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Kiwibank gets green light to grow
Source: New Zealand Government Kiwibank has been given the green light to compete more vigorously with the big four Australian-owned banks that dominate the New Zealand banking sector. Finance Minister...
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Politics – Luxon Govt tries to bring back the fax machine – Greenpeace
Source: Greenpeace As the next step in its Trump-like climate denial, the Luxon Government is today planning to push a law through Parliament to end the ban on new offshore oil...
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Taking the next step in tackling boy racers
Source: New Zealand Government Boy racers will face serious consequences for anti-social and intimidating driving under tough new laws, Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Police Minister Mark Mitchell say. “New...
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Nurses strike for safe staffing benefits all New Zealanders – NZCTU
Source: NZCTU The NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi is today supporting NZNO members across the country who are striking to push the Government to ensure safe staffing in the healthcare system....
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Implementing the ACOP: risk management education resources on the way
Source: Maritime New Zealand At that stage, the developer group (representatives from ports, unions, stevedore companies, and companies with backgrounds in port operations, education and training) had identified five topics...
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Regulatory relief for manufacturing sector
Source: New Zealand Government Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden is consulting with manufacturers, including wood processors, bakers, and millers to help businesses focus on managing genuine risks...
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Completing your August 2025 SDR
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 8 July 2025 Last updated 8 July 2025 Print Share Here’s what you need to know to submit your August 2025 Single Data Return...
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Education – Family Tradition: Son Joins Mum’s Path in Civil Engineering at Whitireia and WelTec
Source: Whitireia and WelTec Young Wellingtonian Sean Hoffman is forging his own path in civil engineering, inspired by the journey of his mother, Michelle-herself a graduate of the New Zealand Diploma...
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Health – Health Accelerator launches to fast-track innovation in primary care across NZ
Source: Health Accelerator A bold new initiative is set to help transform the future of primary care in New Zealand. Today marks the official launch of Health Accelerator, an innovation hub...
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Events – Fleetwood Mac Tribute Tour Hits the Right Note for Youth Mental Health
Source: Authority PR I Am Hope joins forces with Seventh Wonder for a nationwide partnership Australian singer-songwriter Bloom, one of the country’s most powerful vocalists, is bringing her acclaimed show...
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Science – TDDA Q2 Imperans Report – State of Workplace Drug Use
Source: Botica Butler Raudon Partners for The Drug Detection Agency Opioids and Amphetamines rising in New Zealand Workplaces AUCKLAND, New Zealand, 29 July 2025 – The Drug Detection Agency (TDDA),...
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Health and Employment – Nurses strike to go ahead after failure to agree to safe staffing recruitment again – NZNO
Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation Tomorrow’s 24-strike by more than 36,000 Te Whatu Ora nurses, midwives, health care assistants and kaimahi hauora will go ahead after Health NZ failed again to agree...
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Property Market – Home run: Prices of homes in NZ outpace apartments by more than double
Source: Brainchild PR for RealEstate.co.nz The average asking price nationally of homes has increased by $296,000 since 2015; compared to the $132,000 increase of apartments. Kiwis still see apartments as...
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Universities – Study calls time on vague ‘drier’ homes claims – UoA
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) As many New Zealanders contend with condensation, drafts, and mould this winter, a recent study challenges assumptions about what makes a home ‘drier’. It urges...
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HTP change aimed at stopping smoking
Source: New Zealand Government The Government’s move to reduce the excise on Heated Tobacco Products (HTPs) is about getting more people to quit smoking, Associate Health Minister Casey Costello said...
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Orthopaedic waitlists fall across central North Island
Source: New Zealand Government Fewer people in the Midland region are waiting for orthopaedic surgery, with the total waitlist down 15 per cent since November 2023, Health Minister Simeon Brown...
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Farmers urged to prepare for wet weather
Source: New Zealand Government With adverse weather forecast for the Top of the South, the Bay of Plenty and parts of Northland, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay is urging farmers, foresters,...
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Practical safety changes coming for family farms
Source: New Zealand Government Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden has announced targeted consultation with farmers and the wider agriculture sector to ensure health and safety regulations reflect...
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Health – General Practice training programme to be fully funded is a win for the future of the general practice workforce
Source: Royal NZ College of General Practitioners The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners welcomes the Minister of Health’s announcement today at GP25: Conference for General Practice of significant additional...
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PM Luxon to host Solomon Islands Prime Minister
Source: New Zealand Government Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele will visit New Zealand this week, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has announced. “Solomon Islands is an important partner for New...
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Government delivers further cost of living support
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is focused on growing the economy to create jobs, lift incomes and help Kiwis with the cost-of-living, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Minister of...
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Renewable Energy – Solar farm granted consent under the Natural and Built Environment Act
Source: Environmental Protection Authority An independent panel has granted resource consent, subject to conditions, for the Annie’s Way Solar Farm in Rangiriri, Waikato. Annie’s Way Solar Farm Limited applied for resource...
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Northland News – Nominations for Northland Regional Council close Friday
Source: Northland Regional Council People keen to stand for one of nine places on the Northland Regional Council at this year’s local body elections in October are being urged to get...
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Judicial Conduct Panel members appointed
Source: New Zealand Government Members of a Judicial Conduct Panel have been appointed to inquire into and report on the alleged conduct of acting District Court Judge Ema Aitken, Acting...
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Payap offers businesses a way forward as government moves to ban payment surcharges
Source: BNZ Statements The government’s announcement today that it will ban payment surcharges could save New Zealand consumers up to $150 million annually – and BNZ’s Payap app, launching to...
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Job decline continues, wages not growing with inflation
Source: NZCTU NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi President Richard Wagstaff has said that today’s release of labour market data shows the continued economic pain that is being felt by workers. “This...
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Changes ahead for Te Anau Bird Sanctuary
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 28 July 2025 Te Anau Bird Sanctuary currently maintains an intensive 7-day operation, with a variety of taonga species cared for at the site, including...