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National MP Catherine Wedd leads e-scooter rules revamp

· November 28, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand More than 7000 e-scooter accidents have been reported this year. RNZ / Marika Khabazi National MP Catherine Wedd has branded e-scooter rules “outdated”, and is spearheading...

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Appointments to the Health Workforce Committee

· November 28, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has today announced appointments to the Health Workforce Committee, which provides advice to ensure New Zealand has a health workforce that can meet...

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Appointments to the Public Health Advisory Committee

· November 28, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has today announced appointments to the Public Health Advisory Committee, which provides independent advice on public health issues and the promotion of...

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Northland News – Awanui flood scheme progress celebrated

· November 28, 2025

Source: Northland Regional Council Ongoing work on the multimillion-dollar Awanui flood scheme is offering much greater flood protection to Kaitaia and Awanui, helping to safeguard lives and millions in property, the...

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NZDF liaison officer deployment to Israel extended

· November 28, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The deployment of a New Zealand Defence Force liaison officer to Israel has been extended, Defence Minister Judith Collins says. “This deployment is about improving our...

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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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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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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...