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Source: Department of Conservation Date: 30 January 2025 The assessment looked at 1145 species of birds, bats, lizards, and frogs, as well as land-based invertebrates and plants, to identify the most vulnerable which can then be prioritised for conservation action to help protect them from climate change impacts. Of the species assessed, 351 or 31% were … Read more
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, officers observed a Toyota Aqua driving at speed along Blockhouse Bay Road. Auckland City West’s Area Commander, Inspector Alisse Robertson, says Police signalled for the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government As schools start back for 2025, there will be a relentless focus on teaching the basics brilliantly so all Kiwi kids grow up with the knowledge, skills and competencies needed to grow the New Zealand of the future, Education Minister Erica Stanford says. “A world-leading education system is a key driver … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police are treating the death of a motorcyclist in Otaika as suspicious, and a homicide investigation is now underway. A man’s body was discovered in a creek adjacent to Otaika Valley Road, State Highway 15, after 5am on 29 January. Whangārei CIB is launching an appeal for any witnesses … Read more
Source: MetService Covering period of Thu 30 Jan – Mon 3 Feb – Parts of New Zealand are in for a smattering of rain this weekend, this isn’t to be expected everywhere but cloud will be more widespread. However, MetService will be keeping a close eye on tropical developments around the Coral Sea. MetService meteorologist Lewis … Read more
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 Bay to ensure more locals can benefit from access to timely, quality healthcare, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. This investment of $29.3m in the Hawke’s Bay … Read more
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 evidence of efficacy and safety. It comes at the same time as more than 100 doctors, academics, lawyers, politicians and “detransitioners” are calling for the … Read more
Source: Health Coalition Aotearoa Public Health experts are questioning a decision by the Government to purchase $575,000 worth of vaping products from a company accused of allegedly bribing the New Zealand Government. They will be meeting today at 12.30pm today on Parliament’s forecourt to raise their concerns and call for a public inquiry into the influence … Read more
Source: Exercise NZ As January unfolds and the new year gains momentum, it’s the perfect opportunity to set intentions, embrace change, and prioritise what truly matters. ExerciseNZ is encouraging all Kiwis to kickstart 2025 by making movement an essential part of their daily lives. With summer in full swing, Aotearoa provides the perfect backdrop to … Read more
Source: Greenpeace Ahead of the Government’s NDC climate target announcement today, Greenpeace Aotearoa has revealed that New Zealand’s trading partners are asking yet more questions about our climate credibility. It follows similar questions raised in the UK Parliament and during the EU Trade Commissioner hearings last year about whether breaches of environmental clauses in trade agreements with New Zealand would … Read more
Source: Insurance Council of NZ The Insurance Council of New Zealand Te Kāhui Inihua o Aotearoa (ICNZ) has welcomed the Government’s commitment to introduce legislation to Parliament this year on a Climate Adaptation framework and prepare New Zealanders for the impact of climate change on lives, property and communities. “New Zealanders need certainty about the way … Read more
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 and the total number of elected members for the October 2025 elections. A public hearing on 4 February at Auckland Town Hall is where the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Children Karen Chhour has intervened in Oranga Tamariki’s review of social service provider contracts to ensure Barnardos can continue to deliver its 0800 What’s Up hotline.“When I found out about the potential impact to this service, I asked Oranga Tamariki for an explanation. Based on the information I have … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government A bill to make revenue collection on imported and exported goods fairer and more effective had its first reading in Parliament, Customs Minister Casey Costello said today.“The Customs (Levies and Other Matters) Amendment Bill modernises the way in which Customs can recover the costs of services that are needed to efficiently … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand US now New Zealand’s second largest export partner – 30 January 2025 – The United States (US) was the second largest export destination for New Zealand goods in 2024, with a total value of $9.0 billion, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. The US overtook Australia but remains behind … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour has today visited Otahuhu College where the new school lunch programme has served up healthy lunches to students in the first days of the school year. “As schools open in 2025, the programme will deliver nutritious meals to around 242,000 students, every school day. On today’s … Read more
Source: Environmental Protection Authority An independent panel has declined resource consent to construct a public boat ramp facility at Rangitane, Kerikeri. Far North District Council and Far North Holdings Limited applied for resource consent under the COVID-19 Recovery (Fast-track Consenting) Act 2020. The decision comes 209 working days after the application was lodged with the Environmental … Read more
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 Honda as it entered the South-Western Motorway at speed. Acting Detective Inspector Simon Harrison, Waitematā CIB, says a short time later the Police Eagle helicopter … Read more
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 Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington to be considered for one of five £1,000,000 ($1.9m NZD) 2025 Earthshot Prizes. The Earthshot Prize finds and grows the … Read more
Source: BusinessNZ BusinessNZ strongly backs Animal and Plant Health NZ’s call for a sensible and modern approvals process for innovative plant and animal products, to unlock greater economic potential for the primary sector and boost economic growth. Chief Executive Katherine Rich says our current system is too slow, too costly and uncertain. “Some multinational firms find … Read more
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 allegedly struck by a vehicle on Settlers Way. Detective Senior Sergeant Kevan Verry, of Northland CIB, says there has been a strong public response following … Read more
Source: New Zealand Labour Party The National Government’s big talk on combatting the exploitation of migrant workers has been exposed as a sham today. “Hardly a week goes by without shocking new cases of migrant workers being exploited by unscrupulous employers. It beggars belief the Government only prosecuted four cases in the courts over one … Read more
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 men aged 22 to 26 following two serious assaults at two bars, and a violent incident outside a petrol station. In the early hours of … Read more
Source: RealEstate.co.nz New data shows vast variations in property prices within main centres 30 January 2025 – New data from realestate.co.nz highlights striking million-dollar price gaps between the highest and lowest-priced suburbs across New Zealand’s main centres1. Auckland City saw the most dramatic contrast, with a $3.61 million gap in 2024 between Herne Bay’s average … Read more
Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 January 2025 – This week, China and the world are celebrating the arrival of the Year of the Wood Snake. According to Chinese tradition, the snake represents intelligence and transformation, often symbolizing mystery and wisdom. Wood adds the qualities of growth and flexibility. … Read more
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, private sectors, and civil society to present the one-year anniversary of progress of SARABURI SANDBOX, Thailand’s first low-carbon city. The initiative is set to advance … Read more
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 from Victoria University of Wellington, published in the Journal of Primary Health Care, found that more general practices than ever are closing their books, with … Read more