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All Aboard: New electric trains for Lower North Island

· September 8, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government’s $802.9 million investment into the Wairarapa and Manawatū rail lines has now reached a major milestone, with Greater Wellington Regional Council today signing a...

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Federated Farmers push for national pest strategy

· September 5, 2025

Source: Federated Farmers With rising numbers of feral animals hammering farm pasture, fences and native bush, Federated Farmers is calling for a national pest strategy. “Farmers are constantly reporting bigger mobs...

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Expanding support for rough sleepers

· September 5, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has announced five immediate actions to expand the support available for people sleeping rough and help them into social homes, Housing Minister Chris Bishop...