Galaxy Macau Presents Luxurious Celebration of Renewal at Banyan Tree Macau with Michelin-starred Chef and Bartender from Asia’s 50 Best Bars

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Source: Media Outreach MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 April 2025 – Galaxy Macau™, the world-class luxury integrated resort (hereinafter referred to as “Galaxy Macau”), offers diverse cultural experiences year-round, creating unparalleled journeys for guests from around the globe. In honor of the Songkran Festival, the traditional Thai New Year celebration, Banyan Tree … Read more

Repeal of 7AA puts child wellbeing first

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Source: New Zealand Government Children’s Minister Karen Chhour has welcomed the passing of legislation to repeal section 7AA of the Oranga Tamariki Act by Parliament. The Bill’s passing will enable Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children and its frontline staff to focus first and foremost on the safety and wellbeing of children when creating care arrangements, says … Read more

Chubb Launches New Premier Life Science Package

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 April 2025 – Chubb today announced the launch of its new Premier Life Science package, a tailored insurance solution designed to meet the dynamic needs of companies in the life sciences sector. This solution provides comprehensive coverage for a range of potential liability risks relevant … Read more

EIT event brings nocturnal world of moths to light | EIT Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti

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Source: Eastern Institute of Technology – Tairāwhiti 1 day ago A joint event hosted by EIT and the Hawke’s Bay Regional Council gave people a rare glimpse into the nocturnal world of moths. The nighttime event, held at Pekapeka Wetland Regional Park in February to celebrate World Wetlands Month, highlighted the insects’ vital role in … Read more

First step towards honouring more veterans on Anzac Day

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Source: New Zealand Government Legislation to formally recognise the service of more New Zealanders as part of official Anzac Day commemorations has passed its first reading in Parliament today, Veterans Minister Chris Penk and Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Paul Goldsmith say. “Anzac Day is a significant anniversary for New Zealanders, where we reflect on … Read more

Appeal for information following burglary, Te Awamutu

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Inspector Daryl Smith Police are seeking witnesses following a burglary at a service station in Te Awamutu on earlier this week. About 2.40am on 1 April, Police were called to Ohaupo Road, where a group of people had unlawfully gained entry to the premises. A number … Read more

ACT welcomes wider ANZAC Day recognition of service

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Source: ACT Party ACT’s Defence Spokesperson Mark Cameron is welcoming the first reading passage of the ANZAC Day Amendment Bill, which expands recognition to New Zealanders who served in conflicts and peacekeeping operations after the Vietnam War, saying it reflects how many Kiwis already commemorate the day. “Every year at dawn services across the country, … Read more

Update: Media advisory – death in Northland, Wellington

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Today’s stand-up in relation to the death of a man in Northland, Wellington, has been postponed. Police are awaiting the completion of the post-mortem and will share more details when they are available to us. ENDS Issued by the Police Media Centre MIL OSI

Tandem duo sparks suspicion, leads to arrests

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Two Toyota Aquas travelling in tandem through Green Bay sparked an air of suspicion for Police during the early hours of this morning. Just before 3am, Police conducting routine patrols observed the two vehicles travelling at high speed and in tandem along Godley Road. Auckland City West Area Commander, … Read more

Government Cuts – Hundreds of Kāinga Ora jobs proposed to go in latest Govt attack on public housing – PSA

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Source: PSA – A net 673 roles proposed to be axed across successful public housing provider – Cuts mean a third of workforce gone in a year The latest restructuring of Kāinga Ora proposes deep cuts to the jobs of those working with other agencies to place people on waiting lists into houses, and in call centres where … Read more

Housing Market – The next upturn is slowly building – CoreLogic

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Source: CoreLogic Property values in Aotearoa New Zealand rose by +0.5% in March, after a +0.4% lift in February, and a flat result for January. The latest figures confirm that the market is now into its next phase of growth, on the back of lower interest rates and improved affordability after the previous value falls. … Read more

Fourth person to appear in court after aggravated robbery, Invercargill

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police have arrested and charged a fourth young person following an aggravated robbery in Invercargill. On Monday 24 March, Police were alerted to four people entering a store on North Road at around 3.30am. The group targeted cigarettes and tobacco before fleeing the area in a vehicle. After an … Read more

Release: Thousands of submissions excluded from Treaty Principles Bill report

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Source: New Zealand Labour Party Thousands of New Zealanders’ submissions are missing from the official parliamentary record because the National-dominated Justice Select Committee has rushed work on the Treaty Principles Bill. The committee finished more than a month ahead of the 14 May deadline set by Parliament with the report expected to be presented and … Read more

Crash causing delays – State Highway 2 Kaitoke

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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency 3 April 2025 2:02 pm | NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi Drivers travelling between Upper Hutt and Wairarapa need to be prepared for delays as emergency services and contractors attend a crash scene near Kaitoke. The southbound lane of State Highway 2 is closed near Waterworks Road following a two-vehicle … Read more

