Fatal crash, Marton

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) One person has died after a two-vehicle crash on SH1, near Marton, last night. Emergency services were called to the scene about 9.45pm. Sadly, one person died at the scene. Another person sustained minor injuries. The Serious Crash Unit has examined the scene, and enquiries into the circumstances of … Read more

Property Market – New suburb-level property insights as NZ housing market turns a corner – CoreLogic

Source: CoreLogic Property values across New Zealand are showing signs of recovery, with more than half of suburbs recording stable or rising prices in the first quarter of 2025. The latest Mapping the Market update from CoreLogic NZ provides suburb-level insights across 2,661 areas for houses and 1,077 areas for flats/townhouses, offering the most comprehensive … Read more

Economy – Can new public infrastructure pay for itself? – Infrastructure Commission

Source: New Zealand Infrastructure Commission Research by the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission explores whether new public infrastructure investment can generate revenue to pay back the cost of the investment. “The social and economic benefits of public infrastructure – our hospitals, schools, roads, water networks and more – are clear. But while all infrastructure needs to be … Read more

Legal and Governance Sectors – Janine Stewart: No Success without Succession

Source: Institute of Directors NZ Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland-based Janine Stewart MInstD started her legal career in property litigation before moving into construction and infrastructure. Today, she is a specialist in construction and infrastructure, property and project disputes, and a partner at Minter Ellison Rudd Watts.   Stewart says the construction industry interacts with many facets of … Read more

Government unlocks export growth opportunities for New Zealand dairy businesses

Source: New Zealand Government The Government’s commitment to growing the value of New Zealand’s dairy exports has taken a major step forward with the passing of a key Bill in Parliament, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay announced today. “The Dairy Industry Restructuring (Export Licences Allocation) Amendment Bill, which passed its third reading today, modernises New Zealand’s dairy export … Read more

Daphne Announces 2024 Annual Results Revenue and Profit Attributable to Shareholders up 23% and 71% Respectively

Source: Media Outreach Steady Final Dividend of HK$0.02 Per ShareDividend Payout Ratio was Approximately 35% (RMB’ million) For the year ended 31 December 2024 2023 Change (%) Revenue 322.3 262.6 +23% Operating profit 96.6 67.6 +43% Profit attributable to shareholders 106.6 62.4 +71% Basic earnings per share (RMB) 0.054 0.034 +59% Final dividend per share … Read more

NZ-AU: Vast Secures AUD 700,000 Grant from Australia-Singapore Initiative for Decarbonising Shipping to Progress World-First South Australia Solar Fuels Project

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) SA Solar Fuels will have the capacity to produce 7,500 tonnes per annum of sustainable fuels to meet the growing demand from maritime and aviation industries Funding will support industry-leading optimisation work as the project advances towards FEED following successful completion of pre-FEED SYDNEY, March 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — HyFuel Solar … Read more

Last November was the time for EU beef in Manila, campaign led by Provacuno

Source: Media Outreach MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2025 – Within the framework of the “It’s time 4 European Beef” campaign, co-funded by the EU Provacuno, the Agro-food Interprofessional Organization of the Spanish beef industry, under the framework of the European project for the promotion of European beef, “It’s Time for … Read more

Galaxy Macau™ and SCMP Learn Team Up to Inspire New Educational Pathways at Pioneering Parents’ Talk Held at GICC

Source: Media Outreach Leading Education Experts Gather to Shape Conversations Around Global Education for the Next Generation MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2025 – Galaxy Macau™, in collaboration with South China Morning Post Learn (SCMP Learn), proudly hosted a landmark educational seminar—entitled “Galaxy Macau Presents Parents’ Talk: Pathways to World-Class Education” … Read more

Case Study Highlights INDIBA 448 kHz Radiofrequency’s Role in Visceral Fat Reduction and Prevention of Fat Accumulation

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2025 – A revolutionary case study and scientific research have revealed that INDIBA 448 kHz monopolar radiofrequency technology offers a highly effective and non-invasive approach to reducing visceral fat deposits and preventing new fat cell formation. These findings position INDIBA as a leading solution … Read more

Insulation Material Y-Warm: A New Era of Thin and Light Winter Apparels

Source: Media Outreach BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2025 – Even after over a hundred years of application of thermal insulation materials in construction and other industry, this application in textile has been facing challenge. Y-Warm, a new soft insulation material invented by Beijing MatrixTech Technologies Co., Ltd. after eight years … Read more

Experience the Rich Fishing Heritage of Hong Kong with “Aberdeen 1773”

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2025 – Hong Kong Fisherman’s Wharf is excited to introduce the “Aberdeen 1773 Fishing Heritage Tour”, a cultural experience that brings the rich history of Hong Kong’s fishing villages to life. Set in the iconic Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter, this unique tour blends … Read more

Unlocking data to increase competition and choice

Source: New Zealand Government Easier data sharing will lead to greater competition and better choice for consumers in key markets such as banking and electricity, thanks to today’s passing of the Customer and Product Data Bill, says Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson.“The days of manually searching the internet for the best electricity plan, … Read more

