A new report released by the Australian Constructors Association (ACA) today reveals the key maintaining living standards is lifting the productivity performance of the construction industry. ACA CEO Jon Davies said improving the efficiency of the construction industry is a matter of national importance. "If the industry doesn't change its course, it will simply be unable to deliver the current pipeline of new energy, housing, defence, transport and social infrastructure in a timely manner," said Mr Davies.

https://www.miragenews.com/construction-surge-to-enhance-was-future-1060771/

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Obsidian Personal Planning Solutions LLC increased its holdings in shares of iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF ( NYSEARCA:IJR – Get Rating ) by 0.5% during the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm owned 65,103 shares of the exchange traded fund's stock after acquiring an additional 297 shares during the quarter. iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF makes up approximately 9.2% of Obsidian Personal Planning Solutions LLC's holdings, making the stock its 2nd biggest holding.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/06/20/ishares-core-sp-small-cap-etf-nysearcaijr-shares-acquired-by-obsidian-personal-planning-solutions-llc.html

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After dedicating his career to Māori land law and family law, a University of Otago alumnus will receive an Honorary Doctor of Laws next week. Judge Isaac. Judge Wilson Isaac (Ngāti Porou, Ngāi Tūhoe, Ngāti Kahungunu) will have the degree conferred at Otago's graduation ceremony on Saturday, 19 August. He will also give the graduation address. Judge Isaac graduated from Otago with a Bachelor of Arts in 1974 and a Bachelor of Laws in 1977. He spent 17 years as a solicitor and partner at Burnard Bull & Co, in Gisborne, where he developed an extensive practice in Māori land law and family law.

https://www.miragenews.com/honorary-degree-for-former-maori-land-court-1063884/

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Armor Investment Advisors LLC decreased its stake in shares of iShares Semiconductor ETF ( NASDAQ:SOXX – Free Report ) by 4.5% during the first quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 4,269 shares of the exchange traded fund's stock after selling 199 shares during the period. Armor Investment Advisors LLC's holdings in iShares Semiconductor ETF were worth $1,898,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. A number of other institutional investors have also added to or reduced their stakes in SOXX.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/08/13/armor-investment-advisors-llc-reduces-stake-in-ishares-semiconductor-etf-nasdaqsoxx.html

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11:38 UTC+8, 2023-04-15        Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Saturday was evacuated unscathed after an object that appeared to be a smoke bomb was thrown near him.   11:38 UTC+8, 2023-04-15        A pipe-like object was thrown near Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida while he was delivering a outdoor speech in the western city of Wakayama on Saturday, Japanese media reported. A loud explosion was also heard, but the premier took cover and was unharmed while police subdued a man at the scene, public broadcaster NHK said.

https://www.shine.cn/news/world/2304153857/

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Penny Wong acknowledged previous Australian governments had ignored the clear and consistent message from its Pacific family of the climate change threat.

https://www.themandarin.com.au/190961-foreign-minister-concedes-australia-neglected-responsibility-on-climate-change/

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INDIVIDUAL HIGHLIGHTS 180s: T Irwin (Brezz'n Gold); B Leach (Done n Dusted); Q Stevens (Rebels); R Edwards (6 Shooters); K Morrell, F Moreland (Roseland); I Eyles (Gunz); H Ngarangione (Stallions). Highest start (180): K Morrell (Roseland); H Ngarangione (Stallions). Highest finish (140): O Pohio (2NZ3). TEAM RESULTS (P = pairs, S = singles, T = Tons) Eastland Asphalts 12 Valkyries 3: A Wildbore (P2, S1, T2) 100, 135; L Vette (P2, S1, T1) 138; S Nisbett (P2, S1, T5) 100 (3), 121, 125st; L Groenewald (P2, S1, T5) 100st, 100 (4); P McRoberts (P2, S1, T3) 100st (2), 100; J Witika (P2, S1, T3) 112, 121, 125; A Kaa (P1, S0, T1) 100; H Kaiwai (P1, S0, T2) 100, 122; A Taukamo-Pohio (P0, S0, T4) 100, 105 (2), 120; D Barbarich (P0, S0, T2) 100, 125.

https://www.gisborneherald.co.nz/sport/gisborne-club-darts-results-2

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MANILA, Philippines — National University overcame University of the Philippines in five sets, 25-16, 20-25, 26-24, 23-25, 15-12, to remain unscathed in the UAAP Season 85 men's volleyball tournament on Wednesday at Philsports Arena. The Bulldogs failed to close out the game in the fourth and went down, 9-10, in the decider. But the defending champions restored order, scoring five straight points to reach match point, 14-10. Ken Malinis delivered the game-clinching cross-court attack after NU committed back-to-back errors.

https://sports.inquirer.net/499915/uaap-nu-scrapes-past-up-to-stay-perfect-in-mens-volleyball

