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Oxford Union Debate
Source: New Zealand Government [Speech delivered in the Oxford Union debate in the affirmative of the proposition ‘This House Believes That the Courts Now Undermine Democracy’. NB the speech content...
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State of local emergency declared for Southland Region
Source: New Zealand Government The Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery Mark Mitchell declared a state of local emergency for the Southland Region at 9am this morning. “A state of...
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Government funds more helicopter replacements
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing in seven more emergency helicopters to replace some of New Zealand’s ageing air ambulance fleet, Associate Health Minister Casey Costello announced today. ...
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Greenhouse gas emissions fall 1.5 percent in the June 2025 quarter – Greenhouse gas emissions (industry and household): June 2025 quarter – Stats NZ news story and information release
Greenhouse gas emissions fall 1.5 percent in the June 2025 quarter – news story 23 October 2025 Seasonally adjusted industry and household greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Aotearoa New Zealand decreased...
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HKPC Releases “AI Readiness in Workplace Survey 2025” AI Adoption Approaches 90%, Talent Shortage is the Biggest Challenge; Eight Key Recommendations to Deeply Integrate AI with Industry Digital Transformation
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 October 2025 – The Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) today released the results of the “AI Readiness in...
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Hong Kong-Rooted Adbrownies Group Strides Toward 25th Anniversary
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 October 2025 – Adbrownies Group, a trailblazing creative consultancy, has shattered expectations with an impressive 430% increase in...
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Galaxy Macau Strikes Gold at the Tatler Best Awards with 8½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA and Long Bar Named Among Asia-Pacific’s Finest
Source: Media Outreach Michelin-starred 8½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA recognized for the second year running while Long Bar makes the prestigious list just one year after opening MACAU SAR –...
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Ecube Car Rental Expands Car Rental Fleet to Meet Growing Demand in Singapore
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 October 2025 – Ecube Car Rental, a leading provider of car leasing solutions in Singapore, has expanded its rental fleet...
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NZ Minerals Council says Coal isn’t going anywhere
Source: New Zealand Minerals Council Coal isn’t going anywhere, despite the Green Party’s attempts to cancel it and risk tanking the New Zealand economy, says New Zealand Minerals Council chief executive...
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Lending Crowd Relaunches for Borrowers as Government Pushes for More Competition
Source: NZ news tips 23rd October 2025 – Lending Crowd Limited (“Lending Crowd”) has reopened its platform to borrowers, positioning itself as part of the new wave of competition and innovation...
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PM to visit Malaysia and Republic of Korea
Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon will travel to Malaysia and to the Republic of Korea from Sunday for high-level talks aimed at strengthening New Zealand’s ties across the...
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Northland News – $187M govt investment in Northland road corridor welcomed
Source: Northland Regional Council The central government is to invest $187 million into parts of the Northland road corridor – including work on an alternative to the Brynderwyn Hills – has...
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Advocacy – Palestine Forum of New Zealand Condemns Israel’s Move to Annex the Occupied West Bank
Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand The Palestine Forum of New Zealand strongly condemns the decision by Israel’s parliament (the Knesset) to advance a bill that would formally annex the...
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Oversight agencies call for urgent and continued focus on safety of children in State care following increase in number of children harmed
Source: Aroturuki Tamariki | Independent Children’s Monitor Chief Executive Arran Jones and Children’s Commissioner Dr Claire Achmad The reduction in recorded instances of harm in secure residences announced today has...
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Health – Campaign calls on Government for permanent fix to school lunch programme
Source: Health Coalition Aotearoa Health Coalition Aotearoa (HCA) is calling on the Government to create a permanent and consistent school lunch programme so every Kiwi child gets the food they need...
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Local News – Keri Brown appointed Deputy Mayor of Lower Hutt
Source: Hutt City Council Fauono Ken Laban, Mayor of Lower Hutt, has announced that Councillor Keri Brown will serve as Deputy Mayor for the 2025-2028 triennium. “Keri brings significant experience and...
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EU Trade Commissioner to visit New Zealand
Source: New Zealand Government European Union Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič will visit New Zealand this week to participate in the European Union-New Zealand Business Summit and first NZ-EU Trade Committee...
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Civil disputes to become quicker and cheaper
Source: New Zealand Government The financial jurisdiction of the Disputes Tribunal will soon double, making civil cases quicker and more affordable for thousands of New Zealanders, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith...
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KiwiNet Research Commercialisation Awards 2025
Source: New Zealand Government Good evening It’s a pleasure to be here tonight to celebrate the 13th annual KiwiNet Research Commercialisation Awards. Thank you to Dr James Hutchinson and KiwiNet...
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Eulogy for Jim Bolger
Source: New Zealand Government We are gathered to give thanks for the life of Jim Bolger, but, first, I thank the Bolger family for the privilege of speaking here today...
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Granny flats get the consent-free go ahead
Source: New Zealand Government Just-passed legislation will soon allow Kiwis to build granny flats up to 70 square metres in their backyards without a building consent, unlocking more housing choices...
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Farmers and foresters urged to stay safe, seek support
Source: New Zealand Government Farmers, growers, and foresters are encouraged to not take unnecessary risks and to heed weather warnings today, Agriculture and Forestry Minister Todd McClay says. “A state...
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210+ new social homes on the way for Waikato
Source: New Zealand Government More than 210 new social homes will be delivered in Waikato by Community Housing Providers (CHPs), Housing Minister Chris Bishop and Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka...
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Penk heads to Chile for South Pacific defence talks
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Defence Minister Chris Penk will travel to Chile this week to attend the South Pacific Defence Ministers’ Meeting (SPDMM). “In an increasingly volatile world, the...
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Latest subnational population estimates available from late October
Latest subnational population estimates available from late October 22 October 2025 Subnational population estimates: At 30 June 2025 will be published on 29 October 2025. Subnational population estimates give the...
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Overwhelming construction industry support for key Health and Safety reforms
Source: New Zealand Government Overwhelming construction industry support for key Health and Safety reforms Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden welcomes a Site Safe survey released today that...
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Iceland and New Zealand enhance practical cooperation
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand and Iceland are deepening cooperation, in the areas of working holidays, taxation and geothermal energy, Foreign Minister Winston Peters has announced. “New Zealand and...