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Release: Labour PR: More clarity needed for homebuyers
Source: New Zealand Labour Party The Government’s levies announcement is a step in the right direction, but they must be upfront about who will pay its new infrastructure levies and...
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Police monitoring funeral in Counties Manukau this weekend
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Please attribute to Counties Manukau East Area Prevention Manager, Inspector Rakana Cook: Police are aware of plans for a gang-related funeral procession heading through...
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First Responders – Waipoua River fire update #6
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Saturday will be a significant day in the firefighting efforts at the Waipoua River fire. Incident Controller Corey Matchitt says numbers on the ground will...
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Rare Disorders New Zealand 25th anniversary
Source: New Zealand Governor General E nga mana, e nga reo, e nga iwi o te motu e huihui nei, tēnei aku mihi nui ki a koutou. Kia ora tātou...
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Road closed following vehicle fire, Mangawhai
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Motorists are being advised a section of Mangawhai Road has been closed following a vehicle fire. The fire, near the intersection of Wood Pigeon...
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Going for Housing Growth: New and improved Infrastructure Funding and Financing
Source: New Zealand Government Today I’d like to talk to you about progress the Government has made on our Going for Housing Growth agenda. I’m also excited to announce policy...
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Lifestyle and Health – Making Exercise More Affordable Could Transform Health in Aotearoa
Source: Exercise New Zealand A new report reveals that reducing the cost of exercise facilities could significantly increase physical activity levels in Aotearoa, delivering major health and economic benefits. The...
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Healthcare Safety – Staffing shortages putting patient safety at risk at Nelson Hospital
Source: Association of Salaried Medical Specialists Nelson Hospital is operating with no medical registrar today as ongoing staffing shortages put patients and clinicians at risk, the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists...
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Minister acknowledges outgoing Chief Executive
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister David Seymour has today acknowledged the resignation of Chief Executive of Pharmac Dr Sarah Fitt, and thanked her for her service. “I would...
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Cannabis case wide open after arrests in both islands
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Please attribute to Detective Senior Sergeant Shane Dye, Tasman District Organised Crime Group. Police have arrested three men in relation to the cultivation and...
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2014 homicide of Brett Fraser the subject of Cold Case episode
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Please attribute to Acting Detective Inspector Simon Harrison: Police investigating the death of Brett Fraser in 2014 are encouraging people to watch Monday night’s...
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Fire Safety – Total fire ban for parts of Te Tai Tokerau Northland
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand has declared a prohibited fire season for the Muriwhenua, Hokianga, Ripiro and Paparoa zones of Te Tai Tokerau Northland from...
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Aviation – Airways New Zealand announces FY25 half year result
Source: Airways NZ Airways New Zealand has today announced its interim results for the half-year ending 31 December 2024, reporting solid safety and operational performance alongside a positive financial result. The...
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Onerahi homicide investigation continues, Police appeal for information
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) The homicide investigation in Onerahi is continuing today, as investigators piece together the events leading to yesterday’s tragic incident. Yesterday at about 11.10am, Police...
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Speech to LGNZ Metro, Rural and Provincial sectors meeting
Source: New Zealand Government Good afternoon, everyone. Today I’d like to talk to you about progress the Government has made on our Going for Housing Growth agenda. I’m also excited...
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Tech – Samsung Launches A New Premium Care Service Offering for Laundry and Fridge Products
Source: Samsung A 0% interest-free payment plan, for up-to five years, including continuous product efficiency and cleanliness routine AUCKLAND, NZ – February 28, 2025 – Samsung is excited to announce...
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Going for Housing Growth: New and improved infrastructure funding and financing tools
Source: New Zealand Government New and improved infrastructure funding and financing tools will help get more houses built and address New Zealand’s housing crisis, Housing Minister Chris Bishop and Local...
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NZ-AU: From Romance to Runway: Daniela Kosti’s Fashion Journey on SHEIN’s Stars Aligned
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) SYDNEY, Feb. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SHEIN’s Stars Aligned, a unique and fashion-forward dating show, brought viewers on an unforgettable journey of romance, self-discovery, and playful...
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Getting Auckland moving again
Source: New Zealand Government Auckland Minister Simeon Brown has today welcomed Auckland Transport’s confirmation of speed limit changes on local streets and key arterial roads in Auckland, which will enable...
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High hazards newsletter – February 2025
Source: Worksafe New Zealand 28 February 2025 Welcome to the sixth WorkSafe High Hazards newsletter where we’re covering: Update from the Chief Inspector Industry alerts – floating roof tank corrosion,...
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Going for Housing Growth: Infrastructure Funding and Financing Act changes to enable flexible growth
Source: New Zealand Government Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Infrastructure Simon Court has today announced decisions to reform the Infrastructure Funding and Financing Act (IFFA) to help growth pay for growth in...
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Two arrests following Queenstown assaults
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Inspector Paula Enoka Two people have been arrested and charged following a search warrant at a local Queenstown address on Wednesday 26...
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Development News – Development Contribution Fee Overhaul Sparks Cautious Optimism, Says Property Council
Source: Property Council New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand – Property Council New Zealand has welcomed today’s announcement regarding the overhaul of development contribution fees, a move it believes will pave...
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First Responders – Waipoua River fire update #5
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand There were no significant flareups at the Waipoua River fire overnight. Three helicopters, four heavy machinery, 50 ground crew and 15 Incident Management Team personnel...
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Local News – Feel the benefits of going outdoors during Parks Week – Porirua
Source: Porirua City Council Did you know that spending time outside can help to reduce stress and put you in a better mood? Luckily for Porirua residents, there are more than...
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Arrest made following assault in Christchurch park
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Attributable to Detective Sergeant James Haigh, Canterbury CIB Police have today arrested a male youth in relation to a serious assault at the Richmond...
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Auckland overnight motorway closures 2–10 March 2025
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi advises of the following closures for motorway improvements. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available...