New Zealand’s largest and most ambitious road maintenance project, the Tīrau to Waiouru Accelerated Maintenance programme, reaches a major milestone this week with the reopening of State Highway 1 (SH1) at the Desert Road on Friday 14 March.
SH1 between Tūrangi and Waiouru, including the Desert Road, has been closed to traffic since 13 January. It’s been a major undertaking, with a large amount of work achieved in a short time, says Roger Brady, Regional Manager of Maintenance and Operations for NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA).
“In just over 8 weeks NZ Transport Agency contractors have rebuilt and repaired 28 lane kilometres of road, which is 12 lane kms more than planned, and completely rebuilt the deck of the Mangatoetoenui Bridge, 23 kilometres south of Rangipō,” Mr Brady says.
This maintenance work forms part of the government’s $2.07 billion investment into road and drainage renewal and maintenance across 2024-27 via the State Highway Pothole Prevention fund.
“By doing the work under full road closures, more invasive construction methods can be used which would not be possible under stop/go traffic management. It means SH1 is being brought up to a higher standard quickly, and New Zealanders can get back on a quality road surface sooner,” Mr Brady says.
The team is putting in a huge effort to get the road reopened on schedule, laying an average of 500 tonnes a day of asphalt over the last week.
The Desert Road will re-open to traffic from 1pm on Friday 14 March.
Some parts of the Desert Road will reopen under traffic management, including temporary speed limits, while the chipseal is embedded further by the vehicles using the road. This is expected to only be for 3-4 days as the team has spent some time getting this done with the machinery on site.
Road users should be mindful of loose chip and drive to the signposted speed limit, leaving a good following distance from the car in front, ideally 3 car lengths or more is suggested.
While SH1 was closed the detour (from north to south) was via SH41, SH47, SH4, SH49 and back to SH1 in Waiouru. This added around 35-40 minutes to journeys but proved a welcome boon for many businesses along the detour route.
There will be further works required to finish the final surface on the Desert Road later in the year. This work will, wherever possible, be done at night. The scheduling is still being worked through for when this final surfacing will be done.
Here’s what’s been achieved on SH1 in central and southern Waikato since September 2024:
Lane kms completed: 86.78 lane kms (480,926m2)
Road rebuild using foam bitumen stabilising completed: 51 lane kms (270,102m2)
Road rebuild using structural asphalt concrete completed: 4.78 lane kms (26,837m2)
Re-seals completed: 31 lane kms (162,514m2) – includes chip seal and asphalt concrete surfacing
Tonnes of aggregate used: Approximately 162,609
Truckloads of metal: Up to 145 loads per site per day
Number of workforce hours to date (road crews): approx. 85,000
Number of lost-time injuries: Zero
Number of contracting firms utilised: Up to 32 working at once
Short video of the team working on the Mangatoetoenui bridge here:
The Government is progressing a suite of regulatory changes aimed at improving telecommunication services for rural communities and promote economic growth, says Communications Minister Paul Goldsmith. “World-class connectivity services are vital to Kiwis’ everyday lives. This Government is ensuring we have the right regulatory settings in place for this important market, to support competition, foster innovation and help stimulate economic growth. “Better connectivity, especially for rural areas means improved reliability for everyone- businesses, people accessing digital healthcare, and remote learning for kids. More services also improves competition driving down the monthly cost of telecommunications for households and businesses. “One of the key changes I am making is removing regulatory barriers for the smaller local fibre companies, enabling them to deliver other wholesale telecommunication services, so they can offer different types of connectivity to people in hard to reach areas. The suite of changes includes:
Permanently reinstate the rights that allow fibre providers to access shared property to install fibre in certain circumstances and make minor adjustments to the rights to improve their effectiveness. Mandate membership in an industry dispute resolution scheme for retail telecommunications providers with revenue over $10 million. Expand applicability of the telecommunications regulatory regime to offshore providers, where relevant to the services they offer. Amendments to the company constitutions of Enable Networks, Tuatahi First Fibre and Northpower Fibre to expand permitted activities, to align with Chorus.
