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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...
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Employment – New Zealand workers embrace Gen AI and see AI skills as imperative to career success
Source: Robert Half 91% of Kiwi workers are using generative AI to assist them in their day-to-day tasks 93% of workers are transparent with their manager/employer about using generative AI...
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Northland News – Brynderwyns route announcement welcomed in Northland
Source: Northland Regional Council The Government’s announcement of a preferred route for the Brynderwyn Hills is a critical step forward in transforming Northland’s route security and resilience, says the chair of...
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Real Estate – $63m drops out of the NZ property market in Q1 2025
Source: RealEstate.co.nz Wednesday, 23 April 2025 – More than $63 million was trimmed from asking prices across New Zealand in the first quarter of 2025. New data from realestate.co.nz shows...
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Property Market – Clearer signs of a market rebound as property activity lifts in early 2025 – CoreLogic
Source: CoreLogic New Zealand’s housing market continues to show signs of recovery, with national sales activity and dwelling values both lifting in March, supported by easing mortgage rates and renewed...
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Economy – CoFR seeking feedback on access to basic transaction accounts – Reserve Bank
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 23 April 2025 – A basic transaction account should be available to anyone, irrespective of their circumstances, financial position or capability with technology, according to...
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Artist plans seascape series at Auckland regional park
Source: Auckland Council An established writer with an affinity for the ocean is thrilled to have the opportunity to live at the idyllic seaside Barr Cottage in Huia, as Auckland...
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Open fire season for Tāmaki Makaurau
Source: Auckland Council Fire and Emergency New Zealand is moving Auckland City, Waitematā and Counties-Manukau Districts back to an open fire season from 8am on Wednesday 23 April, until further...
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ECE sector review changes begin
Source: New Zealand Government Regulation Minister David Seymour has today provided an update on the implementation of the Early Childhood Education (ECE) regulatory review.“This review and the changes announced today...