Transform Your Home with the Next-Generation Cleaning Companion: Tineco’s Young Series – Powerful, Efficient, and Affordable

Source: Media Outreach Tineco launches the Young Series with three new floor washers: the Y2, Y3, and Y5 Stretch Ultra Experience the ultimate cleaning experience with these innovative floor washers, where cutting-edge technology meets energy efficiency and sleek design for unmatched performance SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 May 2025 – Tineco, a global … Read more

Commissioner initiates review into use of Police technology

Source: New Zealand Police Police Commissioner Richard Chambers has initiated a review to ensure Police has sufficiently strong controls to prevent or detect the misuse of Police technology and equipment for non-work-related purposes. The review was ordered on Monday May 12 and will be done independently and within as quick a timeframe as possible. “I … Read more

HKBU Survey Finds Over 3 in 4 Hong Kongers View Climate Change “Fake News” as a Significant Threat

Source: Media Outreach HKBU Fact Check Hosts Exhibition to Raise Public’s Science Information Literacy HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 May 2025 – Climate change remains a pressing global issue, but misinformation obscures public understanding. A survey conducted by HKBU Fact Check under Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) showed that over 3 … Read more

OzLoka® Customisable Industrial Storage Locker

Source: Press Release Service OzLoka® New Zealand, a leader in durable storage solutions, has unveiled its pioneering range of industrial storage lockers designed to redefine workplace organisation and security. Crafted with industrial-grade polyethylene, these industrial lockers are tailor-made to withstand harsh environments, ensuring durability and functionality in industries spanning manufacturing to healthcare. With features like … Read more

Scaffmore Launches Mobile Scaffolding App

Source: Press Release Service Scaffmore is proud to announce the launch of its innovative mobile scaffolding application, designed to transform the way scaffolders plan and execute their projects. By addressing longstanding challenges in the scaffolding industry, Scaffmore offers a user-friendly solution that enhances efficiency, reduces waste, and improves overall productivity. Bridging the Gap Between Planning … Read more

Serious crash, Christchurch Southern Motorway, Wigram

Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are advised to avoid the Christchurch Southern Motorway, State Highway 76, at Wigram following a crash this evening. Police were called to the scene, near the Awatea Road bridge, between Curletts Road and Halswell Junction Road about 6pm. The southern/western lanes are expected to be shut for some time, while … Read more

Night ends in custod-y for gang members

Source: New Zealand Police Two gang members on a late night cruise through the streets of Glen Eden ended the evening in Police custody. Officers patrolling the area spotted a vehicle, which had been reported stolen from an Avondale address last month, travelling on Woodbank Drive at about 11.10pm. Waitematā West Area Response Manager, Senior … Read more

Public submissions are now being called for the Valuers Bill and Amendment Paper 286

Source: Media Release Organisation: Office of the Clerk of the House of Representatives On behalf of: Primary Production Committee For release: 16 May 2025 Have your say on the Valuers BillThe Deputy Chairperson of the Primary Production Committee is calling for submissions on the Valuers Bill with a closing date of 11.59pm on Friday, 27 … Read more

Vietnam’s VinFast Rides the Green Wave into the Gulf

Source: Media Outreach VinFast, Vietnam’s electric vehicle champion, is steering into the Gulf with ambition and pride, transforming the nation’s global image from factory floor to innovation force. HANOI, VIETNAM- Media OutReach Newswire – 16 May 2025 – Ford means America. Toyota means Japan. And now VinFast – a name unfamiliar to most Westerners just … Read more

Trading Amid Turbulence: Octa Broker’s Guide to Navigating High-Volatility News Cycles

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 May 2025 – Today, financial markets no longer dance solely to the rhythm of macroeconomic data releases. Instead, they often lurch or rally in response to an offhand remark from a political leader or an abrupt policy tweet. Nowhere is this more evident … Read more

Name release: Fatal crash, Levin

Source: New Zealand Police Police can now release the name of the person who died in the two-vehicle crash on Oxford Street, Levin, on Monday 12 May. He was Joshua Eric Wilson, 33, of Levin. Police extend their sympathies to his family and friends at this difficult time. The circumstances of the crash remain under … Read more

Wellington-based man arrested in international cryptocurrency scam investigation

Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Detective Inspector Christiaan Barnard: A Wellington-based man was arrested by the Financial Crime Group in Auckland this morning as part of an FBI investigation into an organised criminal group who stole cryptocurrency from seven victims valued at US$265M (NZD$450M). Between March and August 2024, the cryptocurrency is alleged to … Read more

Police investigations continue after man injured

Source: New Zealand Police A Police investigation is ongoing after a man was seriously wounded in Papakura before lunchtime. The incident occurred at around 11.42am, when the victim suffered an injury outside a business on Settlement Road. Detective Senior Sergeant Michele Gillespie, of Counties Manukau CIB, says the victim sustained serious but not life-threatening injuries … Read more

