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Late-night ram raid thwarted by swift response
Source: New Zealand Police Police, with the help of CCTV and an alert owner, thwarted a late-night burglar’s plan to rob a Taupō power tool store last night. At around...
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Inter-agency Coordination Group established for Election 2026
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Justice Headline: Inter-agency Coordination Group established for Election 2026 10 September 2026 An inter-agency Coordination Group is being established to strengthen coordination and preparedness across...
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‘Nature loves a team effort’ – Conservation Week 2027 dates announced
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 10 September 2026 Nature loves a team effort, and needs all sorts of teams to make a difference. Some people want to get their hands...
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Defence News – NZDF helps Kiribati dispose of almost 300 Second World War munitions
Source: New Zealand Defence Force 10 September 2026 Residents and workers in one of Kiribati’s most densely populated communities are now safer after a joint Kiribati-New Zealand operation to safely...
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Education Policy – Cross-party support builds for NZPF’s Council Proposal
Source: New Zealand Principals’ Federation Political parties across the spectrum are backing the case for greater stability and independence in curriculum and assessment. NZ First, Labour, the Greens, and the...
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Road blocked, SH25, Tairua Whitianga Road
Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 25, Tairua Whitianga Road, is blocked following a crash near Whenuakite this afternoon. Police were called to the crash about 1.05pm near Parakatu Road...
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Southern right whale mum and calf prompt call for care on the water
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 10 September 2026 The pair spent the weekend off the Whangārei coast and were last seen in water off the coast of northern Auckland. Ngāti...
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SH2 blocked, Hastings
Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 2 near Pekapeka National Park in Pakipaki is blocked following a two-vehicle crash. The crash was reported to emergency services around 12.15pm. No injuries...
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Health – Bigger jackpots, longer odds: Hāpai calls for scrutiny of Powerball changes
Source: Hāpai Te Hauora Hāpai Te Hauora is calling for greater scrutiny of changes that will make Powerball’s top prize harder to win while allowing jackpots to grow larger. From...
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Speech to the Resource Management Law Association Conference
Source: New Zealand Government Introduction Good morning. It’s great to be here in the beautiful Kerikeri for this year’s RMLA conference. I want to acknowledge the RMLA for its leadership,...
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Ombudsman’s office publishes latest OIA and LGOIMA complaints information
Source: Office of the Ombudsman The Office of the Ombudsman has published its half-yearly data on Official Information Act (OIA) and Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act (LGOIMA) complaints....
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Cultural diplomacy strategy takes NZ creativity to the world
Source: Ministry for Culture and Heritage A new strategy for the Cultural Diplomacy International Programme will guide the presentation of New Zealand culture overseas. With seven new projects funded, and...
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830 delegates gather for Forum on the Family
Source: Family First 830 delegates gather for Forum on the Family The annual Forum on the Family hosted by Family First NZ is happening this weekend and will bring together...
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Making a difference on family violence
Source: New Zealand Government Three Government programmes are making a difference in preventing family violence, new independent evaluations show. Evaluations of E Tū Whānau, Pasefika Proud and the Ethnic Communities...
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Overseas investment applications made cheaper
Source: New Zealand Government Lower Overseas Investment fees will make it easier and more attractive for investors to bring capital into New Zealand, helping businesses grow, lifting productivity, creating higher-paying...
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NEPAL: Over 500 children separated from parents and hundreds still missing after floods – Save the Children
Source: Save the Children KATHMANDU, 9 September 2026 – About 540 children have been separated from their parents or are unaccompanied two weeks since Nepal’s devastating flash floods, according to...
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Greenpeace says Govt has forsaken rural New Zealanders as new ECan maps reconfirm state of nitrate emergency
Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace says that the Government has forsaken rural New Zealanders , as new maps of nitrate contamination from Environment Canterbury reconfirm that people living in regions like Ashburton...
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Health Coalition – Children pay price for government inaction on junk food
Source: Health Coalition Aotearoa Tamariki are paying the price for the decisions leaders are making to prioritise the profits of the food industry over cost-effective healthy food policies, say researchers....
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ASB’s housing outlook – More choice, a balanced market, more durable future gains
Source: ASB Bank Limited National house prices remain around 15% below late 2021 peaks, and roughly 30% lower after adjusting for inflation. ASB expects a more moderate, income-led recovery, with...
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Decapitated dolphin found on Coromandel beach
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 10 September 2026 DOC Principal Investigation Officer Hayden Loper says 0800 DOC HOT received two calls about the remains of the animal which were found...
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KiwiSaver report highlights continued growth
Source: New Zealand Government The average KiwiSaver balance has passed $40,000 for the first time, with $138.8 billion now invested on behalf of New Zealanders, says Commerce and Consumer Affairs...
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Investment to improve visitor facilities on Great Ride
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing in upgraded visitor facilities at Horopito on the Mountains to Sea – Ngā Ara Tūhono Great Ride, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise...
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Design work progresses for three regional hospitals
Source: New Zealand Government Planning for the future redevelopment of Hawke’s Bay, Palmerston North, and Tauranga hospitals has reached an important milestone, with early concept images showing what future buildings...
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NZ Post delivers improved profit
Source: New Zealand Government NZ Post’s return to profitability after several years of losses is encouraging, but a sustained commitment to continued improvement is required, says State-Owned Enterprises Minister Simeon...
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New workforce hub to strengthen GP care
Source: New Zealand Government Family doctors and nurses across Auckland and Northland will find it much easier to get the training they need, with a new workforce hub opened today...
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Landcorp delivers record result
Source: New Zealand Government Landcorp has delivered its strongest operating performance on record, demonstrating that its turnaround is gaining momentum, says State-Owned Enterprises Minister Simeon Brown. The state-owned enterprise today...
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Investment to preserve Waitangi Treaty Grounds
Source: New Zealand Government The Government will provide $8 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund to support the continued operation and preservation of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Regional Development Minister...