New Zealand is on track to reach 100% renewable electricity generation by 2030, according to Meridian Energy general manager of development Guy Waipara. This transition, driven by significant investment in wind, solar, and battery storage projects, is rapidly reducing the country’s reliance on thermal power. While electricity demand is expected to grow by 2% annually, … Read more
The ASEAN-UK Health Security Partnership (HSP) has launched its inaugural round of funding, selecting 20 projects to strengthen regional resilience against health threats. According to a statement from the British Embassy in Jakarta on June 5, 2026, these initiatives span government, academia, and civil society, targeting critical issues like antimicrobial resistance, disease surveillance, and climate-related … Read more
The combined projected cost for the Memorial Park Aquatic Centre and a “national-scale courts and events hub” at Baypark could decrease from $190 million to $158 million. This potential reduction follows a doubling of funding from partners and development contributions, which now total $67 million. While councillors have agreed to move forward with these projects, … Read more