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Taranaki event-goers reminded to plan ahead
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency You could be forgiven for thinking you’re in America when driving the roads of Taranaki this week. Americarna – the celebration of classic American cars,...
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No one wants to be stuck between a rock and a hard place – Rock scaling works planned for State Highway 65, Higgins Bluff
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Improving the resilience of state highways in the South Island continues, with State Highway 65 at Higgins Bluff near Murchison set for improvements. Contractors will...
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Crucial Penlink detour road repaired and strengthened
Source: Auckland Council Repairs to a major storm-related slip on Duck Creek Road, a crucial access road during the construction of O Mahurangi – Penlink, the new seven-kilometre highway between...
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Northland Regional Council news briefs 17/02/25
Source: Northland Regional Council Coastal Conversations Coastal Conversations events will be held around Whangārei district during Seaweek for coastal communities to discuss coastal issues, ask questions, connect with others, and hear...
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Events – Marlborough Sounds Marinas Set for Auckland Boat Show 2025
Source: Port Marlborough The team from Marlborough Sounds Marinas will be showcasing the best of New Zealand’s world-class boating facilities at the Auckland Boat Show, 6-9 March 2025. Marlborough Sounds Marinas...
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Education – Minister’s view not the experience of schools, say principals
Source: NZ Principals Federation The New Zealand Principals’ Federation (NZPF) President, Leanne Otene, has expressed her surprise at the recent pronouncements of the Minister of Education, on the Q and A...
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YSH Farm Unveils New Brand: Original Tiong Bahru
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 February 2025 – YSH Farm, a third-generation Singaporean farm renowned for its premium-quality ducks since 1976, proudly announces the launch...
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Apple Storage Celebrates 20th Anniversary Five New Branches Opened in the First Quarter Offering Rent-Free Periods to All Customers
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 February 2025 – To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Apple Storage, Apple Storage Group (the group) is not...
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New Waikato Regional Renal Centre officially opens
Source: Waikato District Health Board Kuini Nga wai hono i te po cuts the ribbon supported by Hon Tama Ponaki Te Pureoranga – Waikato Regional Renal Centre was officially opened...
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It’s raining, its pouring. Top of the South drivers, heed the weather warnings.
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency 17 February 2025 12:27 pm | NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi Drivers in the top of the South Island are urged to keep a close...
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New programme to grow manufacturing workforce
Source: New Zealand Government A new pilot programme connecting high school students with New Zealand manufacturers has launched, Small Business and Manufacturing Minister Chris Penk has announced. “Manufacturing is a...
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Serious crash: SH 39, Otorohanga, Waikato
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police can advise a serious crash has closed both lanes on SH39, Ormsby Road near Puketotara. A crash has occurred between a truck and...
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Milestone reached for Takitimu North Link Stage 1 Road of National Significance
Source: New Zealand Government Construction of Takitimu North Link Stage 1, a new four lane expressway connecting Tauranga and Te Puna, has passed the halfway point, which is great news...
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All roads lead to the new Piarere roundabout
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Road users can look forward to a more complete roundabout experience in Piarere, with the final permanent approach road towards Hamilton set to open. NZ...
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Visitor arrivals up in 2024 – Stats NZ media and information release: International travel: December 2024
Source: Statistics New Zealand Visitor arrivals up in 2024 – 17 February 2025 – Overseas visitor arrivals to New Zealand totalled 3.3 million in the December 2024 year. This was...
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Net migration falls in 2024 – Stats NZ media and information release: International migration: December 2024
Source: Statistics New Zealand Net migration falls in 2024 – 17 February 2025 – New Zealand had a net migration gain of 27,100 in 2024. This was down from a...
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Weather News – A Muggy and Wet Week – humidity is back! – MetService
Source: MetService Covering period of Monday 17th -Thursday 20th February – ‘Warm and moist’ is the name of the game this week with a swath of tropical air over Aotearoa New...
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Police pleased to report no significant issues at Taumarunui gang event
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Attributable to Senior Sergeant Grant Alabaster, Ruapehu Response Manager: Police are pleased to report no significant issues following a gang gathering in the Taumarunui...
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These are our people: celebrating the rainbow
Source: Auckland Council Celebrating the diversity of Tāmaki Makaurau comes in many forms and this month Pride shines a spotlight on our Rainbow communities. Auckland Council Chief Executive Phil Wilson...
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SH2 summer renewals progressing in Central Hawke’s Bay
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is advising road users travelling on State Highway 2 (SH2) between Waipawa and Takapau in Central Hawke’s Bay to...
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Update on the Epitaph Rift and Slip, South Westland – delays extend Monday to Friday from next week
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency The work to remove unstable rock material from South Westland’s Epitaph Rift is going well, says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA). Abseiling crews have...
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Tech – Gen Q4 Threat Report: 321 Threats Blocked Per Second as Social Media Becomes a Playground for Scammers
Source: Botica Butler Raudon for Gen Social media, AI and human trust led to a record-breaking year of advanced scams and personal data loss AUCKLAND, 17 February 2024 – Gen™...
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Universities – Pacific Islands: Zone of peace or ocean of discontent? – Vic
Source: Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington A conference focused on Pacific politics is being hosted this week at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington. Entitled “Zone of peace or...
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Serious Crash, Sh 30, Roititi Forest
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are responding to a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 30, Rotoiti Forest, Rotorua District. Emergency services were alerted around 9:20am. It appears one...
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Release: University cuts on the cards under National
Source: New Zealand Labour Party The Government’s sudden cancellation of the tertiary education funding increase is a reckless move that risks widespread job losses and service reductions across New Zealand’s...
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Missing teenager located, Mount Wellington
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Location: Counties Manukau The 16-year-old previously reported missing from the Mount Wellington area has been located safe and well. Police would like to thank...
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Serious Crash, Anzac Drive, Hamilton East
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are responding to a crash on Anzac Parade, near Memorial Drive, Hamilton East. Emergency services were alerted to the crash around 8:15am. One...