New Zealand: New Independent Information and Debate Platform PodTalk.Live calls for Foundation Members

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Source: NewzEngine.com After a successful beta-launch in April PodTalk.live is now ready to invite people in New Zealand to register as foundation members. Foundation members are free to join the post and podcast social platform. The Foundation Membership soft-launch is a great opportunity for founders to help shape a brand new, vibrant, algorithm-free, info discussion and … Read more

Galaxy Macau Celebrates 30 Years of China–Monaco Ties with the Spectacular ‘Galaxy Music Gala: A Musical Journey from Monaco to Macau’

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Source: Media Outreach MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 April 2025 – In celebration of the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Monaco, Galaxy Macau™ proudly presents the “Galaxy Music Gala: A Musical Journey from Monaco to Macau“. On May 21. This prestigious evening of classical music celebrates the deepening friendship … Read more

Government Cuts – Patient care still at risk from Govt’s deep cuts to health IT workers – PSA

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Source: PSA The Government is deliberately ignoring risks to patient safety and the security of sensitive information as it green lights damaging cuts to specialist IT health workers. Health NZ Te Whatu Ora today confirmed deep cuts to the Data and Digital team, with impacted staff informed of their roles being disestablished and redeployment opportunities in … Read more

Chris Swasbrook appointed as Chair of Te Papa

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Source: New Zealand Government Chris Swasbrook has been appointed as Chair of the Te Papa Board says Chris Bishop, Acting Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage. “Chris Swasbrook is a prominent New Zealand investor with more than 25 years’ experience working in finance. He has an extensive resume in executive and governance roles in many … Read more

Backbase launches world’s first AI-powered Banking Platform, putting banks back in Growth Mode

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Source: Media Outreach Industry pioneer redefines what a banking platform is in the era of AI, and delivers both the technology and talent to drive remarkable growth AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 April 2025 – Today, Backbase announces a major industry shift: the launch of the world’s first AI-powered Banking Platform, following … Read more

Vietnamese Student Exemplifies Growing Success of International Community at CUHK

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 April 2025 – The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) continues to attract top talent from Vietnam, as demonstrated by Ryan Le Minh Khue, a Year 3 student in the Integrated Bachelor of Business Administration (IBBAC) Programme. Coming from the prestigious Nguyen Hue … Read more

Oryon.net Launches Oryon Academy: Empowering Microsoft 365 Business Users

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Source: Media Outreach Why Owning Microsoft 365 Isn’t Enough Anymore — Oryon Academy Teaches Businesses to Master It SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 April 2025 – Oryon.net, the largest Singapore web hosting provider and a leading Microsoft Solutions Partner, is proud to announce the launch of Oryon Academy — a dedicated learning platform … Read more

Gold’s Path to $4,000: Macro Drivers, Market Sentiment, and Strategic Insight by global broker Octa

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Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 April 2025 – Gold has kept on rising almost uninterruptedly for most of 2025, recording a series of new all-time highs. Since October 2022, the metal’s price has almost doubled, having risen by more than 25% in 2025 alone, hitting a fresh all-time … Read more

Weather News – Severe Weather brings a suite of warnings for both Islands – MetService

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Source: MetService Covering period of Wednesday 30th – Friday 2 May – Stormy conditions starting to impact New Zealand today will bring strong damaging winds, heavy rain and choppy seas over the next few days to various parts of the country. MetService has issued numerous Severe Weather Warnings and Watches. North Island Widespread rain is currently affecting many … Read more

Singapore SMEs Hit by Record 8.47% Borrowing Costs and Shrinking Loan Access in 2024: Linkflow Capital Survey

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Source: Media Outreach New data shows sharp contraction in loan sizes, rising business cessations, and shifting lender dynamics as SMEs struggle with tighter financing conditions. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 April 2025 – Singapore’s SMEs battled tighter financing conditions in 2024, with average borrowing costs rising to 8.47% per annum — the highest … Read more

Construction to start on new average speed safety cameras in Auckland

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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) will begin construction of a new pair of average speed safety cameras to improve safety on Pine Valley Road, in Dairy Flat Auckland, from next week. NZTA Auckland and Northland Director of Regional Relationships, Steve Mutton, says the safety cameras aim to significantly … Read more

Update: Further appeal in relation to missing man Jarrod Kingi

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) The search for missing 44-year-old Jarrod Kingi continues today, with Police searching areas surrounding the Whangamatā Harbour. Sergeant Will Hamilton says a search around the area was conducted yesterday with the assistance from surf lifeguards from Whangamatā Surf Life Saving Club. “Today, Police will be using a vessel to … Read more

Deputy Prime Minister to visit New Caledonia

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Source: New Zealand Government Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Winston Peters will travel to New Caledonia later this week. “This visit comes at an important moment in New Caledonia’s history and reinforces New Zealand’s commitment to being a constructive partner in the region for both New Caledonia and France,” Mr Peters says.    Mr Peters … Read more

