FMA confirms fintech sandbox participants

Source: Budget 2025 – Greenpeace braced for ‘scorched earth’ budget from Govt Media Release  MR No. 2025 – 12  The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) – Te Mana Tātai Hokohoko has announced the six fintech firms who will be testing their innovative products, services or business models in the FMA’s pilot regulatory sandbox.   The successful … Read more

Football Fever – Show your pride with Auckland’s ride

Source: Auckland Transport Date: 21 May 2025 Auckland Transport is throwing its support behind Auckland FC as the Black Knights continue their charge to capture football’s A League crown in their inaugural season.  Having already claimed the Premiers’ Plate by finishing top of the table, Auckland hosts Melbourne Victory at Go Media Mount Smart Stadium … Read more

More traffic expected for Mt Wellington, NZTA and AT plans in full swing

Source: Auckland Transport Date: 13 May 2025 Auckland Transport (AT) and the NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) are collaborating to tackle congestion in Mt Wellington. AT is planning to create new transit and heavy vehicle lanes on two major roads that feed vehicles to and from State Highway 1 (SH1) in the afternoon and … Read more

Release: Bugs on David Seymour’s school lunch menu

Source: New Zealand Labour Party The latest shocker to come out of David Seymour’s school lunches is an insect being found in a student’s meal. “Just when we thought David Seymour’s school lunches couldn’t get any worse – he surprises us with a new low,” Labour’s education spokesperson Willow-Jean Prime said. “First it was exploding … Read more

Release: Nelson short-changed by hospital downgrade

Source: New Zealand Labour Party National’s cuts to Nelson’s Hospital rebuild will leave the community with only half the number of new beds than the rebuild Labour planned. “I’m worried that National’s downgraded plan won’t meet the needs of patients and we’ll soon be back where we started, with the hospital needing to be upgraded … Read more

Road closed: Number 2 Line, Okoia

Source: New Zealand Police Number 2 Line near Okoia, Whanganui, is closed after a crash. At around 7pm emergency services received reports of the crash east of Whanganui, between Portal Street and Hikuawa Road. The Serious Crash Unit is attending, and diversions are being put in place. Motorists are asked to avoid the area. Information … Read more

Tanzania’s New Foreign Policy Signals Strategic Expansion of South-South Partnerships with Asia

Source: Media Outreach DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA – EQS Newswire – 26 May 2025 – The Government of the United Republic of Tanzania has launched its revised National Foreign Policy 2021 (2024 edition), reinforcing the country’s commitment to deeper South-South cooperation, especially with China and India. The policy reflects Tanzania’s focus on economic diplomacy, cultural … Read more

Remarks to media post bilateral with Sri Lanka MFA Vijitha Herath, Colombo

Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets Thank you to Foreign Minister Herath for the warm welcome to Sri Lanka. The New Zealand delegation is delighted to be here to further strengthen the warm relationship between New Zealand and Sri Lanka. Relations between our countries are long-standing. Our trade dates from the 1860s and … Read more

Northland Regional Council media briefs – 26 May 2025

Source: Northland Regional Council THINKING ABOUT RUNNING FOR COUNCIL? Find out what it takes to be an elected member for Northland Regional Council or Whangarei District Council. Hear from experts in local government and have your questions answered. WHEN Wednesday, 04 June 5pm to 7:30pm WHERE Te Iwitahi (Civic Centre), 9 Rust Avenue, Whangārei, or join … Read more

“It takes a village!” Hihi fly the coop after record breaking breeding season

Source: Secondary teachers question rationale for changes to relationship education guidelines A record 277 hihi / stitchbirds fledged on Tiritiri Matangi Island this breeding season, allowing many birds to spread their wings and leave the flock. Earlier this month, 40 hihi were relocated to the Auckland Council managed Shakespear Open Sanctuary. They join Shakespear’s small … Read more

Chairman Chen Zhi Named Cambodia’s Entrepreneur of the Year, Prince Holding Group Recognized for Scholarship Program

Source: Media Outreach PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 May 2025 – Prince Holding Group’s Chairman Neak Oknha Chen Zhi has been named Entrepreneur of the Year in Cambodia 2025 by the World Business Outlook Awards. Additionally, the Group’s Chen Zhi Scholarship has received the Best Overall CSR Excellence in Cambodia 2025 … Read more

Man in court after Northcote aggravated robbery

Source: New Zealand Police A man is appearing in court today following an aggravated robbery at a Northcote liquor shop on Saturday night. Police were called to the Pearn Crescent store just before 6pm on 24 May. “A man allegedly entered the store and initially made demands and presented a weapon making further threats when … Read more

Name release: Fatal crash, Wairoa

Source: New Zealand Police Police can now release the name of the man who died following a crash on Kopu Road in Wairoa on 18 May. He was Gene Hyrem Popata, 39, from Wairoa. Police extend our condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are … Read more

“It takes a village!” Hihi spread their wings after record breaking breeding season

