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Source: MetService Covering period of Monday 27 – Thursday 30 January – MetService is forecasting a quieter weather day on Tuesday before another system sweeps across the South Island later in the day and into Wednesday, bringing rain and strong winds. Meanwhile, the North Island gets a reprieve from the muggy conditions of the past weekend, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Sergeant Adam Elder, Alexandra Police: A man is before the courts after the curtain was lifted on his cannabis growing operation in Roxburgh, Central Otago. On Friday 17 January Police executed a search warrant at a Roxburgh house, and inside Police located five indoor tents which housed … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are responding to a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 5 near Matea Road, Waipunga, Taupō District. The crash was reported around 4pm. Initial indications suggest at least two occupants are in a moderate to serious condition. The road is closed while emergency services work at the scene between … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Peter Smallfield, Invercargill Police: Two young people are facing Youth Court in Invercargill after a series of burglaries in a stolen car overnight. A Mazda vehicle was stolen from a Kingswell address in the early hours of the morning by two people, who later pulled up … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Emergency services are responding to a report of a crash involving two vehicles on State Highway 1 north of Marton, reported shortly after 2pm. Indications are that there have been serious injuries. The road is closed and diversions are in place. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) As thousands of children prepare to head back to school, Police are urging parents to be diligent with their privacy settings before posting photos and videos online. The start of the school year is often memorable, and many people like to mark the occasion by sharing images of their … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour welcomes students back to school with a call to raise attendance from last year. “The Government encourages all students to attend school every day because there is a clear connection between being present at school and setting yourself up for a bright future,” says Mr Seymour. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is relaxing visitor visa requirements to allow tourists to work remotely while visiting New Zealand, Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis, Immigration Minister Erica Stanford and Tourism Minister Louise Upston say. “The change is part of the Government’s plan to unlock New Zealand’s potential by shifting the country onto a … Read more
Source: Media Outreach JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 January 2025 – As the festive season of Lunar New Year approaches, JustMarkets invites traders in Indonesia and Malaysia to celebrate with exciting opportunities and incredible prizes. The promotion was created for traders to showcase their skills and aim for rewarding trading experiences — … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can now name the two people who died following a two-vehicle crash on Milford Clandeboye Road near Temuka last week. Benjamin Joseph Downes, aged 32, died in the crash on 22 January. Shakana Ackroyd, aged 19, was critically injured and subsequently passed away in hospital on 24 January. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The opening of Kāinga Ora’s development of 134 homes in Epuni, Lower Hutt will provide much-needed social housing for Hutt families, Housing Minister Chris Bishop says.“I’ve been a strong advocate for social housing on Kāinga Ora’s Epuni site ever since the old earthquake-prone housing was demolished in 2015. I was pleased … Read more
Source: Asthma and Respiratory Foundation A spike in asthma-related hospitalisations is expected as children flock through school gates for the start of a new year. The Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ is encouraging everyone to be aware of the symptoms of an asthma attack and how to respond, with hospitalisations from attacks at their highest during … Read more
Source: Auckland Council A conservation effort led by Auckland Council rangers to assist one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most treasured native birds is delivering groundbreaking results. At least 55 rare hihi chicks have hatched in Shakespear Regional Park’s Open Sanctuary this summer – a first for the species in more than a hundred years. Auckland … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency 26 January 2025 9:09 am | NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi State Highway 2 between Speedy Road and the intersection with State Highway 50 in Central Hawke’s Bay is closed following a crash this morning. Please follow the directions of emergency services on site and allow extra time for your … Read more
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Summary Fatigue, poor concentration/memory, shortness of breath and loss of taste or smell are the most prevalent symptoms following COVID-19 infection in adults when compared with non-COVID-19 infected controls (either population controls or those with infective symptoms but testing negative for COVID-19). Children and adolescents present with similar symptoms … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) As part of ongoing work to ensure Rotorua’s community feels safer within the CBD, 13 people were arrested and 45 shopping trolleys have been returned to their respective stores, following a three-day Police operation. From Tuesday 21 to Thursday 23 January, Police executed Operation Trolley focusing on engaging and … Read more
Source: ACT Party Delivered by Hon David Seymour on 26 January 2025, hosted by the Holocaust Centre of New Zealand in Remuera. Thank you Gillian, and the Board of the Holocaust Centre for inviting me to give this address. I am humbled to speak the day before the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay will travel to Australia today for meetings with Australian Trade Minister, Senator Don Farrell, and the Australia New Zealand Leadership Forum (ANZLF). Mr McClay recently hosted Minister Farrell in Rotorua for the annual Closer Economic Relations (CER) Trade Ministers’ meeting, where ANZLF presented on trans-Tasman … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on State Highway 2, north of Takapau this morning. The two-vehicle crash involving a truck and a car, was reported to police around 8:10am. One person died at the scene. The road remains closed and will be for most … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) One person has died following a single vehicle crash in Arthurs Pass. The crash occurred on State Highway 73 and was reported to Police at around 8:20am today. One person was located deceased at the scene. Motorists travelling on State Highway 73 are advised to expect delays and avoid … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) District: State Highway 2, north of Takapau remains closed and is expected to be closed for most of the day. A detour is in place via State Highway 50. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect ongoing delays. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL OSI
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can confirm one person has died in hospital following a crash on the Winton Lorneville Highway on Tuesday 21 January. Two people were transported to hospital in a critical condition following the crash. One person passed away yesterday as a result of the injuries sustained. Police extend our … Read more
Source: PSA The PSA is urging new Health Minister Simeon Brown to make good on his promise to deliver better health outcomes for New Zealanders and lift the hiring freeze on the health workforce. When unveiled as the new Health Minister one week ago today, Mr Brown made much of his priority to ensure the health … Read more
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency NZ is responding to multiple calls following a reported tornado in the Northland community of Mangawhai around 3am today. Response Coordinator Graeme Quensell says firefighters from several brigades in the area are already at the scene assisting residents and other crews have been dispatched from Waitemata. Incidents … Read more
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Firefighters are continuing to check homes and properties in the area where a tornado affected an area of Mangawhai earlier this morning. Fire and Emergency NZ started to receive 111 calls from about 3am, Northland District Manager Wipari Henwood said. Reports included people needing to be rescued from damaged property, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can confirm a second person has died following a crash on Milford Clandeboye Road on Wednesday 22 January. The person was transported to hospital in a critical condition following the crash and passed away on Friday evening (24 January) as a result of the injuries sustained. Police extend … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) An investigation is underway after the death of a woman at a Queenstown property on Saturday 25 January. Emergency services were called to the Windsor Place property about 2.30pm. Police are now working to establish the full circumstances of how she died. Her death is currently being treated as … Read more