Media and Advocacy – BSA decision a warning to broadcasters to avoid Israeli propaganda narratives – PSA

Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa   A decision by the Broadcasting Standards Authority to uphold a complaint against a 1News broadcast in November is a warning to the news media, says the Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa.   The Broadcasting Standards Authority has ruled that a TVNZ news item on violence in Amsterdam breached BSA rules.   1News described … Read more

Government Waste – Nearly $3m wasted on consultants hired to plan axing of health workers – PSA

Source: PSA Consultants and contractors are the winners from the large-scale axing of health workers, pocketing nearly $3 million in precious health dollars since late 2023. Between October 2023 and February 2025, Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora paid out $2.8 million to external contractors and consultants to help the organisation manage the restructure of various … Read more

Trades and Education – Highbrook Facility Officially Opens Boosting Auckland’s Trades Sector

Source: Corporate PR for Skills Group A cutting-edge trades teaching and training facility which has officially opened at Highbrook is set to unlock educational opportunities across Auckland and fuel growth in the trades industry. The opening was marked with a symbolic wire-cutting ceremony — a nod to the electrical trade — led by 24-year-old student … Read more

Poll – New Zealanders back action on preventing alcohol harm – Health Coalition

Source: Health Coalition Aotearoa New Zealanders are calling time on the alcohol industry’s influence and supporting stronger safeguards to protect health-especially for children. “Alcohol is the most harmful drug in Aotearoa, but it’s marketed like a harmless treat,” says Karen Wright, Health Coalition Aotearoa. “Our legislation is outdated and is maintaining large inequities in harm. People … Read more

Wellington Queer Communities Protest Against NZ First’s Anti-Trans Bill

Source: Queer Endurance in Defiance (QED) On Saturday 8 May, around 400 protesters rallied with Queer Endurance in Defiance (QED), protesting against a proposed member’s bill by NZ First MP Jenny Marcroft, which aims to legally exclude trans people from definitions of “man” and “woman.” NZ First leader Winston Peters announced on 22 April that … Read more

InvestHK promotes Hong Kong as Asia’s business launch pad in Eastern Europe and Middle East

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 May 2025 – ​Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) announced today (May 10) that the Director-General of Investment Promotion at InvestHK, Ms Alpha Lau, will embark on a series of visits to Istanbul, Türkiye; Budapest, Hungary; and Cairo, Egypt, some of the key economies along … Read more

Health – “Please don’t die today” – a mother’s fight against asthma – Asthma and Respiratory Foundation

Source: Asthma and Respiratory Foundation “I love you, Mummy. Please don’t die today.” That’s what Jade Steven’s five-year-old son whispered to her one morning before school. For Jade, a mother-of-three from Wellington, those words captured the fear that comes with living – and parenting – while battling asthma. This World Asthma Day (on Tuesday 6 May), … Read more

Advocacy – Aotearoa New Zealand Stands in Solidarity: Keffiyeh Day, May 11, 2025 Announced

Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand – Communities across Aotearoa New Zealand are coming together to mark Keffiyeh Day on May 11, 2025 – a day of solidarity, cultural pride, and resistance in support of the Palestinian people. On this day, people from all walks of life are encouraged to wear the … Read more

NZ-AU: FioBit Launches New AI-Powered Mining: Automatically Mine Bitcoin Without Equipment Using the Best AI Mining Rig (2025’s Top Bitcoin Cloud Mining Provider Review)

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) Sydney, Australia, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In 2025, the landscape of cryptocurrency mining is shifting rapidly from hardware dependency to intelligent automation. Leading this transformation is FioBit, which has officially launched its latest AI-powered Bitcoin cloud mining system. With no mining hardware, no energy consumption on the user side, and no technical … Read more

Galaxy Macau Unveils World’s Largest Bentley Flying Spur Mulliner Fleet, Elevating Guest Experiences to New Levels of Luxury

Source: Media Outreach As the first of its kind in Hong Kong and Macau, the record-breaking fleet of legendary limousines was officially launched at the Galaxy Macau Forecourt, with all nine vehicles on magnificent display. MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 May 2025 – In keeping with its commitment to providing ultra-luxurious comfort … Read more

Xsolla Launches Buy Button for Mobile Games to Help Developers Take Back Control of Their Revenue

Source: Media Outreach New Court Ruling Enables Use of External Payment Links: Launch in Days, Keep More of What You Earn LOS ANGELES, USA – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 May 2025 – Xsolla, a global leader in video game commerce, today announced the launch of the Xsolla Buy Button for Mobile Games, a direct-to-consumer … Read more

Chubb Life Launches “Health Up” Insurance Plan to Foster a Wellness Lifestyle for the Tech-savvy Generation

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 May 2025 – Chubb Life Hong Kong today announced the launch of Health Up Insurance Plan (Health Up), a digital insurance plan aimed at promoting and facilitating well-being practices for individuals wishing to achieve a healthier lifestyle. Belinda Au(middle), Mercedes Ho (Right), with … Read more

2025 World Brand Moganshan Conference to pool global wisdom for sustained growth in changing era

Source: Media Outreach DEQING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 May 2025 – Starting from May 9, the 2025 World Brand Moganshan Conference (WBS), a much-anticipated annual extravaganza for the branding sector, will present a series of activities in Deqing, a charming small city in east China’s Zhejiang Province, according to the local information … Read more

Tembusu Law Launches Free On-Demand Legal Webinars to Expand Access to Legal Information