Source: Police investigating after shots fired at Hastings house Date:  26 May 2025 Source:  Department of Conservation and Auckland Council Earlier this month, 40 hihi were relocated to the Auckland Council managed Shakespear Open Sanctuary. They join Shakespear’s small but thriving population translocated in 2024. Environmental champion Councillor Mike Lee says the reintroduction of hihi to the … Read more

Teledyne Space Imaging Launches Industrial Image Sensors Tested for Space

Source: Media Outreach GRENOBLE, FRANCE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 May 2025 – Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY), a leading provider of advanced imaging solutions, is proud to announce the release of three variants of industrial CMOS sensors, with resolutions ranging from 1.3MP up to 67MP, following a delta space qualification methodology and radiation testing. … Read more

Wildberries launches new analytics, delivery tools for sellers in Kazakhstan

Source: Media Outreach ALMATY, KAZAKHSTAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 May 2025 – Wildberries, a leading e-commerce platform in Eurasia, has launched new tools for sellers in Kazakhstan to help boost sales on the marketplace through an AI-based analytics service and to provide greater control over parcel delivery timing to customers. Wildberries has extended … Read more

Government to deliver redevelopment of Nelson Hospital

Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets Nelson Hospital will get a major redevelopment as part of the Government’s $1 billion boost to hospital infrastructure and will be the first hospital in the country to receive a new temporary inpatient unit while construction is underway, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “This is a significant … Read more

Wake Up to a Symphony of Flavour as Popeyes® Singapore Launches First-Ever Breakfast Menu

Source: Media Outreach New “Breakfast Symphony” menu celebrates indulgent mornings with bold Louisiana soul and local comfort SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 May 2025 – Breakfast lovers in Singapore, set your alarms for deliciousness! Popeyes Singapore is proud to announce the launch of its first-of-its-kind breakfast menu, rolling out island wide across all … Read more

Kenanga Investors Leads Phase 3 Of Dive Against Debris Initiative

Source: Media Outreach Kenanga Investors, alongside other volunteers collected 282.4 kg of waste from the beach and marine areas KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 May 2025 – Kenanga Investors Berhad (“Kenanga Investors“) returned as the lead sponsor for the Dive Against Debris initiative for the third consecutive year, having supported the … Read more

Octa Broker Insights: Navigating Cryptocurrency Markets with CFDs in 2025

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 May 2025 – As global crypto markets show increased volatility, traders rethink their risk exposure. One vivid option is contracts for difference (CFDs). Kar Yong Ang, a financial market analyst at Octa broker, shares three reasons crypto traders should adopt CFDs and migrate … Read more

AI training to boost public sector productivity

Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets New artificial intelligence (AI) training will increase the uptake of AI and boost productivity in the public service, Digitising Government and Public Service Minister Judith Collins says. “Across the public sector, AI offers a real opportunity to improve decision-making and deliver better outcomes for New Zealanders,” says … Read more

Have your say on Public Finance Amendment Bill

Source: Media Release On behalf of:    Finance and Expenditure Committee For release:     26 May 2025 Have your say on Public Finance Amendment Bill The Chair of the Finance and Expenditure Committee is calling for submissions on the Public Finance Amendment Bill. The closing date for submissions is 11.59pm on Monday, 7 July 2025. … Read more

Submissions are now open on the Regulatory Standards Bill

Source: Media Release Organisation:   Finance and Expenditure Committee For release:     26 May 2025 Submissions are now open on the Regulatory Standards Bill The Chair of the Finance and Expenditure Committee is calling for submissions on the Regulatory Standards Bill with a closing date of 1pm, 23 June 2025. The bill aims to support … Read more

Mecpec Trading Received Shell’s Best Reseller in the East Award 2024

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 May 2025 – Mecpec Trading Co Pte Ltd, a distributor of petroleum-related products, was awarded the Best Reseller in the East by Shell in 2024. The award was based on Mecpec’s performance as a fuel reseller and its contribution to Shell’s distribution operations in Singapore. … Read more

Improving our guidance

Source: 26 May 2025 WorkSafe is improving its approach to developing, maintaining, and sharing guidance to make sure businesses have the information they need to manage their biggest health and safety risks.​ We publish a range of information and resources to help businesses and workers to understand how to meet their responsibilities to ensure work … Read more

Agriculture – Federated Farmers launches ‘SOS: Save Our Sheep’ Campaign

Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers has launched a new campaign, SOS: Save Our Sheep, calling for urgent action to halt the collapse of New Zealand’s sheep industry. “Once the backbone of New Zealand’s economy, sheep are fast becoming an endangered species in this country,” Federated Farmers meat & wool chair Toby Williams says. “Each year we’re … Read more

5 royal ways to celebrate King’s Birthday weekend

Source: Secondary teachers question rationale for changes to relationship education guidelines Make the most of the King’s Birthday weekend holiday on 2 June by having a right royal good time around Auckland. But spending the day living a life fit for a king doesn’t mean riding in gilded carriages, cutting ribbons or waving from a … Read more