Two to appear in court following a building fire, Frankton

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Sergeant Matt Lee: Hamilton Police have arrested and charged two people following a fire at a workshop in Frankton last month. Police were called to the fire on Ellis Street at around 11.20am on Monday 10 March 2025. After an investigation into the fire, Police this … Read more

Community support for Auckland’s Annual Plan

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Source: Auckland Council Aucklanders have had their say on the 2025/2026 Annual Plan, with more than 13,000 pieces of feedback received during the recent consultation, and council hearing from individual Aucklanders, groups and organisations. This continues a trend of increased engagement with Auckland Council plans in recent years, with the latest feedback coming from a … Read more

Advocacy – Voting ban “undermines democratic principles” says justice group

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Source: People Against Prisons Aotearoa The Government has announced the total disenfranchisement of people incarcerated in New Zealand prisons. This replaces a partial ban, and will see all prisoners prevented from participating in elections. The move violates a 2018 Supreme Court ruling that stripping prisoners of the right to vote violated the Bill of Rights. … Read more

Employment – Home Support Workers to strike over poor pay, ‘broken’ system – PSA

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Source: PSA Nearly 1000 support workers from one of the country’s largest home support companies are walking off the job tomorrow to protest chronically low pay and a recent attempt by their employer to claw back staff conditions. Access Community Health support workers will strike from 12-2pm on Thursday, 1 May – International Workers’ Day – … Read more

Insurance Sector – ICNZ Annual Review 2024 released

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Source: Insurance Council of NZ The Insurance Council of New Zealand | Te Kāhui Inihua o Aotearoa (ICNZ) has released its annual review for 2024. “2024 has been an important year for insurance even as New Zealand experienced fewer major events, ” ICNZ chief executive Kris Faafoi said. “The cost of living remains top of mind … Read more

Consumer NZ is seeking nominations for businesses that are the worst of the worst

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Source: Consumer NZ The Yeah, Nah Awards spotlight businesses that have excelled at letting consumers down. It’s accepting public nominations until 30 June. Acting head of research and advocacy, Jessica Walker, says the Yeah, Nah Awards Are about recognising the worst products and services in Aotearoa and putting pressure on poor-performing brands and companies to … Read more

Appointments – Banking Ombudsman Scheme gets three new directors

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Source: Banking Ombudsman Scheme The Banking Ombudsman Scheme is adding another director to its board and at the same time replacing two departing directors. Hon Heather Roy will become the board’s second independent director – along with chair Miriam Dean – following the recommendation of a recent review to add a sixth member to help ensure … Read more

Greenpeace slams deep sea mining application as a ‘total disregard for international law’

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Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace has slammed an announcement by The Metals Company to submit the first application to commercially mine the seabed. Greenpeace International Senior campaigner Louisa Casson said: “The first application to commercially mine the seabed will be remembered as an act of total disregard for international law and scientific consensus. “This unilateral US effort to carve … Read more

Goodme, China high-quality and cost-effective fresh fruit tea earns popularity among Japanese tourists

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Source: Media Outreach TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 April 2025 – With the visa-free transit policy for Japanese tourists implemented by China at the end of 2024, as well as its high-quality yet low-cost consumption and geographical advantages, an increasing number of Japanese tourists have been attracted to China and it is … Read more

AIA Singapore celebrates SG60 with a year of initiatives to empower holistic well-being across the nation

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Source: Media Outreach Aligned to the theme of “Building Our Singapore Together”, the efforts aim to make a meaningful impact on Singaporeans of all generations SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 April 2025 – AIA Singapore today announced a year-long line-up of initiatives designed to connect with Singaporeans across all ages, empowering individuals to … Read more

JustMarkets Launches Improved IB Program Focused on Transparency and Unlimited Growth

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Source: Media Outreach JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 April 2025 – Global broker JustMarkets announces the official launch of its updated Introducing Broker (IB) program, which is designed to provide partners with higher returns, transparent terms, and unlimited growth potential, adapted to the current macroeconomic environment. JustMarkets Launches Improved IB Program JustMarkets … Read more

Financial education will help disadvantaged kids succeed

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Source: ACT Party ACT’s Education spokesperson Laura McClure has welcomed the Government’s move to embed financial education into the school curriculum for Years 1 to 10, saying it will make a real difference – especially for disadvantaged students. “Every young Kiwi should leave school equipped to navigate a market economy. Knowing how to earn, save, … Read more

Reawakening Manu-kau Noa Iho / Hayman Park

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Source: Auckland Council From late April to December 2025, parts of Hayman Park in Manukau will be temporarily closed for work to further enhance its green spaces. This will finish the full upgrade of the park and go well with the much-loved playground, which was upgraded in 2023. Upgraded Manu-kau Noa Iho / Hayman Park … Read more

Ranger’s dream to protect an ancient kānuka ‘island’

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Source: Department of Conservation Date:  30 April 2025 The 13-hectare forest near Eyrewell in North Canterbury is in the Motu Kānuka Scientific Reserve, which sits within a vast sea of privately owned farmland. DOC Biodiversity Ranger Christina Stet says when she’s sitting in the middle of the kānuka forest island or motu on the flat expanse … Read more