Reducing ambiguity about what is reasonably practicable for health and safety compliance

Source: New Zealand Government Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden says safe harbours of deemed compliance will be created to increase business and worker certainty about what they need to do to comply with their health and safety duties.Approved Codes of Practice (ACOPs) are practical guidelines to help people in specific sectors and … Read more

Police acknowledge IPCA findings into Auckland City incident

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police acknowledge the IPCA’s findings into the events surrounding an arrest and use of force in Auckland City. On 25 September 2022, five Police officers responded to an incident on Hobson Street where a person was arrested, and an injured man was being taken to hospital. Two people, who … Read more

Update Serious Crash SH 1 Karapiro – Waikato

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) A person is in a serious condition following a crash on Tirau Road, Karapiro early this morning. A motorcyclist has crashed just after midnight and been taken to Waikato Hospital. The Serious Crash Unit attended the scene and police are investigating the cause of the crash. The road is … Read more

Workplace – Better guidance a good idea, but must be backed up by investment in WorkSafe

Source: New Zealand Institute of Safety Management Message: Improved guidance to help companies better understand the risks in workplaces and how best to mitigate them is a welcome step, says the professional body for health and safety experts, the New Zealand Institute of Safety Management. “The announcement by the Minister today is exactly what needs to … Read more

Economy – Interim Financial Statements of the Government of New Zealand for the eight months ended 28 February 2025 – NZ Treasury

Source: The Treasury The Interim Financial Statements of the Government of New Zealand for the eight months ended 28 February 2025 were released by the Treasury today. The February results are reported against forecasts based on theHalf Year Economic and Fiscal Update 2024 (HYEFU 2024), published on 17 December 2024, and the results for the … Read more

Shenglong Electric showcases two AI-powered products in OFC 2025 to redefine smart electricity use

Source: Media Outreach SAN FRANSICO, USA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 April 2025 – On April 1 (Pacific Standard Time), the world’s top optical communication event, the 50th Optical Fiber Communication Conference and Exhibition (OFC), opens at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, USA. As a leading Chinese enterprise in the smart grid and … Read more

PolyU establishes Otto Poon Research Institute for Climate-Resilient Infrastructure with support from Otto Poon Charitable Foundation

Source: Media Outreach Driving innovative solutions to tackle climate change and extreme weather challenges HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 April 2025 – The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has established the Otto Poon Research Institute for Climate-Resilient Infrastructure (RICRI), a pioneering strategic research institute focused on global climate change, with the … Read more

Hang Lung Properties and Tsinghua University Mark 15 Years of Impactful Partnership on Sustainable Urban Futures

Source: Media Outreach The Hang Lung Center for Real Estate at Tsinghua University celebrates significant achievements in driving innovation in real estate and creating a greener future HONG KONG SAR & SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 April 2025 – Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101) (the “Company” or “Hang Lung”) … Read more

Galaxy Macau™ Presents: ANDREA BOCELLI Live in Concert – A Soul-Stirring Spectacle

Source: Media Outreach Where Classical Majesty Met Modern Magic The “Voice of God” Ignites Galaxy Arena MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 April 2025 – Galaxy Arena, Macau’s new cultural landmark, hosted an unforgettable evening on March 29 as the world’s most beloved tenor, Andrea Bocelli, staged his debut solo concert in the … Read more

Sony Hong Kong Named Official Imagery Partner for the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens 2025

Source: Media Outreach Empowering Photographers to Capture Breathtaking Moments with the Latest Camera Gears HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 April 2025 – Sony Hong Kong is proud to be the Official Imagery Partner of the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens, successfully held from 28 to 30 March 2025 at Kai Tak Sports … Read more

LANDMARK Hosts a One-Night Spectacle of Art, Design & Culinary Innovation

Source: Media Outreach The Pioneering Collective We Are Ona, marks its second pop-up in collaboration with designer Alexandre de Betak, in Hong Kong, following first edition in Paris and with World’s Best Female Chef Elena Reygadas HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 April 2025 – Kicking off Hong Kong Arts Month in … Read more

Samsung Showcases Immersive 3D Experiences, OLED Excellence with New Odyssey Monitor Line-up in Singapore

Source: Media Outreach Featuring the revolutionary Odyssey 3D, the updated Odyssey OLED G8 with the industry’s first 4K 240Hz screen, and the new ultra-wide Odyssey G9, the new Odyssey monitor line-up is set to deliver unparalleled experiences for all gamers SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 April 2025 – Samsung Electronics Singapore is bringing … Read more

CALM International Wins an Award at Singapore International Chamber of Commerce Awards 2025 for its Groundbreaking Work in Providing Accessible Mental Wellbeing Services in Singapore

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 April 2025 – Leading mental wellbeing agency Cognitive Approach to Life Management (CALM) International has been awarded Best Technological Collaboration at the Singapore International Chamber of Commerce Awards 2025 for its groundbreaking work in providing accessible mental health services for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals in … Read more

