Release: Govt helps banks dodge repayment claims for Kiwis

Source: New Zealand Labour Party The Government is moving to let two of the country’s most profitable banks off the hook for money owed to their customers. “As Kiwis continue to feel the squeeze of the high cost of living, this Government is choosing to deny tens of thousands of New Zealanders who may be … Read more

Release: Search begins for rare family receiving $250

Source: New Zealand Labour Party The Government can’t say if even a single family has received the $250 a fortnight they were promised. “It’s time Nicola Willis got her binoculars out to begin the search for a family that has received her promised cost of living relief,” Labour finance and economy spokesperson Barbara Edmonds said. … Read more

Government Cuts – Govt dismantling of public housing confirmed with Kāinga Ora axing a net 620 roles – PSA

Source: PSA The sacking of hundreds of workers at Kāinga Ora is just more evidence of the Government’s heartless treatment of vulnerable families who rely on the support of the state for a roof over their heads. Kāinga Ora today confirmed final plans to shed a net 620 roles across various teams. Many of these workers … Read more

Advocacy – NZNO care and support workers at Parliament for Budget Day

Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation Care and support workers who had their pay equity claims dumped overnight after years of work will meet at Parliament tomorrow to voice their frustration at the Coalition Government’s changes. The workers are members of New Zealand Nurses Organisation Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa (NZNO) and are some of the 3000 … Read more

Protect Pay Equity Budget Day hui at Parliament – PSA

Source: PSA PSA members will be turning out to support New Zealand women and pay equity at a multi-union Protect Pay Equity hui at Parliament tomorrow. The rally Is being held on Budget Day to highlight how the recent pay equity law changes were rushed through Parliament to free up billions of dollars to plug the … Read more

Media Advisory: Police graduation tomorrow in Porirua

Source: New Zealand Police Media are invited to the 384 Allan Boreham Police recruit wing graduation. What:   Graduation of the New Zealand Police Allan Boreham 384 Recruit Wing.Who:   For families and friends to celebrate with the newly attested Police officers.Why:   Completion and graduation from their initial training course.Where:  Te Rauparaha Arena, 17 Parumoana Street, Porirua.When:  … Read more

Space-tech Innovator Tenchijin Participated in “TECHNOMART Malaysia” at Malaysia Pavilion, Osaka-Kansai EXPO, Building Partnerships with Malaysian Companies

Source: Media Outreach OSAKA, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 May 2025 – Tenchijin Inc., a space-tech innovator, showcased its innovative solutions at “TECHNOMART Malaysia-Japan: B2B Session on the Space Industry” (“TECHNOMART Malaysia”) held at the Malaysia Pavilion of EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai on May 15. Organized by the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), … Read more

BlueOnion and Morningstar Sustainalytics Collaborate to Expand Sustainable Investment and Due Diligence Coverage

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 May 2025 – BlueOnion, an award-winning sustainability analytics platform has collaborated with Morningstar Sustainalytics, one of the world’s leading independent sustainability and corporate governance research, ratings and analytics firm to empower banks and asset managers to analyze and visualize sustainability data. This collaboration … Read more

Have your say on the Education and Training (Vocational Education and Training System) Amendment Bill

Source: The bill seeks to redesign the vocational education and training system to restore regional decision-making. It also aims to increase industry involvement in vocational education and training. The bill would do so by amending the Education and Training Act 2020 to: disestablish Te Pūkenga—New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology (Te Pūkenga) re-establish a … Read more

Late night Police teamwork land two arrests:

Source: New Zealand Police Police moved swiftly to apprehend two people attempting to burgle a Hunua property last night. Eagle, a dog handler and patrols were despatched to Ponga Road at around 9.30pm after the property owner, who was observing from a distance, alerted Police that he could see people on his property. “The rural … Read more

Parliament Hansard Report – Wednesday, 21 May 2025 – Volume 784 – 001480

Source: Govt’s austerity Budget to cause real harm in communities Question No. 10—Housing 10. TAKUTAI TARSH KEMP (Te Pāti Māori—Tāmaki Makaurau) to the Associate Minister of Housing: What role, if any, have the Government’s policies and decisions played in contributing to the 53 percent increase in homelessness in Tāmaki Makaurau between September 2024 and January … Read more

Parliament Hansard Report – Karakia/Prayers – 001479

Source: Govt’s austerity Budget to cause real harm in communities WEDNESDAY, 21 MAY 2025 The Speaker took the Chair at 2 p.m. KARAKIA/PRAYERS GREG O’CONNOR (Assistant Speaker): Almighty God, we give thanks for the blessings which have been bestowed on us. Laying aside all personal interests, we acknowledge the Queen and pray for guidance in … Read more

Parliament Hansard Report – Urgent Debates Declined — Gaza Aid—Signing of Joint Statement – 001478

Source: Govt’s austerity Budget to cause real harm in communities URGENT DEBATES DECLINED Gaza Aid—Signing of Joint Statement SPEAKER: Members, I’ve received a letter from the Hon Phil Twyford seeking to debate under Standing Order 399 the Government’s signing of a joint statement calling for Israel to allow a full resumption of aid into Gaza. … Read more

