Drone swoops in to aid Safeswim water sampling
Source: Auckland Council Reporting for work for the first time today, an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) or drone started collecting water samples at Auckland swim event beaches. Auckland Council’s Safeswim programme is again leading innovation, this time utilising a drone to sample swimming sites for water quality. The council collaborated with Pattle Delamore Partners (PDP), […]
Read More →PM breaks another commitment on early intervention
Source: National Party The Government has failed to deliver on the Prime Minister’s promise to ensure an additional 1750 children would receive early intervention support, National’s Early Childhood Education spokesperson Nicola Willis says. “In May 2018 the Prime Minister announced additional funding for the Early Intervention Service and made a specific commitment that this would […]
Read More →More people missing out on doctors visits due to cost
Source: National Party The number of adults who aren’t seeing their doctor because of the price has increased by 38,000, making a mockery of the Health Minister’s promise to improve access to affordable healthcare, National’s Health spokesperson Michael Woodhouse says. The 2017/18 New Zealand Health Survey estimates 585,000 people over the age of 15 could […]
Read More →Multiple strike days planned for five weeks
Source: National Party With the news today area schools have planned to join next week’s mega-strike, there will be another 2300 teachers on the streets causing further disruption to parents and students, National’s Education spokesperson Nikki Kaye says. “The Prime Minister and Minister of Finance need to step in and be a circuit breaker to […]
Read More →Parliament Hansard Report – Thursday, 23 May 2019 – Volume 738 – 000248
Source: New Zealand Parliament – Hansard Question No. 2—Housing and Urban Development 2. Hon JUDITH COLLINS (National—Papakura) to the Minister of Housing and Urban Development: Is he confident none of the 58 KiwiBuild houses currently being marketed in Canterbury will have to be purchased by the Crown; if so, why? Hon PHIL TWYFORD (Minister of […]
Read More →Parliament Hansard Report – Business Statement – 000247
Source: New Zealand Parliament – Hansard THURSDAY, 23 MAY 2019 Mr Speaker took the Chair at 2 p.m. Karakia. BUSINESS STATEMENT Hon CHRIS HIPKINS (Leader of the House): On Tuesday 28 May, the annual review debate will be completed and the Racing Reform Bill and the Veterans’ Support Amendment Bill will receive their first readings. […]
Read More →Parliament Hansard Report – Oral Questions — Questions to Ministers – 000246
Source: New Zealand Parliament – Hansard Question No. 2—Housing and Urban Development 2. Hon JUDITH COLLINS (National—Papakura) to the Minister of Housing and Urban Development: Is he confident none of the 58 KiwiBuild houses currently being marketed in Canterbury will have to be purchased by the Crown; if so, why? Hon PHIL TWYFORD (Minister of […]
Read More →Pink Shirt Day celebrations
Source: Massey University The winners of the Pink Shirt Day contest are: Albany:PaCE team at Gate 4 (top); Winning Manager: Fiona Coote, Manager of the Office of Academic Assurance (far right); (bottom, from left) Wellington: Student Services ;Palmerston North: Integrated Business Improvement and Student System Support Unit. Massey University staff celebrated Pink Shirt Day on […]
Read More →Local talent flies high in pursuit of excellence
Source: Auckland Council Ōtara-Papatoetoe locals are going after their dreams and reaching greater heights with the backing of their local board. Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board’s Pursuit of Excellence Award has been financially supporting people with outstanding achievements. Individuals who have shown leadership potential and contributed to the community with their skills can apply for this scholarship […]
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Source: Ara Institute of Canterbury “Global environmental issues seem too big for our small group of students to tackle. But we can take local action right here in Timaru,” says Amy Woodfield. Woodfield, who studies a level 5 Diploma in Outdoor Instruction and Management at Ara, is part of a project that is aiming to […]
Read More →Student project supports wetland improvement
Source: Ara Institute of Canterbury “Global environmental issues seem too big for our small group of students to tackle. But we can take local action right here in Timaru,” says Amy Woodfield. Woodfield, who studies a level 5 Diploma in Outdoor Instruction and Management at Ara, is part of a project that is aiming to […]
Read More →New Zealand Economy – Relaxing of borrowing constraint welcome, but broader review needed
Source: MIL-OSI Submissions Source: CTU “The announcement by the Minister of Finance that the Government was moving from a rigid 20% debt target to a range between 15% and 25% is welcome,” CTU Economist Bill Rosenberg says. “At a time when interest rates are low it makes absolute sense to fund more of our much-needed infrastructure […]
Read More →New teaching guide helps early years educators embrace cultural differences
Source: University of Canterbury Home > News > 2019 > 23 May 2019 University of Canterbury researchers are leading the way in early years education with a new guidebook focusing on culturally responsive learning and teaching. Pictured from left to right: Three University of Canterbury academics are among the authors of The Hikairo Schema, Associate […]
Read More →Relaxing of borrowing constraint welcome, but broader review needed
Source: Council of Trade Unions – CTU “The announcement by the Minister of Finance that the Government was moving from a rigid 20% debt target to a range between 15% and 25% is welcome,” CTU Economist Bill Rosenberg says. “At a time when interest rates are low it makes absolute sense to fund more of […]
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Source: Ara Institute of Canterbury 20 May 2019 Going once, going twice – sold! Ara’s first tiny houses attracted a big crowd over the weekend when they were auctioned off by Ray White Ferrymead at the Christchurch Trades campus. Both tiny houses sold with the buyer saying he bought the tiny houses because his son […]
Read More →Tiny houses find new homes
Source: Ara Institute of Canterbury 20 May 2019 Going once, going twice – sold! Ara’s first tiny houses attracted a big crowd over the weekend when they were auctioned off by Ray White Ferrymead at the Christchurch Trades campus. Both tiny houses sold with the buyer saying he bought the tiny houses because his son […]
Read More →Media Release: ASA 2018 Annual Report Released
Source: Advertising Standards Authority The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) released its 2018 annual report today. The report highlights the work of the ASA as the regulator of all ads in all media. Significant projects included the launch of the Advertising Standards Code, a substantial consolidation of six codes into one to support responsible advertising […]
Read More →Renew your dog registration online for your chance to win
Source: Auckland Council To coincide with the release of the movie The Secret Life of Pets 2, Auckland Council is giving dog owners throughout the region an extra incentive to renew their dog registration early. Dog owners renewing their registration online will go into the draw to win one of three The Secret Life of […]
Read More →Speech for the Museums Aotearoa 2019 Conference
Source: New Zealand Government Tēnā koutou katoa, fa’atalofa atu, malo e lelei, greetings to you all. I am delighted to have the opportunity to speak to you at the Museums Aotearoa Conference for the second year in a row. Can I firstly acknowledge iwi in residence at Te Papa, Rongowhakaata, Courtney Johnston (Museums Aotearoa Chair), […]
Read More →UPDATE – missing tramper found
Source: New Zealand Police The 36-year-old Rangiora man who was reported missing near Lake Emily has been located. He was found by LandSAR around 10:35am today. The man was not injured and is in good spirits. Police would like to thank members of the public who kept an eye out for him. Police is also […]
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