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Eulogy for Jim Bolger
Source: New Zealand Government We are gathered to give thanks for the life of Jim Bolger, but, first, I thank the Bolger family for the privilege of speaking here today...
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Granny flats get the consent-free go ahead
Source: New Zealand Government Just-passed legislation will soon allow Kiwis to build granny flats up to 70 square metres in their backyards without a building consent, unlocking more housing choices...
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Farmers and foresters urged to stay safe, seek support
Source: New Zealand Government Farmers, growers, and foresters are encouraged to not take unnecessary risks and to heed weather warnings today, Agriculture and Forestry Minister Todd McClay says. “A state...
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210+ new social homes on the way for Waikato
Source: New Zealand Government More than 210 new social homes will be delivered in Waikato by Community Housing Providers (CHPs), Housing Minister Chris Bishop and Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka...
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Public urged to look out for hornets in Auckland
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Biosecurity New Zealand is urging Aucklanders to be on the lookout for yellow-legged hornets (Vespa velutina) following the discovery of a queen hornet in...
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Penk heads to Chile for South Pacific defence talks
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Defence Minister Chris Penk will travel to Chile this week to attend the South Pacific Defence Ministers’ Meeting (SPDMM). “In an increasingly volatile world, the...
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Latest subnational population estimates available from late October
Latest subnational population estimates available from late October 22 October 2025 Subnational population estimates: At 30 June 2025 will be published on 29 October 2025. Subnational population estimates give the...
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Fatal crash, Kinleith
Source: New Zealand Police One person has died following a serious crash on State Highway One near Kinleith last night. Emergency services were called to the two-vehicle crash at around...
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Fatal crash, Parnell
Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died following a crash involving a bus in Parnell last night. Emergency services remain at the scene of the fatal...
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Overwhelming construction industry support for key Health and Safety reforms
Source: New Zealand Government Overwhelming construction industry support for key Health and Safety reforms Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden welcomes a Site Safe survey released today that...
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NZ-AU: GHD’s 2025 Sustainability Report highlights the company’s focus on creating an enduring legacy
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) SYDNEY, Oct. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Global professional services company GHD has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, outlining its performance on issues that matter to clients,...
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Iceland and New Zealand enhance practical cooperation
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand and Iceland are deepening cooperation, in the areas of working holidays, taxation and geothermal energy, Foreign Minister Winston Peters has announced. “New Zealand and...
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National Treasure Returns to “Hunan”:The Zidanku Chu Silk Manuscripts（Volumes Ⅱ and Ⅲ）Incorporated into the Collection of Hunan Museum
Source: Media Outreach CHANGSHA, HUNAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 October 2025 – On the morning of October 13, a ceremony for the transfer and incorporation of the Zidanku...
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XCL World Academy Opens New Early & Primary Years Campus in Singapore
Source: Media Outreach New learning spaces advance XWA’s “Academy of the World” vision, integrating bilingual education and AI literacy from the earliest years. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 22...
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ICSD and HKPAA Convene APAC ESG Forum, Calling for Sustainable Action Across Business and Government
Source: Media Outreach Regional leaders from Hong Kong, Korea, India, Singapore and Indonesia share ESG insights shaping Asia-Pacific’s sustainable future HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 October...
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Update: Pahiatua homicide name release
Source: New Zealand Police Police are now in a position to name the victim of a homicide in Pahiatua on Wednesday 15 October. She was 74-year-old Karen Gilbert-Palmer, an occupant...
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Trend Micro Named a Leader in Network Analysis and Visibility
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 October 2025 – Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704) announced today that it has been named a...
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Rhenus Group Selected by Correios as the Global Logistics Service Provider for COP 30
Source: Media Outreach Together with Correios, Rhenus is supporting the international logistics of United Nations cargo for the COP 30 Climate Conference in Belém, Brazil. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire...
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New survey shows nearly 70% of older adults in Singapore underestimate their risk of shingles; only 1 in 4 plans to consult their doctor on prevention
Source: Media Outreach A survey by Ipsos, sponsored by GSK, found that while 63% of adults aged 50 years or over in Singapore were aware of shingles, only 29% recognised...
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Road blocked, SH1, Kinleith
Source: New Zealand Police Police are in attendance at a serious crash on State Highway One near Kinleith Road. Emergency services were called to the two-vehicle crash at around 6.10pm....
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Maritime Union Backs Public Sector Strike this 23 October 2025
Source: Maritime Union of New Zealand The Maritime Union of New Zealand (MUNZ) is backing the thousands of public sector workers striking for fair pay and safe services this Thursday,...
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Think carefully about travel amid severe weather
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is urging road users to think ahead and carefully consider the need to travel tomorrow as severe weather...
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Severe weather, Canterbury
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Superintendent Tony Hill, Canterbury District Commander: Police are urging Canterbury residents to prepare, and to take extra care, with a red wind warning...
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Save the Children’s “Journey Around the World” Addresses Deep-rooted Community Needs to Create Lasting Change for Children’s Futures
Source: Media Outreach Travel Influencers Christy Leung and “African Prince” Kunbi Journey into the Heart of Childhood HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 October 2025 – Hongkongers...
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Update: Whangārei death
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Senior Sergeant Shane Pilmer, Northland Area Investigations Manager: Police can now confirm that a death in Bank Street, Whangārei is not being...
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Police investigate suspicious approach, Whakatu
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Sergeant Karli Whiu, Hastings Police investigating a suspicious approach in the Whakatu area would like to advise parents to be alert, not alarmed....
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More bad weather ahead for lower North Island and top of the South highways
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Drivers are being urged to take extreme care on the roads tomorrow (Thursday), with red level weather warnings being issued by Metservice. A red-level Strong...