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Business NZ seeks government loan support for firms moving away from gas
Source: Radio New Zealand 123rf Business New Zealand is making what it says is a rare plea for business supports – in the form of below-market rate loans to help...
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The 2026 World Internet Conference Asia-Pacific Summit Concludes Successfully
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 April 2026 – On April 14, the two-day 2026 World Internet Conference Asia-Pacific Summit, themed “Digital and Intelligent...
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Why visitors to Western Springs (and other parks) shouldn’t feed the birds
Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland’s Western Springs Park is a home to numerous native waterfowl and other birds. Older generations remember a time when feeding birds at the park was...
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Govt gives fuel companies ‘fair warning’ over sharing of detailed information on shipments
Source: Radio New Zealand Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones says stronger action is on the cards next week. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Cabinet minister Shane Jones is putting pressure on...
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Black Ferns relive World Cup pain to prepare for Canada
Source: Radio New Zealand Black Ferns dejected after their World Cup semi-final loss to Canada. www.photosport.nz Black Ferns hooker Georgia Ponsonby lay in bed last night watching another replay of...
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Still time to nominate native forest champions
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries There is still time to nominate outstanding native forest initiatives for the 2026 Growing Native Forest Champions Awards, with nominations closing on Friday 17...
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Govt Funding – New Board won’t fix Health NZ without funding reset – digital services must be prioritised – PSA
Source: PSA A new Health NZ Board cannot fix a broken system without a fundamental funding reset – starting with the gutted Digital Services group. The PSA congratulates incoming Chair Mark...
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Govt Cuts – New report from Save Science Coalition lays bare human cost of science cuts
Source: PSA A group of scientists are calling for an expanded, non-partisan approach to science funding after two years of widespread cost-cutting by the coalition government resulting in over 700 science...
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Defence News – Pacific co-operation: New Zealand Defence Force and Papua New Guinea
Source: New Zealand Defence Force A Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) C-130J Hercules will deliver aid supplies to Papua New Guinea following the recent cyclone, while another New Zealand...
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Labour’s Russell says only tax policy its campaigning on is CGT, accuses National of lying about it
Source: Radio New Zealand Deborah Russell says it’ not the first time National has “lied” about Labour’s CGT policy. RNZ / REECE BAKER Labour’s revenue spokesperson has clarified the only...
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Year-on-year increase in jobseekers finding work
Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Social Development and Employment Louise Upston, welcomes new figures out today showing more New Zealanders moved off benefit and into work over the year...
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Asian Sports and Leisure Online Exhibition 2026: Connecting Global Buyers with the Future of Sports and Leisure
Source: Media Outreach TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 April 2026 – The Asian Sports and Leisure Online Exhibition 2026 (ASLE 2026) will officially open on April 16,...
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Appointments – Watkins joins BusinessNZ as Director of Communications
Source: BusinessNZ BusinessNZ has announced the appointment of Tracy Watkins, one of New Zealand’s most experienced and respected media operators, as its new Director of Communications. Watkins joins BusinessNZ from Stuff...
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WoF and CoF A changes to save Kiwis billions
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand’s Warrant of Fitness (WoF) and Certificate of Fitness A (CoF A) light vehicle inspection requirements will soon be significantly reformed, saving Kiwis time and money,...
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Finance Minister Nicola Willis joins calls for return of free and safe Strait of Hormuz
Source: Radio New Zealand Finance Minister Nicola Willis. Samuel Rillstone/RNZ The Finance Minister has joined international counterparts in calling for a return to free and safe transit through the Strait...
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Replacement for outgoing Health NZ board chairperson announced
Source: Radio New Zealand Lester Levy had been installed as commissioner in 2024 after the board was axed. (File photo) RNZ / Nick Monro Health Minister Simeon Brown has announced...
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IMPEX 2026 returns as Hong Kong’s largest immigration and property expo on 18-19 April, expanding its focus on global mobility and asset planning
Source: Media Outreach Asset Mix Shifts, Australia Overtakes Britain In Migration Appeal, Southeast Asia Interest DoublesHeadline Seminars: Shih Wing-Ching On Capital Flows, Wu Kwok Wai On Overseas Property PitfallsExperts Tackle...
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Scientists left ‘homeless’ after government’s job cuts, advocates say
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ This story discusses suicide. An unemployed scientist says she’s seen colleagues left homeless and suicidal because of job cuts. A group of science organisations, the...
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SH73 Candys Bend resilience project getting underway
Source: New Zealand Government A major resilience project on State Highway 73 (SH73) at Candys Bend between Christchurch and the West Coast is getting underway to repair a damaged retaining...
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Community urges retail crime group to focus on youth offences before dissolution
Source: Radio New Zealand The ministerial advisory group on retail crime led by Sunny Kaushal (left) has made several recommendations to the government on ways to reduce crime. RNZ /...
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Indian government concerned by Sikh parade disruptions
Source: Radio New Zealand Two religious processions organised by members of the Sikh community have been disrupted in recent months by protesters linked to Destiny Church. Supplied The Indian government...
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Remaining retail crime group members defend work amid criticism
Source: Radio New Zealand Hamilton liquor retailer Himashu Parmar is one of the last remaining members of the outgoing advisory group on retail crime. Supplied The last remaining members of...
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Energy Transitions – Support transition before we’re gone: Latest gas report calls for Govt assistance
Source: BusinessNZ A new report is calling on all political parties to support a transition away from gas for commercial and industrial users, in the face of significant gas price increases...
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High Court Decision – PSNA says High Court Superfund decision a victory for Palestinian rights
Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) The High Court in Auckland has found policies of the NZ Superfund are ‘unreasonable and unlawful’ and fail to properly address human rights...
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New appointments for Health New Zealand Board
Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has today announced a new Chair and members for the Board of Health New Zealand, reinforcing its focus on delivering for patients....
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SH73 Candy’s Bend resilience project getting underway
Source: New Zealand Government A major resilience project on State Highway 73 (SH73) at Candys Bend between Christchurch and the West Coast is getting underway to repair a damaged...
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Marlborough moves ferry solution forward
Source: New Zealand Government The Marlborough District Council has today started its consultation programme to fund Port Marlborough’s $110 million capped contribution to revenue-earning port assets in Picton, Rail Minister...