSunday 1 June, 2025ACT New Zealand Celebration Brunch Intro “It does not take a majority to prevail … but rather an irate, tireless minority, keen on setting brushfires of freedom in the minds of men and woman.” That was Sam Adams, one of the United States’ founding fathers. So … Read more

Over $6,000 Raised for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ at Pink Ribbon Breakfast

Source: ACT Party More than 100 people gathered this morning to support breast cancer awareness at a Pink Ribbon Breakfast at Ōrākei Bay this morning, raising over $6,000 for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. The event was co-hosted by Tāmaki MP Brooke van Velden and Epsom MP David Seymour with proceeds supporting research, education, and patient … Read more

David Seymour to the Waikato Chamber of Commerce

Source: ACT Party ACT Leader David Seymour to the Waikato Chamber of Commerce: Budget 2025 and Beyond Thank you for the opportunity to be here, and hear from you today. Wherever I go, and I’ve said it here in Hamilton before, I say business is a beautiful form of human cooperation that too many people demonise. … Read more

Time to dump Te Mana o te Wai, national bottom lines

Source: ACT Party ACT is welcoming public consultation on changes to New Zealand’s freshwater national direction and encouraging New Zealanders to engage in the process. “Under Labour and the Greens, farmers not only had to manage the day-to-day challenges of farming but also navigate an onslaught of red tape and costs,” says ACT MP and … Read more

Discipline pays off with interest rate relief

Source: ACT Party Welcoming the Reserve Bank’s decision to cut the Official Cash Rate by another 0.25% points, ACT Leader David Seymour says: “New Zealanders’ hard work and the Government’s focus on fiscal discipline are paying off. “Another rate cut is real relief for firms, farms, and families. Households with a $500,000 mortgage can expect … Read more

June 2025 Market Outlook: Essential Economic and Geopolitical Events for Traders by Octa Broker

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 June 2025 – June 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most eventful months of the year for global markets. For traders, this means opportunity—but also volatility. The economic calendar is packed with macroeconomic data releases and central bank meetings, while … Read more

PingPong Expands Leading B2B Cross-Border Payments Platform Into Malaysia, Further Unlocking South East Asia For Enterprise Clients

Source: Media Outreach PingPong has been granted a Money Services Business Licence Class B, from Malaysia’s central bank, Bank Negara Malaysia, unlocking a USD $445 billion economy for enterprises, financial institutions, and SaaS companies expanding into and out of Malaysia. This follows PingPong’s recent expansion into Indonesia and existing presence in Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore and … Read more

Creative Primary School and Creative Primary School’s Kindergarten Celebrate 40th Anniversary with Successful Open Day

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 June 2025 – On 24 May 2025, Creative Primary School (CPS) and Creative Primary School’s Kindergarten (CPSKG) held a grand open day to celebrate their 40th anniversary, welcoming guests, parents, alumni, and community members. Nestled in the prestigious educational hub of Oxford Road, … Read more

Top sportspeople recognised with honours

Source: New Zealand Government The King’s Birthday 2025 Honours List recognises the outstanding depth of talent, dedication, and leadership across New Zealand’s sport sector, says Sport and Recreation Minister, Mark Mitchell. “I would like to particularly acknowledge the appointment of Catriona Williams as a Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit. As a … Read more

King’s Birthday Honours recognise significant contributions of Māori

Source: New Zealand Government Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka today recognises the significant achievements of the Māori recipients in the King’s Birthday 2025 Honours List, for their dedicated mahi and outstanding contributions across various important areas. “The impressive mahi of Māori recipients this year are too numerous to mention. They have been honoured for achievements … Read more

Road Closed, SH29, Matamata

Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 29 is closed following a crash this morning near Hopkins Road. Emergency services were alerted to the two-vehicle crash at around 8.40am. One person has received moderate injuries. The road is closed due to powerlines on the road. Contractors have been contacted. Motorists are advised to follow diversions and … Read more