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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) State Highway 30, Whakatane is currently closed near Thornton Road following an earlier crash. The crash involved a pedestrian and a vehicle and was reported just before 4:10pm. The pedestrian has sustained serious injuries. Staff from the Serious Crash Unit are conducting a scene examination. Motorists are advised to … Read more
Source: Plant and Food New Zealand – Press Release/Statement: Headline: Bringing change through compost, carbon, and connection (PPF) People | Planet | Food – In this episode, host Roger Robson-Williams chats with friend and colleague Stephen Wallace, Sustainability Manager at AgResearch and Plant & Food Research,Stephen shares his journey into sustainability, sparked by a passion … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Secures 16 Oakwood signings in 2024, reflecting a 30% year-on-year growth Adds four new Oakwood Premier properties in Adelaide, Bali, Shenzhen and Singapore Adds Bali to Oakwood’s growing portfolio of resort destinations, which includes Batam, Chongli and Ha Long SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 January 2025 – The Ascott Limited … Read more
Source: Green Party Christopher Luxon’s State of the Nation speech today offered no real hope nor vision for a unified and prosperous Aotearoa New Zealand. “Our country is not a corporation and a Prime Minister is not a CEO. Christopher Luxon today waved goodbye to record numbers of New Zealanders leaving the country as he … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Auckland City Police have completed enquiries into a shoplifting in late 2024. The shoplifting occurred at the Pak N Save in Royal Oak on 12 October 2024, and was reported to Police for investigation electronically using the Auror platform. Police have carried out enquiries into the report and a … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters has announced the new membership of the Public Advisory Committee on Disarmament and Arms Control (PACDAC), who will serve for a three-year term. “The Committee brings together wide-ranging expertise relevant to disarmament. We have made six new appointments to the Committee and reappointed two existing members to ensure … Read more
Source: Media Outreach TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 January 2025 -The Asian Stationery & Office Products Online Exhibition 2025 (ASOP 2025) is set to redefine the stationery and office products industry with its innovative hybrid format, seamlessly blending virtual and physical elements. Scheduled to run from January 23, 2025, to July 4, … Read more
Source: Straterra Inc Prime Minister Christopher Luxon correctly identified the bigger role mining can play in New Zealand’s economic growth in his State of the Nation speech today, says Straterra chief executive Josie Vidal. “It is great to see this Government listening to the mining sector and showing a clear understanding of its value to the … Read more
Source: MetService Covering period of Thursday 23 – Monday 27 January – Rain and hot, muggy nights are the theme for the start of Auckland Anniversary Weekend, but MetService is forecasting a return to sunny weather for the extra day off on Monday. Clear skies are in store for the North Island today (Thursday), with … Read more
Source: BusinessNZ BusinessNZ welcomes the Government’s announcement effectively ‘resetting’ the science system to deliver better economic growth and productivity for New Zealand. Director of Advocacy Catherine Beard also welcomes the announcement regarding a special “one stop shop” agency for foreign investment. “These are policy improvements we have advocated for, so we are pleased to see action … Read more
Source: PSA New science plan exposes chaotic nature of restructuring to date – It’s hard to have confidence in the Government’s latest science strategy when it comes with no promise of new funding or a commitment to retaining the current workforce. The long overdue science reform strategy promises another huge restructure on top of the restructure endured … Read more
Source: Port Marlborough Port Marlborough and Marlborough Sounds Marinas are proud to announce that Picton Marina has achieved “Superyacht Ready” accreditation and “Gold Anchor” status from the Marina Industry Association (MIA Australia) This accreditation highlights Marlborough Sounds Marinas’ dedication to providing world-class facilities and exceptional service for superyacht guests, captains, and crew, and follows the “International … Read more
Source: ACT Party ACT is welcoming a renewed economic focus for the science and innovation sector, including the abolition of Callaghan Innovation. “ACT has long advocated for abolishing Callaghan Innovation, which effectively gambled with taxpayer money and was responsible for a litany of failed investments in ventures that delivered little more a than a few … Read more
