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Ministerial statement on the Middle East
Source: New Zealand Government Mr Speaker, The situation in the Middle East is of the gravest concern. No New Zealanders want to wake up to news of more bombing, more...
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Fullout Unveils Ribbed Dusty Rose Gold Collection: Empowering Women Through Stylish Activewear
Source: Media Outreach New ribbed activewear collection from FullOut for a better yoga and fitness experience. Introducing the Ribbed Activewear Collection SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 June 2025...
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Māori Organisations Condemn Destiny Church’s Attacks on Faith-based Communities
Source: Toitū Te Tiriti and Kaiāwhina Aotearoa Toitū Te Tiriti and Kaiāwhina Aotearoa unequivocally condemn the abhorrent actions of Destiny Church targeting faith communities in Tāmaki Makaurau on Saturday, 21 June. ...
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Health and Govt Funding – Funding hike shows benefit of collective voice for general practice
Source: GenPro A potential 13 percent increase in funding for general practice shows the benefit of a strong collective voice that supports family doctors and face-to-face consultations in our communities,...
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Marine Environment – Latest trawl bycatch numbers “a grim wake-up call” – Greenpeace
Source: Greenpeace The latest fisheries bycatch data paints a grim picture, with trawlers hauling up thousands of kilograms of coral and killing hundreds of fur seals and seabirds over a 12...
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BusinessNZ Planning Forecast: Improving forecast for some areas
Source: BusinessNZ The BusinessNZ Planning Forecast for the June quarter indicates the NZ economy will likely grow at nearly 3% by 2027, however it is facing strong headwinds caused by international and domestic...
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Emergency Management – New Partnership Unites Sectors to Strengthen New Zealand’s Disaster Resilience – NEMA
Source: National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) A Natural Hazards Resilience Partnership has been signed today to enhance New Zealand’s response to and recovery from natural disasters. The National Emergency Management...
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Canon’s ‘THINK BIG’ Series Returns to Hong Kong to Drive Business Transformation in the Artificial Intelligence Era
Source: Media Outreach Event to showcase next-gen business solutions and expert-led strategies for businesses to enhance efficiency and competitiveness HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 June 2025...
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Government Funding – Nurses need share of primary health care funding increase – NZNO
Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation Increases in primary care funding announced today must be passed onto nurses to fix chronic staff shortages so New Zealanders can get in to see health...
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Federated Farmers call on Minister Watts to rule out yet another tax
Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers is calling on the Revenue Minister to rule out yet another tax, this time a controversial Inland Revenue proposal hitting the not-for-profit sector. Under the proposal,...
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Environment – Brand new Stats NZ groundwater reporting highlights serious risk to public from Govt proposal to weaken freshwater protections
Source: Choose Clean Water – Tom Kay Stats NZ’s latest groundwater reporting shows New Zealanders are already at risk from contaminated drinking water sources and highlights the threat to the...
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Politics and Employment – NZ government out of touch on employment rights – CTU
Source: NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi The commitment at the 113th International Labour Organization conference to develop a binding Convention for securing decent work in the platform economy shows how disconnected...
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Government out of touch on employment rights
Source: NZCTU The commitment at the 113th International Labour Organization conference to develop a binding Convention for securing decent work in the platform economy shows how disconnected and out of...
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Prime Minister strengthens NZ’s ties with Europe
Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has held high-level talks with European Union leaders in Brussels, to underline the close ties between New Zealand and the EU. “The European...
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Lifesaving funding boosts for Kiwis’ outdoor safety
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Transport Minister James Meager has confirmed an additional $76.7 million for New Zealand Search and Rescue over three years, to ensure 12 organisations can continue...
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Frequently asked questions (FAQs) – changes to vocational education
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Can you please explain the different groups involved in the changes? ISBsIndustry Skills Boards Industry Skills Boards are new entities that will be established formally from...
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Changes for prescribing ADHD medications
Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey has welcomed prescribing changes that will enable GPs and nurse practitioners to diagnose and treat adults with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder...
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Government recognises Matariki near Ohakune
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is recognising Matariki at the official ceremony near Ohakune today, Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Paul Goldsmith and Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka say....
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Global report praises NZ’s sustainable fisheries
Source: New Zealand Government A United Nations report ranking New Zealand’s fisheries among the world’s most sustainable is strong recognition of the sector’s hard work, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane...
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Backing fair trade and healthy oceans
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing a further $150,000 to support implementation of the WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agreement—ensuring New Zealand exporters can compete on a level playing field...
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NZ-NASA partnership launches five new projects
Source: New Zealand Government Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti and Space Minister Judith Collins have today announced that in partnership with the US, the Government is investing...
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GPs to receive record funding boost
Source: New Zealand Government General practices are set to benefit from the largest funding boost in New Zealand’s history – because frontline care starts with your local GP, Health Minister...
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Australia’s ‘solar godfather’: Vietnam leads Southeast Asia’s clean energy transition
Source: Media Outreach HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 June 2025 – With the invention of solar cells using Passivated Emitter and Rear Contact (PERC) technology, Prof. Martin...
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Own Award-Winning Luxury Resort-Style Residences at Thailand’s VEHHA Hua Hin with Limited-Time Discounts
Source: Media Outreach Discover Luxury Resort-Style Living at VEHHA Hua Hin – Thailand’s Tallest Residential Tower Offering Panoramic Ocean Views, Hotel-Style Services, and a Complete Living Lifestyle with Exclusive Access...
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Travel Smart: Get Rewarded for Flying Direct to Hualien from Hong Kong
Source: Media Outreach HUALIEN, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 June 2025 – Discover a new side of Taiwan with the new direct flight from Hong Kong to Hualien,...
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Regional Infrastructure Fund backs solar energy
Source: New Zealand Government Three solar projects in regional New Zealand will receive loans of up to $28.1 million combined from the Regional Infrastructure Fund to ensure security of local...
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Overseas investment decisions twice as fast
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Minister of Finance David Seymour is encouraged to see overseas investment decisions being made twice as fast following his Ministerial directive letter (the letter) to...