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Source: Statistics New Zealand Agriculture export growth narrows goods trade deficit – 21 February 2025 – The trade balance for the January 2025 month was a deficit of $486 million, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. In the January 2024 month, the deficit was $1.1 billion. Total exports were valued at $6.2 billion … Read more
Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace is calling the stance taken by New Zealand at an international fisheries forum “short-sighted and reckless”, saying more ocean protection is needed, not further erosion of existing measures in the name of profit. The annual meeting of the inter-governmental body that governs fishing in the South Pacific high seas (SPRFMO) is meeting in … Read more
Source: Auckland Council The Pollok Community Hall and Emergency Hub is working with the Tāmaki Makaurau Recovery Office, helping drive recovery planning in the Āwhitu community. This is part of a series of partnerships in heavily-impacted communities across Auckland. Communities are being supported to develop practical plans, which will include activities and priorities that can … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) One person has died following a serious crash on Glassford Road, Otago overnight. Police were alerted to the single-vehicle crash at around 11pm. Sadly, one person was located deceased at the scene. The Serious Crash Unit examined the scene overnight. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL OSI
Source: ChildFund New Zealand “While the politicians talk, Ukrainian children enter their fourth year of no school and no normal childhood – longer if you include the interruptions of Covid,” says Josie Pagani CEO of ChildFund. Thousands of children have relied on the help of New Zealanders and others around the world to make sure … Read more
Source: New Zealand Society of Authors These two programmes aim to support the amplification of Māori voices, Māori stories, and ultimately see greater publication and performance of these works. They are modelled on NZSA’s 30-year successful and impactful mentorship and assessment support programmes for writers. NZSA now offers dedicated programmes for Māori writers through its … Read more
Source: CoreLogic Easing mortgage rates and further cuts on the horizon could drive further growth in borrower activity, potentially starting to lift NZ’s property market out of its recent soft patch. CoreLogic NZ’s February Housing Chart Pack shows increased market activity among ‘movers’ and mortgaged multiple property owners (MPOs) in January, rising to 28% and … Read more
Source: Fonterra Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd today provided an update on its forecast earnings for FY25, which it anticipates will be in the upper half of the previously announced forecast earnings range of 40-60 cents per share. Preliminary results show the Co-op has had a strong first half and, alongside the strength in earnings, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Career development is often conceptualised as a linear progression. In reality, career progression often takes a winding path, which both shapes and is shaped by its environment. Te Awa Tārai acts as a guide through which individual professionals, educators, industries and organisations can recognise, value and invest in necessary … Read more
Source: Post Primary Teachers Association (PPTA) “The report released today shows clearly we are facing significant shortages of secondary teachers around the motu. “The Government’s attempts to address the shortage by importing teachers from overseas, employing unqualified staff and lowering the re-entry requirements for teachers who have been out of the profession for a while … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Regulation David Seymour says that outdated and burdensome regulations surrounding industrial hemp (iHemp) production are set to be reviewed by the Ministry for Regulation. Industrial hemp is currently classified as a Class C controlled drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act, despite containing minimal THC and posing little risk … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) advises road users to plan ahead and expect delays as contractors work to rebuild a section of State Highway 1 at Awanui, from this Sunday (23 February). Work will take place between the Awanui BP and 20m south of the Gill Road/SH1 intersection … Read more
Source: Department of Conservation Date: 21 February 2025 The Department of Conservation (DOC) and partners are joining the international Island-Ocean Connection Challenge (IOCC) to boost conservation efforts on subantarctic Maukahuka/Auckland Island, Rakiura/Stewart Island and the Chatham Islands. The IOCC, led by international conservation groups, Island Conservation and Re:wild, and UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) A busy Christchurch intersection is shut as emergency services respond to a crash involving a car and motorbike this morning. Curletts Road (State Highway 73) is blocked at the intersection of Lunns Road, following the 5.40am crash. The rider of the motorcycle is being treated for critical injuries. The … Read more
