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Corded blinds to be made safer for children
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is moving to protect young children by making it mandatory for new corded blinds sold in New Zealand to meet recognised safety standards, Commerce...
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Tech Security – Norton’s Scam-Free Winter Forecast
Source: Botica Butler Raudon Partners for Norton From AI crypto cons to fake holiday bookings, Norton reveals the scams catching out Kiwis, plus advice to stay ahead of the scammers...
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Local News – Porirua by-election set down for 16 October
Source: Porirua City Council Porirua City Council will hold a by-election to fill the seat left vacant after the sudden death of Councillor Mike Duncan. Councillor Duncan was one of five...
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Economy – Treasury welcomes independent Performance Improvement Review
Source: The Treasury The Public Service Commission today released an independent Performance Improvement Review (PIR) of the Treasury, commissioned by Secretary to the Treasury, Iain Rennie. “I welcome the PIR and...
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Six co-response team locations announced
Source: New Zealand Government Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey has today announced the remaining six locations for new mental health co-response teams, marking another step in the Government’s rollout of...
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$40.7m boost backs university research from lab to market
Source: New Zealand Government University researchers will benefit from a $40.68 million boost in Government support to help commercialise their innovations, alongside new Intellectual Property (IP) rules taking effect from...
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Appointments to the Infrastructure Commission
Source: New Zealand Government Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop has today announced the reappointment of Deputy Chair Sue Tindal and the appointment of new director Natasha Possenniskie to the New Zealand...
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Further New Zealand support for Pacific fisheries
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand is backing Pacific nations’ fisheries through increased funding and support to drive innovation and help generate higher returns on tuna, Foreign Minister Winston Peters...
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Shared Revitalization Journey of Weiqiao Pioneering Group, Weiqiao Town
Source: Media Outreach BINZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 June 2026 – Recently, Zouping, Shandong held a symposium on “Revitalizing Weiqiao Town,” focusing on key priorities such as...
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Kai Tak Sports Park Claims Top Honour
Source: Media Outreach Quality Building Award 2026 Winners Announced with Strong GBA and International Participation HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 June 2026 – The winners of...
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Bracell Welcomes Fernando Branco’s Appointment to Lead ABAF and Reinforces Commitment to Sustainable Forestry Development in Bahia
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 June 2026 – Bracell congratulates Fernando Branco, the company’s Treasury Manager, on his appointment as President of the Board of...
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Politics – Federated Farmers backs National’s plan to slash solar red tape
Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers says the National Party’s commitment to make small-scale solar projects a permitted activity is exactly the commonsense farmers need. National says, if re-elected to Government in...
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Media Startup ‘World & New World Journal’ Redefines Global Current Affairs with 7-Language Service
Source: Media Outreach Built a premier knowledge platform for defense, diplomacy, and economics powered by 570+ global scholars and experts. Secured high-quality multilingual content through rigorous localized review by native...
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Politics – Federated Farmers backs commonsense conservation reform
Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers is calling for the Government to be bold and continue with plans to modernise New Zealand’s outdated, clunky and overly complicated conservation laws. “These reforms are...
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New Dunedin Hospital reaches new heights with tower cranes
Source: New Zealand Government The erection of three tower cranes at the New Dunedin Hospital’s inpatient building site marks a major milestone as construction moves into its next phase, Health...
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Stronger rules to protect power lines from trees
Source: New Zealand Government Stronger rules about the planting, maintenance and removal of trees near power lines will better protect New Zealanders’ homes and businesses from sudden power outages, Energy...
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Government backs major North Island freight hub
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has approved up to $22.4 million in funding to support the rail component of Te Utanganui – a major new freight hub in Palmerston...
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Where Minds Meet to Launch Space Economy Association Off the Ground
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 June 2026 – Space Economy Association (Hong Kong) Ltd, or “SEA”, officially formed in the midst of the...
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Construction Management Awards 2026 – Now open for nomination Introduction of the Inaugural “Excellent Construction Safety Culture Award” Guides the Construction Industry Toward a New Milestone in Safety
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 June 2026 – Organised by the Hong Kong Institute of Construction Managers (HKICM / the Institute), the biennial...
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Police monitoring gang-related funeral, Counties Manukau
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Counties Manukau East Communities Manager, Senior Sergeant Simon Cornish: Police are aware of plans for a gang-related funeral procession heading through Counties Manukau...
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Build begins for Southland space headquarters
Source: New Zealand Government Construction of a new headquarters at the Awarua Satellite Ground Station near Bluff has begun, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones and Associate Regional Development Minister Mark...
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Gumboot Friday records busiest month of 2026 so far, supporting 2,213 young Kiwis in May
Source: Gumboot Friday In May 2026, 2,213 young people aged 5-25 accessed free counselling through Gumboot Friday – the highest monthly total recorded so far this year – with 3,578...
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Awards – 2026 New Zealand Plumbing Awards: Full List of Winners
Source: Master Plumbers Gasfitters and Drainlayers Master Plumbers is pleased to announce the winners and finalists awarded at the 2026 New Zealand Plumbing Awards on Friday 26 June. The New Zealand...
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Master Plumbers’ new AI tool helps tradespeople navigate building standards in seconds
Source: Master Plumbers Gasfitters and Drainlayers A new AI-powered tool called Toby will give plumbers, gas fitters and drainlayers access to critical building standards and regulations at their fingertips. Building and...
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Universities – What helps people beat multi-pronged nicotine addiction? – UoA
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) A world-leading study into the most effective way to beat multi-pronged nicotine addiction is launching at the University of Auckland. Professor Chris Bullen has received...
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Government twiddling thumbs while the wood sector burns – Workers First Union
Source: Workers First Union Workers First Union is calling out the National-NZ First-ACT Government for abandoning Northland’s workers with empty words and a blame game, as the proposed closure of Juken...
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NZCTU welcomes Labour’s plan to restore and expand Apprenticeship Boost
Source: NZCTU The New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi is welcoming Labour’s announcement today that it will restore and expand the Apprenticeship Boost scheme if elected in...