Celebrating 60 Years of the Cook Islands’ Unique Path

Source: New Zealand Government Speech for Constitution Day Celebrations of the Cook Islands hosted by the Upokina Taoro (East Cook Island Community Group) and Cook Islands Development Agency New Zealand (CIDANZ) Kia Orana We’d like to begin by acknowledging Reverend Charles Pange, our hosts the East Cook Islands Community Group, with support from the Cook … Read more

Speech – transforming our national qualification

Source: New Zealand Government Tēnā koutou katoa,  It’s a privilege to speak with you today about the future of our national secondary qualification.  Thank you to Katherine Rich and Rachel Simpson from Business NZ and to Chapman Tripp for hosting us this morning. Can I thank the Prime Minister for his resolute commitment to raising education achievement … Read more

Health – Clare Foundation and Health Coalition Aotearoa launch bold partnership to tackle food system inequities in South Auckland

Source: Health Coalition Aotearoa Health Coalition Aotearoa (HCA) is proud to announce a new five-year partnership with Clare Foundation to address structural barriers to healthy food environments in South Auckland. This strategic collaboration will help South Auckland communities reclaim agency over their local food systems by creating systems and policy change. Clare Foundation’s tagged funding will … Read more

Energy reserve ensures security for next decade

Source: New Zealand Government Energy Minister Simon Watts and Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones have welcomed an agreement by Genesis, Mercury, Meridian, and Contact to establish a strategic energy reserve, which will boost energy security and support affordable energy prices.  “New Zealand needs reliable and stable power so our households and businesses can keep their … Read more

Replacing NCEA to transform secondary education

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is proposing to replace NCEA with new national qualifications that ensure young people have the knowledge and skills they need to succeed, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Education Minister Erica Stanford say. “We want every New Zealander to reach their full potential and contribute to a thriving economy— and that … Read more

Pay Equity – Documents reveal Govt efforts to avoid scrutiny on pay equity – CTU

Source: NZ CTU Newly released Government documents reveal the lengths to which ministers went to avoid scrutiny and ignore official advice on their decision to gut the Equal Pay Act and cancel pay equity claims. “These documents reveal that the Government did everything in its power to shut down public debate on pay equity in … Read more

Unlabelled GE food leaves consumers in the dark

Source: Charles Hyland, Chair, Soil & Health Association of New Zealand Aotearoa New Zealand – Consumers have just lost a fundamental right to informed choice about the food they’re eating, says the Soil & Health Association. New Zealand Food Safety Minister Andrew Hoggard and his eight Australian state counterparts have approved a decision to allow genetically engineered … Read more

“Colorful Guizhou” Shines in Kuala Lumpur – Guizhou Culture and Tourism Promotion Conference Held Successfully in Malaysia

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 August 2025 – In an effort to deepen cultural and tourism cooperation between China and Malaysia and further expand into the Southeast Asian market, the Guizhou Culture and Tourism Promotion Conference, hosted by the Department of Culture and Tourism of Guizhou Province, was … Read more

Zero Waste Network name evolves

Source: Zero Waste Network The Zero Waste Network is expanding to become Zero Waste Aotearoa so we can better achieve our goal of building a waste free future together.  Our updated name reflects the evolving scope of our work. We’ve gone from being a small group of committed people twenty years ago, to a nationwide … Read more

Boosting trade ties with Thailand and Indonesia

Source: New Zealand Government Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay departs today for Thailand and Indonesia to strengthen New Zealand’s economic ties with two of Southeast Asia’s largest and fastest‑growing economies. “Global food demand is expected to rise 47 per cent by 2050, and Southeast Asia is on track to become the world’s fourth-largest economy by … Read more

XIXILI Empowers Nursing Mothers with Expert Advice by Ricca Tai

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 August 2025 – In commemoration of Breastfeeding Week 2025, XIXILI shows its commitment to inclusivity by collaborating with Ricca Tai, a licensed pharmacist with a special focus on mothercare, post-natal wellness, and breastfeeding support, to provide expert breastfeeding advice for mothers. XIXILI’s Award … Read more

Speech to National Party Conference

Source: New Zealand Government Ka nui te mihi kia koutou. Kia Ora, good afternoon, everyone! How great is it to be here in Christchurch! Before I start can I acknowledge some people in the room with us today.  President Sylvia Wood and the newly elected Board, thank you for your service to the National Party … Read more

Unleashing growth on conservation land

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  02 August 2025 Source:  Office of the Prime Minister and the Minister of Conservation “The Department of Conservation manages huge tracts of New Zealand, from the most pristine parts of our National Parks and the Great Walks to areas of grassland used for grazing,” Mr Luxon says. “Many New Zealanders already … Read more

Dusit International signs strategic partnership for hotel development in France

Source: Media Outreach PARIS, FRANCE – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 August 2025 – Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has signed a strategic partnership agreement with SYDEL, a French real estate investment company, to establish Dusit France – a joint venture created to bring Dusit’s unique brand of Thai-inspired … Read more

Government-Private Sector-Civil Society Unite with Global Experts to Accelerate Green Transition Propelling Thailand Toward Low-Carbon Society

