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Naturing in winter: what our native species get up to
Source: NZ Department of Conservation As the winter snap hits through the country, many of us are reaching for extra layers and staying indoors a little more often. But for...
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Pharmac makes access to Estradiol TDP Mylan (oestradiol) patches easier for New Zealanders
Source: PHARMAC Pharmac is making it easier for people to access oestradiol treatment, by making it easier and more convenient for people to use the Estradiol TDP Mylan brand of...
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RIF backs critical minerals and hydrogen plant
Source: New Zealand Government The Regional Infrastructure Fund will provide $15 million for a new facility in Southland to produce critical minerals and hydrogen, Regional Development, Resources, and Associate Energy...
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Speech to the New Zealand hydrogen hui
Source: New Zealand Government Introduction Tēnā koutou katoa. Thank you for the opportunity to speak this morning. It is my pleasure to welcome you all to the Hydrogen Hui, an...
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$30m RIF package targets hydrogen opportunities
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has set aside $30 million in the Regional Infrastructure Fund for projects that will help grow the hydrogen sector, Regional Development, Resources, and Associate...
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Name release: Fatal crash, Kauri
Source: New Zealand Police Police can now confirm the name of the man who sadly died following a crash on State Highway 1, Kauri on 3 August. He was Ritchie...
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New attendance service re-enrolling more students than ever
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour has today welcomed data showing that more cases of non-enrolled students (NENs) are being referred to attendance services, and more students...
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RIF funding boosts Chatham Islands connections
Source: New Zealand Government Chatham Islands’ connections are being strengthened through funding from the Regional Infrastructure Fund for critical wharf and fuel infrastructure upgrades and improving air links through the...
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Coroner’s findings prompt safety messages for trampers
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 12 August 2026 The coroner found that 37-year-old Rebecca Woolley died from hypothermia and a spinal fracture after becoming lost, while tramping on Mount Aicken....
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Alleged car thieves face court
Source: New Zealand Police A pair of alleged car thieves didn’t get far after quick work by Whangārei Police. Around 9.15pm on Monday, Police were called to an address on...
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Employment Issues – Payouts on the way for Uber drivers as deal reached
Source: Workers First Union Workers First Union and Uber have reached agreement in good faith in relation to the 1,600+ driver claims raised over the past six years, including those of...
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Road closed, SH1B, Newstead
Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 1B / Marshmeadow Road is closed following a serious crash this evening east of Hamilton. About 5.35pm, Police were called to a crash involving...
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Tech – A Smoother Way to Switch as Samsung Simplifies the Move to Galaxy
Source: Samsung Electronics New Zealand Smart Switch Update that removes barriers that have traditionally madeswitching smartphones feel difficult AUCKLAND, New Zealand – August 2026 Samsung Electronics introduced itslatest Galaxy devices...
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Economy – Consultation on a prudential levy opens – Reserve Bank
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua 11 August 2026 The Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua has today released aconsultation document on the...
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Operation shatters drug dealing in Tinopai
Source: New Zealand Police A seizure of methamphetamine was just the tip of the rock, as a Police investigation homed in on a drug supply operation in the Kaipara region....
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Progress on climate adaptation too slow as risks grow
Source: He Pou a Rangi Climate Change Commission Nationwide action to adapt is not keeping pace with growing climate risks, leaving Aotearoa New Zealand inadequately prepared. Two years after the...
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Children at risk after strongest earthquake in a decade strikes Colombia
Source: Save the Children New Zealand The strongest earthquake to hit Colombia in a decade has struck the western part of Colombia, causing widespread destruction across the Pacific Region. The...
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Universities – Vaping emerges as new concern in New Zealand infant deaths
Source: Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland and Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka, University of Otago TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2026 Researchers have published a study that has found a link between maternal...
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Councils are still shutting Kiwi businesses out of billions in ratepayer spending
Source: Buy NZ Made Buy NZ Made says local councils are dragging their feet on procurement reform, a year after central government overhauled its own rules to give New Zealand...
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Rural councils step up to write their next chapter – Federated Farmers
Source: Federated Farmers of New Zealand Federated Farmers congratulates those councils that seized the chance to help steer local government reorganisation that works best for their districts and ratepayers. “Change...
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Biggest-ever Waka Ama Aotearoa contingent heads to Singapore for World Sprint Championships
Source: Waka Ama Aotearoa New Zealand 11 AUGUST 2026 Hundreds of kaihoe across Aotearoa prepare to take on the world stage asteams unite in Singapore for the 2026 International Va’a...
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Federated Farmers back boots on the ground to tackle wilding pines
Source: Federated Farmers of New Zealand Federated Farmers is welcoming the Government’s new $1 million funding programme to support grassroots efforts to control wilding pines. Announced by Biosecurity Minister Andrew...
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Health and Employment – Public ownership cheaper and better for workers and services: new report finds
Source: Association of Salaried Medical Specialists Public ownership is both cheaper and better for workers and essential services, a new report released today has found. “ How public ownership saves money, protects...
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Call for feedback on organic sector changes
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is seeking feedback on proposals to future-proof and grow the organic sector by ensuring we have a strong and modern regulatory framework, Associate Agriculture...
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Fatal crash, Waimangu
Source: New Zealand Police Police can now confirm one person has died following this morning’s crash south of Rotorua. Emergency services were called to the two-vehicle crash on State Highway...
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Offender’s milk run curdled
Source: New Zealand Police Eastern District Police have arrested one person after a report of an armed robbery at a Waipukurau commercial premises last night. Around 7pm, a man entered...
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Road closed following crash, Titoki
Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are responding to a crash on Mangakahia Road, Titoki, where a car has hit a power pole. The single-vehicle crash was reported to Police...