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Art making out west
Source: Auckland Council We seek applications now, from experienced and adventurous artists for our 2025 park based artist’s residency. The selected artist will live by the sea, in Barr Cottage,...
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Ministers welcome Kāinga Ora’s revised approach to wool carpets
Source: New Zealand Government Housing Minister Chris Bishop and Associate Agriculture Minister Mark Patterson have welcomed Kāinga Ora’s decision to re-open its tender for carpets to allow wool carpet suppliers...
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More extreme weather predicted for subants
Source: Department of Conservation Date: 30 January 2025 “Up until now, we’ve lacked information on the climate change impact on subantarctic islands,” Drew Bingham, DOC Principal Science Advisor says. “We knew...
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Cops catch up with speeding drivers
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police in Avondale caught up with two speeding vehicles within minutes of each other during the early hours of this morning. Just after 2am,...
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Weather News – A mix of weather for Aotearoa but eyes are on the tropics – MetService
Source: MetService Covering period of Thu 30 Jan – Mon 3 Feb – Parts of New Zealand are in for a smattering of rain this weekend, this isn’t to be expected...
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Hawke’s Bay patients to benefit from new and improved radiology and cancer treatment services
Source: New Zealand Government Enabling works have begun this week on an expanded radiology unit at Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital which will double CT scanning capacity in Hawke’s...
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Insurance Sector – ICNZ welcomes Govt’s Climate Adaptation response
Source: Insurance Council of NZ The Insurance Council of New Zealand Te Kāhui Inihua o Aotearoa (ICNZ) has welcomed the Government’s commitment to introduce legislation to Parliament this year on a...
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Universities – Remarkable climate solutions nominated for this year’s Earthshot Prize – Vic
Source: Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington An ocean remediation project, a predator-free blueprint, cleaner greenhouses, and a clean technology pioneer are the nominees put forward this year by Te...
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Real Estate – $3.61M price gap between Auckland suburbs | NZ property extremes revealed – RealEstate.co.nz
Source: RealEstate.co.nz New data shows vast variations in property prices within main centres 30 January 2025 – New data from realestate.co.nz highlights striking million-dollar price gaps between the highest and...
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TCMA joins Saraburi Province to mark one year anniversary of progress “SARABURI SANDBOX” Thailand’s first low-carbon city
Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 January 2025 – Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) and cement manufacturers with fully support to Saraburi Province, government agencies,...
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Social Issues – IHC urges collective fix to address root causes of child poverty
Source: IHC IHC is urging policymakers, educators and the community to come together to address the root causes of poverty and ensure that no child is left behind, including children...
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Raising speed limits on undivided highways invites trouble
Source: Green Party The Government’s move to increase speed limits substantially on dozens of stretches of rural and often undivided highways will result in more serious harm. “The Government’s pro-growth...
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Saving threatened seabird from rising sea levels
Source: Department of Conservation Date: 29 January 2025 Johannes Fischer, Department of Conservation Senior Science Advisor, says climate change impacts have the potential to wipe out the Whenua Hou diving petrel...
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Kennards Hire Expands Sound Sensitivity Initiative to Forsyth Barr Stadium
Source: Kennards Hire Forsyth Barr Stadium is taking a strong step towards making events more sensory-inclusive and enjoyable for everyone attending, by proudly unveiling the Kennards Hire Sound Sensitivity Station –...
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Flaming start to the new year for waste trucks
Source: Auckland Council 2025 is off to a fiery start for Auckland’s waste trucks with five rubbish and recycling truck fires in the first two weeks of January. An...
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Slither into Savings with iShopChangi’s Lunar New Year Bonanza in Singapore
Source: Media Outreach Kick off the Year of the Snake early with iShopChangi as it rolls out a dazzling array of deals on Lunar New Year essentials. Avoid the festive...
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PM emphasises importance of growth in 2025
Source: New Zealand Government For the Government, 2025 will bring a relentless focus on unleashing the growth we need to lift incomes, strengthen local businesses and create opportunity.Prime Minister Christopher...
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Housing Sector – Affordable housing project for Wānaka seniors receives $100k grant
Source: Queenstown Lakes Housing Community Trust (QLCHT) A Wānaka housing project that will provide affordable rentals to seniors has received a $100,000 grant from a local trust that assists people...
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Awards and Recognition – Site Safe Announces 2025 Health and Safety Award Finalists
Source: Site Safe Site Safe today announced the finalists for its 2025 Health and Safety Awards, celebrating excellence in workplace safety across Aotearoa New Zealand. The finalists, representing a diverse range...
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The State of the Nation
Source: ACT Party The Haps Public hearings for the Treaty Principles Bill have begun. David Seymour kicked off proceedings, throwing down the gauntlet on equal rights and fielding questions from...
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Events – Firefighters Compete at UFBA South Island Waterway Challenge
Source: United Fire Brigades’ Association Each year, over 20,000 fires threaten precious homes, businesses, our natural environment and lives across New Zealand. We have seen several large vegetation fires this summer...
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“Something is very wrong in our society and economy” – NZCTU Workforce Survey shows people fear for future
Source: Council of Trade Unions – CTU Insecurity in work, housing, and health among working people has emerged as the key finding from the New Zealand Council of Trade Unions...
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Release: Nicola Willis prioritises visitors over everyday Kiwis
Source: New Zealand Labour Party In her first announcement as Economic Growth Minister, Nicola Willis chose to loosen restrictions for digital nomads from other countries, rather than focus on everyday...
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Curtain lifted on illegal cannabis operation
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Sergeant Adam Elder, Alexandra Police: A man is before the courts after the curtain was lifted on his cannabis growing operation in...
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Keep your family safe when posting back-to-school photos
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) As thousands of children prepare to head back to school, Police are urging parents to be diligent with their privacy settings before posting photos...
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Housing Minister opens new Epuni development
Source: New Zealand Government The opening of Kāinga Ora’s development of 134 homes in Epuni, Lower Hutt will provide much-needed social housing for Hutt families, Housing Minister Chris Bishop says.“I’ve...
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Hihi thrive in new regional park home
Source: Auckland Council A conservation effort led by Auckland Council rangers to assist one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most treasured native birds is delivering groundbreaking results. At least 55 rare...