Ascott aims to double India portfolio to 12,000 units by 2028 and commits to grow India as a key outbound source market

Source: Media Outreach Inks three signings in Q1 2025 to add 600 units under the Oakwood brand, bringing Ascott’s current portfolio in India to ~6,100 units Introduces lyf, The Crest Collection and The Unlimited Collection brands to cater to the evolving needs of next-gen travellers and address the growing demand for authentic Indian heritage and … Read more

Zimbabwe Government Delivers on Commitment: Compensation of Former Farm Owners Under the Global Compensation Deed Commences

Source: Media Outreach In February 2025, Government disbursed US$20 million towards compensation of investors protected by Bilateral Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement whose farms were affected by the 2000 Land Reform programme HARARE, ZIMBABWE – EQS Newswire – 10 April 2025 – Zimbabwe Government has started fulfilling its commitment to compensate Former Farm Owners (FFOs) … Read more

Only ACT has courage to defend equal rights

Source: ACT Party “ACT was the only party with the courage to defend equal rights in Parliament by voting for the Treaty Principles Bill at its second reading,” says ACT Leader David Seymour. “Is New Zealand a tribal society where your rights depend on your ancestry, or a liberal democracy where everyone has the same … Read more

Second arrest made in relation to Kawerau homicide

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Paul Wilson, Eastern Bay of Plenty Area Investigations Manager: A second person has been arrested and charged with murder following the death of a man in Kawerau on 26 February. A 15-year-old male was taken into custody after Police executed a search warrant at … Read more

CPA Australia: Hong Kong SMEs eager to innovate amid tougher financing conditions

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 April 2025 – CPA Australia’s latest Asia-Pacific (APAC) Small Business Survey 2024-25 reveals that the outlook for business growth this year for Hong Kong’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) has slowed, though their hiring intentions remain strong. To combat uncertainties and rising competition, … Read more

Climate – Untapped potential of nature to reduce flooding – New Zealand could make better use of natural processes to reduce the risk of flooding – NIWA

Source: NIWA New Zealand could make better use of natural processes to reduce the risk of flooding, according to research by the National Institute of Water & Atmospheric Research (NIWA). Initiatives that use or mimic natural processes can improve water management and limit the devastation caused by storms and heavy rainfall, says NIWA hydrologist Dr James … Read more

EIT to host international Work-Integrated Learning conference | EIT Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology – Tairāwhiti 1 minute ago EIT is set to join Work-Integrated Learning New Zealand (WILNZ) in hosting the annual Work-Integrated Learning International Conference, bringing together educators, researchers, and industry leaders from across Aotearoa and beyond. To be held on April 15 and 16 at EIT’s Hawke’s Bay Campus in Taradale, … Read more

EIT students help thousands of kids tackle Tough Kid challenge | EIT Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology – Tairāwhiti 3 minutes ago EIT students helped bring the Mitre 10 MEGA Tough Kid challenge to life last week during two action-packed days. The popular annual event at Mitre 10 Park Hawke’s Bay drew thousands of tamariki from across the region to take on a 23-obstacle course focused on … Read more

“Little battler” black-fronted terns defy the odds

Source: Department of Conservation Date:  10 April 2025 The nationally endangered birds which nest on an island in the Upper Ōhau River battled an unseasonal and very heavy snowfall which buried them and their nests. The birds have a unique colony in the Upper Ōhau river system where around 700 of them nest each season. This … Read more

Research – House of Travel Helping Kiwis Make Expert Travel Plans – Canstar

Source: Canstar Blue April 10, 2025: Canstar Blue’s latest research reveals that if you’re booking an overseas trip, using the services of a great travel agent is as essential as making sure your passport is up to date. Over three-quarters (78%) of New Zealanders in our research say they use the services of a travel … Read more

Speech: Treaty Principles Bill, second reading

Source: ACT Party Intro I move, That the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill be now read a second time. Mr Speaker, members of this House, who’ve so far been so fortified against reason, can still change their minds and send this Bill onwards to a referendum of the people. I ask that Members listen … Read more

Child and Youth Strategy report shows worsening outcomes for children in Aotearoa – UNICEF

Source: UNICEF Aotearoa NZ The report shows worsened outcomes in the major areas of food security, affordable housing, hospital admissions and immunisation, and no improvement in material hardship since the 2017-2018 baseline reporting year. The percentage of young people aged 15-24 who experienced high or very high rates of psychological distress in the past four weeks … Read more

Higher bar for consenting helipads on Waiheke and Aotea Great Barrier

Source: Auckland Council Under the proposal, the standards for assessing new helipads would be updated, and a reference to the New Zealand Coastal Policy Statement would be added to the islands’ planning rules. Building a helipad on Waiheke or Aotea Great Barrier will remain a ‘restricted discretionary activity’. This means you need resource consent to … Read more