Aspire Secures Capital Markets Services Licence from Monetary Authority of Singapore

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Neswire – 3 April 2025 – ASG2 Pte Ltd, a subsidiary of Aspire, a Singapore-headquartered all-in-one finance platform for modern businesses, today announced that it has secured the Capital Markets Services Licence (CMS) from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). The licence will enable Aspire to better serve … Read more

Tech – Galaxy Tab S10 FE Series Brings Intelligent Experiences to the Forefront with Premium, Versatile Design

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Source: Samsung Boost multitasking and creative expression like a pro with Intelligent Features on the new Tab S10 FE additions AUCKLAND, New Zealand – April 4, 2025 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the Galaxy Tab S10 FE and Galaxy Tab S10 FE+, offering new entry points to the Galaxy ecosystem on a premium … Read more

Household net worth little changed in December 2024 – Stats NZ media and information release: National accounts (income, saving, assets, and liabilities): December 2024 quarter

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Source: Statistics New Zealand Household net worth little changed in December 2024 – 3 April 2025 – Household net worth showed little change in the December 2024 quarter, up $834 million to $2,440 billion, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. Net worth is the value of all assets owned by households less the … Read more

Household income and saving increase in the December 2024 quarter – Stats NZ media and information release: National accounts (income, saving, assets, and liabilities): December 2024 quarter

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Source: Statistics New Zealand Household income and saving increase in the December 2024 quarter – 3 April 2025 – New Zealand household net disposable income rose 1.5 percent to $59.4 billion in the December 2024 quarter. The main driver of this increase was a rise in the income of self-employed business owners up 6.5 percent, … Read more

Science – Co-existence with genetic modification possible in New Zealand: review – AgResearch

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Source: AgResearch   Co-existence of genetically modified (GM) and non-GM plants in New Zealand industries will be challenging, but is achievable, a review has found.   In a just-published article in the New Zealand Journal of Agricultural Research, leading researcher and Chief Technical Officer for AgResearch subsidiary Grasslanz Technology, John Caradus, looked at the issue through … Read more

Gaza – About 130 children born daily in Gaza amid total siege on aid and goods – Save the Children

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Source: Save the Children GAZA, 2 April 2025 – About 130 children are being born daily in Gaza as Israeli authorities’ total siege on supplies enters its second month, putting mothers and newborns at risk as medical and food supplies run out and a lack of flour closes all bakeries , said Save the Children. There are … Read more

Release: Uncertainty remains over the impact of tariffs

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Source: New Zealand Labour Party Today’s announcement of 10 percent tariffs for New Zealand goods entering the United States is disappointing for exporters and consumers alike, with the long-lasting impact on prices and inflation still unknown. “The Government’s strategy of keeping its head down has not given New Zealand any advantage over our competitors,” Labour … Read more

Weather News – The largest weather system so far for 2025 – MetService

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Source: MetService Covering period of Thursday 3rd – Monday 7th April – It has been a wet 18 hours across much of the country, and MetService is forecasting further heavy rain as a widespread weather system moves through. The top of the South Island—Tasman, Buller, and Marlborough—is in line for the highest rainfall accumulations. After a … Read more

Health – Access and choice mental health programme stacks up

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Source: Te Hiringa Mahara – Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission At the five- year mark, the Access and Choice Programme has proved to be a valuable addition to the mental health, addiction and wellbeing support services available to people throughout the country. Today Te Hiringa Mahara – the Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission released a report … Read more

EMA – Work still required to reduce workplace harm

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Source: EMA The move to greater use of Approved Codes of Practice (ACOPs) as tools for health and safety compliance will allow businesses to confidently mitigate hazards and risks, says the Employers and Manufacturers Association (EMA). Following the advice contained within these practical guidelines will give businesses confidence that ‘reasonably practicable’ steps have been met. “It … Read more

BusinessNZ – Codes of practice to light the way

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Source: BusinessNZ BusinessNZ says a sharper focus on Approved Codes of Practice will make health and safety management stronger and simpler. Approved Codes of Practice will become more important under coming changes to health and safety legislation, and complying with a Code will be sufficient for a workplace to be deemed to be complying with its … Read more

Consumer NZ – Price hikes are coming – it’s time to review your power provider

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Source: Consumer NZ Too many households are paying more than they need to for power. With significant energy price increases looming, Consumer NZ calls on New Zealanders to check for cheaper options to help offset higher bills. With rising energy costs, New Zealanders are facing a challenging winter. Price increases are already being implemented, with … Read more

Health decision-makers should heed conclusions in primary healthcare report

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Source: GenPro General practice owners encourage Health Minister Simeon Brown to read and act on a report which lists the many benefits of investing in primary healthcare. The NZ Initiative report correctly concludes that a strong, accessible, and equitable primary care system will improve health outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and enhance the quality of life … Read more