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Source: New Zealand Government A high-level delegation from across Parliament has reinforced New Zealand’s enduring bonds to the Pacific over the past week, Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters says.“Our New Zealand Parliamentarians drawn from five political parties, across government and opposition, have spent time in Tonga, Hawaii, Fiji and Vanuatu connecting with our Pacific family,” … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government More than 2,000 additional Jobseekers found work in the first three months of 2025 than in the same period last year, statistics Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston describes as “cautiously encouraging.”Quarterly benefit numbers released by the Ministry of Social Development (MSD) today show more than 23,000 clients receiving a … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police acknowledge the findings of the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) over the use of force on a male prisoner. In November 2023, Police staff received a 19-year-old man into custody at the Manukau District Custody Unit. Mr X began banging his head against a wall after being placed … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) In the 18 months to Monday, first responders had seen the result of crashes that killed 26 people around rural Canterbury. By Tuesday, it was 28. Inspector Peter Cooper, the Canterbury Rural Area Commander, is a 40-year veteran but says experience doesn’t make fatal crashes easier to deal with. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Another set of eyes and ears are on patrol, with the launch of the much anticipated Takanini Community Patrol this week. The patrol launches after an 18-month joint effort between Community Patrols of New Zealand (CPNZ) and NZ Police, with support from the Supreme Sikh Society. The new service … Read more
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) PERTH, Australia, April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Paladin Energy Ltd (ASX:PDN, TSX:PDN, OTCQX:PALAF) (Paladin) has today been served with a class action proceeding in the Supreme Court of Victoria. The class action alleges that Paladin made misleading representations and contravened its ASX continuous disclosure obligations between 27 June 2024 and 11 … Read more
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) SYDNEY, April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — IREN Limited (NASDAQ: IREN) (together with its subsidiaries, “IREN”), today provided an update on its Bitcoin mining expansion. “We’re proud to have reached 40 EH/s, marking yet another significant step toward our 50 EH/s target,” said Daniel Roberts, IREN Co-Founder and Co-CEO. “The site team’s … Read more
Source: Media Outreach 15 Tech Companies Showcase AI, Telecommunications, and Green and Construction Tech at HKSTP Pavilion HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 April 2025 – The Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) will lead a delegation of 15 innovative tech companies to GITEX Asia 2025, taking place from 23-25 … Read more
Upcoming Infoshare update – Important information Kia ora, We wanted to let you know that Infoshare will be undergoing a security update. To implement these changes, the tool will be temporarily unavailable on Wednesday 23 April from 3pm to 4pm. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Thank you for … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 April 2025 – Leong Yik Engineering & Contractor has launched a newly redesigned website to mark its 7th year of operations in Singapore. The new platform features a clean layout, improved navigation, and a more intuitive user interface, all designed to offer a smoother and … Read more
Source: Media Outreach This is the first in Singapore to offer flexible AI courses geared towards all organisational roles – from business and operational teams to decision-makers – all in one place Unlike traditional offerings, where companies must purchase and manage separate courses for each department or level, General Assembly’s AI Academy lets companies assemble … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Energy Minister Simon Watts welcomes Lodestone Energy’s move to become New Zealand’s newest electricity retailer. “Energy is critical to growing New Zealand’s economy and lifting productivity. Our energy system should be supporting our businesses and industries to compete on the global stage by making sure they have access to reliable, affordable … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 April 2025 – Zero Fintech Group Limited (“Zero Fintech” or the “Company”, stock code: 0093.HK), a leading fintech innovator, is proud to announce its stellar financial performance for the year ended 31 December 2024, showcasing remarkable growth driven by strategic execution and advanced … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is delivering on its commitment to make freshwater farm plans more practical and affordable, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay and Associate Environment Minister Andrew Hoggard announced today.