Modern Style Outdoor Furniture Launches Augmented Reality Website

July 17, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – New Zealand

Modern Style a leading outdoor furniture specialist is the first to introduce augmented reality (AR) feature to their website for iPhone, iPad and Android smart devices no apps needed.

Augmented Reality Places Virtual Outdoor Furniture in Customers Living Spaces

Simply select the desired product from the website menu

Once the space is scanned the item will appear on your screen and you can move it into the required position using your finger to drag it around. Swivel the item using two fingers to make sure that it is perfectly positioned.

You can walk around the settings, get a sense of scale, colour and style. Being able to visualise the outdoor furniture in your own home gives you the extra reassurance that you are making the right choice.

It is a completely new experience for outdoor furniture New Zealand

“The website AR is a perfect extension of our customer promise, Engaging our customers before and during ensures we exceed their expectations. Outdoor Furniture shopping and visualising pieces in your home is difficult, which is why we saw the need to create a way for our customers to envision settings in their home, make it their own, and buy with confidence,” said Steve Foreman, Director for Modern Style Outdoor Furniture.

The Augmented Reality Website Page enables customers to see if outdoor furniture of interest that will fit within their colour scheme, space, and functional needs.

You can also view 3D settings with full 360 degree vision from their product page from a desktop.

Anyone can now try their designs and take photos, buy the settings they like and share the results with family and friends through the website.

Modern Style Outdoor Furniture opened in 2011, since then they have been supplying their customers with the freshest and latest quality outdoor furniture trends that they personally designed, manufactured and sourced directly.

“It’s great to see a well-loved New Zealand owned outdoor furniture specialist that values innovation and customer experience”

With Showrooms located in Auckland, Tauranga and Christchurch offering stunning, uniquely designed, high quality outdoor furniture settings that you can expect to last for many years, knowing you have the best quality at the best price.
They know that investing in high quality outdoor furniture means that it can withstand the elements here in New Zealand, so they make it easy by using state of the art materials in all of the outdoor furniture they sell.

Place virtual outdoor furniture in your home with the click of a button

New products are continually being added. The user-friendly AR website is simple and eliminates the guess work of outdoor furniture shopping.

Try it yourself now https://www.modernstyle.co.nz/ar

Media Release on 17 July 2020

Media Contact
Steve Foreman, Modern Style Outdoor Furniture
Email: sales@modernstyle.co.nz
Phone: 0211771806
Website: https://modernstyle.co.nz
Video: https://player.vimeo.com/video/434553881

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Chinese Hypnotist Performing to New Zealand Audiences

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July 16, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – Auckland

Today marks the beginning of a new Chinese hypnosis service in New Zealand.

Haiming Jing, a former IT engineer began studying hypnosis while working in his IT marketing role in 2012. In 2015, he began the first Chinese hypnotist in New Zealand, offering hypnosis coaching and hypnotherapy to the Auckland Chinese community.

Since 2015, Haiming has amassed hundreds of thousands of views on YouTube and worked in primary schools, community organisations and universities around New Zealand.

2020 marks the beginning of Haiming’s local English-language service, offering consultations targeted towards business-people.

“Personality is a combination of your thinking, behaviour and emotions. Changing your mind, behaviour, and emotions can change your personality. The key to changing your character is to change your mindset. My hypnosis service is one of the best possible ways to achieve that” says founder Haiming Jing.

“If you have anxiety, feelings of fear, lack of motivation, anger, self-blame or low self-esteem, then hypnotherapy could be what’s needed for you”.

Haiming is both a professional hypnotherapist, but also a comedy hypnotist, performing to audiences around New Zealand.

A free no obligation 30-minute consultation is offered to anyone who contacts Haiming.