“Reliable and high-quality digital connectivity networks improve productivity and are essential to growing our economy and easing the cost of living,” Mr Goldsmith says. More information on the changes is available on the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment’s website here: https://www.mbie.govt.nz/science-and-technology/it-communications-and-broadband/our-role-in-the-ict-sector
Regulation Minister and Associate Finance Minister David Seymour has set out the Government’s work making it easier to do business by improving our regulatory settings in a speech to the New Zealand Infrastructure Investment Summit. “This Government is committed to getting regulation right. Good regulatory settings attract more investment and achieve higher productivity and wages for New Zealanders,” Mr Seymour says. “We must be better regulators, provide more certainty, and less red tape. That’s why we set up the Ministry for Regulation with the task of making sure that the Government’s number one regulatory consideration is the impact on regulated parties. In November last year we launched a new Red Tape Tipline to hear from regulated parties so that we could help them get on and do their jobs. “Better regulation is better for all investors, both inside and outside New Zealand. The Government is also making it easier, quicker, and more transparent for foreign investors to invest in New Zealand businesses. “When businesses can invest in better machinery and tools, workers are more productive. And when productivity increases, wages rise. Overseas investment also means businesses have access to valuable knowledge, expertise, and global networks that help them market their products more effectively.”
Police are seeking the public’s help to locate Keylin, who has been reported missing from Papakura.
Keylin, 15, was last seen in the Papakura area on 3 March
He is described as about 165cms tall with black wavy hair and brown eyes and was last seen wearing black jeans, black shoes and had a Nike bag.
Police and Keylin’s family have concerns for his wellbeing and would like to see him return home safely.
If you have any information regarding his whereabouts, please contact Police online at http://www.police.nz/use-105/update-report, or call 105 and quote file number 250311/6977.
Police have issued the first dispersal notice, three months after new laws bolstered enforcement of offending involving gang members.
It comes as more than 400 charges have been laid for insignia breaches since 21 November 2024.
On Friday afternoon, Waitematā Police responded to a firearms event in Torbay on Auckland’s North Shore.
A report was made about a firearm being presented at an address on Toroa Street, before offenders left in three vehicles.
Assistant Commissioner Paul Basham says frontline staff and the Waitematā Offender Prevention Team deployed to the area.
“Two vehicles of interest were located entering the Northern Motorway at Oteha Valley Road.
“Our staff carried out an armed traffic stop on the on-ramp and extracted occupants of both vehicles.”
All six were extracted without incident and detained. A further search of one of the vehicles unearthed a loaded handgun and cannabis.
Police have charged a 28-year-old man with firearms offences, and he has been remanded in custody to reappear in the North Shore District Court.
An 18-year-old man was summonsed to the North Shore District Court on possessing cannabis.
Assistant Commissioner Basham says a dispersal notice was issued to occupants of both vehicles stopped on the on-ramp.
Three of those were patched members of the HeadHunters motorcycle gang, and others were gang associates.
“It goes to show that the new tools available to all of our Police staff is assisting in holding gangs to account when members, or associates, are committing violent offending,” Assistant Commissioner Basham says.
“While two were charged over the firearms and drug offences, there were four others present when this reckless offending took place.
“The dispersal notice stipulates that they must leave the area immediately and not associate with each other for seven days.”
Under the Gangs Act, it is an offence if either of the group are found to be associating with each other in this period.
That’s not the only milestone for the Gangs Act.
As of 11 March 2024, 403 charges had been laid for insignia breaches under the new law. Over the same period, more than 4,000 charges have been laid against gang members.
Assistant Commissioner Basham says: “It’s still early days but anecdotally we are seeing that new powers are meaning gangs have been forced to re-think their behaviour in public.
“We continue to encourage this high level of compliance and good judgment as we move forward.”
HYDERABAD, INDIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 March 2025 – This Holi, 1win brightened celebrations across India, bringing light, color, and community togetherness to thousands. As part of the “1win We Care. We Share” initiative, 1win distributed special Holi kits filled with vibrant powders, traditional sweets, and branded gifts, ensuring that more people could fully experience the spirit of the festival.
