Release: Luxon misleading on the economy

Source: New Zealand Labour Party Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is misleading the public by falsely claiming the economy has been in recession for three years. “Let’s set the record straight: National’s economic mismanagement has caused a recession that began after they took office,” Labour finance spokesperson Barbara Edmonds said. A recession is defined as two … Read more

Cambridge Road lane closure to be lifted 4 days ahead of schedule 

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency 28 January 2025 4:26 pm | NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi | Tauranga City Council Sheet piling works for the Tauriko Enabling Works project are ahead of schedule at the SH29/Cambridge Road intersection, which means the lane closure will be lifted overnight on Wednesday 29 January. Traffic will be able … Read more

Reminder: Southbound closures next week for State Highway 1 Ngauranga Gorge

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Night works begin next week that will see State Highway 1 Ngauranga Gorge closed to southbound traffic between Johnsonville southbound offramp and Ngauranga Interchange. The highway’s southbound lanes will be closed for two nights of resurfacing – Sunday, 2 February and Monday, 3 February, between 9 pm and 4:30 am. … Read more

HK Accident Lawyers Launches Free Consultation Hotline for Traffic Accident Victims Assistance Scheme Applications

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 January 2025 – To assist traffic accident victims in understanding the application process for the Traffic Accident Victims Assistance Scheme (commonly referred to as “車手獎”), HK Accident Lawyers has officially launched a Free Consultation Hotline. Through this service, users can fill out a … Read more

Slither into Savings with iShopChangi’s Lunar New Year Bonanza in Singapore

Source: Media Outreach Kick off the Year of the Snake early with iShopChangi as it rolls out a dazzling array of deals on Lunar New Year essentials. Avoid the festive frenzy and enjoy unbeatable discounts of up to 60% on everything you need to usher in prosperity and joy. From gourmet treats and traditional “Nian … Read more

Missing swimmer at Piha Beach

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) A man is outstanding after a group of swimmers got into difficult at Piha Beach this afternoon. Police were advised about the rescue by Surf Lifesaving New Zealand just after 4pm. At this stage, Police are aware five swimmers were rescued however the sixth member of the group was … Read more

ONYX Hospitality Group Expands the Amari Brand with Exciting New Openings Across Sri Lanka, Laos, and Thailand

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 January 2025 – ONYX Hospitality Group, Thailand’s leading hospitality management company, is delighted to announce the opening of its latest property and unveil upcoming additions to its Amari portfolio for 2025. The new properties in Sri Lanka, Laos, and Thailand exemplify Amari’s dedication to … Read more

Driver in custody following fleeing driver incident

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) One man is in custody after earlier being located in a vehicle with mismatching plates. Before 3pm, the vehicle was detected travelling city-bound on the Northwestern Motorway. Inspector Kerry Watson says Police staff went to approach the blue Subaru in Western Springs a short time later. “Instead, the driver … Read more

Man charged with manslaughter following Hutt Valley Death

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Matin Todd: A man has been charged with manslaughter following the death of a man in Hutt Hospital earlier this month. The 75-year-old man was transported to Wellington Hospital with a brain injury following an altercation at Hutt Hospital on Friday 27 December, 2024. … Read more

Activist News – Genocide Hotline – action that will save Palestinian lives – PSNA

Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa The genocide hotline we launched last week has taken off. It has enthused our supporters with a campaign which gets civil society to act when our government cowers. Israel has committed genocide in Gaza and is about to resume its industrial scale killing of Palestinians.  This campaign will do more … Read more

NZ-AU: Perseus Mining takes Final Investment Decision on Yaoure CMA Underground Project

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) Perth, Jan. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — perseus mining takes final investment decision on CMA UNDERGROUND PROJECT at yaouré Perth, Western Australia/January 28, 2025/Perseus Mining Limited (ASX/TSX:PRU) is pleased to advise that a Final Investment Decision (FID) has been taken, to develop the CMA underground project at the Yaouré Gold Mine in … Read more

Opposing Govt Policy – Hear our voice PM – the PSA’s campaign against asset sales begins today

Source: PSA The PSA firmly rejects any return to selling state assets following today’s comments from the Prime Minister. Christopher Luxon said National may seek a mandate for asset sales at the next election. That comes days after ACT Leader David Seymour floated the prospect of privatisation of public health and other public services. “Not content … Read more

Energy Sector – New risk management contracts improve market design

Source: Electricity Retailers’ Association of New Zealand   The Electricity Retailers’ Association of New Zealand (ERANZ) welcomes today’s launch of a new standardised super-peak hedge contract to be auctioned and brokered by Aotearoa Energy.   A standardised super-peak hedge contract is a risk management tool for wholesale electricity buyers. It acts as an insurance policy against higher … Read more

