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EU Trade Commissioner to visit New Zealand

· October 23, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government European Union Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič will visit New Zealand this week to participate in the European Union-New Zealand Business Summit and first NZ-EU Trade Committee...

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Granny flats get the consent-free go ahead

· October 23, 2025

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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Iceland and New Zealand enhance practical cooperation

· October 23, 2025

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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Update: Whangārei death

· October 22, 2025

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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Pokaia Nepia, Taki Turner scholarships recipients named

· October 22, 2025

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  22 October 2025 Source:  Waikato-Tainui and University of Waikato The two scholarships were established in 2024 through a partnership between University of Waikato, Waikato-Tainui and Te...

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Outgoing Electricity Authority Chair thanked

· October 22, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Electricity Authority Chair Anna Kominik has announced her resignation, Energy Minister Simon Watts says. “I want to acknowledge the work Ms Kominik has led over her...

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Charging ahead with solar and sustainable buildings

· October 22, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is stepping up reforms to accelerate sustainable construction in New Zealand, as a new building consent exemption for rooftop solar panels comes into force.  ...

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Commonsense changes to boost capital markets

· October 22, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is making further changes to support business growth and New Zealand’s capital markets, says Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson. “Mandatory climate reporting...