Update in investigation into deaths in Roseneath

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police can confirm that the deaths of two people at a residential property on Palliser Road, Roseneath are being treated as a murder-suicide. Police are providing support to the family at the centre of this tragic event. The family have requested privacy as they grieve their loss. We continue … Read more

Police wheel in stolen property from city burglaries

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Auckland Central Police have cleared out two apartments full of stolen property, resulting in four arrests. In the process an excess of 80 stolen items, including 13 electric scooters, have been recovered by Police. Auckland Central Area Commander Inspector Grant Tetzlaff says an investigation has been underway into a … Read more

Question of privilege concerning the conduct of four members during proceedings of the House

Source: New Zealand ParliamentThe Privileges Committee met today to consider the Question of privilege concerning the conduct of four members during proceedings of the House. In light of the members Debbie Ngarewa-Packer, Rawiri Waititi, and Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke’s nonattendance at the hearings scheduled for today, we considered how to progress the question of privilege.MIL OSI MIL … Read more

Night closure ahead for Hawke’s Bay Expressway this Sunday 6 April

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency A stretch of State Highway 2 Hawke’s Bay Expressway will be closing overnight this Sunday for wire rope barrier repairs. SH2 Hawke’s Bay Expressway will be closing from 8pm this Sunday 6 April to 4am Monday, between Meeanee Road and Links Road/Pākōwhai Road roundabout, says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi … Read more

Police investigating unexplained death in Northland, Wellington

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Attributable to Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard: Police are continuing to investigate an unexplained death in Northland, Wellington yesterday. The investigation team have been conducting enquiries door-to-door in the Northland area and speaking to witnesses and people known to the victim. A scene guard will remain in place at the … Read more

One person in custody following Silverdale incident

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) One person has been taken into custody following a reported firearms sighting in Silverdale, Hamilton this afternoon. Police were called to Silverdale Road just before 3pm. Two imitation firearms have been recovered from the address. Nearby schools were put into lockdown as a precaution, which has since been lifted. … Read more

Backing builders by cracking down on cowboys

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is backing builders by making changes so Kiwis will more easily be able to identify high-quality, trusted professionals to carry out work on their homes, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk says.“Most tradies are highly skilled and trustworthy, but the industry tells me high-profile examples of poor workmanship are … Read more

Molex Addresses Hyperscale Data Center Growth with High-Performance, Low-Maintenance ‘Plug and Play’ VersaBeam EBO Interconnect Solutions

Source: Media Outreach Innovative Expanded Beam Optical (EBO) technology boosts reliability and reduces cleaning, inspection and maintenance requirements Use of 3M™ EBO Ferrule helps streamline deployments, increase efficiency and decrease need for cleaning and maintenance to lower total cost of ownership (TCO) Flexible design includes options to integrate 12, 16 or 144 fibers into a … Read more

Local News – Young People’s Fund grant recipients aim to empower Porirua youth

Source: Porirua City Council Recipients of the latest Young People’s Fund grants will run programmes ranging from boxing to podcasting, all aimed at positively impacting tamariki and rangatahi living in Porirua. This round of funding included two Tier 1 grants – $50,000 a year for three years, as well as five Tier 2 grants – one-off … Read more

Transport – Truck dashcams capture some hair-raising impatient driving

Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand National road freight association Transporting New Zealand has shared dashcam footage from members showing some hair-raising near-misses, and says that impatient driving is endangering lives. Transporting New Zealand has been calling for members to submit footage of dangerous driving, highlighting the need for all road users to observe safe … Read more

Getting valuable input from Northcote’s future generation

Source: Auckland Council On behalf of Auckland Council, Eke Panuku creates amazing spaces for current and future generations across Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.  In Northcote, they’re transforming the town centre over the next ten years. There will be new public facilities and, working with private investors, they’ll be new housing, eateries, offices, and shops, including a … Read more

Decisive factors: Octa carried out a global survey about brokers’ red flags

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 April 2025 – Octa, a global broker since 2011, surveyed more than 2,000 traders from Indonesia, Malaysia, South Africa, and Nigeria to discover their most glaring concerns regarding choosing a financial broker. What are the most suspicious brokers’ traits, according to traders? How … Read more

Roseneath deaths referred to Coroner

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attribute to Detective Inspector Haley Ryan: Police are not seeking anyone else in relation to the deaths of two people at a residential property on Palliser Road, Roseneath, Wellington. About 10.25pm on Monday, a concerned family member asked Police to carry out a welfare check on the occupants of … Read more

Midtown street party unveils hidden art gems

Source: Auckland Council April’s midtown street party on Thursday 17 April is packed full of art, music, food, live painting and stories. It will also celebrate street culture now, and from decades past. Midtown’s monthly street parties are enabled by Auckland Council to build vibrancy and support local businesses in the newly-emerging neighbourhood around Te … Read more