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Going fishing? Top tips to help keep plastic out of our ocean
Source: Maritime New Zealand As we look forward to the Matariki long weekend, we’d like to share a reminder about how you can prevent plastic pollution while out fishing. Did...
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Tourism Policy Statement sets sector direction
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is setting a clear pathway to grow tourism so that New Zealand businesses, workers and communities see benefits, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston...
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From Airports to Schools: FAAC Automation Solutions Expand Across New Zealand
Source: Press Release Service Headline: From Airports to Schools: FAAC Automation Solutions Expand Across New Zealand FAAC Technologies has announced the expansion of its smart access and automation solutions across...
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Dirt bike seized following dangerous riding complaints
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Acting Sergeant Prevention Mike Pouwels: Hamilton Police have impounded another dirt bike as part of an ongoing enforcement operation to target illegal and dangerous...
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NZ Economy: No Strait answers says BusinessNZ
Source: BusinessNZ The latest BusinessNZ Planning Forecast shows New Zealand’s economic outlook remains cautiously optimistic, but inflation, interest rates and business confidence remain closely linked to ongoing geopolitical tensions and rising...
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Local News – Porirua confirms zero rates increase
Source: Porirua City Council Porirua City Council has adopted its Annual Plan for the coming year, confirming a zero per cent increase for non-water rates. The plan outlines council services and...
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Education – Zero fee offerings pique mid-year interest at Ara
Source: Ara Institute of Canterbury A new zero fees initiative at Ara Institute of Canterbury is being welcomed by learners and industry leaders who say it could be a game changer...
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Save the Children – “This is where we will live, dream and build our future”: Children in Ukraine call on global leaders to put them at the centre of Ukraine’s recovery
Source: Save the Children Children are calling on world leaders to ensure they are at the centre of Ukraine’s reconstruction as governments and donors meet in Poland this week to mobilise...
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Green Party will protect public conservation land for future generations
Source: Green Party The Green Party is announcing in government it will overhaul the laws protecting Aotearoa’s conservation land and wildlife, scrapping the Government’s current reform and starting again with...
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FIRED UP STILETTOS CELEBRATES AS COLLECTIVE BARGAINING FOR CONTRACTORS BECOMES MORE LIKELY
Source: Fired Up Stilettos (FUS) The Economic Development, Science, and Innovation subcommittee has released its report on the Commerce Act (Promoting Competition and Other Matters) Amendment Bill. As it goes...
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RSA – Restored WWI nurse’s headstone reveals a story lost for decades
Source: New Zealand Remembrance Army, Horowhenua College, Levin RSA More than 60 years after key parts of her wartime story were lost from view, one of New Zealand’s pioneering military...
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Legal Appointments – Seasoned technology leader to drive digital and AI strategy at MinterEllisonRuddWatts
Source: MinterEllisonRuddWatts MinterEllisonRuddWatts has appointed Mike Grenfell as its new Chief Information Officer, effective August 2026, further strengthening the firm’s capability in technology, digital transformation and AI. Mike Grenfell is a...
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Transport – Diesel prices fall but still scope to fall further
Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Road freight association Transporting New Zealand is welcoming the price of diesel falling under $2 a litre at some truck stops, the lowest price...
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Property Market – First home buyers take larger share of subdued NZ housing market – Cotality
Source: Cotality First-home buyers have become an increasingly dominant force in New Zealand’s housing market, boosting purchase volumes and their market share as overall sales activity remains subdued amid economic...
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Have you seen Emily?
Source: New Zealand Police Police are urgently seeking information on the whereabouts of Emily. The 13-year-old girl from Opaheke was reported missing on the afternoon of 24 June. Police believe...
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New East Wing opens at Taranaki Base Hospital
Source: New Zealand Government Taranaki patients will benefit from significantly improved hospital care with the official opening of Taranaki Base Hospital’s New East Wing, Health Minister Simeon Brown and Associate...
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Man charged over alleged indecent assaults
Source: New Zealand Police A west Auckland man has been charged in an investigation into alleged offending at a therapy clinic. Waitematā Police have been investigating alleged offending and made...
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High hazards newsletter – June 2026
Source: Worksafe New Zealand 25 June 2026 In this issue of the WorkSafe High Hazards newsletter we cover: New technical bulletin: When to notify WorkSafe about safety-critical element failures or...
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DOC calls for sightings of entangled whale
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 25 June 2026 DOC received a report of a southern right whale/tohorā entangled with a large pink buoy about five nautical miles off Pukekura/Taiaroa Head...
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Redress System for Abuse in Care Bill passes third reading
Source: New Zealand Government Legislation to protect the integrity of the State redress system passed its third reading today, Lead Coordination Minister for the Government’s Response to the Royal Commission’s...
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PM Edition: Top 10 Business Articles on LiveNews.co.nz for June 25, 2026 – Full Text
PM Edition: Here are the top 10 business articles on LiveNews.co.nz for June 25, 2026 - Full Text
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AM Edition: Top 10 Politics Articles on LiveNews.co.nz for June 25, 2026 – Full Text
AM Edition: Here are the top 10 politics articles on LiveNews.co.nz for June 25, 2026 - Full Text
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$215 million boost from new travel option
Source: New Zealand Government Travellers arriving on a new, simpler travel option for eligible Chinese and Pacific visitors have already brought $215 million into New Zealand’s economy in only six...
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Primary Industries New Zealand Summit
Source: New Zealand Government It is a genuine pleasure to join you at this important Agriculture Conference — a key gathering for our primary sector as we look ahead to...
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Universities – Music in surgery: harmony or discord? – UoA
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) Surgeons’ music choices can shape how teams feel and work, new research from the University of Auckland shows. The study, published in Scientific Reports, reveals...
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World Vision – COMMUNITY SPONSORSHIP FOR REFUGEES SHOULD NOT BE AT THE EXPENSE OF THE REFUGEE QUOTA
Source: World Vision World Vision New Zealand welcomes today’s announcement to make the Community Organisation Refugee Sponsorship programme permanent. The Associate Minister for Immigration, Hon. Casey Costello, today announced that the...
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Culture and Heritage – Long-awaited National Erebus Memorial begins construction
Source: Ministry for Culture and Heritage Construction has started on the National Erebus Memorial, marking a significant step forward in honouring the 257 people who lost their lives in the Mt...