Reduced Police Executive proposed

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police Commissioner Richard Chambers has today released a proposal to reduce the size of the Police Executive. The proposal was sent to affected staff earlier today and will remain open for feedback until Monday 10 February. “When I was appointed Commissioner in November, I clearly signalled my intent to … Read more

Name release: Fatal crash Hei Hei Road

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can now release the name of the person who died following a crash on Hei Hei Road, Christchurch on Saturday 25 January. He was 35-year-old Liam Michael Ryan-Morris of Hornby. Police extend our condolences to the family and loved ones of those involved. Enquiries into the circumstances of … Read more

ChildFund – Make the Case for Aid or Have It taken away

Source: ChildFund New Zealand President Trump has issued an immediate stop-work order for all USA funded aid projects to align aid budgets with his foreign policy agenda. This will cause chaos and suffering across the world, and will impact on some ChildFund New Zealand programmes and partners, says CEO of ChildFund NZ, Josie Pagani. “It isn’t … Read more

PM emphasises importance of growth in 2025

Source: New Zealand Government For the Government, 2025 will bring a relentless focus on unleashing the growth we need to lift incomes, strengthen local businesses and create opportunity.Prime Minister Christopher Luxon today laid out the Government’s growth agenda in his Statement to Parliament.“Just over a year ago this Government was elected by the people of … Read more

Tax Issues – Overwhelming support for Capital Gains Tax welcomed – TJA

Source: Tax Justice Aotearoa (TJA) 28 January 2025 – A new survey showing strong support for a capital gains tax among workers has been welcomed by Tax Justice Aotearoa (TJA). TJA chair Glenn Barclay said the latest Council of Trade Unions (CTU) Te Kauae Kaimahi Mood of the Workforce survey showed almost 90 per cent … Read more

Auckland’s most colourful festival returns this February

Source: Auckland Council A burst of colour is on the horizon for Tāmaki Makaurau as Auckland Pride Festival returns for February 2025. As a proud Strategic Partner, Auckland Council is calling on all Aucklanders to join the vibrant festivities in support of rainbow communities across our region.  The month-long festival kicks off on 1 February … Read more

Housing Sector – Affordable housing project for Wānaka seniors receives $100k grant

Source: Queenstown Lakes Housing Community Trust (QLCHT) A Wānaka housing project that will provide affordable rentals to seniors has received a $100,000 grant from a local trust that assists people in need in the Upper Clutha. The housing project, which is being developed and managed by Queenstown Lakes Housing Community Trust (QLCHT), received the six-figure … Read more

Awards and Recognition – Site Safe Announces 2025 Health and Safety Award Finalists

Source: Site Safe Site Safe today announced the finalists for its 2025 Health and Safety Awards, celebrating excellence in workplace safety across Aotearoa New Zealand. The finalists, representing a diverse range of industries, will now compete at the largest health and safety event of the year, the Evening of Celebration, for top honours at a gala … Read more

Second arrest over Middlemore firearms incident

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) A second person has appeared in court over a firearms incident at Middlemore Hospital earlier this month. An investigation has been ongoing since 4 January, when a firearm was allegedly fired from a vehicle. Detective Inspector Shaun Vickers says the Counties Manukau Offender Prevention Team executed a search warrant … Read more

Have you seen Thomas Basire?

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attribute to Detective Senior Sergeant Martin Todd Police are asking for the public’s help to locate a Hutt Valley man who has been missing for two months. Thomas Basire, 28, was last seen near the Ewen Bridge on Railway Ave, walking on the stop bank towards Petone on 24 … Read more

Fatal crash: SH1, Wellsford

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Wellsford this morning. The crash occurred at around 8.20am on State Highway 1, involving a truck and vehicle. Sadly, the driver of the vehicle has died at the scene. The Serious Crash Unit has been examining the scene … Read more

Parliament must condemn hateful ‘hotline’ targeting Israeli visitors

Source: ACT Party Responding to the Palestinian Solidarity Network’s ‘hotline’ for reporting Israeli soldiers holidaying in New Zealand, ACT MP Simon Court says: “John Minto and his followers, in their pursuit of Israeli tourists, would create a real-life version of the Hunger Games movies. Their undisguised antisemitic behaviour is not acceptable in a liberal democracy like New … Read more

The State of the Nation

Source: ACT Party The Haps Public hearings for the Treaty Principles Bill have begun. David Seymour kicked off proceedings, throwing down the gauntlet on equal rights and fielding questions from hostile MPs. His submission to the Justice Committee is a must-watch. Even people who say there should be no bill seem to want the debate. … Read more

Reminder: State Highway 1 Blenheim roundabout resurfacing to begin next week

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Two busy Blenheim roundabouts will be resealed next week. The State Highway 1/State Highway 6 Nelson Street roundabout will be the first to be resurfaced with night works planned from Sunday, 2 February until Tuesday, 4 February, between 7 pm and 5 am. During this time the roundabout will be … Read more