Source: Media Outreach Driving Two Key Agendas to Strengthen Global Competitiveness BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 August 2025 – SCG organized the ESG Symposium 2025 under the concept “GREEN BREAKTHROUGH AMID THE PERFECT STORM – Accelerate with Green, Survive Together” at SCG Headquarters, Bang Sue. The event drew over 300 participants comprising … Read more

Avoid unnecessary risks: Octa broker on crucial traders’ choices

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 August 2025 – For those trading in the financial markets, choosing an online broker is the foundation of their future success. So, when seasoned traders emphasise the importance of this choice, they really mean it. Outlined below are key issues that can—and likely … Read more

Guests of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Media and Think Tank Summit Visit Luoyang: Embracing the Dynamic Pulse of a Millennia-Old Ancient Capital

Source: Media Outreach LUOYANG, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 August 2025 – From July 23 to 27, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Media and Think Tank Summit was held in Zhengzhou, Henan Province. On July 26, over 100 guests embarked on a field visit to Luoyang, immersing themselves in the vitality and pulse of … Read more

AEON Bank and foodpanda Embark on a Strategic Partnership to Drive Growth and Create Value for Customers, Riders and Merchants

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 August 2025 – AEON Bank (M) Berhad, Malaysia’s first Islamic digital bank has officially entered into a strategic partnership with foodpanda Malaysia, the country’s leading online food and grocery delivery platform. This business-to-business (B2B) collaboration aims to increase digital banking adoption among their … Read more

InMobi Achieves 80% Penetration Among China’s Top Gaming Publishers, Showcases Next-Gen Ad Innovation at ChinaJoy 2025

Source: Media Outreach SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 August 2025 – InMobi, a global leader in mobile advertising and AI-powered monetization, is taking center stage at ChinaJoy 2025, highlighting its unparalleled growth and unwavering commitment to the Chinese developer ecosystem. With over 80% penetration among China’s top 100 gaming publishers and near-complete … Read more

Fresver Beauty Relocates Tampines Outlet to Simei to Meet Rising Demand for Personalised Wellness in the East

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 August 2025 – Fresver Beauty, a trusted name in Singapore’s wellness and facial care industry since 1988, has relocated its Tampines outlet to a larger and more accessible space in Simei. The new outlet officially opened on 23rd July 2025, a move aimed at meeting … Read more

Etiqa Insurance Singapore Relocates to New Office at Capital Square for Greater Accessibility and Growth

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 August 2025 – Etiqa Insurance Singapore, an insurance arm of Maybank Group, has officially opened the doors to its new office at Capital Square. This strategic relocation marks a significant step in Etiqa’s commitment to enhancing accessibility and fostering deeper connections with its customers, reflecting … Read more

Statement by Minister McClay following US tariff announcement

Source: New Zealand Government The United States has confirmed that tariffs on New Zealand exports will increase from 10 per cent to 15 per cent from 7 August, placing us alongside other key US trading partners including Japan and South Korea. Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay says, this decision appears to be based on … Read more

Life Sciences on the Chinese Mainland – Vital signs: Diagnosing trends in the life sciences real estate market on the Chinese mainland

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 August 2025 – Cushman & Wakefield, a leading global real estate services firm, today released its Life Sciences on the Chinese Mainland– Vital signs: Diagnosing trends in the life sciences real estate market on the Chinese mainland report. It is based on in-depth … Read more

FRV Announces Strategic Partnership with Envision, a Leader in Total Renewable Energy Solutions, for H2 Cumbuco Project in Brazil

Source: Media Outreach MADRID, SPAIN – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 August 2025 – MADRID, SPAIN Fotowatio Renewable Ventures (FRV), part of Jameel Energy, announced today its selection of Envision Energy (“Envision’) as its strategic partner in green ammonia project in Brazil. Envision has been selected for its leadership and proven expertise across a total … Read more

Documents reveal Government efforts to avoid scrutiny on pay equity – NZCTU

Source: NZCTU Newly released Government documents reveal the lengths to which ministers went to avoid scrutiny and ignore official advice on their decision to gut the Equal Pay Act and cancel pay equity claims. “These documents reveal that the Government did everything in its power to shut down public debate on pay equity in an … Read more

Johnson & Johnson launches The 3rd Opinion in Asia Pacific: a new term to elevate the patient voice in the lung cancer treatment journey

Source: Media Outreach Newly published research shows up to 77% of patients in Asia Pacific trust and rely on their physicians to decide their treatment for them despite 69% of physicians encouraging patients to engage in shared decision making1. A new term, coined The 3rd Opinion, is designed to spark a social movement that empowers … Read more

Takashi Murakami’s Ohana Hatake Unleashes a Floral Fantasy: “Field of Flowers” Lands at Pacific Place

Source: Media Outreach Ohana Hatake Pop-Up Blooms in Hong Kong Featuring the Global Debut of Four Vibrant New Colourways of Ohana Full-Bloom and Surippa Ohana HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 August 2025 – This summer, Pacific Place blossoms into an imaginative, fashion-forward floral dreamscape with the debut of “Field of Flowers” … Read more