Auckland RSA Turns 100
Auckland RSA is celebrating 100 years this weekend with a parade for the public of Auckland at the Auckland War Memorial Museum, Saturday 8th October 2016.
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New Zealand Press Releases
Amber Griffin Global Release of Limited-Edition Artwork
The release outlines a photograph that NZ photographer Amber Griffin took of the famous NZ ballerina Alayna Ng. The image helped win Amber the 2016 Commercial Photographer of the year award, as well as 2016 Wellington Reginal Photographer of the year award.
Wellington Art Trail Submissions
Emerging artists now have a second chance to submit for the Upstream Art Trail in March 2017 in Wellington’s Central Park. The deadline for submissions is now to 7 October. Artists who are newly graduated or just starting out are especially welcome.
The Queen of Swing Visits NZ
For the first time in New Zealand, Norma ‘the Queen of Swing’ Miller visits New Zealand along with top international dancer and teacher, Adam Brozowski to teach at the Wellington Lindy Exchange. Norma at 97 is one of the last remaining members of the pioneering Lindy Hop dance troupe, Whiteys’ Lindy Hoppers.
Dress for Success Breakfast Fundraiser
Hundreds of commuters in downtown Auckland got ‘nood’ for a good cause raising thousands of dollars in cash and donated clothing for charity Dress for Success.
Breathe Financial Launches New Mortgage Brokerage and Offers Clients the Chance to Win a Trip for 2 to Paris
Breathe Financial Mortgages announced today that it is giving away a trip for 2 to Paris France to celebrate the opening of their new Mortgage Brokerage. This new division of Breathe Financial will give New Zealand residents the mortgage flexibility they’re seeking by giving them access to multiple ways to get a mortgage or pay off their mortgage faster.
High Tech Youth Target Maori and Pacific Youth for ICT Jobs
High Tech Youth, one of New Zealand’s largest after-school cyber learning programs for young people in underserved communities, has set its sights on filling all currently vacant technology and ICT jobs by 2020. The not-for-profit organisation is bringing together over 70 schools, community groups and leaders from New Zealand’s top technology companies to an Indigenous Innovation Hui at the end of this month in Auckland.
VitaPet Ad Dog Search
Trick4Treats is the nationwide search for a clever canine to be cast in a VitaPet Ad. Know a dog who is clever on camera? Find out how to nominate them at www.trick4treats.co.nz.
WOW Media has relaunched WOW Freebies New Zealand
WOW Media has relaunched WOW Freebies New Zealand. Now, Kiwi users will be able to get their hands on the latest freebies and samples offered by WOW Freebies. From free shopping vouchers to free paint Kiwi website visitors can find all kinds of great free samples to request online.
Stephen King Short Film
The Last Rung of the Ladder is a short story written by Stephen King. It is from his collection of short stories from his night shift collection. Rhys Higgs Student Film Maker, has been granted permission by Stephen King to adapt the short story into film. Rhys Higgs intends to use this film as an opportunity to raise awareness around depression and suicide. Rhys Higgs intends to use the skills he has to put together a team of talented young people to make this vision come to life through his Kickstarter Campaign.
Study on Impact of Poor Vision on Education
A new Massey University study is underway to investigate the impact of poor vision on the education potential of low decile primary school students.
Go Anywhere Emergency Alarm
Smart Caller ‘Safe-Life Pendant’ Where ever there is 3G coverage in New Zealand, the Safe Life Pendant can put you in contact with someone to help you, or locate you in an emergency.
Tech start-up or charity? Junk Free June launches across Australasia
New Zealand charity brand and event ‘Junk Free June’ has kicked off again for its’ second year in New Zealand and has launched for its’ first year in Australia.
Vinta approved for first NZ wholesale investment fund
The Overseas Investment Office (OIO) has granted approval for Vinta to launch its first open-ended direct property fund in New Zealand.
Youth Healthcare Service Set to Close
A key health service for vulnerable New Zealand youth is expected to close within weeks unless emergency funding can be found.
Nelson SNAPAFEST Seafood and Rock
SNAPAFEST seafood festival brings a New Zealand Aussie Rock Extravaganza Concert to Nelson, celebrating Nelson as the Seafood Capital of New Zealand.
Whooping Cough NZ Cases Double
Two Starship paediatric specialists are warning Kiwi parents to ensure their children are vaccinated against whooping cough after new figures show New Zealand cases are up by over 108% for the same time last year.
New Email Phishing Scam
Kiwi taxpayers are being warned to watch out for a new email phishing scam which asks them to disclose their personal financial information.
Mud Mates Launch Innovative Fitted Tablecloths
Mud Mates recently launched a practical, time-saving product which is already proving popular among parents and Early Childhood Centres throughout New Zealand – fitted tablecloths made with the same water and mess resistant fabric as their outdoor and craft apron clothing ranges.
MyTax Wins Service Excellence Award
A rapidly growing Nelson tech firm has been recognised as the country’s leading personal taxation agent, winning a service excellence award in a nationwide survey. Locally owned mytax.co.nz which employs more than 40 Nelson staff is an IRD approved, online tax agent service which helps Kiwis recover outstanding refunds.