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Drugs seized following traffic stop, Dunedin
Source: New Zealand Police Police have charged a man after locating a large amount of drugs and cash during a traffic stop in North Dunedin last night. Around 10.30pm, Police...
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Governance – Institute of Directors recognises Māori Governance Summit as registrations near sell-out
Source: Tapuwae Roa Tapuwae Roa’s biennial Amorangi Summit 2026 has been officially recognised by the Institute of Directors New Zealand for 5 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD), marking a significant...
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Yemen: More children killed by landmines and other UXOs in first half of this year than all of 2025
Source: Save the Children More children in Yemen have been killed by landmines and other unexploded ordnances (UXOs) in the first six months of this year than all of 2025, according...
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Employment Disputes – ACC doctors to strike next week
Source: Association of Salaried Medical Specialists Senior doctors working at ACC will strike next week after their employer refused to offer personal grievance rights, protections for speaking up, and basic pay...
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Security and Tech – Gen Half-Year Threat Report: Attackers are Moving Closer to Systems People Trust
Source: Botica Butler Raudon Partners New research finds cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting the trusted digital experiences Kiwis depend on, rather than relying on obvious malware or technical exploits. Auckland, July...
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Leading New Zealand and Australian experts to judge ACA Excellence in Care Awards 2026
Source: Aged Care Association The search has begun for New Zealand’s most outstanding aged residential care professionals, with the Aged Care Association (ACA) today announcing an exceptional judging panel for the...
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Tech and Energy – WEL Networks Uses Smart Meter Data to Strengthen Fault Response
Source: WEL Networks WEL Networks has gone live with a new automated fault detection and response capability that uses real-time smart meter data, data science, engineering analysis and integrated technology platforms...
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Northland News – NRC members support single authority
Source: Northland Regional Council Northland Regional Council members have (subs: Thurs 16 July) backed development of a Northland local government reform proposal that would see a single unitary body being developed...
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Myanmar: Reported sea tragedy highlights desperate choices facing Rohingya – Amnesty International
Source: Amnesty International Responding to reports that more than 500 people are feared dead after two boats carrying mostly Rohingya refugees capsized off the coast of Myanmar, Amnesty International’s Myanmar...
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Patience pays off for Police
Source: New Zealand Police The analogy of the tortoise and the hare has paid off for Police who patiently waited for a speeding vehicle spotted travelling through Whangārei overnight. Officers...
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Arrests following serious assault, Christchurch
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Detective Sergeant Luke Vaughan: Two people have been arrested and charged after a man was seriously injured in Waltham, Christchurch, yesterday. Police found the...
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New Zealand and Switzerland agree trade discussions
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand and Switzerland have today agreed to establish a Trade and Investment Dialogue to explore an agreement on trade, economic security, e-commerce, investment and sustainability,...
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PM Edition: Top 10 Business Articles on LiveNews.co.nz for July 17, 2026 – Full Text
PM Edition: Here are the top 10 business articles on LiveNews.co.nz for July 17, 2026 - Full Text
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AM Edition: Top 10 Politics Articles on LiveNews.co.nz for July 17, 2026 – Full Text
AM Edition: Here are the top 10 politics articles on LiveNews.co.nz for July 17, 2026 - Full Text
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Lifestyle – Your Body Isn’t A Trend: Latest Social Media Crazes Make Women Fear Exercise
Source: Exercise NZ “One of the best transitions both the exercise industry and the public have made together over the last two decades has been moving from ‘exercise for looks’...
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Roadside drug testing operating nationwide
Source: New Zealand Police Since becoming operational across New Zealand from July 1, every driver can expect to be tested at the roadside anytime and anywhere for recent use of...
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DOC on alert after H5 bird flu detection
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 16 July 2026 DOC is working with the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI), the Ministry of Health and Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora...
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Multi-agency search and rescue effort locates two fishermen after being reported overdue
Source: Maritime New Zealand A recreational boat and its two crew have been found safe and well after being reported overdue yesterday evening. The vessel departed Tutukaka on the morning...
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CRHL board Chair reappointed
Source: New Zealand Government John Rae has been reappointed as Chair of the Crown Regional Holdings Limited Board for a further three-year term, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones says. “John...
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Mental health response for Canterbury 111 calls
Source: New Zealand Government People in Canterbury experiencing mental distress have received support from a new mental health co-response team since it began operating, with early results showing the service...
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Local News – Further engagement sought on Porirua memorial project
Source: Porirua City Council Porirua’s unmarked graves memorial project is ready to move up another gear. In May, the Government confirmed funding to seven local authorities in New Zealand “to memorialise...
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Two charged following alleged scam targeting vulnerable victim
Source: New Zealand Police Two men have been arrested and charged after allegedly defrauding a vulnerable person out of a significant amount of money in the Bay of Plenty. Detective...
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Latest figures continue year-on-year increase in jobseekers finding work
Source: New Zealand Government New figures reveal further year-on-year improvements in the number of New Zealanders moving off benefit and into work. Minister of Social Development and Employment Louise Upston...
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New Zealand renews partnership with Fiji
Source: New Zealand Government The Foreign Ministers of Fiji and New Zealand have signed a refreshed Duavata Partnership, outlining the relationship’s priorities for the next five years. “The signing of...
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Kiwis asked to help shape digital driver licences
Source: New Zealand Government Kiwis are one step closer to being able to carry digital drivers’ licences on their phones with public consultation on its design now underway, Associate Transport...
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University Research – Housing reform could improve access to good schools – UoA
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) Researchers at the University of Auckland are investigating whether zoning reform can advance educational equity, using Auckland as a case study. New research from Waipapa...
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Cocaine Tightens Grip on NZ Workplaces, positive tests up nearly 70%
Source: Botica Butler Raudon Partners for The Drug Detection Agency Imperans Q2 Report, State of Workplace Drug Use from TDDA AUCKLAND, New Zealand, 16 July 2026 – Cocaine use is...