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Source: New Zealand Government Thousands more high school students are passing the foundational literacy and numeracy assessments required for NCEA, clear evidence the Government’s relentless focus on the basics is delivering results, Education Minister Erica Stanford says. “The latest NCEA co-requisite assessment results show a marked improvement in student achievement in numeracy and reading, especially … Read more
Source: Southern Discoveries Southern Discoveries has become the first tourism company in Milford Sound to be AF8-ready with specialist emergency survival equipment. The longest-running Milford Sound cruise operator has fitted out its entire fleet of vehicles, including five coaches seating up to 250 people, with survival gear specifically designed for major earthquake events. And the initiative … Read more
Source: Commentary from Kelvin Davidson, Cotality NZ Chief Property Economist Cotality’s latest Buyer Classification data for June is in and it offers a full view of buyer behaviour across New Zealand for Q2. The figures point to a resilient and active first home buyer segment amid ongoing (but slightly lesser) affordability challenges. At the same time, … Read more
Source: PSA The Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi represents over 11,000 local government workers, and has a total membership of over 96,000 people living, paying rates and voting across the country. Currently local bodies are responsible for running their own elections, and most contract that job out to private firms. “Private companies should … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government More than 80,700 people moved off a main benefit and into work in the last financial year, Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston says. “Despite challenging economic conditions, the Government has been relentlessly focused on getting New Zealanders into work. It’s encouraging that 80,000 Kiwis were able to kick start … Read more
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 17 July 2025 – The Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua has today published an updated implementation timeline for incoming changes to the prudential regulatory regime for deposit takers. The Deposit Takers Act 2023 (DTA) modernises the regulatory framework to help ensure the safety and soundness of … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 17 July 2025 Eva Obushenkova, an Investigator with DOC’s National Compliance Team, says the first incident occurred between 11:20 am and 12 pm on May 21, and involves a recreational boat skipper seen steering his vessel through a pod of bottlenose dolphins. “One witness has seen the vessel launched at … Read more
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Cyber security webinars Modified 19 June 2024 Over the last year, the Cyber Security for the Tertiary Sector initiative facilitated online webinars to help organisations in the New Zealand tertiary education sector to better understand cyber security and help them decide what steps they can take to become more secure. https://www.tec.govt.nz/teo/working-with-teos/improving-cyber-security-in-the-tertiary-sector/how-to-improve-your-cyber-security MIL OSI
Source: New Zealand Government Minister of State for Trade and Investment Nicola Grigg will travel to Fiji this week to attend the Pacific Island Forum’s Trade Ministers Meeting (FTMM). “Trade plays a critical role in getting more money into your back pocket, helping you and your family to thrive. It drives employment, economic growth, and … Read more
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) Photo Courtesy of Elizabeth Haydon NEW YORK, July 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Australian cellist Elizabeth Haydon today announced her Carnegie Hall debut recital, slated for 8 p.m. this evening in the intimate Weill Recital Hall. The appearance is the next major step in Haydon’s musical career, whose pursuit of an unrivaled, … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SHENZHEN, CHINA – EQS Newswire – 16 July 2025 – SY Holdings Group Limited (“SY Holdings” or the “Group”, Stock Code: 6069.HK), a leading digital-intelligence technology company focused on “AI + Industrial Supply Chains”, today announced a positive profit alert for the six months ended 30 June 2025. Net profit is expected … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 July 2025 – This summer, LEGO® Group teams up with popular minifigure Lok Jai to invite everyone in Hong Kong—young and old—to “Take a Brick” and enjoy a slower, more joyful summer! From July 12 to August 31, 2025, LEGO® Hong Kong presents … Read more
Source: Media Outreach The Hong Kong Society of Cosmetic Chemists (HKSCC) Invites Swiss Biotech Expert to unveil scientific truths behind aging Clinical Evidence Confirms Anti-Aging Efficacy of Plant-Based Stem Cell Exosomes – A Truly Effective Age-Defying Breakthrough HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 July 2025 – From the popularity of anti-aging supplements … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 July 2025 – This news release is made by Johnson Electric Holdings Limited (“Johnson Electric” or the “Company” and together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”) for the business operations and selected unaudited financial information of the Group for the three months ended 30 … Read more