Media Release on 16 July 2020

Media Contact
Haiming Jiang, The Chinese Hypnotist
Email: haiming@chinesehypnotist.com
Phone: 021830098
Website: http://chinesehypnotist.com/
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36PmKN19kdQ

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NZ Vets behind major new discovery in the treatment of arthritis

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July 8, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – New Zealand

In a twist on new uses of old things, Arthramid® Vet is a unique and patented 2.5% cross-linked polyacrylamide hydrogel (PAAG) for intra-articular injection, and the first PAAG in the world registered for veterinary use. This revolutionary hydrogel contains no active pharmaceutical ingredient and is highly effective, safe and long-lasting. It has been used previously as a dermal filler in cosmetic surgery but early indications are this new application could one day even prevent joint damage.

Arthramid® Vet is injected into the joint of animals where it integrates into the joint capsule of the diseased joint to provide a biocompatible tissue scaffold into which the body’s own tissues grow. This increases the elasticity, strength and stability of the joint resulting in reduced pain and lameness and improved joint function. The first negative effects of arthritis seen in a diseased joint.

The final parts of the research conducted in NZ and Australia were led by two NZ veterinarians and included collaboration with Otago University and local labs to understand the mechanism of action and safety of the product. The product, produced under license in Denmark, is now registered for use in horses in Australia and NZ and signals a move away from anti inflammatories for managing this debilitating disease.

Furthermore, with the welfare of animals, and particularly race horses, becoming a major focus for industry groups the potential to reduce the use of corticosteroids is another significant benefit.

Media Release on 8 July 2020

Media Contact
Dr Jason Lowe, Innovative Medical Solutions Limited
Email: jason@imsvet.com
Phone: 0272814329
Website: http://imsvet.com

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Edtech leader Education Perfect names Loucas Gatzoulis as new CTO

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July 1, 2020

Source: Press Release Service

Education perfect (EP) is excited to announce that Loucas Gatzoulis has been named as the company’s new Chief Technology Officer.

With more than two decades’ worth of experience in technology roles across the globe, Loucas has accrued tremendous experience leading product development from concept through to validation, design and architecture to implementation and delivery.

He has worked with a diverse range of companies, from early-stage start-ups to large corporates.

Mr Gatzoulis was previously the Chief Technology and Product Officer of Pureprofile, a data and insights company. It was here that he built a great team which developed world-class technology allowing this relatively small Australian company to compete – and win – against some of the global giants in the market research industry.

“EdTech has always been very high on my list of interests, and this has only grown in recent years. I see massive potential in this space, and EP is the right company to join for this journey.”

“Innovative technology at its core has always enabled a competitive advantage,” he said.

EP’s CEO Alex Burke said that Loucas was an ideal fit for the role, given his hands on approach, his good problem solving attitude, obvious empathy, which when coupled with his good technical knowhow made him the ideal candidate.

“After a long search, we’re delighted to bring Loucas on board,” he said.

“He is a fantastic culture fit for the business, and brings with him some amazing experience that will help support the next steps on our global journey.”

With a daughter attending Year 7, and several family members working in education, Loucas said there were several additional factors contributing to his decision to become part of the team.

“This allows me to work on something great for the education community, and society in general.

“EP looks like the perfect place to leverage my long experience in building large-scale cloud-native platforms.

“My objective has always been to build empowered teams, always curious for the new, and brave to tackle any problem.

“I want to help the EP team collectively, and individually, to maximise their potential.”

To find out more, visit epforlearning.com

Media Release on 1 July 2020

Media Contact
Annie de Merindol, The Big Smoke
Email: annie.demerindol@thebigsmoke.com.au
Phone: +61 414 757 390
Website: https://epforlearning.com/

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Only NZ-made outdoor heater proves popular as support for locally made products flourishes

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June 30, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – Auckland

Auckland outdoor heater manufacturer, Kelray Heating has seen an increased interest in their product as more kiwis look for locally made products.

Kelray produces outdoor heaters for home and business use and has been active in the outdoor infrared heating market since the 1990s. The Auckland-based company was originally founded to offer a higher quality product to kiwi businesses after they noticed imported models were prone to deterioration due to New Zealand’s unique conditions.

