Hongkong Land’s BaseHall becomes Hong Kong’s first F&B venue to achieve “Triple Platinum” green building certifications

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Source: Media Outreach Hongkong Land is a major listed property investment, management and development group. Founded in 1889, it is a market leader in the development of experience-led city centres that unlock value for generations by combining innovation, placemaking, exceptional hospitality and sustainability. The Group focuses on developing, owning and managing ultra-premium mixed-use real estate … Read more

Parisian Luxury Debuts in Bangkok: Rabbit Holdings, under BTS Group, in cooperation with Ananda Unveil “THE RESIDENCES 38” Bangkok’s Ultra-Luxury Condominium with First-Ever Private Fine Dining Kitchen—Together with La Clef Bangkok by The Crest Collection

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Source: Media Outreach The French Art de Vivre comes to Sukhumvit 38, combining the ultra-luxury living of The Residences 38, the refined hospitality of La Clef Bangkok by The Crest Collection, and exclusive private dining experiences. BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 September 2025 – Rabbit Holdings Public Company Limited, a subsidiary of … Read more

Man charged following football fight

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Source: New Zealand Police A man has been arrested and charged following a fight at a football match in Sunnynook, which left a player with a broken jaw. At about 1.30pm on 28 June, Police were called following a scuffle between players from two teams following a football game at Sunnynook Park. Waitematā East Area … Read more

New hub will bring outpatient services together in Christchurch

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Source: New Zealand Government The refurbishment of Christchurch Hospital’s new Ambulatory Care Hub is now complete, with services beginning to transition into the new space, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “This $4.7 million hub marks a major step forward for outpatient care in Canterbury, making it easier for patients to access the services they need … Read more

NZ-AU: China-Australia ties have “exciting opportunities” especially in services trade: Australian accounting expert

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Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) BEIJING, Sept. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The 2025 CIFTIS opened in Beijing on Wednesday, themed “Embrace Intelligent Technologies, Empower Trade in Services.” “I’ve seen more EVs in China in a day and a half than I’ve seen in probably a month in Australia,” said Mr. Dale Pinto, President and chair of … Read more

Allianz Trade in Asia Pacific appoints CEO for Hong Kong Hub

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 September 2025 – Allianz Trade in Asia Pacific is pleased to appoint Hassan Omaish to the role of CEO for Hong Kong, South Korea and Taiwan (collectively Hong Kong Hub) with effect from 1 October 2025. He will succeed Edmond Lee who is … Read more

Serious crash, SH1, Oamaru

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Source: New Zealand Police Police are on the scene of a two-vehicle crash on the intersection of Thames and Ouse Streets in Oamaru. Emergency services received reports of the crash around 12.52pm. Two people are reported to have serious and moderate injuries and are being treated by ambulance staff. The road is closed with diversions … Read more

Building overseas? Know New Zealand’s maritime design, construction and equipment rules first

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Source: Maritime New Zealand Planning to build a vessel overseas for use in New Zealand under our Maritime Operator Safety System (MOSS)? Understanding local design, construction and equipment (DCE) rules and their application early on can help ensure a smooth process. New Zealand’s 40-Series maritime rules – the DCE rules – set mandatory standards for … Read more

Merlin Entertainments’ LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Hong Kong Halloween Special Event: “Monster Party” Unleashes a Brick-or-Treat Adventure

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 September 2025 – From now until 2 November 2025, LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Hong Kong, part of Merlin Entertainments Group, invites LEGO® fans of all ages to dive into the spooktacular “Monster Party”! Get ready for the “LEGO® Brick-or-Treat” challenges, bursting with interactive games, … Read more

Government temporarily suspends recognition of unsafe international adoptions

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government is moving with urgency to suspend recognition of unsafe international adoptions to protect children and young people from harm, Associate Justice Minister, Nicole McKee says. The Adoption Amendment Bill has been introduced to the House today to immediately and temporarily suspend New Zealand’s recognition of unsafe overseas adoptions for … Read more

Camera equipped trailers set to join New Zealand’s safety camera fleet this week

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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is set to roll out the first roadside mobile safety camera operated in a trailer later this week, joining the fleet of camera-equipped SUVs which have been operating across the country since May this year. The first trailer will be begin operating in … Read more

Strong local interest for Picton road network improvements project

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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Following engagement with the Picton community, businesses and stakeholders, designs are being progressed for the Picton road network improvements project. Richard Osborne, Regional Manager System Design, says NZTA/Waka Kotahi has engaged with multiple stakeholders including well-attended community sessions in June. “Overall, the feedback shows people are interested in the project … Read more

Porirua invited to get behind Clean Up Week

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Source: Porirua City Council Porirua City is getting behind National Clean Up Week this year by organising a litter collection event and making clean up kits available for residents to use. The annual week-long event, happening this year from 19-25 September, is organised by Keep New Zealand Beautiful with the aim to encourage people to pick … Read more