Source: Media Outreach Singaporeans can access free e-books, videos, and expert Q&A sessions through the firm’s digital platform. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 May 2025 – In a move to make legal guidance more accessible to the public, Singapore-based law firm Tembusu Law has announced they will launch a new on-demand legal webinar … Read more

Hong Kong Life as the Title Sponsor of the “Greater Bay Area Snooker Culture Challenge”

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 May 2025 – Hong Kong Life is pleased to announce its title sponsorship of “Greater Bay Area Snooker Culture Challenge”, in collaboration with organizers – Ming Snooker Club, Sum Supreme Media and Sum Supreme Sport, to present an exciting snooker event. The challenge … Read more

Advocacy – A Message to Pope Leo XIV – Statement from the Palestine Forum of New Zealand

Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand The Palestine Forum of New Zealand extends its heartfelt congratulations to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on his election as the 267th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church. We recognize this moment as a significant chapter in the Church’s history, and we pray that His Holiness will be a … Read more

Castel Châteaux & Grands Crus Announces the Best Young Sommelier Competition – Asia Edition 2025 to showcase the talent of aspiring sommeliers across 10 regions in Asia

Source: Media Outreach HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 May 2025 – Castel Châteaux & Grands Crus proudly announces the Best Young Sommelier Competition by Castel Châteaux & Grands Crus – Asia Edition 2025, a landmark event designed to cultivate and celebrate the next generation of sommeliers talent throughout Asia. … Read more

De Beers Group Announces Intention To Close Lightbox Business

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 May 2025 – De Beers Group today announces its intention to close its lab-grown diamond (“LGD”) jewellery brand, Lightbox, reinforcing De Beers Group’s commitment to natural diamonds in the jewellery sector. As part of the closure process, De Beers Group is discussing the … Read more

G2E Asia and Asian IR Expo Open Today, 100 Exclusive Product Launches on Display

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 May 2025 – G2E Asia and Asian IR Expo, the leading marketplace for the gaming, entertainment and integrated resorts sectors, officially opens today at The Venetian Macao, with more than 10,000 industry professionals from 80 countries and regions expected to attend. Running from … Read more

Luxshare Precision Releases 2024 Annual Results: Sustained Revenue and Net Profit Growth with Active Fulfillment of Corporate Social Responsibility

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 May 2025 – At the end of last month, Luxshare Precision (002475.SZ) released its 2024 annual results, Q1 2025 financial report, and mid-2025 earnings forecast. The reports indicate that Luxshare Precision achieved operating income of RMB 268.795 billion in 2024, representing a 15.91% … Read more

OPPO Launches Updated Photography Awards for 2025, Super Every Moment with Enhanced Mobile Photography

Source: Media Outreach Featuring the biggest prize pool and most diverse categories to date, the OPPO Photography Awards 2025 celebrate the talent behind every shot SHENZHEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 May 2025 – OPPO has recently officially launched its annual mobile photography competition, the OPPO Photography Awards 2025. As a global platform … Read more

Hong Kong Civil Claim Centre (hkcivilclaim.com) Officially Launched to Provide Comprehensive Information on Work Injuries and Civil Claims

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 May 2025 – The Hong Kong Civil Claim Centre (hkcivilclaim.com) officially launched today as an information and referral platform designed specifically for Hong Kong residents. The platform focuses on providing clear and transparent guidance on work injuries, traffic accidents, and other civil claims, … Read more

Transport – Government’s Ferry Delays Start to Bite

Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand The announcement last week that the Aratere ferry is going to be retired has been met with great concern by members of peak road freight group Transporting New Zealand. CEO Dom Kalasih says truck operators are very concerned about reduced capacity across the Cook Strait, rising freight costs, and … Read more

Climate – Students representing New Zealand at the ‘Olympics of science fairs’ forging pathway for international recognition – NIWA

Source: NIWA Two students are on their way to the United States to represent New Zealand at the ‘Olympics’ of science fairs, the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) in Columbus, Ohio, which starts this weekend. The two New Zealand students are hoping to stand out among the nearly 2,000 young scientists from 70 other … Read more

Stats NZ information release: LGBT+ population of Aotearoa New Zealand: Year ended June 2023

Source: Statistics New Zealand LGBT+ population of Aotearoa New Zealand: Year ended June 2023 – 9 May 2025 – LGBT+ population of Aotearoa New Zealand provides key demographic and economic characteristics of the LGBT+ population as a whole, of the transgender and non-binary populations, and of the sexual minorities’ populations. The statistics include qualifications and … Read more

NZ-AU: FioBit’s Ultimate Dogecoin Cloud Mining Guide for 2025: Secure DOGE Investment Without Hardware Using the Most Trusted Crypto Mining Provider to Hedge Against Bitcoin Drops

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) Sydney, Australia , May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As Bitcoin continues to experience short-term volatility in 2025, a growing number of investors are shifting toward alternative cryptocurrencies with more stable potential. Dogecoin (DOGE), with its low entry cost and active global community, has emerged as a strong hedge against Bitcoin price declines—especially … Read more

Property Market – Renters could be $700/year better-off with decade-high rental stock

Source: Brainchild for RealEstate.co.nz Supply of rental properties the highest for any April since 2016  Weekly rent softens by an average of $14/week nationally   Cost of living crisis keeps would-be renters at home while investors retain properties  Friday 9 May, 2025 – Renters have more money in their pocket and more properties to choose … Read more