“Our air is heavily salt laden”, explains Kelray Heater founder, Kelvin Davis, “Most heaters built overseas will deteriorate quite quickly as most were not made for such harsh exposure”.

This led Davis and his business partner to construct a heater using marine grade stainless steel – including all fitting, nuts, bolts, and components. While the heaters have been highly praised and sought after in hospitality circles, the rise of cheap, overseas imported models meant Kelray were operating in a crowded market.

But with the global pandemic triggering a perspective shift among Kiwi consumers, the company has noticed the demand for quality, NZ made products increase since lockdown was lifted.

“It’s really wonderful to see kiwis support the products that we make here”, says Davis. “NZ is made up of so many small businesses and showing your support by buying local will really make a difference”.

Davis hopes that this push for NZ made products will continue as people experience the quality and workmanship that goes into a lot of the goods we produce locally.

“The great thing about buying local is that you can often jump on the phone and talk directly to the manufacturer”, says Davis. “We really enjoy helping guide people on the best heating solution for their space and often spend a lot of time getting to know our customers”.

Kelray’s outdoor heating range are available through purchase via their website upon enquiry.

Media Release on 30 June 2020

Media Contact
Kelvin, Kelray Heating
Email: info@kelrayheating.co.nz
Phone: 0800 535 729
Website: http://www.kelrayheating.co.nz/

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New Educational Tools for Beekeepers

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June 26, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – New Zealand

Ecrotek, New Zealand’s largest beekeeping supply company, has developed new education tools for beekeepers. With hive numbers growing from 300,000 to over 1 million, the beekeeping industry has seen significant expansion over the past 10 years.

Many beekeepers now have less than 5 years’ experience. Although not a given, lower experience levels can be detrimental to the industry, resulting in higher rates of disease and starvation, lower honey yields and decreased operational efficiency.

In order to address this issue, Ecrotek, in partnership with Dr Mark Goodwin, a world-leading beekeeping scientist and Sarah Cross a Plant and Food Research Associate have produced a new book, Best Practice Beekeeping, that covers the ‘should’ and ‘should nots’ of beekeeping in a simple easy to read format.

Together with the assistance Andrew Stratford, an experienced commercial beekeeper, Mark and Sarah have produced an online series containing over 100 beekeeping videos on all aspects of beekeeping.

It is expected that these resources will assist the industry through better disease management, increased honey production and improved operational efficiency. The Best Practice Beekeeping Book and Online Videos have just launched and are available to view online at www.bestpracticebeekeeping.co.nz

Media Release on 26 June 2020

Media Contact
Rob Owens, Ecrotek
Email: rob@ecrotek.co.nz
Phone: 021995238
Website: www.bestpracticebeekeeping.co.nz
Video: https://bestpracticebeekeeping.co.nz/assets/ec06e48d-738f-45cb-86e7-b9d657b4cd3a

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New Zealand Start-up Keuzi, Takes the World’s Most Comfortable Boots to the World

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June 25, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – Auckland

Silky, cozy and great looking – three perfect ways to describe the feeling of slipping on a pair of boots from Kiwi start-up, Keuzi. The basis for this hand-crafted leather product is a light, natural, fibre that outperforms merino wool in every way. From idea to product over several months, founder and CEO, Neil Taylor, has engaged world class kiwi design and footwear talent, and partnered with co-founder Nicholas Couch to create the Keuzi boots and launch a whole new footwear experience to the world.

The boots have been specifically designed to utilize the unique properties of this innovative fibre – which regulates temperature, wicks away moisture, and reduces odor – to create a footwear experience so comfortable they’ll be the first thing you put on in the morning, and the last thing you take off at night! To make the most of this, sock less wear is recommended.

With the COVID-19 pandemic presenting obstacles for following a more traditional route of developing the product offshore, the Keuzi team have completed the first design and development at home in New Zealand. The project has utilized the creative talents of some of New Zealand’s leading footwear designers and technicians to create a high quality, beautiful, comfortable boot that sits at the intersection of fashion and utility.