Wellington Chamber of Commerce welcomes sensible steps for business

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Source: Wellington Chamber of Commerce The Wellington Chamber of Commerce has welcomed the Government’s announcement of updates to the Commerce Act, released as part of its Going for Growth agenda. Acting Chief Executive Amanda Wood says the changes provide a helpful step toward greater clarity and certainty for businesses. “Clearer rules and oversight give local businesses … Read more

University Research – Most kids told of their biological origins – UoA

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Source: University of Auckland (UoA) Almost all parents (86%) tell their donor-conceived children about their origins, with single parent (89%) and same-sex parents (96%) the most likely to do so. Four out of five parents tell their donor-conceived children about their biological origins, according to new research out of Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland. … Read more

Retail offenders a hot commodity

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Source: New Zealand Police A team tackling retail crime across some south Auckland town centres have clocked up, and locked up, some promising numbers in the past year. In July 2024, the Counties Manukau South Community Engagement Team noticed that high rates of retail offending were contributing to a general sense of unease among shoppers … Read more

Northland Regional Council news briefs – 16 September 2025

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Source: Northland Regional Council WORLD CAR FREE DAY – MONDAY 22 SEPTEMBER Northland Regional Council is celebrating World Car Free Day again, by offering free bus travel on their Buslink and CityLink services on Monday 22 September. In Whangārei, CityLink bus rides will be free all day. Northland Regional Council, Whangārei District Council and Northland Road … Read more

Child Fund – Over 12.7m people now need humanitarian support in Ukraine

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Source: ChildFund New Zealand 12.7 million people in Ukraine, 36% of the population, now require humanitarian assistance just to meet their basic needs, reported by the United Nations. “About 6.5 million of them are women and girls – that’s bigger than the population of New Zealand,” says ChildFund New Zealand CEO, Josie Pagani. Critical infrastructure such as … Read more

NZ-AU: Paladin Announces A$300 Million Fully Underwritten Equity Raising to Advance the PLS Project

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Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) Not for release to US newswire services or distribution in the United States PERTH, Australia, Sept. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Paladin Energy Ltd (ASX:PDN, TSX:PDN, OTCQX:PALAF) (Paladin or the Company) announces it has launched a fully underwritten equity raising, comprising (i) an A$231 million ASX institutional placement of new Paladin fully … Read more

Government restores real consequences for crime

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Source: New Zealand Government Today the Government’s sentencing reforms take effect, restoring real consequences for crime, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “Communities and hardworking New Zealanders should not be made to live and work in fear of criminals who clearly have a flagrant disregard for the law, corrections officers and the general public. “We know … Read more

Ambitious new Aviation Action Plan takes flight

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Source: New Zealand Government An ambitious new Aviation Action Plan has been released, containing 25 actions to grow and future-proof the aviation sector, ensuring it continues to deliver for all New Zealanders. Associate Transport Minister James Meager launched the plan, led by industry through the Interim Aviation Council in partnership with government, while speaking at … Read more

Environment – “Tough on crime” Government lets repeat pesticide offenders off the hook

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Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace is calling the Government’s “tough on crime” rhetoric a complete sham after official documents reveal companies repeatedly breaking food safety laws are escaping prosecution. Documents released to Greenpeace show that since 2021, four companies were caught selling food with illegally high levels of pesticide residues on multiple occasions. Yet, in the past nine … Read more

Earth Sciences NZ and SPREP Formalise Partnership for Pacific Climate and Environmental Resilience

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Source: Earth Sciences New Zealand Earth Sciences New Zealand and the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marking a significant milestone in their decades-long collaboration on environmental science and resilience in the Pacific. This first formal agreement between the two organisations establishes a framework for deeper cooperation … Read more

Summer forecast: trillions of seeds and rat plagues

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Source: NZ Department of Conservation By Janel Hull This summer, we expect the South Island to experience the biggest beech forest mast in seven years where trillions of seeds blanket forest floors. Beech masts provide a bounty of food but unfortunately also trigger a dangerous ripple effect for native species. Food is abundant Rat and stoat populations … Read more

DOC ramps up pest control ahead of major mast

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Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  16 September 2025 The predicted beech mast will drop trillions of seeds, fuelling a surge in rodents then stoats – with potentially devastating impacts on native birds, bats, snails and other species. DOC National Predator Control Programme Manager Peter Morton says it’s expected to be the biggest beech mast in … Read more

Going For Growth: Competition Reform

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government is beefing up the Commerce Act for the first time in nearly 20 years to provide greater protection to the public and more certainty for business, Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis and Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson say.  “These changes provide more certainty and reliability for businesses, … Read more

Immigration Minister travels to US to meet investors and boost economic growth

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Source: New Zealand Government Immigration Minister Erica Stanford will head to the United States this week to lead a delegation of immigration and investment private sector participants to promote our Active Investor Plus visa, with events hosted by Invest NZ who have organised the delegation. “Since our changes were implemented on 1 April, the Active … Read more