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EIT announces appointment of new CEO
Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 18 seconds ago EIT Council has appointed Lucy Laitinen as its new Chief Executive of the Eastern Institute of Technology Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti. Lucy...
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Government Cuts – Ministry of Health proposes slashing top public health experts – PSA
Source: PSA The Ministry of Health is proposing to cut some of its most skilled and experienced staff in a change proposal released today, less than three weeks before Christmas. The...
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Government backs hornet hunt
Source: New Zealand Government Intensive efforts are under way to combat yellow-legged hornets from Auckland’s North Shore, says Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard. Mr Hoggard, who visited biosecurity operations in Auckland...
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Australia-New Zealand 2+2 Climate and Finance Ministers’ Dialogue Joint Statement
Source: New Zealand Government The Hon Nicola Willis, Minister of Finance and Minister for Economic Growth and the Hon Simon Watts, Minister of Climate Change and Minister for Energy, welcomed...
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Employment Disputes – Fire and Emergency New Zealand Statement
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand STATEMENT – NZPFU strikes again, putting public safety at risk – people should be extra careful – Fire and Emergency New Zealand Deputy National Commander...
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PPP guidance updated to support infrastructure
Source: New Zealand Government Updated guidance for Public-Private Partnership projects in New Zealand will provide greater clarity and consistency to the private sector and government agencies, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop...
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Human Rights Commission intervention a boost for landmark pay equity legal case
Source: PSA The PSA welcomes the High Court confirming that the Human Rights Commission can intervene in the landmark High Court action launched by five unions challenging the Government’s decision to scrap 33...
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Trans-Tasman Maritime Union Federation Ratified: A New Era of Unity for Maritime Workers
Source: Maritime Union of New Zealand The Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) and the Maritime Union of New Zealand (MUNZ) have formally ratified a Trans-Tasman Federation that unites maritime workers...
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60,000+ youth to receive early intervention support
Source: New Zealand Government More than 60,000 at-risk young Kiwis will benefit from a $20.7 million investment into youth development programmes focused on early intervention and prevention support, Youth Minister...
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Ground broken on Waikato medical school
Source: New Zealand Government Construction is now underway on the Waikato’s new medical school – a major milestone in the Government’s plan to train more GPs and strengthen access to...
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Monty Knight’s alleged killer has name suppression extended while mental state assessed
Source: Radio New Zealand Monty Knight. RNZ/Carol Stiles Name suppression for a woman accused of murdering well-known Far North businessman Monty Knight has been extended until April next year while...
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Contract for new SH25 Pepe Stream bridge signed
Source: New Zealand Government Transport Minister Chris Bishop has welcomed news that a contract has been confirmed for design, consenting, and construction of the new two-lane bridge to replace the...
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Kiwis putting cost of living ahead of environment, ministry boss says
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Unsplash The boss of the Ministry for the Environment believes most New Zealanders are more concerned about immediate challenges, particularly pressures on households, than...
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‘Transformed my life’: Call for specialist courts to break addiction cycles
Source: Radio New Zealand Australian-born Melanie Rauth was 13 when drugs and alcohol first entered her life after her parents split. RNZ/Rayssa Almeida A former addict who spent years moving...
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IKEA’s Hawke’s Bay pine tree expansion flames fears residents will be left to pay
Source: Radio New Zealand The highly anticipated opening of Swedish furniture company IKEA in New Zealand comes as a rural community worries about the fire risk from pine plantations. Since...
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95 percent of fast-track amendment bill submitters opposed to changes
Source: Radio New Zealand About 95 percent of feedback on the Fast Track amendment bill is opposed. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone About 95 percent of feedback on the fast-track amendment...
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China’s REIT Market Accelerates Growth, Signaling a New Era for Real Estate Investment
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2025 – China’s Real Estate Investment Trust (C-REIT) market is entering a transformative phase, marked by rapid...
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Value of building work put in place: September 2025 quarter – Stats NZ information release
Source: Statistics New Zealand Value of building work put in place: September 2025 quarter – information release 4 December 2025 Value of building work statistics estimate the value and volume of...
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Monitoring update: July 2024
Source: Tertiary Education Commission At the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC), we gather a range of information about common issues through our monitoring work. We’re committed to partnering with tertiary education...
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Biggest Office Party Night of The Year Set for Unprecedented Surge in 0.0 Drinking
Source: Media Outreach AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2025 – On one of the most popular dates for work festive parties, a new global study* from...
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Principal says school not to blame for mouldy lunches as authorities review footage
Source: Radio New Zealand Haeata Community Campus said they have recalled all of the lunches due to the contamination, but some had already been eaten by students. Supplied The food...
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Health and safety paralysis holding back walkway – volunteers
Source: Radio New Zealand Austin Oliver and Angus Robson at the cordoned off entrance to a once popular walking track. LDR/SUPPLIED About 100 people crowded into the Whakatāne District Council...
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Welcome boost to tourism as new flight route lands in Auckland
Source: New Zealand Government Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston and Immigration Minister Erica Stanford are welcoming the first China Eastern Airlines flight connecting Shanghai, Auckland and Buenos Aires, marking...
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Carrascal Nickel Corporation Strengthens Its Position as a Responsible Mining Leader in APAC Through Sustainability and Community-Focused Initiatives
Source: Media Outreach CARRASCAL, SURIGAO DEL SUR, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2025 – Carrascal Nickel Corporation (CNC), one of the Philippines’ leading nickel mining companies, continues...
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CPA Australia Survey: Hong Kong’s capital market key to sustaining international competitiveness amid conservative businesses outlook for 2026
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2025 – Despite persistent global headwinds and trade tensions, Hong Kong’s financial ecosystem remains a cornerstone of...
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‘Pitiful’ decision on emissions targets will cost the country, former climate commissioner says
Source: Radio New Zealand Professor James Renwick of Victoria University Supplied A government decision to reject stronger climate targets is pitiful, and will cost households in the long run, scientists,...
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Malaysia Remains Committed to Accelerate Transformative Solutions for A Sustainable and Inclusive Future
Source: Media Outreach BELEM, BRAZIL – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2025 – The Malaysia Pavilion concluded its participation at COP30 in Belém, Brazil, reaffirming the nation’s commitment to...