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Christchurch Industrial Development Fast-tracked

· May 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government A regionally significant industrial land development in Christchurch has been granted Fast-track approval, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop and Regional Development Minister Shane Jones announced today.  This...

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Lead-free plumbing rules protect drinking water

· May 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government New rules restricting lead plumbing products will ensure new homes and buildings are fitted with modern plumbing products that protect the quality of our drinking water, Minister...

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Peaks and pits of a six-week Maukahuka trip 

· May 1, 2026

Source: NZ Department of Conservation By Tōrea Scott-Fyfe It started right at the beginning of the trip. Eight DOC workers and three Ngāi Tahu contractors squeezed around a small Airbnb...

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Parihaka infrastructure upgrades completed

· May 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Major infrastructure upgrades at Parihaka in Taranaki are complete, strengthening the nationally significant site and supporting its future protection and use, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones...

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Musters a win for nature and Kaimanawa horses

· May 1, 2026

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  01 May 2026 The Kaimanawa Wild Horse Advisory Group supports the management of the herd to protect the fragile ecosystems unique to the area and...

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ANZ launches new cashback programme

· May 1, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Through ANZ Loop, ANZ customers will earn cash back automatically on eligible purchases. AFP ANZ is offering a new type of rewards programme for customers, but...

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Why American doctors are flocking to Timaru

· May 1, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand When the small South Island town of Timaru and its cluster of US doctors hit the front page of the Wall Street Journal last week, it...

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Property prices rise – but for how long?

· May 1, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand 123rf Property values lifted slightly in April, says data firm Cotality, but any strength in the market will likely be challenged in the coming months. According...

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Early morning house fire in Christchurch

· May 1, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand About eight firefighters put out the blaze. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Firefighters were called to a house on fire in Christchurch on Friday morning. Fire and...

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Worst March month for liquidations in 11 years

· May 1, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Construction remained the leading industry for company liquidations. RNZ / Nate McKinnon More companies went into liquidation in March 2026 than in any other March since...