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First Responders – Tiwai Peninsula vegetation fire update
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand crews have been working hard to contain a large vegetation fire in mixed scrub and wetland on Tiwai Peninsula in...
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Farmers welcome Kāinga Ora back-track on wool carpets – Federated Farmers
Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers is welcoming today’s decision by Kāinga Ora to give wool carpet providers the chance to tender for supply of carpet and underlay in its homes. A...
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First Responders – Vegetation fire along Bay of Plenty train track now contained
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand received multiple calls to a large vegetation fire burning along the railway line by Wainui South Road, Whakamarama in Western...
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A triumph over anti-car ideology
Source: ACT Party Welcoming the delivery from tonight of increased speed limits – an ACT coalition commitment – ACT Leader David Seymour says: “Sensible speed limits are a triumph for...
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Ministers welcome Kāinga Ora’s revised approach to wool carpets
Source: New Zealand Government Housing Minister Chris Bishop and Associate Agriculture Minister Mark Patterson have welcomed Kāinga Ora’s decision to re-open its tender for carpets to allow wool carpet suppliers...
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Cops catch up with speeding drivers
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police in Avondale caught up with two speeding vehicles within minutes of each other during the early hours of this morning. Just after 2am,...
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Hawke’s Bay patients to benefit from new and improved radiology and cancer treatment services
Source: New Zealand Government Enabling works have begun this week on an expanded radiology unit at Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital which will double CT scanning capacity in Hawke’s...
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Call to End Prescribing Puberty Blockers In NZ
Source: Family First MEDIA RELEASE 30 January 2025 Family First is calling for an immediate end to new prescribing of puberty blockers due to the clear lack of quality probative...
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Final step underway to decide council election boundaries
Source: Auckland Council Auckland Council’s final proposal for representation arrangements will soon be considered by the Local Government Commission, taking Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland one step closer to confirmed electoral boundaries...
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Two to front court after plans spiked
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) A man who drove a stolen car recklessly from Bombay to Hamilton has had his plans spiked. At about 8.15pm, officers observed the stolen...
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Universities – Remarkable climate solutions nominated for this year’s Earthshot Prize – Vic
Source: Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington An ocean remediation project, a predator-free blueprint, cleaner greenhouses, and a clean technology pioneer are the nominees put forward this year by Te...
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Police make arrest over Ōkaihau hit-and-run
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) One man has been charged over a fatal hit-and-run in Ōkaihau on Tuesday night. An investigation has been underway since the teenage cyclist was...
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Palmerston North Police make arrests after three violent incidents
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Palmerston North Police have made arrests following three violent incidents across the city this month. In the last few weeks, Police have arrested three...
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TCMA joins Saraburi Province to mark one year anniversary of progress “SARABURI SANDBOX” Thailand’s first low-carbon city
Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 January 2025 – Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) and cement manufacturers with fully support to Saraburi Province, government agencies,...
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Health – Increase in Closed Books No Surprise to General Practice Owners – GenPro
Source: General Practice Owners Association (GenPro) The increasing number of general practices closing their books to new patients is no surprise to the General Practice Owners Association (GenPro). New research...
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The EM DISTRICT Bangkok Unveils Spectacular Chinese New Year Celebrations with 3,000 Panda to Mark 50 Years of Thai-Chinese Diplomatic Friendship
Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 January 2025 – The EM DISTRICT Bangkok is thrilled to announce an extraordinary Chinese New Year celebration in honor...
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Man arrested following unprovoked assault in Palmerston North
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Attributable to Detective Sergeant Shelley Ross: A man has been arrested following an assault at a Palmerston North Park this afternoon, Wednesday 29 January....
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SH15 to remain closed overnight
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency 29 January 2025 3:41 pm | NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) advises State Highway 15 between Maungatapere and Otaika...
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Road blocked, SH30, Bennydale
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) State Highway 30 is blocked after a truck rolled dislodging a powerline around 12:56pm. The driver received minor injuries. The road is expected to...
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Make a splash at these toddler pools this summer
Source: Auckland Council As Auckland temperatures rise, many tots and toddlers will enjoy cooling off in one of the regions’ pools this summer – even if they haven’t learnt the...
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Health – College of GPs welcomes newest GP and rural hospital medicine trainees
Source: Royal NZ College of General Practitioners The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (the College) welcomes the 221 year 1 registrars who have started their journeys to becoming specialist...
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Release: More road deaths likely if evidence not followed
Source: New Zealand Labour Party Any road deaths as a result of increased speed limits will now be on the Government’s hands. “Where it is safe to do so, we...
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Fleeing driver: Charges confirmed
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) A man is expected in court today, following a fleeing driver incident across much of central Auckland. On Tuesday, a vehicle with mismatching plates...
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Police seek information on Ōkaihau hit-and-run
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Northland Police is investigating the fatal hit-and-run of a cyclist in Ōkaihau last night. An investigation team is forming in the small Far North...
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Wheels come off yard burglary
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Two men face a slew of charges after their alleged burglary plans uncoupled on Auckland Anniversary Day. On Monday, frontline Police responded to a...
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Pair arrested after Panmure aggravated robbery
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police were on the money, arresting two offenders shortly after an aggravated robbery in Panmure this morning. Just after 9am, two offenders entered the...
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Animal Welfare – Warmer weather brings increased risks to dogs – NZVA
Source: NZ Veterinary Association Dog owners are being warned to keep their pets away from highly toxic karaka berries and algal blooms this summer, and to contact their veterinarian immediately if...