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Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace campaigner Will Appelbe says, “For decades, Canterbury’s lakes, rivers, and drinking water have been heading on a rapid downhill trajectory as a result of industry polluters. But it’s not too late to turn that around. People across Canterbury are fighting back to protect their access to fresh water – and that’s the story … Read more
Source: Aggregate and Quarry Association of NZ The quarry industry warns of shortages and rising prices of foundation materials for housing and infrastructure due to at least two more years of delays in obtaining consents under the Government’s RMA reforms. Aggregate and Quarry Association (AQA) CEO Wayne Scott says while quarries support the intent of yesterday’s … Read more
Source: New Zealand Defence Force Around 26 New Zealand Defence Force medics have honed their skills for responding to the range of injuries that might be expected from a destructive weather event striking in the Pacific. The exercise was held in Santoft Forest near Whanganui recently. Senior Aviation Medical Officer, Squadron Leader Rob Visser, says … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand Regional gross domestic product: Year ended March 2024 – 25 March 2025 – Regional gross domestic product (GDP) is a geographic breakdown of national-level GDP, which is New Zealand’s official measure of economic activity. Figures are expressed in nominal terms, which means they are not adjusted for price effects. Files: MIL … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Attribute to Tairāwhiti Area Commander Inspector Danny Kirk. A significant Police operation has begun across Tairāwhiti, following several concerning incidents stemming from tensions between rival gangs. Eight incidents, involving assaults and firearms, were reported between 16 March and 23 March. Police and gang leaders have been working to ease … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police have made several arrests following offending at central Auckland businesses last night. One person faces court following a robbery at a dairy in Wynyard Quarter just before midnight on Monday. Auckland Central Area Commander Grant Tetzlaff says the lone offender entered the Halsey Street business at 11.45pm. “He … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Mangaharakeke Drive/State Highway 1C, Horotiu is closed near the Te Rapa Road off-ramp following a crash. The two-vehicle crash was reported at around 11am. Initial indications are that there are serious injuries. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police accept the findings by the Independent Police Conduct Authority which found officers failed in their duty of care for a woman who died while in Police custody in Gisborne. An internal investigation into the death conducted by Police also came to a similar conclusion. Lynne Martin, 63, was … Read more
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) LIMASSOL, Cyprus, March 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Toro Corp. (NASDAQ: TORO) (“Toro”, or the “Company”) an international energy transportation services company, announced today that, in relation to the previously announced spin-off of its wholly owned subsidiary, Robin Energy Ltd. (“Robin”), the record date has been set to April 7, 2025 (the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The inner Hauraki Gulf will be closed for three years to commercial and recreational spiny rock lobster fishing to help rebuild the population, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says.“Locals have raised serious concerns about the decline of spiny rock lobster in the inner Hauraki Gulf, and this has been backed … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Five people face charges after Police intercepted a convoy of stolen vehicles travelling through Dargaville. In the early hours of Sunday, a burglary occurred at a rural address near Mamaranui. Whangārei-Kaipara Area Commander, Inspector Maria Nordstrom says three vehicles were stolen from the address at around 1am. “These vehicles … Read more
Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace is hitting out at the Government’s plan to scrap and rewrite the Resource Management Act (RMA), calling it a hostile takeover of nature. “The government’s proposed reforms are based on the dangerous idea that if you own a piece of land, you should be able to do what you like with it – … Read more
Source: Energy Resources Aotearoa Energy Resources Aotearoa welcomes the prospect of new planning legislation to replace the Resource Management Act, reducing unnecessary red tape and streamlining decision-making about where development can and should be enabled while protecting the environment. Chief Executive John Carnegie says replacing the Resource Management Act with a Planning Act and Natural Environment … Read more
Source: CoreLogic CoreLogic to rebrand to Cotality, reflecting the company’s mission to unify property professionals, strengthen industry relationships and drive innovation globally. CoreLogic today announced its global rebrand to Cotality, marking the company’s progression to a leader in property information, analytics and data-enabled solutions from its origins in financial services supporting the mortgage industry. This … Read more
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) Lego, instruments, classic cars and baseball cards are among the alternative investments University of Auckland finance lecturer, Gertjan Verdickt, discusses in his new book The Passion Portfolio: Investing in Style. Co-authored with Jürgen Hanssens (senior manager at KPMG Belgium and an avid Lego collector) the book details the mechanics behind … Read more
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 25 March 2025 – New research commissioned by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua has highlighted barriers that can prevent some New Zealanders from opening bank accounts. The research, titled First steps to financial inclusion, was conducted by ThinkPlace New Zealand and explored opening bank … Read more
Source: Green Party The Greens are calling on the Government to follow through on their vague promises of environmental protection in their Resource Management Act (RMA) reform. “We have seen this Government bulldoze over biodiversity, freshwater and environmental protections for the sole purpose of profit and now they expect us to believe them when they … Read more
Source: Auckland Council Last summer, a couple out exercising their dog took their usual walk around a local public reserve in Pukekohe. As they passed a stormwater pond, something caught their eye: a vibrant green plant with purple flowers, floating on the water’s surface. It looked healthy, almost ornamental. Only a few months later, that … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency A stretch of State Highway 3 either side of the new Waitara Road intersection roundabout will be rebuilt over the next 2 months. Crews will begin the work next Monday (31 March), focussing initially on a section of SH3 south of the intersection with Waitara Road. To complete this rebuild safely … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency One week of night closures are coming for State Highway 2 Remutaka Hill. The route is set to be closed to traffic for five nights, 9 pm to 4 am, from Sunday, 6 April until Thursday, 10 April. Because State Highway 2 over Remutaka Hill is narrow and winding, there … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Today marks the fifth anniversary of the first COVID-19 lockdown for New Zealand. The country remained at alert level 4 until 27 April 2020. New Zealand experienced further lockdowns in 2021, with Auckland and Northland remaining in lockdown for longer than other parts of New Zealand.“I know that many New Zealanders are … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Ka nui te mihi kia kotou, kia ora, and good morning everyone. To those of you visiting us from overseas, can I extend a very special welcome to each and every one of you. Welcome to New Zealand, welcome to the best country on planet Earth, and welcome to our stunning Auckland waterfront. And … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police are continuing to investigate a crash on Symonds Steet in central Auckland on Monday afternoon. Auckland City Road Policing Manager acting Inspector Scott Jones says five pedestrians were injured in the crash, two of which were treated at the scene. “One man remains in a serious but stable … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police is seeking information on the whereabouts of Ian Wiki, who has been reported missing in the Takanini area. The 56-year-old was reported missing on Monday. Ian was last seen at his home address in Conifer Grove on Wednesday 19 March. Police and Ian’s family are concerned for his … Read more
Source: Media Outreach GUANGYUAN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2025 – On March 12, marking the 47th Arbor Day of China, the “Shu Road Cuiyun Corridor Ancient Cypress Conservation Handover Ceremony” was held in Jian’ge County, Guangyuan City, Sichuan Province. More than a hundred town and township cadres, forest rangers and villagers … Read more
Source: Media Outreach The first natural, responsible multi-generational skincare brand in Europe Princess Madeleine: “Weleda is the ideal partner for developing products that nurture and protect children’s natural skin barrier. As a mother, I am mindful about the skincare products my family uses, making minLen a deeply personal project for me.” Weleda CEO Tina Müller: … Read more
Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2025 – Premium travel lifestyle brand Cathay is strengthening its lifestyle presence in Southeast Asia through an exciting new partnership with Mitsui Mall Group in Kuala Lumpur. This collaboration opens up new ways for Cathay members to earn Asia Miles while shopping … Read more