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New management for Pūponga Farm Park
Source: Department of Conservation Date: 03 March 2025 HealthPost Nature Trust will carry out restoration work in the Triangle Flat area of the farm park. They aim to build a 3...
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Deregulating for economic growth remains focus after year one
Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Regulation David Seymour says that one year in, the Ministry for Regulation is paving the way for better law-making, higher productivity, and higher wages. “One...
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Lao Brewery Company Strengthens Commitment to a Greener Future with Renewable Energy and Sustainability Initiatives
Source: Media Outreach VIENTIANE, LAOS – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – Lao Brewery Company (LBC), the nation’s leading brewer, is taking a bold step forward in its...
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Backing farmers to innovate and make more money
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is ramping up a programme to boost sustainably and farm productivity. Agriculture Minister Todd McClay has announced the ‘Science for Farmers’ initiative will be rolled...
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Farmers welcome Taranaki adverse event declaration
Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers is pleased the Government has recognised the desperate situation of some Taranaki farmers with the declaration of a medium-scale adverse event across the province. “The lack...
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Climate – Paris Agreement requires urgent action to cut pollution, not just vibes – Greenpeace
Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace is slamming climate minister Simon Watts for claims that New Zealand does not have to meet our climate targets under the Paris climate agreement. Farmers Weekly reported yesterday that...
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Going for Growth: Multi-million dollar benefits possible for farmers and growers
Source: New Zealand Government Regulation Minister David Seymour, Environment Minister Penny Simmonds and Food Safety Minister Andrew Hoggard have today released the Ministry for Regulation’s recommendations to cut red tape...
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Further appeal for information about missing person, Geoffrey Kelly
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police working to locate missing person Geoffrey Kelly are urging members of the public to get in touch if they saw any unusual activity...
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Drought conditions declared across Taranaki
Source: New Zealand Government Agriculture Minister Todd McClay has today classified drought conditions in Taranaki as a medium-scale adverse event, acknowledging the challenging situation facing farmers and growers in the...
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Business and Energy – Winter ‘24 hedging costs impact interim financial result – Meridian
Source: Meridian Energy 26 February 2025 – Meridian Energy has reported a net loss after tax of $121 million for the six months ending 31 December 2024, compared to a net...
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Over 600 parents and children commemorate Healthy with KidSTART five-year anniversary at largest What’s for Lunch? event to date
Source: Media Outreach The Healthy with KidSTART initiative has expanded significantly, growing from supporting 120 families in 2020 to more than 3,100 families in 2024 SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire...
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Fresh from France: Sustainable Apple Delights Mark Great Success in Malaysia
Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 February 2025 – France has over 100 different apple varieties thanks to its unique climate and fertile soil....
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Paramount Gardening Launches Franchise Opportunities For Entrepreneurs To Start A Lawn Mowing Business
Source: Press Release Service – New Zealand Paramount Gardening, New Zealand’s elite property care partner, has announced exciting new franchising opportunities for prospective buyers interested in owning a lawn mowing...
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Environment – EPA approves new crop protection tool
Source: Environmental Protection Authority The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has approved a new insecticide to control pests on key crops such as beets for livestock, and brassicas. Bayer New Zealand applied...
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Future blooms bright for rare tree daisy
Source: Department of Conservation Date: 24 February 2025 The seedlings are the product of a growing partnership between the Department of Conservation and the Department of Corrections. Commonly known as Gardner’s...
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Rural News – Farmers celebrate more funding for QEII Trust – Federated Farmers
Source: Federated Farmers A funding boost for the QEII National Trust is a win for farmers and the environment, Federated Farmers vice president Colin Hurst says. Following strong advocacy from Federated...
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More funding for biodiversity protection
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is boosting investment in the QEII National Trust to reinforce the protection of Aotearoa New Zealand’s biodiversity on private land, Conservation Minister Tama Potaka...
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Auckland overnight motorway closures 21 to 28 February 2025
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi advises of the following closures for motorway improvements. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available...
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Speech to Committee for Auckland
Source: New Zealand Government Good afternoon. Can I acknowledge Ngāti Whātua for their warm welcome, Simpson Grierson for hosting us here today, and of course the Committee for Auckland for...
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Agriculture export growth narrows goods trade deficit – Stats NZ media and information release: Overseas merchandise trade: January 2025
Source: Statistics New Zealand Agriculture export growth narrows goods trade deficit – 21 February 2025 – The trade balance for the January 2025 month was a deficit of $486 million,...
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Storm recovery planning underway in Āwhitu
Source: Auckland Council The Pollok Community Hall and Emergency Hub is working with the Tāmaki Makaurau Recovery Office, helping drive recovery planning in the Āwhitu community. This is part of...
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Dairy Sector – Fonterra provides FY25 earnings and milk collections update
Source: Fonterra Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd today provided an update on its forecast earnings for FY25, which it anticipates will be in the upper half of the previously announced forecast...
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Federated Farmers Statement: Members’ Bill puts woke banks on notice
Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers say Andy Foster’s Members’ Bill, drawn from the ballot earlier this afternoon, will stop lenders from unfairly de-banking legitimate businesses and industries. “Banks have been under...
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Appointments – New CEO for Grasslanz Technology Limited
Source: Grasslanz Technology Grasslanz Technology Limited is pleased to announce the appointment of Megan Skiffington as its new Chief Executive Officer, starting on 3 March 2025. Megan’s appointment follows Dr...
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ACT MP congratulates Labour MP for pro-freedom bill
Source: ACT Party Responding to the draw of the Financial Markets (Conduct of Institutions) Amendment (Duty to Provide) Amendment Bill: “Finally, the House of Representatives will have a chance to...
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Tenchijin – Japan’s Leading Satellite Tech Company to Develop its own Satellite and Launch in 2027
Source: Media Outreach “Thermo Earth of Love Project” to Enhance Surface Temperature Observation and Advance its Solutions Further TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 February 2025 – On...
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Right to Repair Bill passes significant step
Source: Green Party Green Party Co-Leader Marama Davidson’s Consumer Guarantees Right to Repair Amendment Bill has passed its first reading in Parliament this evening. “This is a significant step towards...