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Urgent advice sought on rockpool collections
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has asked for urgent advice on how to deal with reports of rockpools on Whangaparāoa Peninsula and other areas being stripped of marine life, Oceans...
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Marine Environment – Historic Global Ocean Treaty enters into force – Greenpeace
Source: Greenpeace The Global Ocean Treaty, dubbed one of the most significant pieces of environmental legislation in decades, will officially enter into force this Saturday [January 17], paving the way for...
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New Zealand vacates embassy in Iran as threat of violence escalates
Source: Radio New Zealand Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone New Zealand’s embassy in Iran has temporarily closed due to what the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and...
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Changes proposed for deemed value of fish
Source: New Zealand Government Changes to the system that values fish caught by commercial fishers outside their quota allowance will better reflect the actual value of the fish depending on...
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NZ accepts Vice Chair role at upcoming World Trade Organisation Ministerial Conference
Source: New Zealand Government Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay has been appointed Vice Chair for the World Trade Organisation’s 14th Ministerial Trade Negotiation Conference, for a second consecutive time...
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Manufacturing starts year by shifting up a gear
Source: New Zealand Government New data showing New Zealand manufacturing is experiencing its highest level of activity since December 2021 signals a strong start to the year, Small Business and...
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Whakarewarewa Forest Loop gets a scenic upgrade
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing $250k to upgrade the Whakarewarewa Forest Loop Great Ride in Rotorua, encouraging more visitors into the region while giving riders a safer...
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Making it easier to consent coastal activities, quarries and mines
Source: New Zealand Government The Government’s important changes to make it easier to consent the mines and quarries we need to enable more infrastructure become law today, say RMA Reform...
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The X Factor: Grok deepfakes and why NZ is still using Elon Musk’s X
Source: Radio New Zealand In this photo illustration an iPhone screen displays Elon Musk’s repost on his social media platform X regarding criticism from British Prime Minister Kier Starmer about...
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Australians invited to discover Canterbury and the West Coast
Source: New Zealand Government Canterbury and the West Coast’s regional tourism organisations will receive $1million to launch a new campaign Discover Different, showcasing the best of what Canterbury and the...
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Regional Tourism Boost: welcoming more visitors
Source: New Zealand Government More international visitors will be exploring regional New Zealand this year, thanks to a $3.69 million investment from the second round of the Government’s Regional Tourism...
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Waikato gears up for autumn tourism boost
Source: New Zealand Government Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston has announced more than $450,000 in funding for a new international tourism campaign, helping boost the Waikato economy as autumn...
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More Australians to discover the Southern Way
Source: New Zealand Government More Australians will soon be discovering the wonders of the lower South Island, with a fresh boost of Government funding for the Southern Way campaign, Tourism...
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Electrifying growth: Infrastructure and energy RMA national direction changes
Source: New Zealand Government The Government’s important changes to boost infrastructure delivery, including our supply of renewable energy come into effect today, say RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop, Energy Minister...
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Granny flat consent exemption takes effect
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealanders can now build granny flats in their backyards without needing building or resource consents, marking a milestone in the Coalition Government’s effort to expand...
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Updated National direction for Natural Hazards and Highly Productive Land
Source: New Zealand Government The Government’s changes to improve the way productive land and natural hazard risks are managed take effect today, freeing up land for development and supporting greater...
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Small NZ charity takes big swing at US government in bid to protect endangered dolphins
Source: Radio New Zealand Māui dolphin. Department of Conservation / supplied A David and Goliath case is unfolding as a tiny charity takes another swing at the US government at...
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Winston Peters tells RBNZ governor Anna Breman to ‘stay in her New Zealand lane’
Source: Radio New Zealand In a post on social media, Peters said the Reserve Bank had no role in US politics and should not involve itself. RNZ Foreign Minister Winston...
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More than 500 new doctors join the health workforce
Source: New Zealand Government More than 500 newly graduated doctors have started work across New Zealand this week, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “I want to congratulate every one of...
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Over 70 per cent decrease in citizenship wait times
Source: New Zealand Government Citizenship wait times have reached a new low under this Government, with continued focus on efficient application processing, Minister of Internal Affairs Brooke van Velden announced today. “Despite a comparable number...
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New pilot helps small businesses harness AI
Source: New Zealand Government A new pilot programme will help small businesses overcome barriers in accessing artificial intelligence tools that boost productivity and unlock growth, Small Business and Manufacturing Minister Chris Penk has announced. “Artificial intelligence...
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Electricity regulator set for increased authority
Source: New Zealand Government Energy Minister Simon Watts says the Government is taking decisive action to ensure Kiwis get a fair deal on electricity by strengthening the Electricity Authority. “Kiwis...
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Samoa chief suggests returning Manawanui compensation to NZ as it’s not enough
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZN Naval Divers on the scene above HMNZS Manawanui, off the Southern Coast Of Upulo. New Zealand Defence Force Uncertainty around compensation payments for the HMNZS...
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Making it easier to find cheap power plans
Source: New Zealand Government Open Electricity will help New Zealand homes and businesses plug in to the best power plan for their needs and drive better competition in our electricity...
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Kiwi parents love classics: Top baby names for 2025 announced
Source: New Zealand Government Minister of Internal Affairs, Brooke van Velden is pleased to announce New Zealand’s favourite baby names for 2025. Timeless names continue to dominate Kiwi birth registrations, with Noah holding strong as...
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Call to action to recognise search and rescue heroes
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Transport Minister James Meager is calling on Kiwis to do their part to celebrate those who risk their lives to bring people home safely, by...
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Vacancy rates fall as frontline mental health workforce grows
Source: New Zealand Government New workforce data shows the frontline mental health and addiction workforce has grown significantly and vacancy rates have decreased under this Government, Mental Health Minister Matt...