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Pope Francis arrives for the welcoming ceremony of World Youth Day (WYD) gathering of young Catholics, at Eduardo VII Park in Lisbon on August 3, 2023. Pope Francis today urged young people to focus on caring for the planet and fighting climate change, calling for an 'integral ecology' that melds environmental protection with the fight against poverty and other social problems. Around one million pilgrims from around the world will attend the World Youth Day, the largest Catholic gathering in the world, created in 1986 by John Paul II.

https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1812104/pope-gets-rockstar-welcome-at-lisbon-youth-jamboree

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Chiliz ( CHZ ) traded up 4.8% against the US dollar during the 1 day period ending at 16:00 PM Eastern on June 23rd. Chiliz has a market cap of $548.32 million and $37.66 million worth of Chiliz was traded on exchanges in the last 24 hours. During the last week, Chiliz has traded up 16.4% against the US dollar. One Chiliz token can currently be bought for $0.0781 or 0.00000253 BTC on major cryptocurrency exchanges. Here's how related cryptocurrencies have performed during the last 24 hours: KILT Protocol (KILT) traded 1.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/06/23/chiliz-trading-16-4-higher-over-last-week-chz.html

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http://klse.i3investor.com/web/blog/detail/BullandBearfb/2023-09-07-story-h-240200640

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For many workers, Covid-19 altered our attitudes towards our jobs and how we do them. The conditions of the past three years catalysed a full re-evaluation of careers and values, and subsequently dislodged some staid traditions that have bogged down workplace progress. In the new world of work, many employees have received what they've wanted from their employers – new ways of getting things done including flexible hours, remote working and even shortened workweeks. Despite this, however, one entrenched feature of business culture that's proved tough – and in some cases impossible – to shift, is presenteeism.

https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20230718-post-pandemic-presenteeism-overwork-culture

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The Safer Cities lighting installation will improve safety and accessibility to fans travelling to and from games, in response to a new report released today showing the majority of women do not feel safe in public spaces after dark. The Women's World Cup is set to be the biggest women's sporting event in the world to date and is shaping up to be one of the biggest sporting events in Sydney since the 2000 Olympics. Four key routes between Sydney Football Stadium, Central Station, and the Moore Park Light Rail will be installed with creative, directional lighting designs and additional wayfinding signage.

https://www.miragenews.com/moore-park-to-shine-bright-during-fifa-womens-1047572/

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Take a look at the current movers and rumours in the Premier League with West Ham showing interest in Harry Maguire while clubs in Saudi Arabia eye up Riyad Mahrez and Fabinho transfers.

https://www.theaustralian.com.au/sport/premier-league-transfer-update-west-ham-show-interest-in-maguire/video/0a151863705a88377501701be4c14184

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Commonwealth Equity Services LLC decreased its stake in shares of iShares ESG Aware MSCI EAFE ETF ( NASDAQ:ESGD – Get Rating ) by 1.4% during the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the SEC. The fund owned 1,672,544 shares of the company's stock after selling 22,928 shares during the period. Commonwealth Equity Services LLC owned 1.66% of iShares ESG Aware MSCI EAFE ETF worth $109,953,000 as of its most recent filing with the SEC. Other hedge funds have also made changes to their positions in the company.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/05/01/commonwealth-equity-services-llc-has-109-95-million-stake-in-ishares-esg-aware-msci-eafe-etf-nasdaqesgd.html

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A supporter of Taiwan holds a sign and shouts slogans outside a hotel where Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen is expected to arrive in Los Angeles, Tuesday, April 4, 2023. (AP Photo/Ringo H.W. Chiu)

https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/077/0005906683?sid=104

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JasmyCoin ( JASMY ) traded 2.8% lower against the US dollar during the 24 hour period ending at 18:00 PM ET on March 25th. During the last seven days, JasmyCoin has traded down 9.6% against the US dollar. JasmyCoin has a market capitalization of $217.65 million and $27.10 million worth of JasmyCoin was traded on exchanges in the last 24 hours. One JasmyCoin token can now be bought for about $0.0046 or 0.00000017 BTC on popular cryptocurrency exchanges. Here's how related cryptocurrencies have performed during the last 24 hours: KILT Protocol (KILT) traded 2% higher against the dollar and now trades at $0.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/03/25/jasmycoin-self-reported-market-capitalization-hits-217-65-million-jasmy.html

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Bank of New Hampshire trimmed its position in iShares Intermediate Government/Credit Bond ETF ( BATS:GVI – Get Rating ) by 10.6% in the fourth quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 77,698 shares of the company's stock after selling 9,189 shares during the quarter. iShares Intermediate Government/Credit Bond ETF accounts for 2.4% of Bank of New Hampshire's portfolio, making the stock its 4th largest position.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/03/17/ishares-intermediate-government-credit-bond-etf-batsgvi-shares-sold-by-bank-of-new-hampshire.html

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