Update: Arrest in aggravated burglary investigation, Miramar

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard: Police have arrested and charged a man following extensive enquiries into an aggravated burglary in Miramar. At around 2am on Monday 17 March, Police were called to a Darlington Road address, where the occupants located an intruder inside their home. After an alleged … Read more

ESG Achievement Awards 2024/2025 is Open for Applications, Honouring Technology-Driven Sustainability and Innovation

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2025 – The Institute of ESG & Benchmark (IESGB) is proud to announce the launch of the fifth edition of the ESG Achievement Awards 2024/2025, a prestigious platform dedicated to recognising and celebrating excellence in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. Building … Read more

Legislation supports continued safe operation of clubs and ranges

Source: New Zealand Government Legislation passed today will support the continued safe operation of shooting clubs and shooting ranges, Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee says.  “This is an important step towards modernising our firearms laws and ensuring shooting clubs and ranges are fairly regulated in a manner that supports public safety.  “The Arms (Shooting Clubs, … Read more

Coca-Cola in Hong Kong become Founding Partner of Kai Tak Sports Park

Source: Media Outreach Bringing People Together and Elevating Refreshing Moments in Hong Kong’s Home Venue HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2025 – Coca-Cola in Hong Kong, represented by The Coca-Cola Company and its bottling partner Swire Coca-Cola in the city, is delighted to announce their strategic partnership with Hong Kong’s … Read more

Employment – IPL fuel testers to strike over “unfair” omission from bonus scheme following failed mediation

Source: Workers First Union Workers First Union members who work for Independent Petroleum Laboratory Limited (IPL) are set to strike for six days at the end of the month following an unsuccessful mediation session with the company over the omission of union members from a lucrative bonus scheme. Laboratory technicians who test fuels, biofuels and other … Read more

Legislation – Transporting New Zealand welcomes roadside drug testing legislation passing third reading

Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Road freight peak body Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand has welcomed roadside drug testing legislation passing its third reading today. Transporting New Zealand Policy and Advocacy Lead Billy Clemens says the final legislation has been a long time coming, after legislation from the previous government couldn’t be implemented by … Read more

Government Cuts – Tertiary Education Commission faces another round of damaging cuts

Source: PSA EMBARGOED UNTIL 4.30PM WEDS 26 MARCH 2025 More jobs are proposed to go from the Tertiary Education Commission as the Government forces it to take the axe to its budget again. TEC staff were told today of the latest restructure which proposes a net loss of 22 roles, following the Government demand for a … Read more

Presented by K11 Art Foundation, Philip Colbert’s monumental sculpture THE LOBSTER PAINTER – a collaboration with Co-Museum – along with five other works create an immersive city takeover

Source: Media Outreach The sculptures are now available for public viewing at various locations across K11 MUSEA and add a bold, interactive dimension to Hong Kong’s city-wide celebration of the arts From 26 March to 13 May 2025 at GF, Promenade, K11 MUSEA HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2025 – … Read more

Third person before the courts following aggravated robbery, Invercargill

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police have taken a third young person into custody in relation to an aggravated robbery in Invercargill. At around 3.30am on Monday 24 March, Police were alerted to four people entering a store on North Road. The group targeted cigarettes and tobacco before fleeing in a vehicle. Today, Police … Read more

Dream becomes a reality for EIT Auckland Valedictorian | EIT Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology – Tairāwhiti 7 minutes ago When Mai Nguyễn first arrived in New Zealand in April 2023, she could only dream of one day standing on stage delivering the valedictory speech at her own graduation. Yesterday, (March 25), she did just that — speaking as Valedictorian and graduating with a Master … Read more

Media Advisory: Dog graduation

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) New Zealand Police will host the latest dog graduation on Thursday 27 March at 1pm.  Handlers and their dogs will be celebrating in front of whānau and friends and members of the New Zealand Police executive and the New Zealand Army.  Graduating from the police patrol dog course are … Read more

Cuddles for crims out, rights for victims in

Source: ACT Party Welcoming the third-reading passage of sentencing reforms today, ACT Justice spokesperson Todd Stephenson says: “Cuddling criminals didn’t work, so ACT campaigned on restoring consequences for crime, and rights for victims. Now, that’s written into law,” says Mr Stephenson. “The reforms passed today deliver on ACT coalition commitments to create new aggravating factors … Read more

Man taken into custody following Murupara incident

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Inspector Lincoln Sycamore, Bay of Plenty District Commander (Acting) A man has been taken into custody following an incident in Murupara today. About 6:45am, the man allegedly forced entry into the unmanned Murupara Police station by smashing a glass door. A vehicle was not used to gain … Read more

Two before the court following burglary, Bluff

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attribute to Senior Sergeant Mel Robertson: Two youths have been arrested in Bluff overnight, following a reported burglary at a commercial premises on Gore Street. At around 2:30am, Police were called to the premises after reports of a burglary. The alleged offenders gained access and have taken items from … Read more