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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

Weather News – Dry and mainly settled weather provides chance to spot blood moon – MetService

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Source: MetService 13/03/2025 – Covering period of Thu 13 – Mon 17 March 2025 – After a cold, southerly intrusion midweek, MetService is forecasting a return to widespread settled weather as high pressure moves in from the Tasman Sea. Warm temperatures driven by northwesterly winds are predicted in the south and east from Sunday as … Read more

Building new careers: Seventy-six new police officers graduate

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Commissioner Richard Chambers and Wing Patron, Hon Anne Tolley congratulated the 76 graduating constables from wing 382 today. Families and friends celebrated the newly attested police officers at Te Rauparaha Arena, Porirua this afternoon to acknowledge the successful completion of their initial training course. There are some likeminded individuals … Read more

ENVIRONMENT – Have your say on application for new fungicide

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Source: Environmental Protection Authority We want your feedback on an application to import or manufacture Rhapsody, a new fungicide for use on apples, grapes and pears. Rhapsody is used to control blackspot or powdery mildew on apples and pears, or Botrytis on grapes. UPL New Zealand have applied to introduce the new fungicide, which contains 218 … Read more

Local News – Porirua City to consult on rates increase starting point of 6.75%

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Source: Porirua City Council Porirua City Council’s Te Puna Kōrero Committee has today given the go ahead for consultation on the proposed Annual Plan 2025/26, which sets the budget and rates for the coming year – with a starting point for rates increases of 6.75 per cent. Approval was also given to consult on the future … Read more

Housing Market – No sizzle this summer for residential property market – QV

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Source: QUALITY VALUATIONS (QV) It’s been a flat summer for New Zealand’s housing market, in spite of falling interest rates. Our latest QV House Price Index shows residential property values have increased nationally by an average of just 0.5% in the three months to the end of February 2025. The average home is now worth … Read more

Business News – Over 300 people remove nearly a tonne of Manukau Harbour rubbish in one morning

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Source: Hirepool While the cost of living crisis continues to impact New Zealanders at the supermarket, the fuel pump, and the roofs over our heads, Saturday’s turnout – over 300 people who removed 8,950 litres of rubbish (880kgs) – at the Hirepool Big Clean in Onehunga shows that protecting the environment is still a key priority … Read more

Speech to NZ Infrastructure Investment Summit – Choose New Zealand

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Source: New Zealand Government Tēna koutou katoa. Greetings everyone.  It’s a pleasure to be here today, to feel your energy and the sense of possibility and opportunity in this room.  Whether you’ve travelled from the other side of the world or took on Auckland traffic to be here, your presence matters.  I’m here today as … Read more

Delays on the Lower Buller Gorge week of 17 March

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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency 13 March 2025 3:13 pm | NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi People who drive in and out of Westport via SH6, the Buller Gorge, are encouraged to build in an extra half hour to their trips next week, says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA). A number of maintenance activities … Read more

International students forced to pay up to $5,730 for compulsory Treaty course

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Source: ACT Party ACT’s Tertiary Education spokesperson Dr Parmjeet Parmar is calling on Auckland University to scrap its compulsory ‘Waipapa Taumata Rau’ course, covering the Treaty of Waitangi and traditional Māori knowledge systems, after discovering that international students are being forced to pay thousands of dollars for it. “It’s no wonder Auckland University is slipping … Read more