Greenpeace slams Federated Farmers over ‘selfish’ behaviour on climate

Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace says that Federated Farmers’ intent to ‘go to battle’ over methane targets is yet another example of the agri-business lobby group’s selfish approach to life on our collective home. Federated Farmers, Beef + Lamb and Dairy NZ have been pushing for methane targets aligned with ‘no additional warming’ – an approach that has … Read more

“A devastating record”: New Greenpeace analysis reveals almost half a million blue sharks caught as ‘bycatch’ in Central and Western Pacific in 2023

Source: Greenpeace TASMAN SEA – A new analysis of the latest fisheries data by Greenpeace Australia Pacific has revealed widespread slaughter of sharks in the Pacific Ocean by industrial longline fishers. The analysis estimates that almost half a million blue sharks were caught as bycatch in the region in 2023, the highest number in recorded history … Read more

Assault reignites Christchurch Hospital parking woes

Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation New Zealand Nurses Organisation Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa (NZNO) is concerned that after-hours attacks on Christchurch Hospital staff returning to their cars have continued without a proper long-term solution to parking in sight. It follows the recent assault on a student midwife going back to her car from Kurawaka Waipapa. … Read more

“A devastating record”: New Greenpeace analysis reveals almost half a million blue sharks caught as ‘bycatch’ in Central and Western Pacific in 2023

Source: Greenpeace TASMAN SEA – A new analysis of the latest fisheries data by Greenpeace Australia Pacific has revealed widespread slaughter of sharks in the Pacific Ocean by industrial longline fishers. The analysis estimates that almost half a million blue sharks were caught as bycatch in the region in 2023, the highest number in recorded history … Read more

Education – Open Polytechnic study helps ‘to shape’ Christchurch ECE graduate

Source: Open Polytechnic One hundred and five graduates from the South Island graduated at the Wigram Airforce Museum in Christchurch, Ōtautahi this week (Tuesday 20 May 2025), to receive their qualifications from Open Polytechnic, New Zealand’s specialist provider of online learning. Christchurch-based Bachelor of Teaching in Early Childhood Education graduate, Tessa Karati was the student speaker … Read more

CHAGEE’s Signature Drink Gets a Meaningful Makeover: Introducing BO·YA JASMINE GREEN MILK TEA

Source: Media Outreach In time for International Tea Day on 21 May, CHAGEE reintroduces its bestselling drink — with a new name that reflects its essence. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 May 2025 – This International Tea Day, CHAGEE unveils a new name for its global bestseller: BO·YA JASMINE GREEN MILK TEA. More … Read more

Is taking photos on a plane allowed?

Source: Reviewed May 2025 Can passengers take photos and videos on a plane? That’s a good question when most of us have easy access to our phones and inflight Wi-Fi being increasingly offered to passengers. Another public setting where this question might arise is recording of patients and staff in hospitals. Read our AskUs answer … Read more

NZ-AU: Canyon to Receive Significant Capital Injection to Support Rapid Development of Minim Martap

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) PERTH, Australia, May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canyon Resources Limited (ASX: CAY) (‘Canyon’ or the ‘Company’) is pleased to advise that it has received an option exercise notice to exercise 350 million options for $24.5m from its major shareholder, Eagle Eye Asset Holdings Pte Ltd (“EEA” or “Eagle Eye”). The Company … Read more

Serious crash: State Highway 12, Matakohe

Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are advised to expect delays on State Highway 12, west of Gallid Road, Matakohe. Emergency services are in attendance at a crash, reported at around 1.15pm. A car has left the road and landed in a ditch. Police advise that although both lanes are currently open, traffic restrictions are in … Read more

Submissions open for the Anzac Day Amendment Bill

Source: This bill would amend the Anzac Day Act 1966 to cover conflicts and persons who have served New Zealand in past or future times of war or in warlike conflicts that are not currently covered by the Act. Tell the Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade Committee what you think Make a submission on the … Read more

Star Living’s New Electronic Product Line Debuts Across Showrooms in May

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 May 2025 – Star Living, a home furnishing brand in Singapore, is proud to announce its expansion into the electronic product category this May. With a curated selection of everyday appliances and smart home essentials, the move marks a strategic step towards becoming a comprehensive, … Read more

Have your say on Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Amendment Bill

Source: Media Release Organisation:   Finance and Expenditure Committee For release:     21 May 2025 Have your say on Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Amendment Bill The Finance and Expenditure Committee is calling for submissions on the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Amendment Bill. The closing date for submissions is 11.59pm on Monday, 23 June … Read more

Have your say on Financial Markets Conduct Amendment Bill

Source: Media Release Organisation:   Finance and Expenditure Committee For release:     21 May 2025 Have your say on Financial Markets Conduct Amendment Bill The Finance and Expenditure Committee is calling for submissions on the Financial Markets Conduct Amendment Bill. The closing date for submissions is 11.59pm on Monday, 23 June 2025. This bill is … Read more

Have your say on Financial Service Providers (Registration and Dispute Resolution) Amendment Bill

Source: Media Release Organisation:   Finance and Expenditure Committee For release:     21 May 2025 Have your say on Financial Service Providers (Registration and Dispute Resolution) Amendment Bill The Finance and Expenditure Committee is calling for submissions on the Financial Service Providers (Registration and Dispute Resolution) Amendment Bill. The closing date for submissions is 11.59pm … Read more