Release of Years 0-10 curriculum marks education milestone 

Source: New Zealand Government Education Minister Erica Stanford today released the final two learning areas – Health and Physical Education and the Arts – completing the release of the updated Years 0-10 New Zealand Curriculum. This follows the release of the Year 0-10 learning areas Technology and Learning Languages, last week. “This curriculum provides a…

The Iranian People Receive the 2026 Freedom Prize

Source: Media Outreach The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom awards its Freedom Prize 2026 to the courageous people of Iran who are fighting for freedom, civil rights and democracy. POTSDAM, GERMANY – Newsaktuell – 15 September 2026 -The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom honors the Iranian people with its Freedom Prize 2026 on 7 November … Read more

VEC and dmg events Announce Strategic Partnership, Opening a New Chapter for the Vietnam International Industrial Fair (VIIF)

Source: Media Outreach VIIF 2027 will expand its exhibition space and add a programme of strategic conferences and technical seminars, networking opportunities for senior executives and business matching, with the aim of connecting the full manufacturing value chain. HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 September 2026 – At the opening ceremony of Vietnam … Read more

Appeal for information following Mt Victoria assault, Wellington

Source: New Zealand Police Police investigating an assault in Mount Victoria last week are appealing to the public for information. Police were called to Austin Street at about 11.40pm on Wednesday 9 September. Detective Senior Sergeant Tim Leitch from Wellington CIB says a resident of Austin Street was randomly approached by two men as she…

TAT Celebrates the Success of the Amazing Thailand Ambassador Campaign, Sparking a Viral “Feel All the feelings” Phenomenon with Over 448 Million Impressions

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 September 2026 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) celebrates the success of the “Amazing Thailand Ambassador” project, which generated more than 448 million impressions across media and digital channels. The initiative reflects TAT’s efforts to evolve how Thailand is communicated as a destination … Read more

Have you seen Stacey?

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Senior Sergeant Dan Overend: Police are appealing for information to help locate Stacey, who has been reported missing since after failing to return home from her usual morning walk in Christchurch. Stacey left her home in Redgrave Street between 8am and 9am on Monday 14 September and…

Skyro Unveils Refreshed Visual Identity as It Builds a Global Financial Ecosystem

Source: Media Outreach The fintech is evolving from a consumer loans provider in the Philippines into an international multi-product financial ecosystem MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 September 2026 – Skyro, a fast-growing digital finance platform, today began rolling out its refreshed visual identity, launching first with a redesigned app in the Philippines … Read more

Serious crash, Mavora, Southland

Source: New Zealand Police Mavora Lakes Road, Southland is closed following a crash. The single vehicle crash between Centre Hill Road and Mount Nicholas Road was reported just after 2pm.  One person has been critically injured. Motorists are advised to avoid the area as no detours are available. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre 

Business wants economic growth locked in, tax settings held steady and infrastructure delivered, Election Survey finds

Source: BusinessNZ New Zealand businesses want the next Government to keep the economy growing, hold a steady course on tax and finally deliver on long-promised infrastructure, according to the results of the Deloitte and Chapman Tripp Election Survey, released today by BusinessNZ at the Deloitte and Chapman Tripp Election Conference 2026. The survey, now regarded … Read more

Flam Raises US$40 million (S$51 Million) in Series B Funding to Scale AI-Powered Interactive Content

Source: Media Outreach SAN FRANCISCO, USA – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 September 2026 – Flam, an AI interactive content company, has raised US$40 million (S$51 million) in Series B funding led by QED Investors. Claypond Capital, Martin Chavez, Olivier Pomel, Venky Harinarayan, and Shah Rukh Khan joined the round, with existing investors RTP Global … Read more

ONYX Hospitality Group Strengthens Sustainable Hotel Operations Through Strategic Partnership with SP Group

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 September 2026 – ONYX Hospitality Group, one of Asia Pacific’s leading hospitality management companies, has strengthened its commitment to more sustainable hotel operations through a strategic partnership with SP Group (SP), one of the region’s leading sustainable energy solutions providers. The collaboration marks a … Read more

The Longines Hong Kong International Horse Show Returns to the AsiaWorld-Expo in January 2027, Cementing Its Status as Asia’s Ultimate Lifestyle and Sporting Destination

Source: Media Outreach Hong Kong’s most anticipated social occasion returns – a vibrant celebration of world-class equestrian sport combined with fashion, food, and entertainment, all under one roof. HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 September 2026 – Tickets for the Longines Hong Kong International Horse Show (LHKIHS) go on sale, ahead of … Read more

