Hong Kong at Maritime Crossroads: New Studies Reveal Unprecedented Opportunity for Kickstarting the Blue Economy

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 May 2025 – In a rare convergence of economic and environmental expertise, three landmark studies released today by ADM Capital Foundation, HKUST and WWF-Hong Kong, presenting a transformative vision—Hong Kong can reinvent itself as Asia’s premier blue economy hub. The reports—Port 1.0 to … Read more

Exclusive Seaside-Inspired Collection Featuring Disney’s Stitch Launches Now at OH!SOME

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 May 2025 – The storefront of OH!SOME’s Grand Kota Bintang location in Bekasi is getting a limited-time makeover to celebrate OH!SOME’s latest collaboration with Disney. OH!SOME’s Stitch-themed collection launched globally on May 9, ahead of the release of Disney’s live-action “Lilo & Stitch“. … Read more

Hang Lung Achieves Sustainability Milestone: 80% of Mainland Portfolio Powered by Renewable Energy

Source: Media Outreach Forum 66, Palace 66, and Olympia 66 are the first commercial developments in Liaoning Province to be powered by wind and solar energy HONG KONG SAR & SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 May 2025 – Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101) (the “Company” or “Hang Lung”) announced … Read more

Tourism Seychelles Shares Ideas for Singapore’s June Holidays — Visit Majestic Morne Blanc Trail and many other attractions

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 May 2025 – The month-long June school holidays are ahead in the weeks ahead. Feeling the usual ‘have-been-going-back-to-the same destination’s dread. There is a great idea for the whole family – head over to Seychelles. Morne Blanc Fresh off the press is a great tourist … Read more

Prudential Singapore partners with IMDA to drive SMEs’ adoption of Generative AI

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 May 2025 – Prudential Singapore (“Prudential”) has launched GenAI XPonential, a new programme in partnership with the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) to accelerate the adoption of Generative AI (GenAI) among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Unveiled by Senior Minister of State for Digital Development … Read more

World’s First Post-Quantum Cybersecurity ASICs: Slovak Pioneer Revolutionizes Defense Tech at DSEI Japan 2025

Source: Media Outreach TOKYO, JAPAN – EQS Newswire – 27 May 2025 – Decent Cybersecurity, the only Slovak company with its own stand at DSEI Japan 2025, has successfully positioned itself for expansion into the Japanese and broader Asian markets with its cutting-edge post-quantum cryptography solutions. At the prestigious defense exhibition held in Chiba from … Read more

New chair and three new Board members for Transpower

Source: New Zealand Government A combination of new talent and proven experience will leave the Transpower New Zealand Ltd Board well equipped to lead the company during a critical period of growth and development, State Owned Enterprises Minister Simeon Brown says.Mr Brown has announced the elevation of director Michele Embling from 1 June 2025 to … Read more

Safeguarding the health of Manukau Harbour

Source: Auckland Council Auckland’s Manukau Harbour Te Maanukanuka-o-Hoturoa is well-loved and well-used by Aucklanders – so it’s important we continue to protect the health and vitality of the harbour.  In 2024, Auckland Council’s Planning, Environment and Parks Committee adopted strategic direction to achieve better environmental outcomes for the Manukau Harbour and endorsed a forward work … Read more

Banking Sector – Kiwibank introduces new credit card benefits as Airpoints partnership ends

Source: Kiwibank Kiwibank and Air New Zealand decide to end Airpoints partnership. Regulatory and economic impacts affecting the value and viability of the Kiwibank Airpoints credit card programme. Kiwibank launch enhanced Platinum Visa card with domestic and overseas travel insurance to better meet the needs of more customers. Over the past decade, the regulatory and … Read more

Creating Spaces That Matter: Avenue K’s Drive For Connection And Community Impact

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 May 2025 – Avenue K Shopping Mall is reaffirming its commitment to inclusivity, sustainability, and holistic well-being as core pillars of its community engagement. In today’s evolving urban landscape, Avenue K continues to be a vibrant hub where individuals of all backgrounds, interests, … Read more

Health Ministry Losing Count Of Euthanasia Deaths

Source: Family First MEDIA RELEASE – 27 May 2025 Family First is appalled to see that the Ministry of Health has once again erroneously reported euthanasia numbers in New Zealand including one quarter where the number of deaths nearly doubled. “This raises significant concerns about the upcoming review of the law and whether it will … Read more

Wolfzhowl Global expands to Southeast Asia and Australia with Waheed Bidiwale as the Global CEO and Jean Paul as the SEA CEO

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 May 2025 – Wolfzhowl, a 13-year-old brand and consumer strategy consultancy, is seamlessly blending strategy with technology. #StraTech, as the company calls it, is an approach to ensure the best of strategy of socio-cultural, behaviors & data-led insights is enacted faster, with scale, and in … Read more

Government Cuts – Govt funding squeeze sees DOC propose cutting 84 roles – PSA

Source: PSA – More than 90% of those losing their livelihoods are women workers Two weeks after their pay equity claim was cancelled, dozens of underpaid, mostly women frontline workers at the Department of Conservation (DOC) are now facing redundancy. In a change proposal released today, DOC is looking at another round of job cuts, as … Read more

