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Source: Plant and Food New Zealand – Press Release/Statement: Headline: The challenge of gene editing a plant (NT) Gene editing is a new technology with the potential to breed new crops faster. With changing regulations worldwide on how gene editing can be incorporated into food production systems, what does it actually take to gene edit … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are attending a serious crash in Pukekohe this morning. The crash occurred at around 9.15am, involving a vehicle and pedestrian at the intersection of Ward and Wellington streets. The pedestrian is currently in a serious condition. Police are aware that traffic has built up in the area, and … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Work to ensure the continued safety of wire rope barriers on State Highway 1 Ara Tūhono – Pūhoi to Warkworth motorway got underway this week. Crews are carrying out maintenance on a 5km section of barriers located between the Johnstones Hill tunnels and the Watson Rd bridge crossing (the third … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency The first planned night closures of State Highway 2 Remutaka Hill for 2025 begin this coming Sunday. The route will be closed for planned maintenance for five nights, 9 pm to 4 am, from Sunday, 23 February to Friday morning 28 February. (Sunday to Thursday nights). Road crews will be … Read more
Source: Media Outreach WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 February 2025 – The capital came alive this weekend with thousands of Wellingtonians enjoying all the range of activities on offer at the Lunar New Year Festival, organised by Asian Events Trust, held on 16 February at TSB Arena, Shed 6 and Frank … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) An investigation is under way into the death of a person, who was found following a car fire at Puketaha overnight. Emergency services were called to a vehicle fire at the intersection of Marshmeadow and Holland roads about 3.50am. The person was found deceased in the vehicle by firefighters, … Read more
Source: Auckland Council You can now have your say on proposed updates to Auckland Council’s Cemetery and Crematoria Bylaw. These changes follow a statutory review of the bylaw and will not impact the day-to-day running of Auckland’s public cemeteries. Auckland Council looks after more than 50 cemeteries in Tāmaki Makaurau, including North Shore Memorial Park, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is turbo charging growth to return confidence to the primary sector through common sense policies that are driving productivity and farm-gate returns, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay announced today. “The latest Federated Farmers Farm Confidence Survey highlights strong momentum across the sector and the Government’s firm commitment to back rural … Read more
Source: Federated Farmers Farmer confidence has risen to its highest level in over a decade, rebounding from record lows in recent years. Federated Farmers’ latest Farm Confidence Survey shows falling interest rates, rising incomes and more favourable farming rules have all played a major role in that improvement. “I’ve definitely noticed a significant shift in the mood … Read more
Source: Media Outreach CHONBURI, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 February 2025 – Merit Food Products, the maker of popular brands such as MeritO, Native Forest and 365 Whole Foods Market coconut milk, has been named PETA Asia’s 2024 Company of the Year for its initiative in eliminating monkey labor from its coconut supply … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – EQS Newswire – 18 February 2025 – On February 18, HUAWEI revealed its latest products at a launch event in Malaysia, including the HUAWEI Mate XT | Ultimate Design, while announcing a strategic collaboration with Macau Pass. This partnership integrates MPay—Macao’s leading mobile payment platform—making it one of … Read more
Source: Media Outreach MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 February 2025 – Galaxy Macau™ presents the world-renowned Italian crossover king of classic and pop music, Andrea Bocelli, who will perform his first concert in Macau at Galaxy Arena on March 29, 2025. This marks the first time the legendary tenor has appeared at … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Improving people’s experience with the Justice system is at the heart of a package of Bills which passed its first reading today Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee says. “The 63 changes in these Bills will deliver real impacts for everyday New Zealanders. The changes will improve court timeliness and efficiency, boost … Read more
Source: Media Outreach JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 February 2025 – IT News Africa is proud to announce the IT Leaders Forum2025, a premier gathering of top technology and information industry experts. The event is set to take place on March 12, 2025, at the Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel in Sandton. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) A person has died following an incident involving a motorcycle in Mountfort Park in Weymouth this evening. The incident was reported to Police at 7.40pm. Cordons are in place within the park and members of the public are asked to avoid the area. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) State Highway 8 between Millers Flat and Raes Junction is being impacted by flooding. Motorists are asked take alternative routes if possible, or delay travel. Anyone travelling on the road is asked to drive with caution and adjust your driving to the conditions. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre. … Read more
Source: ACT Party Responding to President Trump’s announcement of a reciprocal tariff regime, ACT Finance spokesperson Todd Stephenson says: “ACT has previously argued to scrap our remaining tariffs. President Trump’s announcement makes this urgent. “New Zealand charges tariffs on imported products like clothing, makeup, biscuits, gardening tools, railway locomotives, and ambulances. Under Trump’s plan, these tariffs … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) State Highway 2 near Matatā is blocked following a crash this evening. Police were advised at 6.20pm that a ute had rolled on State Highway 2, between the two turnoffs into McPherson Street. The driver is reported to have serious injuries and the road is expected to remain closed … Read more
Source: Peace Action Wellington In a report released today, the Independent Police Conduct Authority has called for new standalone legislation directed at preemptively policing protest. “I completely reject the IPCA recommendation for a specific protest law. It will limit our fundamental rights and freedoms,” said Valerie Morse. “We already have a great protest law: it’s … Read more
Source: Office of the Privacy Commissioner Today’s release of two reports into the protection of personal information show agencies must be better at privacy, says Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster. The Inquiry into how government agencies protected personal information for the 2023 Census and COVID-19 vaccination programme (the PSC Inquiry) and the Independent investigation and assurance review … Read more
Source: New Zealand Labour Party “The ACT Party can’t be bothered putting an MP on one of the Justice subcommittees hearing submissions on their own Treaty Principles Bill,” Labour Justice Spokesperson Duncan Webb said. “It is bad enough that ACT has put New Zealand through the expense and anguish of this doomed Bill, but to … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Returning the Ō-Rākau battle site to tūpuna ownership will help to recognise the past and safeguard their stories for the benefit of future generations, Minister for Māori Crown Relations Tama Potaka says.The Te Pire mō Ō-Rākau, Te Pae o Maumahara / Ō-Rākau Remembrance Bill passed its third reading at Parliament today. … Read more
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 18 February 2025Last updated 18 February 2025 Print Share This page provides information about tertiary education organisations’ (TEOs’) reporting on TEO-led Workplace Literacy and Numeracy (TEO-led WLN) delivery, and our monitoring of their performance.This page provides information about tertiary education organisations’ (TEOs’) reporting on TEO-led Workplace Literacy and Numeracy … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) advises resurfacing work will take place on southbound lanes 1 & 2 (clip-on lanes) of the Auckland Harbour Bridge this weekend. This will require longer than a typical overnight closure due to the nature of the material used to pave the bridge. Southbound lanes … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency 18 February 2025 2:49 pm | NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is urging drivers to expect delays following a truck breakdown on Hawke’s Bay Expressway. The truck is partially blocking the northbound lane just before Tutaekuri River Bridge. The southbound lane is unaffected. However motorists … Read more
Source: Media Outreach The MICHELIN Guide announced its arrival in Manila and Environs & Cebu for an upcoming 2026 selection The restaurant selection for the inaugural edition will be revealed in the last quarter of 2025 The renowned anonymous MICHELIN Inspectors are already in the field MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 February … Read more
Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Laurence Smith, Principal Advisor – Biosecurity says there are currently no eradication tools available for didymo. “Didymo can be spread by a single drop of water. Even if you can’t see it, you could be spreading it. “There are many waterways in Waitaha/Canterbury that are free of didymo, so it’s … Read more