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Push to eliminate hornets intensifies

· November 30, 2025

Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Biosecurity New Zealand has escalated its response to eradicate yellow-legged hornets (Vespa velutina) following continued detections on Auckland’s North Shore. To date, 27 queen...

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Funding boost for stem cell cancer treatment

· November 29, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand Health Minister Simeon Brown. RNZ / Mark Papalii Leukaemia and Blood Cancer New Zealand welcomes the government’s expansion of stem cell transplant services. Health Minister Simeon...

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Four hurt in Southwestern Motorway crash

· November 29, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand The scene of a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 20, near the Waterview Tunnel in Auckland. RNZ Four people were injured in a crash on Auckland’s...

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OSPRI brings drones into the fight against bovine TB

· November 29, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard says the Government is using the latest drone and thermal imaging technology to boost the fight against bovine tuberculosis (TB). Disease eradication...

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Appointments to the Health Workforce Committee

· November 28, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has today announced appointments to the Health Workforce Committee, which provides advice to ensure New Zealand has a health workforce that can meet...

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Appointments to the Public Health Advisory Committee

· November 28, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has today announced appointments to the Public Health Advisory Committee, which provides independent advice on public health issues and the promotion of...

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Information sought on shooting – Sapphire Place, Hamilton

· November 28, 2025

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute the following to Detective Senior Sergeant Reece Durston: Waikato Police investigating a firearms incident overnight are seeking information from the public where a man...

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Health New Zealand to welcome 1800 graduate nurses

· November 28, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Health New Zealand’s announcement that around 1800 graduate registered nurses will begin hospital-based roles represents a significant boost for the health system, Health Minister Simeon Brown...

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Top Up exceeding expectations and reaching millions

· November 28, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The nationwide Top Up campaign, launched in August to encourage Kiwis to take everyday actions that boost mental wellbeing, has reached 3,283,076 people and achieved a...