As for the challenge of launching in the downturn of a global pandemic, the signs are all there that high quality, well designed products remain in demand. “This has been a steep learning curve, but we’re up for the challenge” says entrepreneur Neil Taylor. No stranger to the challenge of building a new business, Neil cut his teeth in the peak of the late 90’s dot-com boom, launching one of New Zealand’s first business-to-consumer e-commerce websites. Neil continues, “having spent 25 years in the IT industry, footwear making is outside of my comfort zone, so finding the right people has been very important”. Along with some of New Zealand’s most experienced footwear designers and technicians, Industrial Designer Nick Couch has joined which has been a big help in making this idea a reality. Nick brings experience leading the design and delivery of best in class innovation projects internationally, and a background in footwear design has provided guidance for the project’s foundations.

It has been Neil and Nick’s passion for the outdoors and New Zealand’s world-renowned natural ecosystems that have been the catalyst for Keuzi and our conservation focus. Despite conservation efforts in New Zealand, introduced pests are wreaking havoc on New Zealand’s native flora, birds and fauna where they cause devastating damage to broadleaved trees, notably rata, and destroy the eggs of native birds.

With a conservation focus, Keuzi is joining arms with one of New Zealand’s largest conservation organisations – to be announced soon – where a percentage of proceeds from product sales will be donated to help regenerate New Zealand’s native species by humanely reducing the rampant pest population, and boosting regional employment opportunities.

Now, after months of hard work creating boots that are as suitable an addition to a fashionable outfit, as they are with a bed robe; boots with the comfort of your favorite pair of sneakers, and the softness of a pillow, it’s time to take Keuzi’s boots to the world!

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Media Release on 25 June 2020

Media Contact
Neil Taylor, Keuzi
Email: neil.taylor@keuzi.com
Phone: 021599962
Website: www.keuzi.com
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVHbtk2tpr8

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Harcourts Ilse Evans No ‘Doom & Gloom’ Predictors

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June 22, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – Auckland

(PR.co.nz)

As Ilse Evans puts it, “It all feels a little back to normal in the real estate world, or just about. Open home numbers are confident and buyers are still looking and making buying decisions. There are always those one or two buyers that can’t wait to tell us that the market is about to come crashing down and we should all hide for cover (unless our owners will happily take a massive drop and then they are in)”.

Ilse says that stats from the month of Level 3 show a significant drop in the volume of sales, but with part of this accounting for Level 4 transactions, or lack of, and with people initially in Level 3 hesitant to get buying immediately, it is not a surprise at all. 

Yes, prices are a little softer, but once again to be expected, with a reduction in confidence from purchasers, with the concerns of economic effects, job layoffs etc. With these, and the real unknown for many of what the future brings, you can’t blame anyone for taking the ‘wait and see’ attitude.

Harcourts Cooper expect to see the market stats to show more softening as they play catch up to today’s market, but they don’t feel they will be in the double digits at all.

With maybe 5% so far, and maybe another around 5% as we set into the new norm, all that has happened is that prices have gone back to the end of 2019 levels. For many owners looking to buy and sell in the same market, or owners who have enjoyed the comfortable 10% increase seen over the last 12 months, even after this softening, they still can’t think of a safer investment than residential property.

As Ilse says, “As you can tell I am not a subscriber to the doom and gloom predictors, the general economists from overseas who don’t know the intricacies of how our New Zealand economy and property market interacts with the many facets that affect its value.

“However, I do put a lot of confidence in a well-seasoned local economist, Tony Alexander, likely the most well-known and respected one of our time, who provides many reasons why, although we will see job losses and a tougher economy for a period, we will only see moderate softening of houses prices and not an absolute bath as many buyers hope and wish for”, so for more information on Takapuna real estate, property appraisals Takapuna and selling my house please go to http://www.ilseevans.co.nz .