Holi with 1win is all about bright colors, happiness, and love!
Holi, a celebration of spring’s arrival and the triumph of good over evil, unites people, encouraging them to set aside their differences and share the joy of throwing bright powders up into the air. Guided by the festive spirit, 1win volunteers traveled across India, distributing gifts to the country’s most densely populated neighborhoods and communities, transforming bustling streets into colorful celebrations. The initiative also received enthusiastic support from Indian bloggers and media personalities, amplifying its reach.
Influencers Kanika Sharma and Dhirendra Chauhan Rajput, who participated in 1win’s charitable donations, shared their thoughts on the celebration, “Holi is not just about playing; it is about giving. This time, we thought, why not celebrate Holi with those around us who need a little color of happiness in their lives? Even a small effort can create a big joy. Because we care, we share.”
Through this initiative, 1win helped make Holi more inclusive, enabling thousands to take part in the celebration and share the festive spirit. As the Holi colors settle, the spirit of togetherness and generosity fostered by 1win will continue to inspire.
For more details about the project, visit www.1win.charity.
Vast secures up to AUD180 million of funding from ARENA for construction of groundbreaking South Australian clean energy project, conditional on meeting certain milestones
Project to deploy Vast’s innovative clean energy solution, delivering clean power for South Australia’s grid when intermittent renewables are not available, as well as for green fuels production
Vast on-track to export its solution to a global pipeline of projects, enabling long duration energy storage and generation critical to the world’s energy transition
SYDNEY, March 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vast Renewables Limited (“Vast”) (Nasdaq: VSTE) today announced it has secured up to AUD180 million of conditional funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (“ARENA”) for construction of its Port Augusta utility-scale clean energy project, Vast Solar 1 (“VS1”).
Deploying Vast’s next generation concentrated solar thermal power (“CSP”) solution, VS1 is set to be one of Australia’s first projects to provide urgently needed long duration renewable energy storage and generation. The project capitalises on peak pricing periods after sunset when intermittent renewables like solar PV are not available, delivering reliable, on-demand clean power to South Australia’s grid.
Vast’s award-winning technology has the potential to play a critical role in powering the global energy transition. The technology is designed to deliver round-the-clock, affordable carbon free power and heat that is needed to decarbonise the grid, fuels production for shipping and aviation, specialist industries such as data centres, and hard to abate industries like mining and refining. The Australian Government, through ARENA, has been a major supporter of Vast, alongside strategic investors EDF and Nabors Industries (NYSE: NBR).
The announced funding from ARENA is an important step towards finalising financing for VS1. Capital expenditures to complete construction of VS1 are currently estimated to be in the range of AUD360 million – AUD390 million. Vast has completed front-end engineering design (FEED) and commercial development, and is working to deliver the additional investment in VS1 and Vast (for the construction and commissioning period) necessary to allow a final investment decision and construction to begin in 2025.
Part of the Port Augusta Green Energy Hub, VS1 also has an option to power a world-first co-located green methanol production facility, Solar Methanol 1 (“SM1”), which is being developed by Vast in partnership with global energy company, Mabanaft. A real world, in-demand application for hydrogen, green methanol has the potential to decarbonise shipping and is already being used to power major container vessels.
Vast’s South Australian projects will lay the foundations for the planned rollout of its global pipeline of clean energy projects that complement intermittent solar PV and wind in the energy mix and will contribute to powering the production of green methanol and sustainable aviation fuels.
Craig Wood, CEO of Vast, said, “Our clean energy solutions are exactly what Australia and the world needs to accelerate the energy transition. By providing green, affordable electricity on-demand when other renewables are not available to power homes, industry and fuels production, we deliver the missing piece of the puzzle. Our technology leverages Australia’s natural resources, skills and innovation and we are thrilled to have the continued strong support of ARENA and the Australian Government on this journey.”