Source: Auckland Council Safeswim is ready for a safe and fun summer this long weekend in Auckland. Enjoying the summer with Safeswim: your guide to safe swimming in Auckland As summer continues Auckland’s beaches remain the heartbeat of the season, a haven for picnics, swims, and sun-soaked memories. But as you pack your beach bag … Read more
Source: Ministry for Primary Industries A Southland livestock grazing company has been fined $48,750 for allowing hundreds of cattle to graze in mud. FFPM Grazing Limited earlier pleaded guilty to 4 charges (October 2024) under the Animal Welfare Act following a successful prosecution by the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI). They were sentenced in the … Read more
Source: Council of Trade Unions – CTU The Prime Minister’s State of the Nation speech is an exercise in smoke and mirrors which deflects from the reality that he has overseen the worst economic growth in 30 years, said NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi President Richard Wagstaff. “Luxon wants to “go for growth” but since he … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Ka nui te mihi kia koutou.Kia ora, good morning, talofa, malo e lelei, bula vinaka, da jia hao, namaste, sat sri akal, assalamu alaikum.It’s so great to be here and I’m ready and pumped for 2025.Can I start by acknowledging: Simon Bridges – CEO of the Auckland Business Chamber.Sponsors Kiwibank represented … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Judith Collins today announced the largest reset of the New Zealand science system in more than 30 years with reforms which will boost the economy and benefit the sector.“The reforms will maximise the value of the $1.2 billion in government funding that goes into the science … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has unveiled a bold new initiative to position New Zealand as a premier destination for foreign direct investment (FDI) that will create higher paying jobs and grow the economy. “Invest New Zealand will streamline the investment process and provide tailored support to foreign investors, to increase capital investment across … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Turbocharging New Zealand’s economic growth is the key to brighter days ahead for all Kiwis, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says. In the Prime Minister’s State of the Nation Speech in Auckland today, Christopher Luxon laid out the path to the prosperity that will affect all aspects of New Zealanders’ lives. “Right … Read more
Source: Greenpeace Luxon’s bonfire of natural capital leaves New Zealand poorer Prime Minister Luxon’s plan to burn natural capital in a desperate bid for short term GDP growth will leave us poorer, says Greenpeace. Luxon is due to give his State of the Nation speech today which will once again prioritise the War On Nature. These … Read more
Source: SAFE For Animals SAFE is calling for an independent inquiry after evidence of severe violence towards sheep was captured across 34 farms. Workers on New Zealand sheep farms were filmed beating, cutting, and throwing sheep to the ground, with one individual seen stomping on the neck of a sheep. SAFE CEO Debra Ashton says these … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand International migration: November 2024 – 23 January 2025 International migration statistics give the latest outcomes-based measure of migration, which includes estimates of migrants entering or leaving New Zealand. Key facts Annual migration Provisional estimates for the November 2024 year compared with the November 2023 year were: migrant arrivals: 158,400 (± 1,100), … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand International travel: November 2024 – 23 January 2025 – International travel covers the number and characteristics of overseas visitors and New Zealand resident travellers (short-term movements) entering or leaving New Zealand. Key facts Monthly arrivals – overseas visitors Overseas visitor arrivals were 321,200 in November 2024, an increase of 17,800 from … Read more
Source: BusinessNZ The Prime Minister’s state of the nation address has correctly identified many key issues holding back economic growth, BusinessNZ says. BusinessNZ Chief Executive Katherine Rich says businesses around the country would agree that NZ for too long has been saying ‘no’ to investment and development. “The result has been economic contraction and GDP growth … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can now release the name of the man who died in a single-vehicle crash near Albury, Mackenzie, on Thursday 19 December. He was Cale Tompkins Tairua, 18, of Albury. Police extend our sympathies to his loved ones at this difficult time. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Nelson Police investigating a crash on the Coastal Highway earlier this month would like to speak to anyone who witnessed the crash. At around 3:10pm on Tuesday 7 January, emergency services responded to a two-vehicle crash near the O’Conner Creek Bridge. One person was seriously injured in the crash, … Read more