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Proposed options to improve the traceability of pigs and sheep
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Update – 19 February 2026 The consultation closing time was extended by 7 hours. Submissions will now be accepted up to 11.59pm on 5...
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Fruit fly surveillance area widens in Papatoetoe
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Biosecurity New Zealand is widening its trapping zone in Papatoetoe after today finding 3 more male Oriental fruit flies, says Biosecurity New Zealand commissioner...
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Fruit fly response ramps up in Papatoetoe
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries The Oriental fruit fly response continues in Papatoetoe, with no further sign of the pest so far, says Biosecurity New Zealand commissioner north Mike...
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Pams Beef Lasagna recalled due to incorrect use-by date
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries New Zealand Food Safety is supporting Foodstuffs Own Brands in its recall of Pams Beef Lasagne due to the product being labelled with the...
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Restrictions now in place on fruit and vegetable movements in Papatoetoe
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Biosecurity New Zealand has placed legal controls on the movement of fruit and vegetables in the Auckland suburb of Papatoetoe following yesterday’s detection of...
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Biosecurity New Zealand investigating and boosting trapping after Oriental fruit fly find
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries A biosecurity operation is under way in Papatoetoe in South Auckland following the discovery of a single male Oriental fruit fly in a surveillance...
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Hauraki Gulf collections closure comes into force
Source: New Zealand Government Fishery Officers are ramping up patrols as a ban comes into force on gathering marine life from rockpools and coastal waters on the Hauraki Gulf coast...
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Gang members arrested after Bay of Plenty memorial run
Source: New Zealand Police Persistent Police visibility and strong enforcement sent a clear message to gang members as they came into town for a memorial run last weekend – Police...
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Celebrating the 10th anniversary of Pasifika TV
Source: New Zealand Government [Speech to the Pacific Cooperation Broadcasting Ltd (PCBL) conference, 6pm, 12 March, New Zealand International Conference Centre, Auckland] Good evening – Our hosts, the Pacific Cooperation...
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Long awaited Holidays Act replacement passes first reading
Source: New Zealand Government A much-anticipated Bill to ensure employees are paid correctly when taking time off work has just passed its first reading at Parliament, Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden announced today. The Employment Leave Bill seeks...
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Improved access to secondary legislation
Source: New Zealand Government A bill to improve access to secondary legislation and digitise government services has passed its final reading in Parliament today, Attorney-General Judith Collins says. “The Legislation...
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Partnership driving hospitality momentum
Source: New Zealand Government Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston has today highlighted the importance of the hospitality industry to New Zealand’s economy, while speaking at the 2026 Hospitality Summit. ...
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Forty-nine new cops march out in March.
Source: New Zealand Police Friends and family members came from all over New Zealand today and celebrated alongside the newly attested constables of the 393 recruit wing at the Royal...
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Crown progresses Ngāti Ruapani settlement at pace
Source: New Zealand Government The first reading for the Ngāti Ruapani mai Waikaremoana Claims Settlement Bill has passed today, just weeks after the deed of settlement was signed, Treaty of...
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Government supports Pacific cultures at Polyfest
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing in the world’s largest Pacific festival, Polyfest, supporting Pacific culture, young people and families, says Pacific Peoples Minister Dr Shane Reti. ...
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Green Party releases initial candidate list for 2026 General Election
Source: Green Party The Green Party has released its Delegate List of candidates for the 2026 General Election, which will now inform the final membership voting process. “This is a...
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Green Party announces 14 Māori candidates in the initial candidate list for the 2026 General Election
Source: Green Party The Green Party announces 14 Māori candidates in the Delegate List for the 2026 General Election, which will now inform the membership voting process. Co-Leader Marama Davidson...
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Illegal driver, weapons, drugs and vehicle
Source: New Zealand Police When Police stopped a driver, it led to the discovery of a vehicle full of illegal items. After stopping a vehicle on Friday, Police arrested the...
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Government Cuts – Latest proposed health cuts will leave public health system worse off – PSA
Source: PSA The PSA is deeply concerned about the long-term consequences of the proposed restructure of the Ministry of Health’s Corporate Services function, which will see 46 roles disestablished and workers...
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Tech tool used to target pest plants at precious wetland
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 12 March 2026 Whangamarino is 7000 ha wetland an hour north of Hamilton, comprising open water, swamp, fen and peat bogs. It is listed as...
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Consumer NZ – Tens of thousands of people face cancelled flights – they have rights
Source: Consumer NZ Consumer NZ says passengers disrupted by Air New Zealand’s flight cuts are entitled to ask for a refund if they don’t want to accept a replacement flight....
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Statement on behalf of the Leman family
Source: New Zealand Police Today’s verdict brings justice for Richard. Nothing will ever undo what was done to him, and nothing will ever bring him back to the people who...
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Building the future of coastal shipping resilience
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is committed to building the resilience of New Zealand’s coastal shipping network, through six critical investments to deliver a more productive economy and ensure...
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A GENERATION OF SYRIAN CHILDREN LOST TO WAR, CONFLICT AND DISPLACEMENT – World Vision
Source: World Vision Fifteen years since civil war erupted in Syria (March 15, 2011), and more than a year since the fall of the Assad regime, Syrian children are once again...
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Appointments – WILLIAMSON TO CHAIR GUARDIANS FOR A FURTHER TWO YEARS
Source: The Guardians of New Zealand Superannuation John Williamson will Chair The Guardians of New Zealand Superannuation for a further two years to October 2028, Finance Minister Nicola Willis announced...
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Funding change will ensure more consistent emergency care for New Zealanders
Source: PHARMAC A simple change in how ambulance medicines are funded is set to create more consistent emergency care. Pharmac is proposing changes to the Pharmaceutical Schedule to support the...
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Growing the frontline workforce in Wairoa
Source: New Zealand Government A Rural Training Hub to grow the frontline rural health workforce will be established in the Wairoa District, Associate Health Minister Matt Doocey announced today. “This...