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Youth vaping rates halve within two years, ‘negligible’ number smoking – survey
Source: Radio New Zealand The number of teenagers who vape on a daily basis has dropped to 7.1 percent, down from “peak vape” of 10.1 percent in 2022. 123RF A...
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Hawke’s Bay Regional Prison to get two high security units, adding 316 beds
Source: Radio New Zealand Hawke’s Bay Regional Prison entrance. Google Maps Two new high security units are set to be built at Hawke’s Bay Regional Prison adding an additional 316...
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My daughter has moved to the UK, what happens to her KiwiSaver – Ask Susan
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ’s money correspondent Susan Edmunds answers your questions. RNZ Got questions? RNZ has launched a new podcast, ‘No Stupid Questions’, with Susan Edmunds. We’d love to...
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316 new beds for Hawke’s Bay Regional Prison as prison population hits new peak
Source: New Zealand Government Two new high security units will be built at Hawke’s Bay Regional Prison to help keep criminals off the street and keep Kiwis safe, says Corrections...
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Government trialling new drone tech in push to eradicate bovine TB
Source: Radio New Zealand Drones allowed teams to access remote areas, detect possum populations and pinpoint exactly where people needed to be deployed, Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard says. Supplied The...
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UK bans wet wipes containing plastics, but NZ won’t, government says
Source: Radio New Zealand Contractors use a claw hook attached to a digger to remove a fatberg from a pump station. SUPPLIED The NZ government says it is not considering...
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Funding boost for stem cell cancer treatment
Source: Radio New Zealand Health Minister Simeon Brown. RNZ / Mark Papalii Leukaemia and Blood Cancer New Zealand welcomes the government’s expansion of stem cell transplant services. Health Minister Simeon...
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OSPRI brings drones into the fight against bovine TB
Source: New Zealand Government Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard says the Government is using the latest drone and thermal imaging technology to boost the fight against bovine tuberculosis (TB). Disease eradication...
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‘Believe we can win’: Labour rallies party faithful
Source: Radio New Zealand CTU members at the Labour Party’s AGM in 2025. Anneke Smith / RNZ Labour Party faithful are upbeat as they rally in Auckland’s viaduct, roughly one...
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New cost-cutting measures for wastewater standards announced
Source: Radio New Zealand Local Government Minister Simon Watts made the announcement on Friday. (File photo) RNZ/Mark Papalii The Local Government Minister has announced cost cutting measures for wastewater aimed...
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Doctors’ union, Health NZ keen to get back to bargaining after failed ERA bid
Source: Radio New Zealand Striking senior doctors on the picket line outside Wellington Regional Hospital, in September 2023. RNZ / Ruth Hill Both the doctors and dentists’ union and Health...
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Lens Technology Donates HK$13.1 Million in Aid Following Devastating Tai Po Fire
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 November 2025 – Lens Technology (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd. has pledged an immediate donation of HK$13.1 million to...
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Employment indicators: October 2025 – Stats NZ information release
Source: Statistics New Zealand Employment indicators: October 2025 – information release 28 November 2025 Employment indicators provide an early indication of changes in the labour market. Key factsChanges in the seasonally...
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Singapore Sports Hub renamed The Kallang, signals push to bring more diverse and accessible experiences across sport, entertainment, lifestyle and community
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 November 2025 – Kallang Alive Sport Management, the company that manages the Singapore Sports Hub, today announced it has officially...
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Siam Paragon Unveils NEXTOPIA, a Global First Prototype for the World of Tomorrow
Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 November 2025 – Siam Paragon, one of the world’s most visited global landmarks, continues to hold a Top of...
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New cost-cutting measures for wasterwater standards announced
Source: Radio New Zealand Local Government Minister Simon Watts made the announcement on Friday. (File photo) RNZ/Mark Papalii The Local Government Minister has announced cost cutting measures for wastewater aimed...
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National MP Catherine Wedd leads e-scooter rules revamp
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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Findings from first phase of Whakaari inquest ‘valuable’, but questions remain for bereaved families
Source: Radio New Zealand Anna Adams, is the Counsel assisting the Coroner for bereaved families and survivors. (File photo) RNZ/Calvin Samuel The first phase of the coronial inquest looking into...
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Asian Agri Enhances Community Livelihoods Through Educational and Alternative Income Programmes in Riau
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 November 2025 – As part of its commitment to enhancing community welfare in its operational areas, Asian Agri’s business unit...
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DL Holdings’ Interim Net Profit Surges Over 25-Fold as Digital Finance Strategy Accelerates Implementation
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 November 2025 – DL Holdings Group released its interim financial report for the six months ended September 30,...
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Appointments to the Health Workforce Committee
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
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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Health workers’ strike: Hundreds in Auckland call for increased staffing, better pay
Source: Radio New Zealand In Auckland, hundreds of striking workers picketed outside the central hospital. RNZ / Felix Walton An estimated 7,000 health workers are striking across the country renewing...
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Northland News – Awanui flood scheme progress celebrated
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
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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Employment Disputes – Fire and Emergency received calls to 18 incidents during today’s strike
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand received calls for 18 incidents between 12pm and 1pm today, Friday 28 November, the time of the strike action by...
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New tactics for fight against exotic Caulerpa seaweed
Source: New Zealand Government Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard says the Government and a range of experts have come up with a new strategy to take on the harmful exotic Caulerpa...