A day of remembrance

Source: Auckland Council A day of remembrance brings us together annually on Anzac Day (25 April), to commemorate those who gave their lives in service of their country and honour returned servicemen and women.  This year, Auckland Council and the Auckland RSA (Returned Services Association) warmly invite all Aucklanders to join the parades and services … Read more

DHL Group’s GoHelp conducts Disaster Response Team training in Bangalore to equip local teams in disaster preparedness skills

Source: Media Outreach More than 30 employees from all DHL businesses in India attended the second training in Bangalore BANGALORE, INDIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 April 2025 – DHL Group has conducted its second GoHelp Disaster Response Team (DRT) training in Bangalore, India, strengthening resilience and preparedness against disasters in the South Asia … Read more

Galaxy Macau Collaborates with Macau Polytechnic University to Present “The Scrolls of Stars” Art Exhibition at GalaxyArt

Source: Media Outreach Celebrating the Creative Vision of the New Generation and Supporting the Development of Macau’s Art Industry and Education MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 April 2025 – Galaxy Macau™, a world-class luxury integrated resort, remains steadfast in its commitment to integrate “Tourism + Culture” by promoting cultural innovation and artistic … Read more

Anzac Day 2025: Pay tribute at Pukeahu

Source: Ministry for Culture and Heritage “Pukeahu National War Memorial Park will once again be at the heart of New Zealand’s Anzac Day commemorations,” says Secretary for Culture and Heritage Leauanae Laulu Mac Leauanae. “We invite the public to join us in paying tribute to the courage and sacrifices of those who have served in wars, … Read more

The HKFYG marks completion of Hong Kong International a cappella Festival

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 April 2025 – Music is a universal language that transcends cultural boundaries and geographical borders. The Hong Kong International a cappella Festival 2025, an annual signature event of The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups (HKFYG), has just concluded on a resounding note. … Read more

Joint efforts applauded as fruit fly response ends

Source: New Zealand Government Biosecurity New Zealand today lifted controls on movement of fruit and vegetables in the North Shore suburb of Birkdale following no further finds of fruit flies since a single male Oriental fruit fly was discovered in a surveillance trap in the suburb in February.“This is great news for New Zealand as … Read more

Workers First Union Statement: Woolworths restructure – thousands of workers will lose hours and income

Source: Workers First Union The restructure of Woolworths supermarkets, announced to staff by the company today following a consultation period, will result in a reduction in income for thousands of experienced workers and should not go ahead in its current form, Workers First Union said today. The wide-ranging restructure, which the company claims is being adopted … Read more

Health Care Funding – Spectrum Foundation invests over $580,000 in disability-led projects

Source: Spectrum Foundation Group Spectrum Foundation is proud to award funding to nine disability support organisations in its latest – and largest – funding round to date. This milestone brings Spectrum Foundation’s total funding since its first distribution in 2023 to $2.2 million. Funding panel spokesperson Ann Thomson says this outcome reflects the increased demand following … Read more

Crackdown on unregistered dogs: final infringement notices issued

Source: Auckland Council As part of efforts to promote responsible dog ownership in the Auckland region, dog owners who have failed to register their pets despite multiple opportunities will now face Infringement fines. Auckland Council has issued final infringement notices, and those who do not pay within the next 28 days will have their fines … Read more

Oriental fruit fly restrictions lifted – Birkdale area

Source: Auckland Council Controls on the movement of fruit and vegetables in Auckland’s Birkdale area have been lifted after no further evidence of the Oriental fruit fly was found in the area. Biosecurity New Zealand, the biosecurity arm of the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI)  announced the update today. Phil Brown, Auckland Council Head of … Read more

Grant James Taylor recommended for appointment as Controller and Auditor-General

Source: New Zealand ParliamentThe Officers of Parliament Committee has recommended the appointment of Grant James Taylor as Controller and Auditor-General in their report on the Inquiry into the appointment of a Controller and Auditor-General, presented to the House today.MIL OSI MIL OSI

The roadworks housekeeping list: litter-picking, painting, cleaning and road-kill autumn tidy-up

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Road workers have been busy on Central Otago, Queenstown and Wanaka highways completing a variety of maintenance improvements in the lead-in to winter, says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA). While the annual programme includes multiple reseal and road rehabilitation elements, it doesn’t stop there, says Peter Standring, Maintenance Contract … Read more

Universities – Renters miss out on real relief from housing subsidy – UoA study

Source: University of Auckland (UoA) As more New Zealanders rent and rents continue to climb, new research shows government support is failing to ease housing stress. New Zealand’s accommodation supplement is doing little to improve affordability for renters, according to a recent study. (ref. https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=5100405 ) Although rental subsidies offer some relief, the study authors … Read more

Arts News – Auckland Museum announces inaugural Matafatafa Aho Pacific Artist in Residence

Source: Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum is thrilled to announce its inaugural Pacific Artist Residency, an innovative initiative designed to cultivate profound creative engagement with its diverse collections. Benjamin Work has been named as the 2025 Matafatafa Aho Pacific Artist in Residence. Selected from a strong … Read more