Asia Pacific: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on May 5, 2025.
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Universities – Robinson Research Institute awarded $71 million to host advanced technology platform – Vic
Source: Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington Robinson Research Institute, a pioneer in high-temperature superconductivity (HTS) research, has received funding of $71million towards setting up and hosting an advanced technology platform in Future Magnetic and Materials Technologies. The funding for the advanced technology platform was announced by Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr Shane Reti […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Economy – Rise of the machines: How could artificial intelligence impact financial stability? – Reserve Bank of NZ
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 5 May 2025 – The rapid acceleration of artificial intelligence (AI) adoption in financial services presents both opportunities and risks to financial stability, according to the Reserve Bank of New Zealand in a special topic from the upcoming May 2025 Financial Stability Report. As AI tools and models become increasingly […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Bupa under scrutiny for tax practices as workers face cuts – E tū
Source: Etu Union A new report from E tū and international tax watchdog CICTAR has raised serious questions about whether aged care giant Bupa is shifting profits offshore to avoid paying its fair share of tax in Aotearoa. E tū is calling for urgent reform and transparency in aged residential care funding, following the revelations […]
MIL-OSI USA: Office of the Governor — Flag Order — Gov. Green Lowers Flags in Honor of Prince David Klaren La‘amea Kaumuali‘i Kawānanakoa
Source: US State of Hawaii Office of the Governor — Flag Order — Gov. Green Lowers Flags in Honor of Prince David Klaren La‘amea Kaumuali‘i Kawānanakoa Posted on May 2, 2025 in Flag Orders, Latest Department News, Newsroom, Office of the Governor Press Releases STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNORKE KIAʻĀINA GOVERNOR […]
MIL-OSI USA: Office of the Governor — News Release — Gov. Green Wins Passage Of Historic Climate Impact Legislation
Source: US State of Hawaii Office of the Governor — News Release — Gov. Green Wins Passage Of Historic Climate Impact Legislation Posted on May 2, 2025 in Latest Department News, Newsroom, Office of the Governor Press Releases STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNORKE KIAʻĀINA GOVERNOR GREEN WINS PASSAGE OF HISTORIC CLIMATE […]
MIL-OSI USA: 2025-60 DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL CONDUCTING UNATTENDED DEATH INVESTIGATION
Source: US State of Hawaii 2025-60 DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL CONDUCTING UNATTENDED DEATH INVESTIGATION Posted on May 2, 2025 in Latest Department News, Newsroom STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL KA ʻOIHANA O KA LOIO KUHINA JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA ANNE […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Weather News – A settled start gives way to a wet finish across Aotearoa – MetService
Source: MetService – Cold nights with widespread single-digit temperatures; frost risk for the central North Island.– Monday morning saw some of the lowest temperatures recorded so far this year, including Christchurch: -0.5°C, Taumarunui: -1.7°C, Taupo: -1.8°C and Masterton: -0.5°C.– Clear skies dominate early in the week under a ridge of high pressure.– Rain and warmer, humid […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: RSA – Hurricanes Donate Jerseys to Support New Zealand’s Veterans
Source: RSA Following their hard-fought victory over the Brumbies in Canberra last month, the Hurricanes have demonstrated that their strength extends beyond the rugby pitch. In a meaningful gesture, all 23 jerseys worn by Hurricanes players during the DHL Super Rugby Pacific’s Anzac Round have been donated to the RSA. The aim is […]
MIL-OSI Video: 3D-Printed Railway Station & 6 Manufacturing Myths | WEF | Top Stories Week
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements) This week’s top stories of the week include: 0:15 Platform boots workplace inclusivity — Inclusively rounds up what potential employers can offer them from reasonable adjustments to assistive technologies. Employees can log in anonymously and state their disabilities and needs for support or resources. 3:40 Japan 3D-printed this railway […]
MIL-OSI Global: Blaming Donald Trump for conservative losses in both Canada and Australia is being too kind to Peter Dutton
Source: The Conversation – Global Perspectives – By David Smith, Associate Professor in American Politics and Foreign Policy, US Studies Centre, University of Sydney Australia’s federal election, held less than a week after Canada’s, has produced a shockingly similar outcome. Commentators all over the world have pointed out the parallels. In both countries, centre-left governments […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: E tū union – mischievous or misinformed? – Aged Care Association Statement
