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Benefit levels fail to keep families out of poverty
Source: Green Party The Salvation Army’s State of the Nation report is a bleak indictment on the failure of Government to take steps to end poverty, with those on benefits,...
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Property solution for Wellington Girls’ College
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is providing Wellington Girls’ College certainty by confirming funding for the school’s long-term property solution.“Cabinet has approved funding for the next stage of the...
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Environment – Climate and public health the winners as big waste incineration proposal fails – Greenpeace
Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace welcomes news that a land-use agreement in Glenavy has lapsed and will not be renewed, which means a proposed $350 million waste to energy incinerator cannot be built...
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SH76 Brougham Street upgrades prioritised as a Road of Regional Significance
Source: New Zealand Government The Government will prioritise delivery of upgrades to SH76 Brougham Street in Christchurch as a Road of Regional Significance, including an overbridge between Collins and Simeon...
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Consultation opens on fisheries reforms
Source: New Zealand Government Feedback is being sought on proposed changes to the Fisheries Act which Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says are the most significant reforms in the...
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Fisheries reform: proposed amendments to the Fisheries Act
Source: Ministry for Primary Industries Have your say Fisheries New Zealand wants your feedback on a package of proposals that will enhance value to fishers and better ensure sustainability. These...
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Twelve months to re-negotiate contracts before income threshold policy takes effect
Source: New Zealand Government Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden says an income threshold for unjustified dismissal claims will apply to existing employment agreements after one year. The...
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“Phoenix Go Glocal” Reaches the Middle East! Hit the 2025 World Government Summit
Source: Media Outreach DUBAI, UAE – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 February 2025 – The World Government Summit, known as “the world’s largest and most influential” intergovernmental forum, was held...
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Legendary US Rock Band Green Day Kick Off Asian Tour at Galaxy Arena, Making Their First Performance in China After a 15-Year Hiatus and Igniting an Unforgettable Night of Rock’n Roll
Source: Media Outreach MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 February 2025 – One of the world’s most influential rock bands, Green Day officially launched their Asian tour on...
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Dusit International and Grand Land Inc. break ground on ASAI Cebu Oslob – the first ASAI resort in the Philippines
Source: Media Outreach Expected to open in late 2026, ASAI Cebu Oslob will introduce ASAI Hotels’ signature blend of modern design, local experiences, and vibrant communal spaces to one of...
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Experts chosen for electricity market review
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has appointed independent experts to review the performance of the electricity markets, Energy Minister Simon Watts and Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones say. “The...
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2025 Pacific Judicial Conference
Source: New Zealand Governor General Rau rangatira mā, e huihui nei, tēnei aku mihi nui ki a koutou. Nau mai haere mai ki Te Whare Kawana o Tāmaki Makaurau. Kia ora...
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2025 Taipei Lantern Festival Dazzles with “Lucky Snake Comes”
Source: Media Outreach TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 February 2025 – The 2025 Taipei Lantern Festival lit up the city on the evening of February 2, kicking...
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Kāinga Ora getting firmer on rent payments
Source: New Zealand Government Kāinga Ora is introducing clearer consequences for state house tenants who skip rent payments, build up debt, then refuse to work with the social housing provider...
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Privacy Commissioner welcomes Government rethink of social service data collection
Source: Privacy Commissioner Privacy Commissioner John Edwards has welcomed the Governments plans to rethink the practice of collecting individual client level data from social service providers. The Government announced today...
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Better competition on the way for Kiwis
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is progressing its ambitious, economy-wide review to improve competition, lift productivity, and drive down the cost of living, Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Andrew...
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Address to Public Service Leaders
Source: New Zealand Government Good afternoon everyone and thank you all for making the time to be here.I wanted to speak to you early in my tenure as your new...
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Supporting farmers to ‘meat’ global food demand
Source: New Zealand Government Minister of Agriculture Todd McClay today hosted a Lamb barbecue to mark National Lamb Day (15 February 2025) for farmers, industry representatives, MPs, and media at...
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Calling rangatahi changemakers: Applications now open for Save the Children’s 2025 Youth Ambassador programme
Source: Save the Children Save the Children is searching for passionate young changemakers to join Generation Hope New Zealand, an inspiring youth leadership programme that empowers rangatahi aged 14 – 18...
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Social Issues – Disability support services consultation underway – from Invercargill to Whangarei
Source: Ministry of Social Development People in the disability community are invited to have their say in a six-week consultation that begins this week and runs until 24 March 2025. Disability...
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Universities – Covid strategies ‘fell short’ for Pacific people, research finds – UoA
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) Research on the impacts of Covid-19 highlights high death rates among Pacific people in Aotearoa and the need to provide better support in the future....
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Daily attendance dashboard is live
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour has today announced that the new daily attendance dashboard is now live. “The attendance dashboard will facilitate the daily recording and...
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Spaghetti Government
Source: ACT Party The Haps The country turned 185 on Thursday, but not everyone wanted to celebrate and debate. David Seymour’s address is here. They turned their backs and took his microphone,...
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Artyzen Hospitality Group Expands to Xi’an with New Luxury Lifestyle Hotel
Source: Media Outreach SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 February 2025 – Artyzen Hospitality Group (AHG), a wholly owned subsidiary of Shun Tak Holdings Limited (HKSE: 242) today...
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Release: Health system will suffer from ‘let it fail’ strategy
Source: New Zealand Labour Party National’s cutting of digital staff in our health system will put patients at risk and leave hospitals vulnerable to cyber-attack. Feedback from Health New Zealand...
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Pingtung’s Diverse Experiences Become a Highlight of Taiwan Tourism with the launch of eight new travel routes
Source: Media Outreach PINGTUNG, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 February 2025 – “Taiwan is a great travel choice!” The Pingtung County Government promotes tourism with an innovative approach,...
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Release: Cuts to school bus routes put Northland kids at risk
Source: New Zealand Labour Party The Government is putting cost-cutting ahead of kids’ safety with its decision to cut rural school bus routes in Northland. “Expecting young students to walk...