Source: Media Outreach ALBERTA & ONTARIO, CANADA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 February 2025 – In a joint agreement that completes today at 11:00 am MST, Barbecue Country, of 5682 75 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta will officially join the proudly Canadian, Barbecues Galore family. Canadian homeowners have trusted Barbecues Galore since 1979 for expert … Read more
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) PERTH, Australia, Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canyon Resources Limited (ASX: CAY) (‘Canyon’ or the ‘Company’) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Dean Horton as Non-Executive Director commencing his role on 19 February 2025. Mr. Horton’s appointment supports the Board’s strategy of attracting and building a proven, diversified and … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Ministerial Advisory Group on transnational and serious organised crime was appointed by Cabinet on Monday and met for the first time today, Associate Police Minister Casey Costello announced.“The group will provide independent advice to ensure we have a better cross-government response to fighting the increasing threat posed to New Zealand … Read more
Source: Tax Justice Aotearoa 20 February 2025 – Tax Justice Aotearoa is calling on the Minister of Revenue to retain the ability for Inland Revenue to collect vital information that supports effective tax policy making. “We are concerned that the Minister initiated a review of this important provision within the Tax Administration Act just over … Read more
Source: Press Release Service Driving under the influence (DUI) remains one of New Zealand’s most persistent and preventable public health challenges. According to the New Zealand Transport Agency, alcohol-impaired driving contributes to nearly 30% of fatal road crashes annually. Beyond the stark statistics lies a deeper issue: the profound medical, social, and economic consequences of … Read more
Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand We are deeply disappointed that Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has chosen to meet with the New Zealand Jewish Council while repeatedly refusing multiple requests from Palestinians and their allies for a meeting. This blatant double standard is unacceptable and undermines the principles of fairness, inclusivity, and balanced political engagement. … Read more
Source: Porirua City Council The fate of the old Plunket building at Wairaka Park in Porirua’s Pukerua Bay will be decided in the coming months. At a Porirua City Council meeting on Thursday, councillors and Porirua Mayor Anita Baker discussed a report about whether the building – unused since 2021 and needing substantial repairs and a … Read more
Source: Asia New Zealand Foundation The Asia New Zealand Foundation Te Whītau Tūhono is thrilled to launch its latest report Viet Nam and New Zealand at 50: The next chapter. This report explores the growing potential of the bilateral relationship as the two nations celebrate 50 years of formal diplomatic ties. Commissioned by the Foundation and authored … Read more
Source: Property Council New Zealand KEY POINTS: Property Council New Zealand strongly supports the passing of the Overseas Investment (Build to Rent and Similar Rental Developments) Amendment Bill, which facilitates increased foreign investment in the Build to Rent (BTR) housing sector. The Amendment Bill introduces a ‘large rental development test’ to attract much-needed overseas capital … Read more
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand has declared a prohibited fire season in Manawatū-Whanganui’s coastal areas from 8am on Friday 21 February, until further notice. A prohibited fire season means no open-air fires are allowed and all fire permits are suspended. The coastal zone includes Whanganui city and eight coastal communities. … Read more
Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers say Andy Foster’s Members’ Bill, drawn from the ballot earlier this afternoon, will stop lenders from unfairly de-banking legitimate businesses and industries. “Banks have been under huge pressure recently for some of their more unpalatable lending practices,” Federated Farmers banking spokesperson Richard McIntyre says. “This Bill is only going to add … Read more
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) School friendships and social connections are vital to positive student experiences so need to be actively fostered, according to findings from the Our Voices project at the University of Auckland. Peer friendships and caring social connections with teachers and other school community members are central to students’ experiences of school, … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 February 2025 – DFI Retail Group Holdings Limited will announce its 2024 Full Year Results after market close on 10 March 2025, followed by an analyst presentation live webcast on 11 March 2025. Date: Tuesday, 11 March 2024 Time: 10:00-11:00 am (Hong Kong … Read more