Development News – Development Contribution Fee Overhaul Sparks Cautious Optimism, Says Property Council

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Source: Property Council New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand – Property Council New Zealand has welcomed today’s announcement regarding the overhaul of development contribution fees, a move it believes will pave the way for more commercial viability and the construction of much-needed homes across the country. Leonie Freeman, Chief Executive of Property Council New Zealand, expressed … Read more

First Responders – Waipoua River fire update #5

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Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand There were no significant flareups at the Waipoua River fire overnight. Three helicopters, four heavy machinery, 50 ground crew and 15 Incident Management Team personnel are back at work this morning keeping on top of the fire and working to achieve full containment. Incident Controller Corey Matchitt says it is … Read more

Local News – Feel the benefits of going outdoors during Parks Week – Porirua

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Source: Porirua City Council Did you know that spending time outside can help to reduce stress and put you in a better mood? Luckily for Porirua residents, there are more than 180 parks and reserves dotted across the city, offering green spaces and a chance to get back to nature. While the benefits of exercising or … Read more

Arrest made following assault in Christchurch park

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Attributable to Detective Sergeant James Haigh, Canterbury CIB Police have today arrested a male youth in relation to a serious assault at the Richmond Village Green on Stanmore Road on 4 February. The male, aged 16, will appear in the Christchurch Youth Court today charged with wounding with intent … Read more

Auckland overnight motorway closures 2–10 March 2025

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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi advises of the following closures for motorway improvements. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date, prior to Friday, 7 March 2025. Please note this traffic bulletin is updated every Friday. Daily updated closure information(external link) Unless otherwise stated, closures start … Read more

Resurfacing works continue next week – State Highway 1, Wellington to Tawa 

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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency People travelling northbound on State Highway 1 between the Terrace Tunnel and Tawa need to ready for nighttime resurfacing works next week. Night works are planned on the Wellington Urban Motorway, and also at Tawa. On Monday and Tuesday nights (3 and 4 March), between 9 pm and 4:30 am, road … Read more

Green light, GO: Bombay Interchange traffic lights now operational

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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency New traffic lights at South Auckland’s Bombay Interchange and the adjacent BP Bombay service centre exit were brought into operation for the first time last night. The new traffic lights at Bombay Interchange in operation last night, looking west along Mill Road. New traffic lights at South Auckland’s Bombay Interchange … Read more

Reviewing legal aid to ensure access to justice

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government has agreed to review the legal aid system in order to prioritise victims and their access to justice, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says.  “We’ve heard from the judiciary, lawyers, and others that changes are needed to address difficulties facing legal aid providers and the people who need assistance. “The … Read more

New inpatient unit to be built at Hawke’s Bay Hospital

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Source: New Zealand Government Patient bed capacity at Hawke’s Bay Hospital will be increased as a result of $28.3 million in funding, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Improving health infrastructure is a priority for the Government to ensure New Zealanders have access to timely, quality healthcare.“Acute services at Hawke’s Bay Hospital are currently under pressure due … Read more

Stats NZ information release: Employment indicators: January 2025

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Source: Statistics New Zealand Employment indicators: January 2025 – 28 February 2025 – Employment indicators provide an early indication of changes in the labour market. Key factsChanges in the seasonally adjusted filled jobs for the January 2025 month (compared with the December 2024 month) were: all industries – up 0.3 percent (7,948 jobs) to 2.36 … Read more

Jones heads to world’s largest mining conference

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Source: New Zealand Government The world’s largest annual mining conference will provide a platform to showcase to the international community the progress the Coalition Government is making to get the sector to work, Resources Minister Shane Jones says  Mr Jones is travelling tomorrow to the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada conference in Toronto. The … Read more

Fatal crash, Wairoa

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on Nuhaka Opoutama Road, Wairoa this morning. Emergency services were called to the single vehicle crash, near Wai Station Road, at around 8:50am. The sole occupant of the vehicle died at the scene. Nuhaka Opoutama Road is currently closed, … Read more

Information sought following Naenae fire

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Sergeant Seamus Doyle Hutt Valley Police are seeking witnesses to a fire on Sladden Street, Naenae in the early hours of Tuesday 25 February. Shortly after 3am, an occupant of the address woke to see the front porch of the house was on fire. Thankfully, they … Read more

Police acknowledge guilty pleas in Ariki Rigby murder case

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Please attribute to Detective Inspector David De Lange of Eastern District Police: Police acknowledge the guilty pleas entered today by Jimmy Heremaia, 32, the man charged with the murder of Ariki Rigby in 2022. Heremaia pleaded guilty to charges of murder and arson. We acknowledge Ariki’s whanau, who have … Read more