“We’re cutting the cost and complexity out of the system,” Mr Hoggard says.“Cabinet has agreed to progress improvements, meeting a key commitment in our … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand is boosting support to Vanuatu to recover from last year’s earthquake and develop its renewable energy sector, Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters says. “Being in Port Vila has underlined the scale of the challenge that Vanuatu faces in recovering from the December earthquake, and we are pleased to provide a … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 April 2025 – Shama Hub Metro South Hong Kong (“Shama Hub MetroSouth”), a contemporary urban retreat and distinguished member of the ONYX Hospitality Group, is delighted to announce the launch of its enchanting Panda-Themed Rooms, available for booking from April 16 to June … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency State Highway 4 (SH4) between Manunui and National Park has reopened early to 1 lane this afternoon under stop/go, and will be fully reopen by the end of the day under a temporary speed limit. The highway has been closed since Monday morning 14 April for emergency repairs, due to … Read more
Source: Federated Farmers The Government’s proposed improvements to farm plans are a positive step towards a more practical and affordable solution, but the devil will be in the detail, Federated Farmers says. “Farm plans have huge potential to cut unnecessary red tape, compliance costs, and consenting requirements for farmers,” Federated Farmers vice president Colin Hurst says. … Read more
Source: RNZRSA On Tuesday 22 April, the RNZRSA will officially open its first Veteran Support Centre in Manurewa. The opening will be conducted by Minister for Veterans Hon Chris Penk, the RNZRSA’s National President Sir Wayne (Buck) Shelford and Board Chair LT GEN (Retd) Rhys Jones. The opening of the Manurewa RSA Veteran … Read more
Source: PSA At a time of turmoil in the international economic landscape, it doesn’t make sense to kneecap one of the key agencies dedicated to helping New Zealand meet its challenges. The Government today announced a deep 25% cut in the bank’s five-year operational funding arrangement. “How does this fit with the Government’s economic growth agenda?” … Read more
Source: PSA Another 64 proposed redundancies were announced by Callaghan Innovation today in its continued disestablishment as part of the Government’s overhaul of the science sector. Included in the proposed redundancies are 48 scientists working in Callaghan Innovation’s Applied Technologies group. “There are scientists working in medical technology, artificial intelligence, robotics and mechatronics that are proposed … Read more
Source: Kiwis Against Seabed Mining (KASM) Wannabe seabed miners Trans Tasman Resources (TTR) have now applied for fast-track approval to dig up the South Taranaki Bight seabed, but community organisation Kiwis Against Seabed Mining (KASM) questioned whether the company had done the work required to give the EPA a full picture of the consequences, and … Read more
Source: Ara Institute of Canterbury Ara Institute of Canterbury and The Housing Innovation Society (THIS) have partnered to bring the biennial Coho Hui 2025 to Ōtautahi for 2025. The conference-dedicated to advancing collective housing in Aotearoa- is being held at Kahukura, Ara’s academic hub for engineering and architecture studies on April 16 and 17. With the … Read more
Source: PSA The PSA strongly opposes moves signalled in the Government’s Health Infrastructure Plan to use public-private partnerships to build new hospital buildings and car parks. Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi National Secretary Fleur Fitzsimons says the plans’ references to using public-private partnerships and long-term leases to provide health infrastructure is alarming. “The … Read more
Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace says it will continue the fight to stop seabed mining starting in Aotearoa after Trans-Tasman Resources (TTR) announced it has reapplied to the Environmental Protection Authority via the Fast-Track Act to start seabed mining in the South Taranaki Bight. Greenpeace is urging the EPA to throw out the seabed mining application without delay. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Labour Party The Government’s health infrastructure plan is big on promises but coy on where the money is coming from. “Simeon Brown says that more than $20 billion is needed but says nothing about where that will be magicked up from,” Labour leader Chris Hipkins said. “Labour had a plan to fix … Read more
Source: New Zealand Labour Party That equates to about $46,500 per student in charter schools compared to about $9000 per student in a state school. “Only in David Seymour’s world does it make sense to pour millions into a failed experiment for a couple hundred students yet restrict funding for school lunches for hundreds of … Read more