Vingroup Advances Sustainability Through a Holistic Ecosystem Approach

Source: Media Outreach Vingroup is shaping a green ecosystem that seamlessly integrates sustainability into transportation, urban living, and environmental conservation, under Chairman Phạm Nhật Vượng’s visionary leadership. HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 April 2025 – As climate change intensifies and sustainable practices become a global priority, businesses are increasingly called upon to … Read more

Prince Holding Group Wins Silver Stevie for Chen Zhi Scholarship, Advancing Educational Access in Cambodia

Source: Media Outreach PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 April 2025 – Prince Holding Group has received a Silver Stevie® Award in the Innovative Achievement in Corporate Social Responsibility category at the 2025 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, recognizing its efforts to expand educational opportunities in a country where fewer than one in five … Read more

First Responders – Large fire at recycling plant in Wairau Valley Auckland

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand was alerted to a well involved fire at a recycling plant on Hillside Road in Wairau Valley Auckland at 17.24 this evening. It is understood there are batteries on fire inside the factory and the fire is producing large amounts of smoke.. The fire is … Read more

First Responders – Auckland Hillside Road recycling plant fire update #2

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand crews have contained a large fire in an Auckland recycling plant to the building.  The officer in charge, Assistant Commander Barry Thomas says crews are now continuing to work on extinguishing the fire within the building. “Sixteen fire trucks, four ladder trucks, four specialist appliances … Read more

Weather News – Chilly Dawn Service but warm air brings rain through weekend – MetService

Source: MetService Covering period of Thursday 24 – Sunday 27 April – Most of the country is in for a dry but cool ANZAC Day dawn service with MetService forecasts looking more favourable for outdoors activities around the South Island while warm, humid air brings rain in from the Far North over the weekend. Cloudier skies … Read more

Govt News – Minister listens to industry on training

Source: MinEx, Health and Safety in NZ Extractives Vocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds has been praised for having listened to industry voices and giving them the lead on work-based training. MinEx, the national Health and Safety Council for the extractives sector, was among a number of industry bodies which feared the Government would dominate its new … Read more

Unicef – Increases in vaccine-preventable disease outbreaks threaten years of progress, warn WHO, UNICEF, Gavi

Source: UNICEF Aotearoa NZ  Immunization efforts are under growing threat as misinformation, population growth, humanitarian crises, and funding cuts jeopardize progress and leave millions of children, adolescents, and adults at risk, warn WHO, UNICEF, and Gavi during World Immunization Week, 24-30 April. Outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases such as measles, meningitis, and yellow fever are rising globally, … Read more

Energy Resources Aotearoa Welcomes New Industry-Led Work-based Learning Model

Source: Energy Resources Aotearoa Energy Resources Aotearoa has welcomed Vocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds’ announcement today confirming the introduction of an independent, industry-led model for work-based learning from 1 January 2026. John Carnegie, Chief Executive of Energy Resources Aotearoa, says the announcement reflects strong industry feedback and is a positive step forward for vocational education in … Read more

Chinachem Group Pioneers Asia’s First Triple-Themed Syndicated Loan

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 April 2025 – Chinachem Group (“CCG”) announced today the successful closure of an HK$8 billion syndicated loan facility (“the Facility”), marking its debut syndicated loan and establishing a new benchmark for sustainable finance in Asia. As the region’s first syndicated loan to combine … Read more

Dusit International expands in China with signing of Dusit Hotel AG Park, Chengdu

Source: Media Outreach Dusit brings its signature Thai-inspired gracious hospitality to Chengdu, home of giant pandas, Sichuan cuisine, and the world-renowned Sichuan Opera. BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 April 2025 – Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, represented in China by Dusit Fudu Hotels and Resorts, has … Read more

Police investigating crash involving off-road motorcycle

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attribute to Road Policing Manager Inspector Angela Hallett Police are investigating a serious crash involving an off-road bike in Hastings this afternoon. About 2pm, a motorcycle crashed on Canning Road, between Hapia Street and Orchard Road. As the bike skidded along the ground it hit a nurse outside a … Read more

Name release – State Highway 2, Tangoio crash

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police are now in the position to release the name of the man who died following a crash on State Highway 2, Tangoio on 16 April. He was Glen Stephen Harrison, 64. Police extend our condolences to his family and friends at this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances … Read more

BEAUTY&YOU by The Shilla Duty Free Unveils the 1st Monochromatic Art Style “Shilla Fragrance Journey” at Hong Kong International Airport

Source: Media Outreach Capture Delightful Moments in Life4Cuts Photo Booth, Enjoy aComplimentary Gift with Special Discount HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 April 2025 – BEAUTY&YOU by The Shilla Duty Free Hong Kong, carrying over 200 cosmetic, skincare, perfume and fashion brands, with more than 2,600 fragrances items, is thrilled to unveil … Read more

