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Vandals damage historic church
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 26 February 2026 Work to repair the Serpentine Church, in a remote part of Central Otago, has begun after it was trashed in mid-February. DOC...
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Child poverty stats highlight Government’s failing record
Source: Green Party The Green Party is calling out this Government’s record on child poverty following the release of the latest child poverty statistics. “It’s clear this Government has done...
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Government policies are increasing child poverty
Source: NZCTU NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi president Sandra Grey is blaming the Government for new data released by Stats NZ today that shows child poverty continuing to be a stain...
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Police and Health warn of dangers of nitrous oxide
Source: New Zealand Police Police and the Ministry of Health are working together in response to growing concerns about the misuse of nitrous oxide, particularly when it is used by...
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Parliamentary and business delegation to visit Latin America
Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters will lead a Parliamentary and business delegation to Latin America next week, highlighting the strategic importance of New Zealand’s ties with the region. “This trip is a timely opportunity...
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Government receives final COVID Inquiry report
Source: New Zealand Government The Government welcomes the delivery of the final report from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into COVID-19 Lessons to the Governor-General this morning. “I want to...
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Fewer victims of crime, more police on the beat
Source: New Zealand Government A tough on crime approach and a near doubling of police foot patrols have driven a huge drop in the number of victims of violent crime...
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No annual change in child poverty rates for year ended June 2025 – Child poverty statistics: Year ended June 2025 – Stats NZ news story and information release
Source: Statistics New Zealand No annual change in child poverty rates for year ended June 2025 – news story 26 February 2026 No statistically significant movements occurred in child poverty...
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Increasing household income offset by higher housing costs in year to June 2025 – Household income and housing-cost statistics: Year ended June 2025 – Stats NZ news story and information release
Source: Statistics New Zealand Increasing household income offset by higher housing costs in year to June 2025 – news story 26 February 2026 Household income increased at a slightly higher...
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Child poverty statistics show that children are being let down by flawed economic model
Source: WEAll Aotearoa New Zealand The latest child poverty statistics released today show our country is backsliding on any of the progress made since the Child Poverty Reduction Act was passed....
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Universities – Vice-Chancellor Professor Nic Smith stands down from Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington
Source: Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington Professor Nic Smith is standing down as Vice-Chancellor at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, to take up the role of Vice-Chancellor at...
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Economy – RBNZ opens consultation on second tranche of DTA Standards exposure drafts
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 26 February 2026 – Jess Rowe, Director Prudential Policy, says the opening of this second tranche of consultation marks another milestone as we work towards implementing...
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Save the Children: Child poverty figures demand Government action to address stagnation
Source: Save the Children Thursday 26 February 2026 – Save the Children: Child poverty figures demand Government action to address stagnation. Save the Children is calling on the Government to...
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Update: Water search and rescue Palmerston North
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Palmerston North Area Prevention Manager, Inspector Phil Ward: The search for a man missing in the Manawatū River is continuing today. Search conditions are...
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Child material hardship climbs to 10-year high – CPAG
Source: Child Poverty Action Group The number of children living in material hardship has reached a 10-year high, with 14.3% of children, nearly 170,000 children, living in material hardship. Figures released...
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Tech – Fujitsu automates entire software development lifecycle with new AI-Driven Software Development Platform
Source: Fujitzu Platform will be used in modifications of all 67 software packages provided to medical and governmental industry customers by end of fiscal year 2026 Fujitsu Limited. Sydney, Australia,...
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University Research – School experience plays a critical role in teen mental health, new Growing Up in New Zealand findings show – UoA
Source: University of Auckland – UoA How young people experience school plays a critical role in their mental health, according to new findings from Growing Up in New Zealand. The...
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Government must reverse disastrous pay equity changes
Source: NZCTU NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi Secretary Melissa Ansell-Bridges is calling on political parties to adopt the recommendations of the People’s Select Committee and ensure that women are valued and...
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Govt refusal to prioritise trans and non-binary protections disgraceful
Source: NZCTU The Out@Work Council of the New Zealand Council of Trade Unions is deeply disappointed by the Government’s decision to not prioritise the Law Commission’s recommendations to explicitly protect...
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Financial Results – Kiwibank delivers positive half-year result and continues faster than market growth
Source: Kiwibank Kiwibank delivered a positive half-year result for the six months to 31 December 2025 (1H26), with net profit after tax of $103 million, up 12% on the prior...
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Alternative Dental Policy – New report highlights overseas oral health models, showing alternatives for New Zealand
Source: Dental for All A new report published today by Dental For All explores eight overseas approaches to oral healthcare and shows another way is possible for Aotearoa New Zealand....
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Patrol catches alleged fraudster
Source: New Zealand Police An alleged fraud offender’s numbers were up after he was caught up with by a late-night patrol. The Auckland City Beat Team were assisting with mobile...
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Speech to Local Government Meeting
Source: New Zealand Government Thank you to LGNZ for the opportunity, and thank you to the mayors, chairs, and councilors for putting your names forward to serve your communities. It’s...
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Police acknowledge IPCA findings on care in custody
Source: New Zealand Police Police acknowledge the Independent Police Conduct Authority’s findings into an incident in 2023 where a man self-harmed while in Police custody. The incident occurred on 6...
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Gecko repatriation closes curious trans-national case
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 26 February 2026 Jewelled geckos are native to the southeast of the South Island and are generally a striking bright green with diamond-shaped patches or...
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Shooting incident, three arrested, Te Kauwhata
Source: New Zealand Police Three people are due in court today following a shooting incident in Te Kauwhata, north of Huntly. Police received a call shortly before 7am on Saturday...
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Kiwi drones to boost Defence capability
Source: New Zealand Government Innovative Kiwi drones will be trialled by the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) to strengthen capability while growing local industry, Defence Minister Judith Collins announced today. ...