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Police presence for Hawke’s Bay gang tangi
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Hawke’s Bay Area Commander Inspector Lincoln Sycamore: Police will have a visible presence across Hawke’s Bay today as a gang tangi travels from Napier...
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Government considering Chorus divestment
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is exploring ways to free up capital locked in its investment in Chorus, to redirect into capital projects of more use to New Zealanders....
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Household saving increases in the June 2025 quarter – National accounts (income, saving, assets, and liabilities): June 2025 quarter – Stats NZ news story and information release
Household saving increases in the June 2025 quarter – news story 9 October 2025 New Zealand household saving increased from $149 million in the March 2025 quarter to $804 million...
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2026 funding policy settings changes
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 9 October 2025 The Minister of Education, Minister for Vocational Education and Minister for Universities have issued the 2026 funding determinations. These funding determinations...
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Vocational education and training redesign updates
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 9 October 2025 Vocational education and training (VET) in New Zealand is changing. You’ll find regular updates on these changes here. VET remains an...
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Gaza Israel Ceasefire – PSNA cautious welcome for ceasefire and hostage release deal
Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) PSNA is cautiously welcoming the Gaza ceasefire and proposed exchange of hostages between Israel and Hamas. At least 7,000 Palestinians are being held in detention...
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Police thank the public for intervening following assault
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Inspector Phil Gillbanks, Rotorua Area Prevention Manager, Rotorua Police would like to thank members of the public who came to an older woman’s aid...
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Speech to Facilities Management Summit 2025
Source: New Zealand Government Thank you for the invitation to join you today. As Parliamentary Under-Secretary to the Minister for Infrastructure, it is a real privilege to be here with...
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Two further arrests in Marlborough methamphetamine operation
Source: New Zealand Police To be attributed to Detective Sergeant Ben Smith, Blenheim Tactical Crime Unit: Blenheim Police have made two further arrests today as part of Operation Memento, an...
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Serious crash, Henderson
Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash on Swanson Road, Henderson. Police were called to the scene at 4.15pm after a car collided...
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PSA slams Minister for crowing over making experienced public service workers redundant
Source: PSA The Government’s restructure of the public service has achieved little more than hurting people and encouraging more of our brightest to head to Australia. “Her comments today are insensitive...
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Focus on State Highway 1 for Coastal Otago maintenance season
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Travelling on State Highway 1 in Otago is set to get smoother and safer as a result of a significant amount of roading work over...
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CTU congratulates Living Wage Movement for huge win
Source: NZCTU NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi President Richard Wagstaff is today congratulating the Living Wage Movement and trade unions for their victory in keeping the living wage in government procurement...
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Road closed, State Highway 1: Ashburton
Source: New Zealand Police District: Canterbury SH1/Hinds Highway, between Windermere and Swamp Roads, is closed following a five-vehicle crash. Multiple people appear to be seriously injured and motorists should expect...
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Government to restore Police’s right to collect intelligence
Source: New Zealand Government Cabinet has taken decisions to amend the Policing Act, to reaffirm Polices ability to gather intelligence in public places, and expand Police’s powers to temporarily close...
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Investigation continues into Eastern Terrace death
Source: New Zealand Police Canterbury Police are continuing to investigate the sudden death of a man at a residential address on Eastern Terrace in the early hours of Saturday morning....
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Legislation Issues – Walk Without Fear Trust Condemns Hamstrung Judiciary Over Nganeko Killing
Source: Walk Without Fear Trust Eugene Bareman, Chair of the Walk Without Fear Trust, has criticised “out of touch” politicians and a constrained judiciary regarding the sentencing of coward punch...
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Games – Global Report: Video Games Transcend Entertainment, Affect Positive Change in Players’ Lives
Source: Interactive Games & Entertainment Association (IGEA) Video games affirmed as a source of connection, stress relief and mental stimulation in one of the largest consumer surveys ever conducted of...
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Animal Welfare – Two-week consultation on pig welfare law is a mockery of due process – SAFE
Source: SAFE For Animals SAFE says the Government is making a mockery of due process by allowing just 14 days for the public to comment on major animal welfare law changes...
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Advocacy – Hijacked Solidarity: Bringing the Focus Back to Palestine – PFNZ
Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand The pro-Palestine movement began – and must remain – a movement for people: for families living under occupation, for those denied safety and dignity,...
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Gisborne pair caught with 157 undersize pāua
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries A pair of Gisborne fishers are likely to face prosecution after they were found with 157 undersize p??ua. Fishery officers stopped the pair this...
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Mountain biker rescued after hypothermia sets in
Source: New Zealand Police A mountain biker’s extreme training session took a dangerous turn when he became stranded in Northland bush, losing daylight and becoming hypothermic. Northland Police SAR lead,...
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Milford Track opening delayed due to avalanche damage
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 09 October 2025 DOC bookings for the track from 28 October – 11 November will be cancelled and refunded. Hikers beyond those dates will be...
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Arrest following arson in Massey
Source: New Zealand Police A specialist scene examination is continuing at a property in West Auckland today, following a suspicious fire this morning. Police arrived at the address in Colwill...
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Further arrest in Kaea Karauria homicide investigation
Source: New Zealand Police To be attributed to Detective Inspector Martin James: As the investigation into the fatal stabbing of Kaea Karauria continues, Hawke’s Bay Police have today arrested another...
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Government spending falls as percentage of GDP
Source: New Zealand Government Today’s government financial statements for 2024/25 are the first to fully reflect decisions made by the current Government and show the progress being made in getting...
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Ultrasound services now available on the Chatham Islands
Source: New Zealand Government Residents of the Chatham Islands now have access to permanent ultrasound services at the Chatham Islands Health Centre, marking a major step forward in rural healthcare...