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Name release – death at Wairere Falls
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can now release the name of the man who died at Wairere Falls on Saturday 19 April. He was Abdullah Noori, 51, of...
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Four arrested following dairy burglary
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Four youths allegedly responsible for a burglary at a Mount Wellington dairy have been apprehended. At about 2.50am, Police were called to the shop...
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St Johns homicide: Significant developments as arrests made
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) The Police investigation into the tragic death of Kyle Whorrall over Easter Weekend has progressed significantly. Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin says on Tuesday afternoon,...
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Book launch – ‘Excellence in Care: A Guide for Managers and Nurses’ by Gillian Robinson-Gibb
Source: Nazareth Care Endorsed by Honourable Tracey Martin, CEO of the Aged Care Association NZ, “Excellence in Care: A Guide for Managers and Nurses (2025)” is authored by Gillian Robinson-Gibb....
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Banking Ombudsman Scheme backs banks’ stronger consumer protections from scams
Source: Banking Ombudsman Scheme 23 April 2025 – The Banking Ombudsman Scheme has welcomed today’s announcement by banks that they will crack down on scams. Banking Ombudsman Nicola Sladden said the scheme...
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Employment – Authenticity over Authority – 63% of professionals admit to leaving a previous employer because they didn’t resonate with leadership
Source: Robert Walters Two thirds of professionals (63%) have admitted that one of the leading reasons for leaving a previous employer is because they did not have a ‘connection’ with...
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Transporting New Zealand welcomes return to original speed limits
Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Today’s announcement by NZTA that 43 sections of state highway will revert to their previous higher speed limits, in line with community feedback, has been welcomed...
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EMA – Northwest Busway will transform Auckland’s western suburbs
Source: EMA The decision today by the NZ Transport Agency to endorse the Northwest Busway investment case is welcome news for West Auckland residents, says EMA’s Head of Advocacy, Alan McDonald....
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St Johns homicide: Name release
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can now formally release the name of the man tragically killed in St Johns on the night of 19 April. He was 33-year-old...
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NZ-AU: Update on Transaction Regulatory Approvals
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) BRISBANE, Australia, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sayona Mining Limited (“Sayona” or “Company”) (ASX:SYA; OTCQB:SYAXF) provides an update on the proposed transaction with Piedmont Lithium Inc....
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Bridge on popular Hooker Valley Track at Aoraki/Mount Cook closed after heavy rainfall
Source: Department of Conservation Date: 23 April 2025 The second bridge on the Hooker Valley Track has been impacted by riverbank erosion from wind and rain events over the past few...
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Firearms and ammunition seized – Cheviot
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Attributable to Sergeant Rob Irvine: Cheviot Police have arrested and charged two people following an illegal hunting incident which saw a firearm discharged within...
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Record growth in research and development to drive a stronger economy
Source: New Zealand Government Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti has welcomed a significant milestone in New Zealand’s research and development (R&D) sector, with new figures showing total...
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Speech to Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce
Source: New Zealand Government Tēnā koutou katoa. Nga mihi ki nga manawhenua o tenie rohe me nga waka katoa ki tae mai nei. Good afternoon everyone. Thank you for the...
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Mentoring crucial for success of overseas and new secondary teachers
Source: Post Primary Teachers Association (PPTA) “The Government has made it easier for overseas trained teachers to come to New Zealand to try to address the teaching shortage. It’s hard...
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Next steps for state highway speed reversals programme
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Community consultation has concluded, results have been analysed, and decisions have been made on speed limits for 49 state highway corridors, with most locations set...
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EMA – Corridor Improvements Unlock Significant Economic Gains
Source: EMA Today’s announcement of the preferred corridor over the Brynderwyn Hills to Whangārei signals the unlocking of major gains for the Northland economy, and further enhances connectivity in New Zealand’s...
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Tech – Think you’ve won a prize? Cybersecurity experts expose the hidden dangers of fake lottery scams – NordVPN
Source: NordVPN Consumers are being tricked into paying upfront fees for non-existent prizes –cybersecurity experts share how to spot and avoid these growing scams More and more people are falling...
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Aid cuts threaten the lives of 110,000 children with severe malnutrition reliant on emergency treatment from Save the Children
Source: Save the Children At least 110,000- severely acutely malnourished children supported by Save the Children in 10 countries could be left without access to life-saving ready-to-use emergency food and nutrition...
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Fire Safety – Marlborough eases outdoor fire restrictions
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand is changing the restrictions for outdoor fires throughout Marlborough at 8am on Thursday 24 April, until further notice. The Marlborough...
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Northwest Busway takes another step forward
Source: New Zealand Government Faster, more frequent, and reliable public transport for Auckland’s growing northwest is a step closer, following a decision by the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) Board to...
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Aviation experts appointed to new independent review function
Source: New Zealand Government Three experts have been appointed as independent reviewers, making it easier and more affordable for New Zealanders to operate in the aviation sector, Acting Transport Minister...
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Name release: Fatal crash, Horsham Downs
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police are now in a position to release the name of the man who died following a crash in Horsham Downs on 28 March....
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Reforms – PSA forces changes to restructure of Data & Digital and Pacific Health
Source: PSA The PSA has settled litigation over the planned restructure of two key teams at Health NZ with an agreement to significantly amend planned cuts to roles and structures. The...
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Name release: Fatal crash, Clutha
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can now release the name of person who died following a crash in Owaka, Clutha on Sunday 23 March. He was 7-year-old Oziah...
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The road ahead: Northland Corridor Sections 2 and 3 taking shape
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is progressing design investigations within the emerging preferred corridor for Section 2 and Section 3 of the Northland Corridor...
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Stats NZ information release: Research and development survey: 2024
Source: Statistics New Zealand Research and development survey: 2024 – 23 April 2025 – Research and development (R&D) statistics report on research and development activity, including expenditure and related employment...