Stronger enforcement and protection for migrant workers
Source: New Zealand Government
Temporary migrant workers will be better protected by sweeping changes to prevent exploitation and improve enforcement, say Deputy Prime Minister Winston...
High Court rules that abatement notices served on BWO remain in place
Source: Environmental Protection Authority
The High Court decision means the abatement notices issued by the EPA remain in place.
BWO had commenced activities to disconnect its...
Fishing – Precautionary Closure to Upper Tekapo Canal Trout Fishery
Source: MIL-OSI Submissions
Source: Fish and Game NZ
Angler concern over the sustainability of one of the world’s best “trophy” trout fisheries will lead to a precautionary...
Local writer and NorthTec graduate self-publishes book
Source: NorthTec
After successfully completing Diploma of Applied Writing with NorthTec’s graduating class of 2017 Barbara Carr has gone on to self-publish her first book...
Serious Crash – Ngapipi Road, Ōrākei
Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
Police are in attendance at a two car crash on Ngapipi Road, Ōrākei.
Emergency services were called to the scene...
Employment – Retention of international skills the right move – BusinessNZ
Source: MIL-OSI Submissions
Source: BusinessNZ
Visa extensions and a postponed stand down period for low-paid Essential Skills visa holders will help firms retain international skills, BusinessNZ Chief...
First Responders – Fire and Emergency warns against burn offs while heavy winds forecast
Source: MIL-OSI Submissions
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand
Forecasters are expecting heavy winds to hit Canterbury overnight Tuesday and into Wednesday.
Fire and Emergency want anyone planning...
