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Remote and isolated work
Source: Worksafe New Zealand 27 August 2026 This safety alert covers the importance of being safe and staying connected when working remotely or isolated from others. What happened? A possum...
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Police acknowledge IPCA findings in non-fatal Whanganui shooting
Source: New Zealand Police Police acknowledge the findings of the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) that found officers’ use of force was justified when taking a man into custody in...
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SH25 Ramarama Stream Bridge to be replaced
Source: New Zealand Government Transport Minister Chris Bishop announced today that construction will begin next month on a new two-lane bridge on State Highway 25 (SH25), just north of Whiritoa,...
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Inclusion is preparedness: resources for partnering with disabled people and tangata whenua in emergency management
Source: Te Kāhui Tika Tangata Human Rights Commission Pānui Special Edition27 Here-turi-kōkā August 2026 Te Kāhui Tika Tangata Human Rights Commission has launched a new set of resources to support...
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University Research – Children at the heart of prison sentencing study – UoA
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) Thursday, August 27, 2026 Researchers are investigating how children are affected when a parent or caregiver is imprisoned, and how their rights and needs can...
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U.S. rescuers assist Colombia after earthquake
Source: U.S. Department of State By ShareAmerica August 25, 2026 On the heels of saving lives in the June Venezuelan earthquakes, U.S. first responders jumped into action after the August...
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Greenpeace pledges to prevent construction of Aussie-owned coal-powered fertiliser factory
Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace Aotearoa has pledged to oppose a proposed coal-powered fertiliser factory from being built in Southland. Australian-owned company Victorian Hydrogen (operating as Pan-Pacific Fertilisers) intends to strip-mine Southland...
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Unicorn Startups: AI and Robotics Post Record-Breaking Valuations in 2026
Source: BestBrokers August 26, 2026 The term ‘unicorn’ was introduced in 2013 by venture capitalist Aileen Lee to describe privately held startups valued at over $1 billion, companies so uncommon...
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Fatal crash: Oruru Road, Peria
Source: New Zealand Police Two people have died after a serious two-vehicle crash in Peria last night. Emergency services were called to Oruru Road near Jason Road about 8pm. Sadly,...
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Motorists reminded to drive to the conditions, Central Otago
Source: New Zealand Police Police are urging caution to motorists due to severe weather conditions across Central Otago this morning. Thankfully, there have been no serious crashes reported this morning...
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PM Edition: Top 10 Energy Articles on LiveNews.co.nz for August 27, 2026 – Full Text
PM Edition: Here are the top 10 energy articles on LiveNews.co.nz for August 27, 2026 - Full Text
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PM Edition: Top 10 Business Articles on LiveNews.co.nz for August 27, 2026 – Full Text
PM Edition: Here are the top 10 business articles on LiveNews.co.nz for August 27, 2026 - Full Text
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AM Edition: Top 10 Politics Articles on LiveNews.co.nz for August 27, 2026 – Full Text
AM Edition: Here are the top 10 politics articles on LiveNews.co.nz for August 27, 2026 - Full Text
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Police making enquiries into alleged serious assault following crash, Manukau
Source: New Zealand Police Police are making enquiries into a serious assault in Manukau this evening. About 5.10pm, Police were notified of an assault that occurred after a two-vehicle crash...
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Serious crash, Oruru Road, Peria
Source: New Zealand Police Police are in attendance at a serious two-vehicle crash in Peria this evening. Emergency services were called to Oruru Road near Jason Road about 8pm. Initial...
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Election 2026 – No New Taxes and a Cap on Rates – National
Source: New Zealand National Party We are putting a cap on council rates increases. For far too long households and businesses have been hit with steep, unexpected rates hikes, with...
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Te Pāti Māori tax policy welcome recognition of inequality challenge – Better Taxes
Source: Better Taxes for a Better Future Campaign 26 August 2026 As the two major parties run for cover, the Kiwi Tax Plan released today by Te Pāti Māori faces...
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AM Edition: Top 10 Economic Articles on LiveNews.co.nz for August 26, 2026 – Full Text
AM Edition: Here are the top 10 economics articles on LiveNews.co.nz for August 26, 2026 - Full Text
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AM Edition: Top 10 Security Intel Articles on LiveNews.co.nz for August 26, 2026 – Full Text
AM Edition: Here are the top 10 security intelligence articles on LiveNews.co.nz for August 26, 2026 - Full Text
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Gender pay gap stays near record low
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand’s gender pay gap remains at a near-record low, thanks to the work of government and employers to identify and close them, Minister for Women...
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Universities – Good news honey – habitat changes no deterrent for some Fijian native bees – Flinders
Source: Flinders University 26 August 2026 While extreme weather and habitat changes can spell doom for many native animals, including insects, a different picture has emerged from a new study...
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Government drops the ball on waste minimisation – Zero Waste Aotearoa
Source: Zero Waste Aotearoa Long awaited updates to the Waste Minimisation and Litter Acts will not be introduced to the house this parliamentary term. The government advised stakeholders that no...
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NZCTU welcomes the discussion opened up by the release of Te Pāti Māori’s tax plan
Source: NZCTU “The NZCTU welcomes a discussion on New Zealand’s tax system following the release of Te Pāti Māori’s tax plan, as well as the plan released in June by...
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Unguarded farm machinery can change lives in seconds
Source: Worksafe New Zealand WorkSafe is reminding farmers to make sure all machinery guards are in place and regularly checked after a farm worker suffered life-changing injuries when he became...
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Over 260,000 young children eligible for funded flu vaccines from 2027
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister David Seymour welcomes Pharmac’s decision to strengthen New Zealand’s vaccine response, including by funding the flu vaccine for children aged 6 months up...
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Health Minister’s claim Winter Plan ‘managing well’ delusional – NZNO
Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation Health Minister Simeon Brown’s claim that hospitals are ‘managing well’ because of the Government’s Winter Plan is delusional, NZNO says. Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa...
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Flu vaccine funded for children under five for 2027 flu season
Source: PHARMAC More New Zealanders will have access to funded flu vaccines in time for the 2027 flu season, with access widened to include young children. Pharmac is changing brands...