Photos could help formally identify remains

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police are seeking photos of a Russian stuntman who went missing in 2002, in the hope the image can help identify partial remains located at Motutere earlier this year. Artour Melikov was 36 when he was reported missing on 10 September 2002. Turangi Police located his vehicle at the … Read more

Education Should be Led by Experts-Not Economists

Source: Te Pati Maori Te Pāti Māori are appalled by Cabinet’s decision to agree to 15 recommendations to the Early Childhood Education (ECE) sector following the regulatory review by the Ministry of Regulation. We emphasise the need to prioritise tamariki Māori in Early Childhood Education, conducted by education experts- not economists. “Our mokopuna deserve an … Read more

Gang Conflict Warrant issued in Eastern District

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) To be attributed to Detective Inspector Marty James, District Manager Criminal Investigations: Eastern District Police have today been issued a Gang Conflict Warrant, following several incidents stemming from ongoing tensions between Mongrel Mob and Black Power. At around 10:45pm on Tuesday night, shots were fired at houses in Wairoa … Read more

Night closures coming for State Highway 2 – Masterton to Carterton

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Late April and early May will see maintenance works underway on State Highway 2 between Masterton and Carterton. Roxanne Hilliard, Wellington Alliance Manager, says contractors will complete a wide range of maintenance tasks. “They will be fixing safety barriers – we have four recent barrier strikes that need to be … Read more

Police investigate incidents of damage and theft at Porirua schools

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Please attribute to Inspector Renée Perkins, Area Commander, Kāpiti-Mana: Porirua Police and Māori Wardens are increasing patrols after several incidents of damage and theft at local schools. On Monday evening, 21 April, buildings and vehicles at two schools in Porirua East suffered over $32,000 worth of damage. Agencies, along … Read more

Be prepared and plan ahead for Anzac weekend

Source: Auckland Council After last week’s dose of wet and windy weather, Aucklanders are getting a bit of a reprieve for Anzac Day but may see rain over the weekend, most likely Sunday. We’re reminding people to check drains and gutters again; plan travel carefully and stay up to date with weather forecasts. Auckland Emergency … Read more

Rhenus Group Strengthens LATAM Region as Blu Logistics Rebrands to Rhenus Logistics

Source: Media Outreach MUMBAI, INDIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 April 2025 – The Rhenus Group, a global logistics solutions provider, has announced the official rebranding of Blu Logistics LATAM to Rhenus Logistics, following its acquisition in 2023. The rebranding will enhance the Group’s footprint and operational integration across Latin America, as BLU Logistics … Read more

NZ’s partnership with United Kingdom reinforced

Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has completed a successful three-day visit to the United Kingdom, where he met with His Majesty King Charles III and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. “The UK is one of New Zealand’s most trusted partners, and I had a hugely productive day with Prime Minister Starmer,” Mr … Read more

Govt vocational education reforms will cause massive disruption – CTU

Source: New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi  (CTU) The New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi is warning that the Government’s decision to adopt a new model for the vocational education and training sector will lead to massive disruptions and instability in an already fatigued sector. “The NZCTU remains fundamentally … Read more

ANZAC Day – ‘Never Again’ Anzac Day Peace Picnic

Source: Peace Action Wellington Friday 25 April 2025 – An Anzac Day Peace Picnic with the theme of ‘Never Again’ will be held at Pukeahu National War Memorial on Friday 25 April from 12:30pm-2pm. This is a family-friendly peace event operating under the tikanga of mana whenua, Te Kotahitanga o Taranaki Whanui ki te Upoko … Read more

State Highway 1 north of Tokoroa reopens

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) District: Bay of Plenty State Highway 1 north of Tokoroa has reopened following a serious crash this morning. Police would like to thank motorists for their patience and cooperation while the road was closed. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre.  MIL OSI

Name release: Fatal crash, Culverden

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can now name the person who died following a crash in Culverden on 15 April. He was 73-year-old Linton Charrington Gardiner, from Waiau, Hurunui. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash remain ongoing. ENDS Issued by … Read more

Wildberries launches IT training for students and young mothers in Belarus

Source: Media Outreach MINSK, BELARUS – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 April 2025 – Wildberries, a leading e-commerce platform in Eurasia, has launched a new program in Belarus to teach IT skills to students and young mothers for working in online marketplaces. The project brings together 24 participants – 12 students and 12 young moms, … Read more

Serious crash, Canning Road, Hastings

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash that has blocked Canning Road at Camberley, Hastings. About 2pm, a motorcycle carrying two riders crashed between Hapia Street and Orchard Road, and then collided with a member of the public on the footpath. Two people have serious injuries … Read more