Police out in force to target antisocial road user behaviour in Manawatu

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Inspector Ashley Gurney, Manawatu Area Prevention Manager: Police will have a visible presence on Manawatu roads this weekend, ahead of an expected gathering of antisocial vehicle users, pushing one clear message: your disruption will not be tolerated on our roads. Police are spearheading a response by bolstering … Read more

Police make arrests over gang fight in Pukekohe

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police have made seven arrests over a serious assault in Pukekohe at the end of 2024. Investigators have executed a number of search warrants this week, and there are further arrests expected. Detective Senior Sergeant Rob Hunkin says on 18 December 2024, Police were initially called to a disorder … Read more

Update: Further arrests following protest during Auckland Pride event

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police have made three further arrests in the investigation into a protest at the Te Atatū Community Centre. It follows four arrests on Wednesday into complaints made with Police after the 15 February event. The three men have been charged and bailed to appear in the Waitākere District Court … Read more

Man before the courts after fleeing driver incident, Shannon

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Senior Sergeant Sam Gilpin: A man has been remanded in custody following an incident in Shannon on Wednesday morning that involved a crashed car, a fleeing driver, and two stolen Holdens. Just after 5am on 12 February, Horowhenua Police responded to reports of a crash in Shannon, … Read more

Failing to register firearms has consequences

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) A firearms license holder is facing prosecution in a case where it is alleged he failed to register his firearms because he believed the law would change in future. A 44 year-old Auckland man has been summonsed to appear at Waitakere District Court next month on charges under section … Read more

Melco continues to lead with the city’s top number of Stars granted by MICHELIN Guide Hong Kong & Macau 2025

Source: Media Outreach MACAO SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 March 2025 – Melco Resorts & Entertainment continues to lead in Macau in the newly published MICHELIN Guide Hong Kong & Macau 2025, being granted eight MICHELIN Stars across five restaurants located in City of Dreams, Studio City and Altira Macau. This year’s result … Read more

Galaxy Macau’s Reveals a Galaxy of Stars As the Integrated Resort’s Restaurants are Awarded Five Michelin Stars in the 17th Michelin Guide Hong Kong Macau 2025

Source: Media Outreach MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 March 2025 – In the 17th Michelin Guide Hong Kong Macau 2025, Galaxy Macau™, the world-class luxury integrated resort, has once again proven its place at the forefront of the Greater Bay Area dining scene. An impressive four of its restaurants have collectively earned … Read more

Prince Holding Group Earns Fifth Consecutive ‘Best in Cambodia’ Award for CSR Initiatives

Source: Media Outreach Recognized at the 17th Annual Global CSR & ESG Awards for Sustainable Development Efforts PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 March 2025 – Prince Holding Group has been recognized as “Best in Country Excellence – Best in Cambodia” at the 17th Annual Global CSR & ESG Awards, marking the … Read more

LFC and adidas reunite with new multi-year partnership

Source: Media Outreach LIVERPOOL, UK – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 March 2025 – Liverpool Football Club and adidas have agreed a new multi-year partnership that will see the sportswear giant once again become the club’s official kit partner. From 1st August 2025 Liverpool FC will wear the iconic three stripes for the third time … Read more

Unity Group Announces the Issuance of Carbon Emission Rights, Ongoing Projects Expected to Reduce 25 Million Tons of Carbon Dioxide Emissions

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – EQS Newswire – 13 March 2025 – Sustainable development is a global goal. Energy conservation, emission reduction, and achieving zero emissions and carbon neutrality are important ways to reach this goal. Recently, Unity Group Holdings International Limited (1539.HK) hosted the International Carbon Emission Day Conference in Malaysia. At … Read more

Yuexiu Transport recorded net profit of RMB 660 million with stable final dividend of 13 HK cents per share

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 March 2025 – Yuexiu Transport (01052) announced 2024 annual results and recorded revenue of RMB3,867 million. Profit attributable to shareholders was RMB657 million, representing a year-on-year decrease of 14.2%. The drop in profit was mainly due to decline in revenue and the expiration … Read more

VinUniversity and NTU Singapore to establish a strategic, comprehensive and long-term alliance

Source: Media Outreach HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 March 2025 – VinUniversity (VinUni) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU – Singapore) have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a strategic, comprehensive, and long-term partnership. This milestone brings VinUni closer to its ambition of joining the ranks of the world’s top … Read more

Henkel presents the next edition of the Martha Schwarzkopf Award for outstanding female scientists

Source: Media Outreach DÜSSELDORF, GERMANY – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 March 2025 – For the fourth time, Henkel is proud to present the Martha Schwarzkopf Award for Women in Science, dedicated to supporting and empowering women in the scientific community. Alongside the main award, which honors outstanding, long-term contributions to hair science, an “Emerging … Read more

DHL Express Hong Kong becomes the Official Partner of Kai Tak Sports Park

Source: Media Outreach Both parties will collaborate to drive the growth of sports and entertainment events to the city and help to foster the development of Hong Kong into a premier hub for mega live events HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 March 2025 – DHL Express, the world’s leading international express … Read more

