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Source: New Zealand Government Police data shows that violent crime has fallen for the first time since 2018, indicating that the Government’s tough-on-crime and victims-first approach is working, Police Minister Mark Mitchell and Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith say. “After year-on-year increases in violent crime since 2018, it is encouraging to see a reversal of this rise … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government “Families, young people, and social workers are set to benefit from technology upgrades at Oranga Tamariki that will free up social workers to spend more time with families, will help young people by ensuring important routines and needs are shared, and will improve collaboration and transparency,” Children Minister Karen Chhour says. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Four people are before the courts after separate burglaries in Waihi and Waihi Beach areas. The offending occurred between 23 January and 5 February. A 31-year-old woman and 40-year-old man, both of Karangahake, have been jointly charged with burglary from a holiday park; a 48-year-old Auckland man is also … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government As part of Eating Disorders Awareness Week, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey is announcing his intention to refresh New Zealand’s eating disorders strategy, and shining a spotlight on the work and research being done to support people with disordered eating. “Very positive work is being done across the country to address … Read more
Source: Peace Action Wellington Over the past five days, a group of Chinese warships has been travellingin the Tasman Sea and practicing live fire drills. The NZ Navy and Australian Navy have been deployed to keep watch on the ships’ movements and activities. “Alarm over the deployment of Chinese warships is a deeply hypocritical reaction … Read more
Source: Raine & Horne Highlights Raine & Horne appoints James Shepherd as Supervision and Compliance Manager for New Zealand, bringing almost 16 years of industry experience to support the super brand’s rapid expansion. Mr Shepherd is excited about the company’s growth in New Zealand and is eager to unlock further potential and streamline processes for … Read more
Source: ACT Party “Chinese war ships engaging in live fire in the Tasman Sea ought to be a wake-up call for our investment priorities,” says ACT Defence spokesperson Mark Cameron. “We have been taking the so-called benign strategic environment for granted, but the rule of history is that big fish eat the little fish. New … Read more
Source: Green Party The Green Party supports the peaceful occupation at Lake Rotokākahi and are calling for the controversial sewerage project on the lake to be stopped until the Environment Court has made a decision. “We stand in solidarity with the peaceful Lake Rotokākahi resistance and are calling for a stop to all works. For … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Over the past few weeks Eastern Bay of Plenty highways have been a hive of activity with crews busy resurfacing State Highway 2 (SH2) in the Waioweka Gorge (and carrying out other general maintenance work) which is due to be completed on Wednesday 26 February. There is more work to … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Cycling our Great Rides is about to get a whole lot smoother, with a $9 million Government boost for infrastructure upgrades and replacements, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston has announced. “Together, the 23 Great Rides receive about a million visitors a year, of whom around 20 per cent are international … Read more
Source: Protect Rotokākahi Over 150 police storm peaceful protection of Lake Rotokākahi On Monday at 8pm, over 150 police officers arrived at Lake Rotokākahi, where members of Tūhourangi, Tūmatawera Hapū and their supporters have been holding space with the goal of protecting this wāhi tapu (sacred site). Reports on the ground suggest several arrests have been … Read more
Source: Port Marlborough Port Marlborough has filed its Half Year Report for the first half of the 2025 financial year, highlighting positive progress across its key focus areas: people, planet, prosperity, and partnerships. The port continues to invest in workforce capability, with new marine cadetships, internal promotions, and leadership development programmes supporting career progression and workplace … Read more
Source: Botica Butler Raudon Imperans Q4 Report, State of Workplace Drug Use from TDDA. AUCKLAND, New Zealand, 25 February 2024 – The Drug Detection Agency (TDDA), New Zealand’s largest workplace drug testing provider has released its Q4 2024 workplace drug and alcohol findings. The Imperans Report provides New Zealand employers with an analysis of … Read more
Source: Kia Manawanui Trust | The Heart of Aotearoa New Zealand A mum needing an essential heart scan was told she’d have to wait ten months – at the earliest – for an appointment. Māhina Ngāpō is battling stage three breast cancer and needs an echocardiogram every three months to ensure she can undergo life-saving treatment. … Read more
Source: Meridian Energy 25 February 2025 – Meridian Energy Limited and New Zealand Aluminium Smelters Limited (NZAS) have agreed that NZAS will provide 50MW per hour of demand response for winter 2025. The full 50MW of demand response is expected to be provided from 10 March 2025 to 31 August 2025 inclusive (unless mutually agreed … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Seven people were arrested at a protest at Lake Rotokākahi last night, after refusing to leave a worksite related to a Rotorua Lakes Council project. The seven people were given trespass notices and formal warnings, and were released without charge. Police recognise that this is a complex and sensitive … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Location: Counties Manukau A 19-year-old who was reported missing earlier today from the Ōtara area has been located safe and well. Police would like to thank those members of the public who provided information. ENDS. Holly McKay/NZ Police MIL OSI
Source: Green Party ActionStation’s Oral Healthcare report, released today, paints a dire picture of unmet need and inequality across the country, highlighting the urgency of free dental care for all New Zealanders. “Quality dental care isn’t a luxury, it’s a human right. It’s time we treat it like one,” says Green Party co-leader Hon Marama … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Marsden Point could become the heart of a bold vision to boost New Zealand’s fuel and energy security, and an attractive option for overseas investors seeking to be part of our economic growth story, Resources, Regional Development and Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones says. “New Zealand is a small and remote … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is ensuring more Kiwi kids access the teachers they need to thrive in the classroom by fast-tracking the residency process for primary teachers.“We know the most important thing for students in the classroom is the quality of the teacher in front of them. A teacher shortage not only impacts … Read more
Source: Action Station A landmark report is published today by the Dental for All Coalition telling human stories of struggles with oral healthcare in New Zealand. One of the key conclusions of the report is that the system of $1000 grants provided by Work & Income for urgent dental care is “not fit for purpose”. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police are appealing for information following an incident on Ngunguru Road, where a motorist received serious injuries following an assault at around 5.45pm. Detective Sergeant Paul Overton says the incident is believed to have begun on Crawford Crescent in Kamo and ending on Ngunguru Road. “Two people were arrested … Read more
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) Melbourne, Australia, Feb. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Contact centre leaders face constant pressure to coach teams, manage compliance, and improve performance. Yet without structure, visibility, and clear measurement, they’re often stuck reacting to problems instead of preventing them. It’s like trying to drive somewhere new without a GPS—you know the destination, … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 February 2025 – The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) in Suzhou, China, to establish pathways for students in China to pursue the Singapore Chartered Accountant Qualification (SCAQ). The newly-formed partnership marks the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters has completed a successful visit to the Gulf region today, focused on building economic growth opportunities and conducting strategic foreign policy discussions. “The Gulf is an exciting, fast-developing region with much promise for New Zealand,” Mr Peters says. “We chose to come to the Gulf at … Read more
Source: Media Outreach RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 February 2025 – Sahm Capital, a leading financial services provider, empowered investors at the CMF Riyadh 2025 Investor Bootcamp. Hadeel Bedeeri, General Manager of Sahm Capital, led a session on navigating the IPO process, equipping attendees with essential knowledge to thrive in Saudi … Read more
Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 February 2025 – Dr. Chana Poomee, Chairman of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), has been elected as the President of the ASEAN Federation of Cement Manufacturers (AFCM). In his two years term 2025–2027, he aims to strengthen collaboration among the eight ASEAN cement-producing member … Read more