Appointments – Greymouth accounting firm welcomes new associate

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Source: ASHTON WHEELANS A leading South Island accounting firm has strengthened its presence on the West Coast with the recruitment of Greymouth local Kimberley Costelloe as associate. A chartered accountant with more than 19 years’ industry experience, Kimberley recently joined Ashton Wheelans, which has offices in Greymouth, Christchurch, Rangiora and Wānaka. She has worked alongside … Read more

Online Safety – Tamariki encouraged to share their online experiences in efforts to improve internet safety

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Source: Save the Children New Zealand’s online safety organisation Netsafe and child rights organisation Save the Children have teamed up to bring children’s voices to the internet safety conversation. Launching ahead of Te Rā o Ngā Tamariki, New Zealand Children’s Day on Sunday (2 March), children are being asked to share their experiences of using the … Read more

Insurance Council – Half of Kiwis seek action on climate

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Source: Insurance Council of NZ One in two New Zealanders believe the Government should invest more to protect people and properties from extreme weather events, according to a new survey. Commissioned by the Insurance Council of New Zealand | Te Kāhui Inihua o Aotearoa (ICNZ), the survey found 49% of respondents believe the Government should invest … Read more

Serious crash: Bairds Road, Ōtara

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) A section of Bairds Road in Ōtara has been closed following a serious crash. The crash was reported at 7.28am and involves a motorcycle and vehicle. The motorcyclist is currently in a critical condition. Police have cordoned a section of Bairds Road, near Wymondley Road, so the Serious Crash … Read more

Delays following crash, State Highway 29 Southbound, Tauriko

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) The Southbound lane of State Highway 29, Tauriko is partially blocked while emergency services respond to a crash involving three vehicles, reported at 6.40am. Several people are reported to have been injured, none of them seriously. Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible and to expect delays. … Read more

Police urge parents to be vigilant after sentencing in Dunedin

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Dunedin Police urge parents to be aware of the potential risks facing young people online after the sentencing of a 23-year-old man who posed as a young person online to deceive other children into sending sexualised content. The man was sentenced on 21 February to three years imprisonment. Detective … Read more

Waiwhetu Road closed following crash

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Waiwhetu Road is closed between Naenae Road and Norton Park Ave following a crash. The single vehicle crash was reported just after 2am. Two people have been taken to hospital with serious injuries. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing. ENDS MIL OSI

Ne Zha 2 Dominates Hong Kong Box Office for Four Straight Days, Crowned 2025’s Top Film

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Source: Media Outreach SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – Chinese animated blockbuster Ne Zha 2 has taken Hong Kong by storm, topping the city’s box office charts for four consecutive days since its release. As of now, its cumulative earnings in Hong Kong have surpassed $2.07 million, securing its position … Read more

Budget to maintain Hong Kong’s competitiveness amid fiscal consolidation

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – Hong Kong SAR’s Financial Secretary Paul Chan delivered his 2025-26 Budget yesterday (February 26), with clear path and initiatives to rein in the deficit, while accelerating the city’s development and maintaining its competitive edge of a low and simple tax … Read more

Samitivej International Children’s Hospital Expands, Advancing Pediatric Healthcare in Asia-Pacific

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Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – Samitivej Hospital, a leader in pediatric care, unveils its newly expanded standalone Samitivej International Children’s Hospital at Samitivej Srinakarin Hospital. Backed by a 2 billion THB investment, the expansion strengthens Samitivej’s commitment to becoming Asia-Pacific’s Leading Pediatric Referral Hub, providing specialized … Read more

Cyberport and International Organisations Co-host “AI Safety, Trust, and Responsibility” Forum

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – Cyberport, the World Digital Technology Academy (WDTA) and the International Academicians Science & Technology Innovation Centre (IASTIC) co-organised the “AI Safety, Trust, and Responsibility (AI STR)” Forum. This event served as the Hong Kong session of the recently concluded AI … Read more

Hang Lung Announces Official Name of “Xi Zhe Wuxi, Curio Collection by Hilton” at Center 66, Set to Open in Q4 2025

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Source: Media Outreach Enriching the Complex’s Cultural Landscape and Status as a Benchmark for Urban Excellence HONG KONG SAR, SHANGHAI & WUXI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101) (the “Company” or “Hang Lung”) today announced the official name of its new lifestyle hotel … Read more

NTT Sparks Smart Building Revolution with New OCEAN Intelligence™ Platform in Hong Kong

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Source: Media Outreach Offering a Strategic Vision to Bring AI into Every Building, empowered with an Open Partner Ecosystem HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – As part of NTT Group, a world-leading telecommunications and ICT service provider, NTT Com Asia (NTT) today launched OCEAN Intelligence™ in Hong Kong, a … Read more