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Border Security Bill introduced
Source: New Zealand Government A Bill to strengthen Customs’ ability to combat organised crime and the increasing threats to New Zealand’s borders was introduced to Parliament today. “Our border is...
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Chief Ombudsman seeks urgent clarity from Secretary of Education around allegations of circumventing the OIA
Source: Office of the Ombudsman The Chief Ombudsman John Allen has today asked to urgently meet the Secretary of Education to discuss concerns he has about reports of attempts to...
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Federated Farmers – What if we built water storage like Tasmania?
Source: Federated Farmers By Richard Dawkins, Federated Farmers water storage spokesperson New Zealand doesn’t have a shortage of water storage ideas – what we lack is a system for turning...
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Practical changes in new Dairy Code of Welfare strengthen reputation
Source: New Zealand Government An improved code of welfare for dairy cattle will enhance New Zealand’s strong reputation for animal welfare, while ensuring changes are practical for farmers, Acting Agriculture...
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Road blocked: Roscommon Road, Manurewa
Source: New Zealand Police Police are attending a two-vehicle crash that has blocked the northbound lanes of Roscommon Road, Manurewa. The crash was reported to Police at 1.45pm. Initial indications...
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Efficiency isn’t just about technology – it’s about how we use it
Source: Maritime New Zealand If you’ve made the switch to an electric vehicle (EV), you’ll know the way you drive affects how much energy it consumes. Smooth acceleration, maintaining a...
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Police seek information after unprovoked assault
Source: New Zealand Police Police are seeking information as part of an investigation into an unprovoked assault on a teenage boy in Henderson. Footage has been obtained of three people...
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Northland vegetation fire update
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand was alerted to a five-hectare scrub and grass vegetation fire on Far North Road in Te Kao at 9.48am...
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Police presence in and around Hastings for gang tangi
Source: New Zealand Police Police will have a visible presence around Hastings in coming days in relation to a gang tangi. While the exact timeline is yet to be confirmed,...
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Animal welfare system faces scrutiny following parliamentary committee’s recommendation
Source: SAFE For Animals Animal rights organisation SAFE has welcomed a recommendation from Parliament’s Petitions Committee that the Government investigate how oversight of New Zealand’s animal welfare system could be...
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Government invests in cleaning up contaminated Crown land
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is taking a practical step to address contaminated sites on Crown-owned land by supporting coordinated investigation and remediation work across New Zealand, Environment Minister...
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Charges laid following aggravated burglary, Kaikohe
Source: New Zealand Police Police have arrested and charged four people following an aggravated burglary in Kaikohe. The charges come after an elderly man and a dog sustained serious injuries...
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Your GP. The specialist who knows you – College of GPs launch national marketing campaign and election manifesto
Source: Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners Today The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (the College) is launching Your GP. The specialist who knows you; He hononga...
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The Right to a Roof: Alliance Party Unveils Housing Policy
Source: Alliance Party of Aotearoa New Zealand Wednesday 23rd of September The Alliance Party is proud to unveil an ambitious, modern housing policy designed to bring our national housing infrastructure...
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Alliance Party Plan to Eliminate Child Poverty
Source: Alliance Party of Aotearoa New Zealand Wednesday 23rd of September. The Alliance Party has further elaborated on its social security and welfare policies, with a focus on the elimination...
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Federated Farmers celebrates new planning system
Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers says new legislation to replace the Resource Management Act will cut red tape, unlock investment and help grow our export-led economy. The Planning Bill and...
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Alliance Party Announces Joshua Moss As Candidate For Palmerston North
Source: Alliance Party of Aotearoa New Zealand Wednesday 23 September 2026 The Alliance Party has announced Joshua Moss as its candidate for Palmerston North. At 21 years old, Mr Moss...
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Advocacy – If Palestine Is a Test of Independent Foreign Policy, New Zealand Must Act
Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand 23 September 2026 Aotearoa New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters has presented Palestinian statehood recognition as an example of New Zealand pursuing an independent,...
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Tech – Kiwis Confident about AI, but Habits Say Otherwise
Source: Avast New Avast research reveals an “AI confidence trap” Auckland, 23 September 2026 – New Zealanders are confident they can catch an AI fake, but our judgements don’t match...
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RMA reaction: Government demolishes cornerstone of environmental protection
Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace says the Coalition Government has committed one of its most destructive acts against nature this term, pushing through legislation replacing the Resource Management Act (RMA) last night,...
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Webinar: Politicians to present policies on lobbying
Source: Health Coalition Aotearoa The OECD gave New Zealand a zero rating for its lack of policies to manage the risks of lobbying. In an upcoming webinar, politicians from across...
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Three-day stays for mothers and babies now law
Source: New Zealand Government Mothers and babies will receive more support in the crucial days after birth, with legislation now passed that will, in future, allow every mother up to...
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When the Dairy Becomes the Takeaway Go-To in Town
Source: Press Release Service Headline: When the Dairy Becomes the Takeaway Go-To in Town Discover how hot food is transforming New Zealand dairies, bakeries and superettes, giving local stores a...
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Direction for white and orange hydrogen regulation
Source: New Zealand Government The Coalition Government has agreed to regulate white and orange hydrogen through the Natural Environment Act framework, providing a clearer pathway for industry to explore and...
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4WD group plants native trees to fix damage
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 23 September 2026 The Mid Canterbury club helped plant natives at Buicks Bridge, near the Ōtūwharekai/Ashburton Lakes, where there was significant damage on a hillside...
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Progressing shared redress between Moriori and Ngāti Mutunga o Wharekauri
Source: New Zealand Government Legislation which implements shared redress agreed between Moriori and Ngāti Mutunga o Wharekauri has passed its first reading in Parliament today, Treaty Negotiations Minister Paul Goldsmith...
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Fewer hoops to get innovative agchems to farmers and growers
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is making common-sense changes to get innovative agricultural products to farmers and growers faster, while maintaining New Zealand’s high standards, says Food Safety Minister...