Vast’s Australian-made technology is currently produced at its Queensland facility. Vast’s projects and manufacturing activities are anticipated to create dozens of Australian green manufacturing and construction jobs, and long-term plant operations roles.
The AUD180 million funding commitment for construction replaces the existing funding announced in February 2023 by the Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Hon Chris Bowen MP, and ARENA. It is subject to various conditions including: completing project development activities; securing the remaining funding necessary to complete construction of VS1; and other conditions customary for project financings of this nature.
Vast’s 1.1MW demonstration project in Forbes, New South Wales
About Vast Headquartered in Australia, Vast is a renewable energy company developing clean energy solutions that enable 24/7 green, low-cost heat and power to decarbonise the grid, green fuels production for the transport industry, and hard-to-abate industries. Vast’s next generation CSP v3.0 approach utilises a proprietary, modular sodium loop to efficiently capture and convert the sun’s energy.
On December 19, 2023, Vast listed on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “VSTE”.
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MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 March 2025 – Galaxy Macau™, the world-class luxury integrated resort, has become a popular choice for visitors to Macau, offering a one-stop leisure vacation experience. Especially with its three iconic performance venues — Galaxy Arena, Broadway Theatre, and the newly launched G Box — each venue radiates unique charm and atmosphere. This year, an exhilarating lineup of concerts and fan meetings will take place every weekend. Music lovers should plan ahead, as anticipation is sure to grow with the release of more event information.
This year, an exhilarating lineup of concerts and fan meetings will take place every weekend at Galaxy Macau
Over the past weekend, Galaxy Arena welcomed Chinese pop star Jason Zhang (Zhang Jie) for the three-night 2025 Jason Zhang Future Live –“Leave for 1982″World Tour – Macau. At the node of his debut for 21st anniversary, Zhang took the audience on a fascinating ride to 「Leave For 1982」and meet with the past and future, showcasing his signature powerful vocals and heartfelt performances that deeply resonated with fans. The concert was an emotional and electrifying experience, leaving an indelible mark on all in attendance.
Galaxy Arena: A Beacon of Music and Entertainment in Macau
As the largest indoor venue in Macau, Galaxy Arena boasts a capacity of up to 16,000 guests, complemented by state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems that ensure every performance is a multi-sensory masterpiece. This March, Galaxy Arena will continue to set the stage for unforgettable and refreshing musical experiences.
Tickets On Sale: Galaxy Macau™Presents FWD Insurance Titile Sponsor — Jacky Cheung 60+ Concert Tour Macao
The legendary “God of Songs” in the Chinese music scene, Jacky Cheung will grace Galaxy Arena this June for his tenth solo concert in 2025, promising a visually stunning and emotionally charged performance. On March 13 at 1 PM, priority booking will be available through FWD MAX and BOOKYAY. Public ticket sales will begin on March 18 at 1 PM through Galaxy Ticketing, Maoyan, Damai, MPay and Cityline. Don’t miss the chance to witness the “God of Songs” in action.
Tickets On Sale: Galaxy Macau™Presents: Wakin Chau World Tour Live in Macau – Golden Week Limited
On May 3, the famed pop icon Wakin Chau will bring his world tour to Galaxy Arena for the first time, guiding the audience through a mesmerizing musical journey. Wakin will lead audiences into a novel. The stage design is unique, intertwining modern martial arts with musical scenes, making it feel like attending two concerts at once. Wakin will perform timeless hits like “Rain or Shine”, “Sleepless Nights” and “Friends”, breathing new life into these classics. Tickets are now available on Galaxy Ticketing, Damai, Maoyan, uutix, Trip.com, Ctrip and Cityline.
Galaxy Macau™ Presents: Wakin Chau World Tour Live in Macau
Tickets On Sale: SHOW LO 30 World Tour Concert in Macau
Celebrating his 30th anniversary of debut, Show Lo, known as the “Asia’s Dance King”, will show off his powerful moves and stage at Galaxy Arena in May 2025! “Amusement Park” as tour concept, symbolizing his original aspiration of the 30 years since debut – spreading joy and happiness. Show Lo’s well known songs include “Showtime”, “Dance Gate”, “Love Corner” and many more. Let’s witness this milestone with Show Lo and “Bounce” together! Tickets are now available on Galaxy Ticketing, Damai, Maoyan, Cityline, MPay, Macau Ticketing.
