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New wastewater standards a win for ratepayers

· November 28, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Ratepayers across New Zealand will be better off under new national wastewater environmental performance standards, which will significantly cut consenting costs for councils and help reduce...

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Light at the end of the tunnel for CRL construction

· November 28, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The upgraded Auckland public transport network with City Rail Link (CRL) at its heart will open to passengers in the second half of 2026.  Transport Minister...

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Action Plan supports Kiwis to live better, longer

· November 28, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The new Better Later Life Action Plan is designed to provide practical support to help older New Zealanders live well and maintain their connections and independence,...

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Information sought on shooting – Sapphire Place, Hamilton

· November 28, 2025

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute the following to Detective Senior Sergeant Reece Durston: Waikato Police investigating a firearms incident overnight are seeking information from the public where a man...

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Paid firefighters strike after negotiations stall

· November 28, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand About 2000 members of the Professional Firefighters’ Union will strike between 12-1pm. RNZ / Ruth Hill Paid firefighters are walking off the job for one hour...

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Health New Zealand to welcome 1800 graduate nurses

· November 28, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Health New Zealand’s announcement that around 1800 graduate registered nurses will begin hospital-based roles represents a significant boost for the health system, Health Minister Simeon Brown...

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Chip maker Rakon narrows half-year loss

· November 28, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand Chief Executive Sinan Altug. Supplied / Rakon Chip maker Rakon slashed its half-year loss on the back of increased revenue. Key numbers for half year ended...

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Consumer confidence still negative, despite lift

· November 28, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand Falling consumer arrears, employment returning to modest growth and retailers reporting improved activity boosted the index. RNZ/Nick Monro Consumer confidence lifts, although pessimists slightly outweigh the...

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Port investment to drive Gisborne’s economic growth

· November 28, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Transport Minister James Meager has confirmed a significant Government investment into new container-handling equipment for Gisborne’s Eastland Port, which will unlock fresh economic opportunities for...

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Top Up exceeding expectations and reaching millions

· November 28, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The nationwide Top Up campaign, launched in August to encourage Kiwis to take everyday actions that boost mental wellbeing, has reached 3,283,076 people and achieved a...