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) Highlights Groundbreaking ceremony kicks of the construction of the Inland Rail Facility (IRF) and upgrade of the ore haulage access road The IRF and road are critical infrastructure projects for the transfer bauxite from the Minim Martap Mine to the Port of Douala Engineering work for rail and port infrastructure to start … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is warning motorists to be prepared for challenging driving conditions on central South Island highways over the next few days as freezing conditions set in. Weather forecasts supplied to NZTA show that persistent freezing fog is likely for parts of State Highways 8 … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand and Malaysia have committed to boosting trade in high-quality halal meat products. Minister for Food Safety Andrew Hoggard says, “Malaysia is a significant market for New Zealand’s premium halal meat products, with exports of more than $60 million last year.” “Malaysia is facilitating the approval of several New Zealand … Read more
Source: Ministry for Culture and Heritage “Potential National Erebus Memorial sites in Christchurch have been shared with Erebus families,” says Secretary for Culture and Heritage, Leauanae Laulu Mac Leauanae. The sites have been identified as possible locations for the memorial, which will honour the 257 people who lost their lives in 1979, when Flight TE901 crashed … Read more
Source: Alcohol Healthwatch We all want the most up-to-date information to help us make informed choices for ourselves and our families. This is why today Alcohol Healthwatch have just posted the most recent evidence-based low-risk drinking guidelines on their website. New Zealand’s drinking guidelines are out of date and do not align with research showing there … Read more
Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers is welcoming the Government’s moves to rein in soaring council rates but says key elements are missing from the reform bill announced yesterday. “The proposed legislation rightly refocuses councils on core services – roads, water, rubbish, and basic infrastructure – something we’ve long called for,” Federated Farmers local government spokesperson Sandra … Read more
Source: Media Outreach MOSCOW, RUSSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 July 2025 – Wildberries, a leading digital platform in Eurasia, is launching a pilot service for express delivery of ready-made meals from restaurants and cafes. In the pilot phase, the service will operate in select districts of Moscow and St. Petersburg and is later … Read more
Source: Media Outreach 94.5% claims settlement ratio was achieved amidst a difficult business environment First year that two categories – Employees’ Compensation Hong Kong and Marine – saw settlement ratios of 100% Digital claims project Zero Touch wins “Claims Initiative of the Year” award HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 July 2025 … Read more
Source: Porirua City Council A meeting with family members of those in interred in unmarked graves in Porirua Cemetery attracted more than 50 people, as the Council applies for funding for a fitting memorial. The meeting, on 28 June at the cemetery, was spurred to take place by some of the families once it became public … Read more
Source: Blind Low Vision NZ This August, Kiwis are lacing up their walking shoes and joining PAWGUST, a nationwide challenge supporting the guide dogs who help New Zealanders live life without limits. Whether you’re walking solo or side-by-side with your dog, PAWGUST invites you to step outside every day in August and help raise vital … Read more
Source: Federated Farmers The decision that councils will be stopped from rushing through new restrictive plan changes is welcome news to farmers, Federated Farmers RMA reform spokesperson Mark Hooper says. “Councils across New Zealand have been continuing to push ahead with new district plans that put farms under restrictive overlays, such as Outstanding Natural Landscapes and … Read more
Source: New Zealand Super Fund Nelson-Tasman State of Emergency NZ Super Fund-owned farms and orchards in the top of the South Island seem to have escaped the worst of the recent weather, with extensive cleaning up required but no significant damage to trees or infrastructure. Our thoughts are with those of our neighbours who have … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Work is set to start on major upgrades to State Highway 76 (SH76) Brougham Street in Christchurch that will support economic growth and make it safer and easier for people to move through the city, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “Earlier this year the Government confirmed Crown funding for this Road of … Read more