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Damning IPCA report prompts oversight move

· November 11, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is taking steps to establish the strongest possible oversight of the New Zealand Police following a damning report into the Police handling of complaints...

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Traffic congestion-busting Bill passes third reading

· November 11, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Land Transport Management (Time of Use Charging) Amendment Bill has passed its third reading in Parliament, marking a major step forward in tackling congestion and improving...

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Mātauranga Māori inspires student redesign of Picton square

· November 11, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand By Kira Carrington, Local Democracy Reporting Victoria University architecture students mingle with the community at the opening of the Reimagining Nelson Square exhibition. Supplied/LDR Landscape architecture...

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Changes to Gas Safety Regulations for gas products

· November 11, 2025

Source: Worksafe New Zealand 11 November 2025 The Government has introduced the Gas (Safety and Measurement) Amendment Regulations 2025 which update New Zealand’s gas safety framework for fittings and appliances...

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Police poised to roll out new roadside drug test

· November 11, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Alexander Robertson Police are poised to begin testing drivers for drugs with a device that involves a quick swipe of the driver’s tongue. The...

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Government cracks down on drug drivers

· November 11, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Drivers under the influence of drugs will soon face tougher enforcement on New Zealand roads, with the Government confirming which drugs will be screened under the...