DOC support of rāhui over Mermaid Pools
Source: Department of Conservation Introduction In support of the rāhui placed on the Otīto Scenic Reserve by local hapū Te Whanau a Rangiwhakaahu, DOC will be closing off the unofficial walkway that leads from Matapouri Bay over Rangitapu Headland to Te Wai O Te Taniwha/Mermaid Pools and discourage all visitors from accessing both the scenic […]
Read More →Police training goes family friendly
Source: New Zealand Government Police numbers have been boosted with the graduation of 21 new constables from an innovative training scheme that allows them to stay close to their families. “The constables from recruit wing 323-5 are just the second cohort trained in Auckland as part of the Coalition Government’s effort to strive for 1800 […]
Read More →Metiria Turei’s resignation, the media and democracy
Source: Massey University Former Green Party co-leader Metiria Turei. By Associate Professor Sean Phelan Dr Leon Salter Two months before New Zealand’s 2017 elections, which eventually installed the Ardern coalition government, then Green party co-leader Metiria Turei gave a speech on welfare reform. Many political commentators had predicted an easy victory for the ruling National […]
Read More →Motorbike crash – Te Puke Highway
Source: New Zealand Police Two people have been injured in a motorbike crash on Te Puke Highway this morning. The crash occurred at 11.20am and reportedly involved two motorbikes. One motorbike caught fire following the crash. The fire has now been extinguished. One person has critical injuries, and one person has moderate injuries. Diversions are […]
Read More →Name release – fatal crash, Southland
Source: New Zealand Police Police can name the man who died after a single-vehicle crash on Otahuti Rd, Otahuti, Saturday 13 April. He was 56-year-old Garth Robinson of Invercargill. Police extend its condolences to his family and friends at this time. The Serious Crash Unit is investigating the cause of the crash. His death has […]
Read More →Tomorrow’s Schools Review process needs improvement
Source: National Party News last week that the Tomorrow’s Schools Taskforce received over 5000 submissions and pieces of feedback shows the public and educators are very invested in the potential reforms, National’s Education spokesperson Nikki Kaye says. “National has previously argued for an extension to the deadline for the Taskforce to report back to the […]
Read More →Serious assault – Queen Street, Auckland
Source: New Zealand Police Police are investigating the serious assault of a man on Queen Street at around 4.20am today. The man is in a critical condition. Enquiries are under way to locate the offender. Queen Street is closed between Shortland Street and Wyndham Street while police examine the scene. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre. MIL OSI
Read More →New Zealand Social Sector – No CGT may offer opportunities to rethink policies to address inequality
Source: MIL-OSI Submissions Source: Child Poverty Action Group The Prime Minister has taken Capital Gains Tax off her Government’s policy agenda. “This provides the opportunity to explore other policies that could better meet the express instructions from the Minister of Finance to the TWG to address housing affordability and reduce inequality,” says Associate Professor Susan St […]
Read More →Code of Practice for Nuclear Medicine
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health The Radiation Safety Act 2016 came into force on 7 March 2017. The Act is administered by the Ministry of Health’s Office of Radiation Safety. The Act sets out high-level safety and security obligations in section 9–12. There are many different types of radiation use and the requirements are often very […]
Read More →Code of Practice for the Safe Transport of Radioactive Material
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health The Radiation Safety Act 2016 came fully into force on 7 March 2017. The Act is administered by the Ministry of Health’s Office of Radiation Safety. The Act sets out high-level safety and security obligations in sections 9–12. There are many different types of radiation use and the requirements are […]
Read More →Business has a role to play in improving and protecting New Zealand’s environment
Source: MIL-OSI Submissions Source: BusinessNZ — The Sustainable Business Council (SBC) acknowledges the Environment Aotearoa 2019 report released today by the Ministry for the Environment and Stats NZ.”Members of the Sustainable Business Council, as well as the Climate Leaders Coalition, are working on many fronts to show kaitiakitanga, reduce their emissions, and enhance their communities. This […]
Read More →Minor changes proposed to Speed Limits Bylaw
Source: Far North District Council The Far North District Council is seeking public feedback on minor changes to its Speed Limits Bylaw in the lead-up to a review of speed limits in the District. The Council is required to review speed limits across the district as part of a national Safer Journeys programme. Before the […]
Read More →No CGT may offer opportunities to rethink policies to address inequality
Source: Child Poverty Action Group (CPAG) 18 April 2019 Child Poverty Action Group cautiously welcomes the government’s response to the Tax Working Group’s (TWG) final report. The Prime Minister has taken Capital Gains Tax off her Government’s policy agenda. “This provides the opportunity to explore other policies that could better meet the express instructions from the […]
Read More →New Zealand Tertiary Sector – Thank you NZ – two Muslim students speak out a month on from the Christchurch mosque shootings
Source: MIL-OSI SubmissionsSource: Wintec Friday 15 March, 2019, was one of New Zealand’s darkest days. A month on from the mosque shootings in Christchurch, two Wintec international students, Basira and Baharah, talk about their experience of being Muslim in New Zealand and far away from their home in Afghanistan. “I was shocked, my body changed […]
Read More →Better data will help us do a better job – Federated Farmers
Source: MIL-OSI Submissions Source: Federated Farmers The Environment Aotearoa 2019 report released today will help all New Zealanders, not just farmers, identify the priorities for action. But we can only manage what we have information on, Federated Farmers environment and water spokesperson Chris Allen says. “Our message during the last central government election campaign, when various […]
Read More →Environment Aotearoa Report Confirms Regional Council Failure
Source: MIL-OSI Submissions Source: Fish and Game NZ Fish and Game welcomed the report on New Zealand’s Environment today and believe it is a performance review on regional councils and how they have completely failed to protect the environment. “Regional Councils under the RMA have a legal obligation to protect the environment for future generations and […]
Read More →Reserve Bank of New Zealand welcomes next steps by global climate initiative
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand Release date 18 April 2019 The focus on climate and environmental risk by central banks globally is accelerating, with the release of a comprehensive report at the Network of Central Banks and Supervisors for Greening the Financial System (NGFS) conference in Paris overnight. “The report targets an issue of […]
Read More →Week That Was: Supporting safer staffing in healthcare
Source: New Zealand Labour Party This week we: Signed an accord with midwives for safer staffing levels Wiped debt for HNZ tenants wrongfully evicted by the previous Government’s improper methamphetamine contamination policies Responded to the Tax Working Group And much more… We know that overworked midwives mean unsafe mothers and babies. That’s why the Ministry of […]
Read More →WoF alert – Vehicle inspector Warwick Shelley suspended from issuing WoFs & CoFs
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency The NZ Transport Agency has immediately suspended vehicle inspector Warwick Shelley, the inspecting organisation delegate for both VTNZ Thames and VTNZ Whitianga (Heavy Haulage and Contracting). An NZ Transport Agency investigation has found evidence that Mr Shelley, who manages both sites, has been overruling his vehicle inspectors when they fail […]
Read More →Plan ahead for a safe and enjoyable Easter Holiday
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Motorists travelling across the Waikato and Bay of Plenty region for Easter are urged to drive to the conditions and plan ahead before leaving home. This year Easter Monday, Anzac Day and school holidays all fall in the same week, which means it’s likely to be extra busy on our […]
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