Police seek witnesses to fatal crash

Source: New Zealand Police Motorists who were in the Pahiatua area yesterday afternoon may be able to help Police with the investigation into a fatal crash. About 3pm, a flatbed truck carrying containers and a grey Mini hatchback collided on State Highway 2, near the intersection with Avery Road. The driver of the car died … Read more

LussoCitta and KrisShop Announce Retail Partnership Focused on Accessible Luxury

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 May 2025 – LussoCitta, a Singapore-based online platform selling branded and designer products, has entered a partnership with KrisShop, flagship omnichannel retailer. The collaboration, which commenced in October 2024, forms part of Lusso Città’s broader retail expansion strategy aimed at making luxury products more accessible … Read more

Celebrating Hearts at Home: Eden Grace’s Annual Award Ceremony Recognises Meaningful Partnerships

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 May 2025 – Eden Grace, a trusted maid agency dedicated to fostering strong and respectful relationships between domestic helpers and employers in Singapore, is proud to announce its annual award ceremony, Heart of the Home Awards to be held in December (exact date and venue … Read more

Public Defence Service changes finalised

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Headline: Public Defence Service changes finalised 5:00pm – 15 May 2025 The Public Defence Service (PDS) is releasing the final outcome of its change process following consultation with staff.  The proposal was announced on 3 March 2025, and staff had the opportunity to provide feedback until 1 May.  “We had a … Read more

Speech to Hillside Workshops

Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets Good morning. First, let us reiterate the thanks already given to civic leaders, Ministers, Mayors, parliamentarians past and present, union leaders, business leaders and members of the public gathered here today.  Let us also acknowledge the KiwiRail workers of Dunedin, especially the former and current workers here … Read more

Speech to Otago Regional Growth Summit

Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets Thank you for being here. We appreciate your time. We appreciate your work. You have been joined this morning by five Ministers: The Honourable Shane Jones, a driving force for the economic success of provincial New Zealand. Customs Minister Casey Costello. South Island Minister James Meager, and … Read more

150 social homes for Hawke’s Bay through community-led approach

Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets Families in need will benefit from 150 new social homes to be delivered in Hawke’s Bay using a new community-led approach, Housing Minister Chris Bishop says. “As part of last year’s Budget, the Government invested $140 million into 1500 new social homes to be delivered by Community … Read more

New Manawatū Commercial Vehicle Safety Centre focused on improving compliance and efficiencies

Source: Argument for Lifting NZ Super Age Operations are now underway at the country’s newest commercial vehicle safety centre (CVSC), on State Highway 1/3 at Ohakea in Manawatū. This will streamline travel for heavy vehicle operators, deliver targeted enforcement by NZ Police, and efficient monitoring for heavy vehicle compliance. NZTA Commercial Vehicle Safety Programme Manager … Read more

Release: Minister’s rash orders fail frontline providers

Source: New Zealand Labour Party The Auditor-General has found serious failings in the Government’s review of frontline providers such as counselling and prevention services. “It’s been nearly a year and frontline providers who work with vulnerable families are still waiting on certainty about funding,” Labour children’s spokesperson Willow-Jean Prime said. “The Auditor-General has found that … Read more

Release: Prices keep rising while National cuts women’s pay

Source: New Zealand Labour Party Prices for essentials, like milk, butter and electricity continue to get more expensive under National, at the same time as the Government takes money from women’s pockets to save their budget.   “It’s more bad news for families today as food prices continue to go up under this Government,” Labour … Read more

Cat-astrophe avoided after purrfect find in car engine

Source: New Zealand Police A member of the public has narrowly avoided a complete cat-astrophe after hearing a funny noise coming from the engine of her vehicle. The woman had been shopping at Sylvia Park when she returned to her car and began hearing concerning sounds from the engine on the drive home. “The woman … Read more

Stats NZ information release: Māori population estimates: Mean year ended 31 December 2024 (2023-base)

Source: Statistics New Zealand Māori population estimates: Mean year ended 31 December 2024 (2023-base) – 16 May 2025 – Māori population estimates give the best available measure of the Māori ethnic population, by age and sex, usually living in Aotearoa New Zealand. This release contains the provisional estimate of the national Māori ethnic population for the mean year … Read more

Marine Environment – KASM slams government as EPA accepts seabed mining into fast-track process

Source: Kiwis Against Seabed Mining (KASM) Community group Kiwis Against Seabed Mining today slammed the Luxon Government for swinging open the back door to let the seabed miners have another go, at a time when opposition is at its strongest. It is understood that the Environmental Protection Authority has now accepted the application from wannabe … Read more

Stats NZ information release: Productivity statistics: 1978–2024

Source: Statistics New Zealand Productivity statistics: 1978-2024 – 16 May 2025 – Productivity is a measure of how efficiently capital and labour are used within the economy to produce outputs of goods and services. A higher productivity rate means a nation can either produce a higher level of goods and services with the same level … Read more