Media Release 22 June 2020.

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Don’t like cooking, but you love Indian food?

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June 13, 2020

Source: Press Release Service

(PR.co.nz)

– Don’t like cooking, but you love Indian food?
– Had a long tiring day?
– Guests coming over this weekend and want to try something new?

No matter what the excuse is, we got your back at MontayKart. At MontayKart, we have a vast range of Ready to Eat Indian Meals from Haldiram and Ashoka.

Cooking Indian Meals can be time-consuming, and it needs lots of ingredients as well. We made it easy and economical for you by offering you the real Indian taste with mildly spiced meals cooked in the Indian spices and giving you the true essence of any Indian Vegetarian meal. We offer a wide range like Chickpeas, Paneer, Tofu, Lentils, Spinach, Kidney Benas and many more.

Now you don’t need to follow lengthy recipes and buy numerous spices to make one meal. All you need to do is to buy it online at www.montaykart.co.nz and get it delivered at your doorsteps. You can order them in bulk as well because all the meals are vacuum packed and have a long shelf life.

Remember, the more you buy, the more you save as we keep running promotions on all the ready to eat meals. We priced them in such a way that you save as well if you buy more than one. At MontayKart we give you options to choose a variety of meals as well so that you can get a mix of everything.

Indian meals made easy for you are MontayKart.

Enjoy!!!

Media Release 13 June 2020.

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No Blood Phosphates

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June 13, 2020

Source: Press Release Service

(PR.co.nz) Western Sahara Campaign-NZ regretfully announces that once again New Zealand fertiliser companies Ravensdown and Ballance Agri-Nutrients are continuing to play a part in the pillage of Western Sahara. A Hong Kong registered bulk carrier, the Trans Spring is due to arrive on 17th of June 2020 at Napier Port and then continue to Lyttleton to deliver a cargo of over 56,000 tonnes of phosphates illegally plundered from Western Sahara to Ravensdown. This comes shortly after the bulk carrier Van Star arrived at Tauranga and Bluff on behalf of Ballance Agri-Nutrients in May this year carrying a cargo of Western Sahara phosphates.

In the last financial year the Moroccan regime treasury received around US$30 million from the two New Zealand companies in return for Western Sahara rock however the people of Western Sahara particularly those in refugee camps and liberated areas did not benefit and have not consented to the illegal trade in their natural resources. The rock is extracted by the Moroccan business OCP for Moroccan profit with no return offered to the people of Western Sahara, the Saharawis.

Thousands of displaced Sahrawi live in camps near Tindouf in Algeria in harsh conditions where they have been since the Moroccan invasion in 1975. Currently the camps are experiencing food and medical shortages due to Covid-19 pandemic. The value of the current shipment on board the Trans Spring (US$ 4 million) could supply food to the camps for a year.
In good and bad times for the Saharawis both Ravensdown and Ballance Agri-Nutrients continue to achieve their goals on the back of this hungry and displaced people. Once again New Zealand companies’ financial interests seem to have out-weighed legal obligations, ethics and human rights.

Mike Barton from the Western Sahara Campaign-NZ said “we urge the Government to step in and compel Ravensdown and Ballance Agri-Nutrients to halt their illegal imports of Western Sahara phosphates immediately” and added “We also call on Ravensdown and Ballance Agri-Nutrients to examine their respective positions and walk away from assisting the in the pillage of Western Sahara. Right now, there is but a ceasefire in place and these imports are providing financial rewards to the aggressor, Morocco, in its bid to annex Western Sahara and subjugate the Sahrawi.”

Mr Barton underlined that “The lack of action by the New Zealand Government and the intransigence of Ravensdown and Ballance Agri-Nutrients are damaging our country’s reputation and standing in the world. We call on all New Zealanders to press their local representatives to end this shame and end this dark page of our modern history. It is time for New Zealanders to say NO to the trade in blood phosphates.”

Media Release 13 June 2020.

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