Social Issues – New research centres rangatahi voices to identify transformative justice approaches – Amnesty International

Source: Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand A summary of the report ‘If I was Prime Minister: Insights and experiences of rangatahi in the Aotearoa New Zealand justice system’ highlights key issues from conversations with rangatahi, and the people supporting them, and identifies necessary responses to transform justice approaches for lasting change. These conversations revealed how systems … Read more

Make a Splash This Summer: Celebrate Water and Culture at Five Iconic Bangkok Destinations with ONESIAM

Source: Media Outreach ONESIAM’s Songkran celebrations, part of Siam Piwat’s guest experience program, offer tourists an elevated summer journey through culture, tradition, and immersive festivities BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 March 2025 – This April, Bangkok bursts with vibrant energy and festive celebrations. As summer ushers in the Thai New Year, visitors … Read more

Energy – High renewable generation masks mounting deindustrialisation crisis

Source: Energy Resources Aotearoa New data from the Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) reveals that from October to December 2024, electricity generation recorded its lowest quarter since 2016. Energy Resources Chief Executive John Carnegie says focusing on reduced quarterly emissions masks the impact of lower demand and higher prices, resulting in deindustrialisation. As a … Read more

2025 Ngarimu VC and 28th (Māori) Battalion Memorial Scholarships announced

Source: New Zealand Government Thirteen students from across New Zealand have been awarded the prestigious Ngarimu VC and 28th (Māori) Battalion Memorial Scholarships and Awards for 2025, Minister of Education and Ngarimu Board Chair, Erica Stanford announced today.“The recipients of these scholarships and awards embody determination, commitment and exceptional leadership, qualities that mirror the valiant … Read more

Glendene warrant uncovers firearms

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police have uncovered a cache of firearms and ammunition while investigating a stolen motorbike. On Wednesday morning, the Waitematā Gang Disruption Unit executed a search warrant in Glendene. Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Williams says says a man and woman were located at the address by Police staff, who were … Read more

Visa offers seamless tap-to-ride experiences for Visa cardholders on Ho Chi Minh City Metro Line 1

Source: Media Outreach HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 March 2025 – Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, has continued its role as an Official Co-sponsor of the Inauguration Ceremony for Ho Chi Minh City Metro Line 1 (Ben Thanh – Suoi Tien). As part of this … Read more

Charge laid as investigation into concerning email continues

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) One person has been charged as an investigation continues into a threatening email directed at two Auckland schools. Enquiries by Counties Manukau Police into the origin of the email led investigators to a Māngere East address.  Acting Counties Manukau District Commander Inspector Alison Brand says Police executed a search … Read more

Design Research – New data indicates rising summer indoor temperatures, reinforcing need for better home design – BRANZ

Source: BRANZ As warm temperatures continue, BRANZ’s landmark study into home energy use and indoor conditions indicates that indoor summer temperatures have risen by 6-10% over the past 20 years, and people are feeling the heat. This rise in summer indoor temperatures occurs against a backdrop of outdoor temperatures increasing by 4-8% over the same … Read more

Housing Market Analysis – NZ housing not cheap, but affordability shows signs of improving

Source: CoreLogic – Analysis By Kelvin Davidson, CoreLogic NZ Chief Property Economist New Zealand’s housing affordability has improved to its best level since 2019 on some measures, with falling property values, rising incomes, and, most recently, lower mortgage rates easing affordability pressures. The latest CoreLogic NZ Housing Affordability Report Q4 2024 shows that while affordability … Read more

Fire Safety – Fires still being lit in Waikato and Coromandel during outdoor fire ban

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand is reminding people in Waikato and Coromandel not to light outdoor fires while a prohibited fire season is in place. Last week, Fire and Emergency banned outdoor fires for most of Waikato and all of Coromandel, until further notice. Waikato District Manager Daryl Trim says … Read more

Universities – Dr Greg Murison to lead UniServices – UoA

Source: University of Auckland (UoA) UniServices has a new CEO, Dr Greg Murison, following the retirement of Dr Andy Shenk. Dr Greg Murison (Ngāi Tahu, Kāti Māmoe, Waitaha) has been appointed to a new, combined leadership position as CEO, Auckland UniServices Limited and Pro Vice-Chancellor (Innovation and Enterprise), at Waipapa Taumata Rau, the University of … Read more

Local News – Councils to consult on future of water services

Source: Porirua City Council The way water services are delivered is changing, and councils in the Wellington region are seeking community feedback on the best way forward. After decades of underinvestment, councils around the country face stark challenges to meet the investment needed to ensure safe and reliable drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater supply and infrastructure. … Read more

Events – Experience the power of the DIVA in new international exhibition coming to Auckland Museum

Source: Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum proudly presents DIVA, a major international exhibition exploring the extraordinary power and creativity of performers who have shaped culture, challenged norms, and captivated audiences worldwide. Opening Wednesday 18 June 2025, DIVA comes exclusively to Auckland Museum from London’s Victoria and … Read more