China’s development philosophy resonates across Global South at BRICS Summit

Source: Media Outreach NEW DELHI, INDIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 September 2026 – The 2026 BRICS Summit was held in New Delhi from Saturday to Sunday, bringing together leaders of major emerging economies to promote inclusive global governance, strengthen multilateralism and foster sustainable global economic growth. When addressing the Session I of the … Read more

Police acknowledge arson and manslaughter convictions in relation to the death of Ian David Moller

Source: New Zealand Police Police acknowledge yesterday’s convictions in the High Court at Wellington in relation to the death of 82-year-old Ian David Moller in 2024. A 41-year-old from Naenae and a 34-year-old from Stokes Valley were found not guilty of murder but guilty of manslaughter and arson. A third man was found not guilty…

Road closed, Palm Beach Boulevard, Papamoa

Source: New Zealand Police Palm Beach Boulevard is closed at the intersection of Gravatt Road in Papamoa after a crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian this afternoon. Police were alerted to the incident around 1.20pm. One person is in a critical condition. Motorists are advised to expect delays. ENDS

The Carnival Fair Reaches 1,200 Events Milestone Across Singapore

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 September 2026 – The Carnival Fair, Singapore’s carnival event and rental specialist, is happy to announce that it has crossed 1,200 events delivered since its founding, cementing its position as one of the country’s most trusted names in carnival experiences. The milestone spans a client … Read more

Pharmac proposal to improve access to medicines for people with high blood pressure and bacterial infections

Source: PHARMAC Pharmac is seeking feedback on a proposal that would make it easier for people with high blood pressure and bacterial infections to access funded medicines. The proposal would see one new medicine funded, and funded access to three other medicines would be widened and simplified. Some medicines that are currently funded through Pharmac’s…

New GP guidance supports fairer assessments for older drivers

Source: New Zealand Government Seniors Minister Casey Costello has welcomed new clinical guidance to support assessments of older drivers’ fitness to drive. The updated guidance confirms that older drivers should not undergo routine cognitive screening based on age alone. Health practitioners should assess each person individually and use cognitive screening where there is a clinical…

Health Accelerator digital assistant unlocks more than $500,000 for general practices

Source: Health Accelerator 15 September A digital assistant designed to reduce administrative burden in primary care has helped general practices across Aotearoa recover more than $500,000 in previously unclaimed ACC funding, delivering a significant financial boost to practices at a time of increasing cost pressures. Developed by Health Accelerator, the national primary care innovation hub, … Read more

Protecting Human Rights in a Time of Global Conflict

Source: Conversation at the Crossroads Amnesty International has described the upsurge of human rights violations as a direct “attack on humanity”. It is also a direct attack on democracy. This rapidly worsening situation requires our attention, hence the forum on 30 September to which you are warmly invited. Full details below . May I take … Read more

Govt accepts recommendations in the Phillips Inquiry

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has accepted all of the recommendations in the Public Inquiry into the Disappearance of the Phillips Children, which was released today. “The circumstances of this case were exceptional, if not unique, however lessons must nonetheless be learned, particularly how agencies should work and operate together,” Louise Upston says. “At the…

Statement on the Public Inquiry into the Disappearance of the Phillips Children

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Police Commissioner Richard Chambers: NZ Police acknowledges the findings and accepts the recommendations of the Public Inquiry into the Disappearance of the Phillips Children.  As the Inquiry noted, this was a complex and unique situation and the investigation was undertaken in a very physically challenging environment over nearly…

PSA – Simeon Brown must come clean with voters – is National planning to sell off the state’s silver again?

Source: Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi Simeon Brown’s refusal today to say whether Treasury has recommended selling state assets, or to rule out asset sales should National lead the next government, raises the question voters deserve an answer to: is there a secret agenda being hatched? The Minister of State-Owned Enterprises today … Read more

Tech and Security – Cyber accountability is about to get serious and New Zealand’s forgotten middle are least prepared

Source: Revolution InfoSec WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND – 15th September, 2026 – Business leaders are increasingly accountable for cyber security, yet most of the software designed to manage it is built for technical specialists. New Zealand cyber security consultancy Revolution InfoSec believes this has created a “forgotten middle” of New Zealand businesses. These organisations have outgrown … Read more

Education – 1,250 School Principals Assemble as Global Convention Comes to Auckland

Source: New Zealand Principals’ Federation Around 1,000 school principals from across Aotearoa will join delegates from over 20 countries in Auckland this week as the New Zealand Principals’ Federation hosts the 2026 International Confederation of Principals Convention. Running from 16 to 18 September at the New Zealand International Convention Centre, the global event will be … Read more