Hot Show in March:JISOO ASIA FAN TOUR 2025: “LIGHTS, LOVE, ACTION!” in MACAU
JISOO—global K-pop sensation, BLACKPINK member, and rising actress—will embark on her first solo Asia fan tour, “JISOO ASIA FAN TOUR 2025: LIGHTS, LOVE, ACTION!”. This highly anticipated tour will bring her closer to fans across the region, with stops in Macau on March 21 and 22 at 8 PM at Galaxy Arena. JISOO has recently released her new mini-album 〈AMORTAGE〉, with the title track 〈earthquake〉 skyrocketing to No. 1 on Billboard’s World Digital Song Sales Chart. The album has also dominated the iTunes Album Charts in 45 countries worldwide and secured the top spot on Tencent Music’s comprehensive K-POP Chart in China. Marking a significant milestone in JISOO’s solo career, the tour promises unforgettable experiences, emotional performances, and deeper bonds with fans worldwide. Tickets go on sale from today on Galaxy Ticketing and Damai.
2025 JISOO ASIA TOUR: “LIGHTS, LOVE, ACTION!” in MACAU
Hot Show in March: Galaxy Macau™ Presents: ANDREA BOCELLI Live in Concert
On March 29 at 8 PM, the most loved Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli will make his Macau debut at Galaxy Arena. Known for his soul-stirring vocals, Bocelli will deliver a breathtaking performance that is both intimate and grand. Adding to the magic, his son Matteo Bocelli will join him on stage for a special duet. Tickets are available now via Galaxy Ticketing, Damai, Maoyan, uutix, Trip.com,Ctrip, Cityline, MPay, and Macau Ticketing.
Galaxy Macau™ Presents: ANDREA BOCELLI Live in Concert
Broadway Theatre: A Hub of Dynamic Live Entertainment
Just a 90-second stroll from Galaxy Macau via an air-conditioned bridge, Broadway Theatre offers an intimate yet world-class performance setting with 2,500 seats. Its modern yet classic design ensures every guest enjoys a close connection with the performers. This March, Broadway Theatre is set to deliver an electrifying lineup:
2025 KIM JAE JOONG ASIA TOUR CONCERT J-PARTY “HOME” IN MACAU
On March 22 at 5 PM and March 23 at 4 PM, “Barbie’s Perfect Man” Kim Jaejoong will return to Macau to celebrate his 21st debut anniversary with fans. This concert will be an intimate, heartfelt tribute to his journey in the music industry, creating cherished memories with his devoted audience.
2025 AAA TOUR BY HYUKOH SUNSET ROLLERCOASTER IN MACAU
On March 29 at 5 PM, Korean band HYUKOH and Taiwanese synth-pop sensation Sunset Rollercoaster will join forces for the “AAA” concert. This unique collaboration will blend two distinct musical styles, delivering an innovative and immersive sonic experience for fans.
GEMINI FOURTH RUN THE WORLD CONCERT IN MACAU
On March 30 at 12 PM, Gemini Fourth, the Thailand’s new generation all-around idol, will bring you into a world full of energy and dreams with their unique musical charm.
G Box: A Performance Venue of Infinite Possibilities at Galaxy Macau
Galaxy Macau integrated resort is proud to introduce G Box – the latest addition to our portfolio of performance venues. Hosting up to 850 guests, G.Box is an intimate black box venue with a flexible space that can adapt to a variety of performances and setups. The simplicity of this versatile space provides endless possibilities – stand-up comedy, live musical performances, family theater, or even private events. And with advanced audio/visual equipment catering to various configurations, audiences are guaranteed a truly immersive live experience. For more details, please visit the official website or follow our social media channels.
