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Release: Labour marks the passing of Pope Francis
Source: New Zealand Labour Party Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins joins those mourning the passing of Pope Francis. “I’m very sad to hear of Pope Francis’ passing. We honour the...
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Te Wheke-a-Muturangi floats on Tāmaki Makaurau waters for first time
Source: Auckland Council Celebrated, octopus-styled artwork Te Wheke-a-Muturangi by acclaimed artist Lisa Reihana floats on Tāmaki Makaurau waters for the first time – through to 14 May. Presented by Viaduct...
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NZ Music Month takes to the streets
Source: Auckland Council Music and the arts continue to be a beacon of light in the regeneration of Auckland’s midtown, and that leading role is ever-present this NZ Music Month...
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Stats NZ information release: Overseas merchandise trade: March 2025
Source: Statistics New Zealand Overseas merchandise trade: March 2025 – 22 April 2025 – Overseas merchandise trade statistics provide information on imports and exports of merchandise goods between New Zealand...
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Tech – STOP THE PINGS: HALF OF KIWIS OVERWHELMED BY NOTIFICATIONS
Source: 2degrees 2degrees calls on Kiwis to take control of their notifications as part of Fairer Phones Project Every day, New Zealanders are bombarded by a relentless flood of notifications....
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New Zealand Flag half-masting to mark the passing and funeral of His Holiness Pope Francis
Source: Ministry for Culture and Heritage To Action: New Zealand Flag to fly at half-mast New Zealand Flag half-masting to mark the passing and funeral of His Holiness Pope Francis Tuesday...
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Local News – Waitangirua Link Road reopens with new speed limit – Porirua
Source: Porirua City Council Work to improve electricity network resilience and increase drinking water services is being carried out for the fast-growing eastern suburbs, with work on the Waitangirua Link Road...
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Temporary closure for North Taranaki Visitor Centre
Source: Department of Conservation Date: 22 April 2025 DOC’s Acting Taranaki Operations Manager Phil Melgren says the visitor centre building was identified as needing replacement several years ago, due to its...
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Podiatrist prescribers will increase access to medicines
Source: New Zealand Government Regulations that will soon allow podiatrists to prescribe certain medicines have been approved, giving patients with painful foot and leg conditions better access to healthcare, Health...
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Veterans Minister to attend Anzac Day services in Niue
Source: New Zealand Government Veterans Minister and Associate Defence Minister Chris Penk will visit Niue this week to honour the contribution of Niuean service personnel to New Zealand and the...
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Compulsory consent education proposed in schools
Source: New Zealand Government Parents are being encouraged to provide feedback on how relationships and sexuality education (RSE) is taught in schools.“As young people grow up, they deserve the chance...
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PM sends condolences on passing of Pope Francis
Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon today expressed the Government’s condolences to the Holy See and to Roman Catholics in New Zealand and around the world on the...
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Upgraded ASEAN-Australia-NZ FTA enters into force
Source: New Zealand Government An upgraded ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (AANZFTA) takes effect today, strengthening New Zealand’s trade ties with Southeast Asia and Australia.“At a time of global uncertainty,...
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Media advisory: St Johns homicide
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Media are advised that Police will hold a stand-up this afternoon regarding the ongoing homicide investigation in St Johns. Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin will speak...
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Missing person located, Christchurch
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can confirm the 50-year-old woman reported missing from the Addington area on 16 April has been located safe and well. We would like...
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Police urge public to prepare following two land rescues in the Kaimai Ranges
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Sergeant Anna Plowman: Police are urging the public to prepare for the worst before heading outdoors this long holiday period following two...
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Police monitoring gang movements, Wellington region
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Please attribute to Inspector Wade Jennings, Hutt Valley Area Commander Police are monitoring gang movements through the Wellington region for a funeral today. Motorists...
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Crash closes Waipapa Road, Mangakino
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Waipapa Road, Mangakino is closed following a crash. The two-vehicle crash happened between Scott Road and Moncarch Road just after 4pm. Three people have...
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Serious crash blocks State Highway 3 near Urenui, Taranaki
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Emergency services are responding to a serious crash on State Highway 3, near Urenui in Taranaki. Police were notified of the crash at 2.30pm. ...
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Fatal crash: Mangakino
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on Waipapa Road, Mangakino earlier today. The two-vehicle crash was reported just after 4pm....
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Police seek public’s help to locate missing woman
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Christchurch Police are appealing for any sightings of Rochelle Tabak (also known as Rochelle Fleming), who has been missing since Wednesday. Rochelle, aged 50,...
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Saint John’s homicide: Police urgently seek public’s help
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attribute to Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin: Police are continuing to piece together the events that led to a man’s death after being assaulted in...
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Update – Man missing near Wairere Falls
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) The man missing in the water near Wairere Falls has sadly been located deceased. Police Search and Rescue staff located the man’s body late...
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Fatal incident, Wairakei
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) A person has died in an incident involving a farm vehicle on a property near Taupo. Emergency services were called to the address on...
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Slip blocks southbound lane of SH 1, Brynderwyn
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are responding to a report of a slip on State Highway 1, Brynderwyn. The slip – between State Highway 12 and Artillery Road...
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Crash causing delays, Southern Motorway, southbound, near Highbrook
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Emergency services were called about 6.35pm to a single-vehicle crash on the Southern Motorway, southbound, near Highbrook. Three people are reported to have moderate...
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Mautohe Cathedral Cove reopens – visitors urged to exercise caution
Source: Department of Conservation Date: 19 April 2025 Assessments show walking access can be reopened but visitors need to be prepared, says DOC Operations Manager Nick Kelly. “High tides and storm...