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Removing barriers to aquaculture growth
Source: New Zealand Government Another piece of red tape potentially curtailing the growth of the aquaculture industry has been cut with the passing of a bill that protects marine farmers...
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Further arrests made in relation to murder of Zain Taikato Fox
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Inspector Craig Rawlinson: A further four people have been charged in relation to the murder of a Rotorua man earlier this year. Zain...
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International visitor numbers and spend on the rise
Source: New Zealand Government Fresh data released today shows international visitor arrivals and spending are continuing to climb, giving a boost to our tourism sector and economy, Tourism and Hospitality...
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Agenda for September 2025 Cancer Treatments Advisory Committee (CTAC) meeting
Source: PHARMAC Information on what the Cancer Treatments Advisory Committee (CTAC) will be considering at its half-day meeting in September 2025. Matters arising Atezolizumab for the treatment of lung...
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Agenda for October 2025 Cancer Treatments Advisory Committee (CTAC) meeting
Source: PHARMAC Information on what the Cancer Treatments Advisory Committee (CTAC) will be considering at its half-day meeting in October 2025. Applications CTAC will discuss three applications for different treatments...
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First Crisis Recovery Café Opens in Whanganui
Source: New Zealand Government Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey today opened Whanganui’s new Crisis Recovery Café at Aunty’s Café, the first of six cafés being rolled out by the Government...
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First-of-its-kind FVSV workforce survey released
Source: New Zealand Government A first-of-its-kind survey of workers in the family violence and sexual violence sector shows improvements in training and collaboration, which will lead to better victim-centred services. ...
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Maunga the motivation as conservation veteran heads to retirement
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 02 September 2025 Dave was born, raised, and schooled in Stratford, beneath Taranaki Maunga. He affiliates to Ngāti Mutunga, Te Atiawa, Taranaki Tūturu, Ngāti Ruanui...
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Police meat up with shoplifters, take them to court
Source: New Zealand Police Three people have been arrested after being caught red-handed with a car full of meat shoplifted from Wellington supermarkets over the weekend. On Sunday, Police were...
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Government to streamline regulations for events
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee outlined proposed changes to special licensing rules for the events sector, speaking at the New Zealand Events Association’s annual conference today....
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New research reveals our passion and blind spots when it comes to nature
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 02 September 2025 The research was commissioned to inform DOC’s Always Be Naturing campaign which launched yesterday. Undertaken by market research agency TRA, it looks...
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Local News – Porirua’s ChoctoberFest gets tastebuds tingling
Source: Porirua City Council Porirua City’s ChoctoberFest is back and this year there’s less time to wait, with 32 local businesses set to serve up delicious treats – all featuring Whittaker’s...
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Violent offending and drug supply targeted in Northland operation
Source: New Zealand Police An operation spanning the past fortnight has seen Northland Police targeting drug supply and violent offending involving gang members. Sixteen search warrants have been executed in...
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Two cars impounded, two men charged after anti-social road user incidents
Source: New Zealand Police Two Kinleith men have had their cars impounded and are facing criminal charges after two recent incidents involving sustained loss of traction. The first incident occurred...
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Times Higher Education Campus Live event
Source: New Zealand Government Ngā mihi te rangi, ngā mihi te whenua, ngā mihi ki a koutou, kia ora mai tatou. Thank you for the warm welcome, and thank you...
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NZ Initiative’s simplistic approach would weaken public services – PSA
Source: PSA The Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi has criticised a new report calling for a sweeping reduction in the number of government agencies, saying it takes a...
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Business closures now a daily news story – renewed calls for urgent local support
Source: Buy NZ Made Business closures are fast becoming a daily news story in New Zealand, with new data showing a sharp 26% rise in company liquidations across key industries. Buy...
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Events – New Zealand Investors Strengthen Climate Commitments, But Action Still Lags Behind Opportunity
Source: Mindful Money Aotearoa New Zealand’s institutional investors are making significant strides in climate governance and emissions reporting, but remain cautious in translating climate ambition into investment action, according to...
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Afghanistan: Urgent humanitarian aid needed for earthquake survivors – Amnesty International
Source: Amnesty International Responding to the devastating earthquake that struck eastern provinces of Afghanistan, Babu Ram Pant, Amnesty International’s Deputy Regional Director for South Asia, said: “Amnesty International expresses its...
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Business Acquisitions – Fusion5 acquires APAC Shopify partner
Source: FUSION5 1 September, 2025, Auckland, New Zealand. Australasian systems integrator Fusion5 has announced the acquisition of Pocket Square, a New Zealand Shopify Premier Partner. Formed in 2014, Pocket Square is...
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NZNO union strike to disrupt more than 13,000 surgeries and appointments
Source: New Zealand Government Thousands of New Zealanders who are already waiting too long for care will now wait even longer because the New Zealand Nurses Organisation (NZNO) union has...
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Wharerata Road, Matawhero closed following crash
Source: New Zealand Police Wharerata Road, Matawhero is currently closed at the intersection with Riverpoint Road following a crash. Emergency services were called to the two-vehicle crash just after 7:50am....
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Investment support for Southland space sector
Source: New Zealand Government Southland’s role in the space sector has been given a turbo-boost from the Regional Infrastructure Fund, Associate Regional Development Minister Mark Patterson has announced. “Southland’s Space...
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Universities to focus on skills, innovation, growth
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is making changes to New Zealand’s universities to give students the best possible opportunities – making sure they’re developing the skilled workforce New Zealand...
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Legislation – Foreign buyers’ policy change welcomed by realtors – Sotheby’s
Source: New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty A New Zealand real estate leader is applauding the Government’s decision to amend the ban on foreign property buyers. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon today...
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Fatal crash, Paremata
Source: New Zealand Police One person has died following a crash in Paremata today. Emergency services were called to the single-vehicle crash at the intersection of Paremata Road and State...
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Oil spill, Taihape Road, Sherenden
Source: New Zealand Police Motorists on Taihape Road near Hastings should take extra care following an oil spill this afternoon. Police were alerted to the spill about 2pm. Grit has...