Johnson Lee’s All – Comedy & Music Extravaganza 2.0 in Macau
Johnson Lee’s All-Comedy & Music Extravaganza 1.0 was a sold-out hit, with rave reviews and high demand. Now, get ready for the highly anticipated 2025 Johnson Lee’s All-Comedy & Music Extravaganza 2.0! With even more star power and surprises, this show promises an unforgettable experience filled with laughter and entertainment. Don’t miss out on this star-studded event. Tickets are available now via Galaxy Ticketing and Damai.
Beyond its world-class entertainment, Galaxy Macau offers an unparalleled luxury resort experience. Recognized as the most Five-Star hotels under one roof of any luxury resort company worldwide for the third consecutive year, it is home to eight internationally acclaimed luxury hotels, each uniquely designed and equipped with top-tier amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for every guest. The resort also features two award-winning five-star spas — Banyan Tree Spa Macau and The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Macau — offering rejuvenating and indulgent wellness experiences. As the dining destination in Asia, Galaxy Macau also presents an extraordinary culinary journey with over 120 dining options, ranging from Michelin-starred restaurants to authentic local delicacies. Meanwhile, Galaxy Promenade, featuring an extensive selection of the world’s most prestigious luxury brands, offers an unparalleled shopping experience.
Let music guide the journey to Galaxy Macau — where luxury and entertainment converge, and every note resonates with the heart.
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New alliance provides Russell Bedford member firms with cutting-edge ESG reporting solutions to drive compliance and sustainability
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 March 2025 – Diginex Limited (“Diginex” or the “Company”; NASDAQ: DGNX), an impact technology company specializing in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues, today announced its strategic agreement with Russell Bedford International (“Russell Bedford”), a globally recognized network of independent accounting and consulting firms. This collaboration seeks to accelerate the adoption of Diginex’s innovative ESG reporting platform, diginexESG, across Russell Bedford’s extensive membership network, which spans over 100 countries.
The agreement leverages Russell Bedford’s trusted global presence— with nearly 400 offices and a global team of 1,000 partners and 10,000 professionals, Russell Bedford provides trusted advisory services worldwide, enabling diginexESG to support and enhance the service offerings of the firms serviced by Russell Bedford. By combining Diginex’s cutting-edge technology with Russell Bedford’s expertise in accounting, audit, tax and consulting, the collaboration is expected to empower businesses worldwide to streamline ESG reporting, enhance compliance, and unlock the commercial benefits of sustainability.
“We are thrilled to work with Russell Bedford, a globally respected leader in professional services, to offer diginexESG to their expansive network,” said Mark Blick, CEO of Diginex “This agreement represents a significant step forward in democratizing access to affordable, intelligent and intuitive ESG solutions. We believe that by working together with Russell Bedford, we can support companies of all sizes in meeting evolving ESG regulatory demands and investor expectations while fostering sustainable growth.”
DiginexESG is an end-to-end cloud-based platform designed to enhance ESG reporting, providing valuable tools for topic discovery, data collection, and collaborative report publishing while enhancing both efficiency and accuracy. Compatible with major frameworks such as GRI, SASB, and ISSB, the platform provides an accessible and intuitive solution for businesses seeking to enhance their sustainability credentials.
Stephen Hamlet, CEO of Russell Bedford, emphasized the value of the partnership with Diginex, “Our firms are committed to delivering exceptional value to clients navigating a rapidly changing business landscape. Partnering with Diginex allows us to offer a state-of-the-art ESG reporting tool that aligns with our mission to provide forward-thinking solutions. This collaboration strengthens our ability to support our firms, and in turn their clients, to achieve their sustainability goals while maintaining compliance and competitiveness.”
The company believes that this agreement comes at a pivotal time as global demand for ESG transparency continues to grow, driven by stricter regulations and increasing stakeholder focus on sustainability. Through this relationship with Diginex, Russell Bedford member firms will gain access to comprehensive training, resources, and support to seamlessly implement diginexESG, enabling them to better serve clients across diverse industries.
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