‘Reverse waterslide’ at Allandale Stream helps fish swim upstream

Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Limited fish before the ramp Our central biodiversity advisor Martin Rutledge, who led the project and assisted the trust with resource consent, said before the ramp was built surveys showed only tuna/eel and one red finned bully was found upstream of the weir. “There wasn’t the usual range of species … Read more

Horeke homicide: Police seeking information to assist ongoing investigation

Source: New Zealand Police Northland Police investigating the death of a Horeke man are seeking information from the public in the case. Today, Police are also formally releasing the victim’s name. Daniel Hepehi, also known as Danny Whiston, was found with critical injuries at a property in Waikerikeri Road in the early hours of May … Read more

Timber exports to Viet Nam set to grow

Source: New Zealand Government Forestry and Trade Minister, Todd McClay has today announced a new Cooperation Arrangement between New Zealand and Viet Nam that will grow timber exports and remove potential trade barriers for our forestry sector. The arrangement will see New Zealand’s radiata pine recognised under Viet Nam’s evolving timber construction standards, opening more … Read more

Delivering for farmers as they deliver for economy

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand dairy farmers are ending the 2024/25 season on a high, with increased production and record milk prices delivering real gains to the rural economy and every Kiwi household, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay says. “Dairy exports are a cornerstone of New Zealand’s economy, contributing $4,700 for every New Zealander. This … Read more

Geopolitical tensions lead to increasing risks for shipping sector globally

Source: Media Outreach Allianz Safety and Shipping Review 2025: Trade conflict between the US and China and growing shadow fleet add to substantial challenges for the shipping industry. Despite geopolitical headwinds: only 27 large ships lost worldwide in 2024, down by more than 20%, the industry’s lowest-ever total. Progress made on traditional risks such as … Read more

Nelson courthouse to reopen to public after seismic upgrade

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Justice Headline: Nelson courthouse to reopen to public after seismic upgrade Work to address a potentially critical seismic risk at Nelson courthouse is now complete, and the building is expected to reopen to the public on Wednesday, June 4. The Ministry of Justice vacated the courthouse in February after an … Read more

media release archive

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Justice Headline: media release archive Media release archive This is the media release archive for releases 2017 and earlier. For current news, please see the main media release section. Satisfaction with our services remains high 21/12/2017, 2:20 pm Over 80% of people coming to court are highly satisfied with how … Read more

news section

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Justice Headline: news section News See the latest updates on news and events around the Ministry. If you can’t find what you’re looking for here, try our media release section or news archive. Budget 2025 22/05/2025, 9:00 am Budget 2025 contains significant investment in our core institutions – courts, the justice … Read more

Shift stock, not slop: minimise effluent spills this Moving Day

Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Shift stock, not slop: minimise effluent spills this Moving Day | Environment Canterbury Date: 27 May 2025 With this in mind, we recommend farmers follow the Ministry of Primary Industries’ Code of Welfare for transporting stock within New Zealand. The code recommends that farmers: stand animals off green feed for … Read more

Samsung Electronics Introduces Its Most Advanced TVs and Soundbars Yet, Powered by Vision AI

Source: Media Outreach Samsung puts customers’ lifestyles and viewing experience front and centre with its 2025 TV lineup, including Neo QLED 8K, Neo QLED 4K, OLED, and Lifestyle TVs. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 May 2025 – Samsung Electronics Singapore unveiled its highly anticipated 2025 lineup of AI-powered TVs and soundbars at the … Read more

Gaza – Israel blocks NZ aid to starving Palestinians – PSNA

Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa Up to $29 million worth of aid provided by New Zealand is held up on the Gaza border by Israel, says the Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa. (ref. https://www.mfat.govt.nz/en/countries-and-regions/middle-east/israel-hamas-conflict ) PSNA says this aid is loaded on some of the 9,000 aid trucks sitting ready to try to lift the Israeli … Read more

Parliament Hansard Report – Social Assistance Legislation (Accommodation Supplement and Income-related Rent) Amendment Bill — Third Reading – 001491

Source: New Zealand Parliament RACHEL BOYACK (Labour—Nelson): Thank you, Madam Speaker. It’s the first opportunity I’ve had to take a call on this bill and I want to talk to some of the impacts it’s going to have on my community. The first comment I want to make is that this bill is a mean-spirited … Read more

Parliament Hansard Report – Social Security (Mandatory Reviews) Amendment Bill — First Reading – 001490

Source: New Zealand Parliament RICARDO MENÉNDEZ MARCH (Green): Make no mistake, if the Minister was actually serious about improving the accuracy of the Ministry of Social Development entitlement assessments, she would be investing in the front line and supporting them adequately, rather than continuing to undermine them and pushing through more and more decisions to … Read more

Parliament Hansard Report – Thursday, 22 May 2025 (continued on Saturday, 24 May 2025) – Volume 784 – 001489

Source: New Zealand Parliament A party vote was called for on the question, That debate on this question now close. Ayes 68 New Zealand National 49; ACT New Zealand 11; New Zealand First 8. Noes 53 New Zealand Labour 32; Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand 15; Te Pāti Māori 6. Motion agreed to. CHAIRPERSON … Read more