Source: Aged Care Association The E tū union is either being deliberately mischievous or is seriously misinformed about how aged residential care works in New Zealand, says Aged Care Association Chief Executive Hon. Tracey Martin. The Post published a story last week based on a report titled Transparency and Corporate Tax Reforms to Improve the Efficiency […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Health – “Please don’t die today” – a mother’s fight against asthma – Asthma and Respiratory Foundation
Source: Asthma and Respiratory Foundation “I love you, Mummy. Please don’t die today.” That’s what Jade Steven’s five-year-old son whispered to her one morning before school. For Jade, a mother-of-three from Wellington, those words captured the fear that comes with living – and parenting – while battling asthma. This World Asthma Day (on Tuesday 6 May), […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Northland News – Have your say on Navigation Safety Bylaw
Source: Northland Regional Council The public is being encouraged to have its say on a review of the Northland Regional Council’s Navigation Safety Bylaw for Northland, which sets the rules for keeping people safe on the water. Council Chair Geoff Crawford says the bylaw was originally scheduled for its five-yearly review in 2022, but the process […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Education – Skills Group Embraces AI to Transform Vocational Education
Source: Skills Group Skills Group, New Zealand’s largest private training provider, is pioneering the future of vocational education by integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its teaching and learning processes. Skills Group Head of Strategic Development Andy Cooper says by leveraging cutting-edge AI technology, Skills Group is enhancing student performance, streamlining administrative tasks, and personalising the […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Politics – Australian election a warning shot for Luxon’s Trump-style agenda, says Greenpeace
Source: Greenpeace The Australian election result has sent a clear message across the Tasman: voters will not tolerate Trump-style politics that fuel environmental destruction and ignore the climate crisis. “Australians chose to protect climate and nature over a coalition pushing fossil fuels, destruction, and division. That should be a wake-up call for political leaders here in […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Health – “Please don’t die today” – a mother’s fight against asthma – Asthma and Respiratory Foundation
Source: Asthma and Respiratory Foundation “I love you, Mummy. Please don’t die today.” That’s what Jade Steven’s five-year-old son whispered to her one morning before school. For Jade, a mother-of-three from Wellington, those words captured the fear that comes with living – and parenting – while battling asthma. This World Asthma Day (on Tuesday 6 May), […]
MIL-OSI Australia: ‘Silver lining’ effect for many women who separate in midlife
Source: 05 May 2025 A new study challenges a common assumption that Australian women who divorce or separate in midlife are destined for a bleak future. While finances can be a struggle and personal happiness declines in the short term, it gradually increases within a few years, often exceeding pre-divorce levels. That’s one finding from […]
MIL-OSI Australia: 139-2025: Assistance dogs travelling on cruise vessels within domestic Australian waters
Source: New South Wales Government 2 5 May 2025 Who does this notice affect? This notice affects assistance animal handlers travelling on cruise ships between Australian ports (not leaving Australian waters), cruise line operators and pet transport agents. What has changed? The department currently grants approval for assistance dogs to travel on cruise ships within […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Livestock numbers fall over the last 10 years while area planted in fruit increases – Stats NZ media and information release: Agricultural production statistics: Year to June 2024 (final)
Source: Statistics New Zealand Livestock numbers fall over the last 10 years while area planted in fruit increases – 5 May 2025 – The total number of sheep was 23.6 million at June 2024, a fall of 6.2 million (21 percent) compared with 10 years ago, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. The total number […]
MIL-OSI Australia: GRANEYS LANE, KALANGADOO (Grass Fire)
Source: South Australia County Fire Service KALANGADOO Issued on05 May 2025 09:14 Grass Fire Kalangadoo Issued for KALANGADOO in the Lower South East. The CFS is responding to a grass and stubble fire at Kalangadoo near Penola in the Limestone Coast region, South Australia. Approximately 33 CFS volunteers on 8 trucks, supported by Forestry SA, […]