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Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing $30 million from the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy to fund more than a dozen projects to boost biodiversity and the tourist economy, Conservation Minister Tama Potaka says. “Tourism is a key economic driver, and nature is our biggest draw card for international tourists,” says Mr … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters will travel to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, China, Mongolia, and the Republic of Korea later this week. “New Zealand enjoys long-standing and valued relationships with Saudi Arabia and the UAE, both highly influential actors in their region. The visit will focus on building on … Read more
Source: ACT Party After a rainbow event at Te Atatū Community Centre was stormed and shut down over the weekend, ACT Justice spokesperson Todd Stephenson is calling for cross-party commitment to free speech, freedom of assembly, and the rule of law. “A group of Kiwis should be able to get together at a private event to share values … Read more
Source: United Fire Brigades’ Association Each year, over 20,000 fires threaten precious homes, businesses, our natural environment and lives across New Zealand. We have seen several large vegetation fires this summer already and they all require one thing – lots of water and brave people to put it there! Firefighting relies on timing, technical expertise, and … Read more
Source: Business Central Entries open for new-look ExportNZ ASB Central Region Export Awards The ExportNZ ASB Central Region Export Awards will return this year with an expanded format, building off the success of last year’s sold-out ExportNZ ASB Wellington Export Awards. This year’s new-look event recognises the efforts of exporters from Wellington to the wider Central … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency A couple of urban State Highways in and around Tauranga are set to be refreshed over the next 3 months in 3 different locations. These works will see the rebuild of a section of State Highway 29 (SH29) near Tauriko and 2 different sections of State Highway 2 (SH2) near … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Overnight asphalt resurfacing works will get underway on State Highway 1 on the northern side of the Brynderwyn Hills from this Sunday (23 February), NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) advises. Work will take place between 9pm and 5am over five nights, with stop/go traffic management operating during those hours, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Rail Winston Peters has announced director appointments for Ferry Holdings Limited – the schedule 4a company charged with negotiating ferry procurement contracts for two new inter-island ferries. Mr Peters says Ferry Holdings Limited will be responsible for negotiating long-term port agreements on either side of the Cook Strait and … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Aspire collaborates with Visa to streamline business finance for 360,000 small businesses in Hong Kong. HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 February 2025 – Aspire, a leading fintech headquartered in Singapore, has announced the launch of its Visa corporate card tailored specifically for small and medium-sized businesses in Hong … Read more
Source: Ministry for Primary Industries A Northland fishing company has been fined $16,500 for failing to use the required fishing gear and providing a false statement on their fish landing return. Macnicol Fishing Limited was sentenced in the North Shore District Court on 3 charges on Friday (14 February 2025) under the Fisheries Act, following … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Ophthalmology patients in Kaitaia are benefiting from being able to access the complete cataract care pathway closer to home, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Ensuring New Zealanders have access to timely, quality healthcare is a priority for the Government. “Since 30 September 2024, Kaitaia Hospital has been providing cataract care to … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency You could be forgiven for thinking you’re in America when driving the roads of Taranaki this week. Americarna – the celebration of classic American cars, hits the streets of the region from Wednesday. It’s one of a number of big events this month, with Te Matatini and WOMAD to follow. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Improving the resilience of state highways in the South Island continues, with State Highway 65 at Higgins Bluff near Murchison set for improvements. Contractors will be onsite on the Shenandoah Highway near Ariki, from Monday, 10 March, when they will begin rock scaling work on a five-kilometre section of the … Read more
Source: Auckland Council Repairs to a major storm-related slip on Duck Creek Road, a crucial access road during the construction of O Mahurangi – Penlink, the new seven-kilometre highway between Whangaparaoa Road and State Highway 1, are complete. “Last year Duck Creek Road began slumping at the site of an under slip on a corner … Read more
Source: Northland Regional Council Coastal Conversations Coastal Conversations events will be held around Whangārei district during Seaweek for coastal communities to discuss coastal issues, ask questions, connect with others, and hear from experts in coastal processes and hazards. There will be a mixture of formal presentations and a chance to mingle, chat, and check out displays … Read more
Source: Port Marlborough The team from Marlborough Sounds Marinas will be showcasing the best of New Zealand’s world-class boating facilities at the Auckland Boat Show, 6-9 March 2025. Marlborough Sounds Marinas leads the way in sustainable marina operations, as the only marina network in New Zealand accredited under the International Clean Marina programme. As New Zealand’s … Read more
Source: NZ Principals Federation The New Zealand Principals’ Federation (NZPF) President, Leanne Otene, has expressed her surprise at the recent pronouncements of the Minister of Education, on the Q and A Show, that the roll out of the new curriculum in Literacy and Mathematics is going magnificently well. “Other than Cambridge Intermediate School, I am not … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 February 2025 – YSH Farm, a third-generation Singaporean farm renowned for its premium-quality ducks since 1976, proudly announces the launch of its new brand, Original Tiong Bahru.This Chinese New Year, the brand pays homage to Singapore’s culinary heritage by reviving traditional recipes that date back … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 February 2025 – To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Apple Storage, Apple Storage Group (the group) is not only preparing for large-scale celebration activities this year, but also vigorously expanding its branch network at the beginning of 2025. In the first quarter, five … Read more
Source: Waikato District Health Board Kuini Nga wai hono i te po cuts the ribbon supported by Hon Tama Ponaki Te Pureoranga – Waikato Regional Renal Centre was officially opened today (Sunday 16 February) with a ceremony at Waikato Hospital, attended by representatives from Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Members of Parliament, and … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency 17 February 2025 12:27 pm | NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi Drivers in the top of the South Island are urged to keep a close eye in weather and road conditions tonight. The Metservice has issued a Heavy Rain Warning for the Tasman ranges west of Motueka, with heavy rain … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government A new pilot programme connecting high school students with New Zealand manufacturers has launched, Small Business and Manufacturing Minister Chris Penk has announced. “Manufacturing is a powerful economic player, contributing about 8.4 percent of New Zealand’s GDP and employing 10 percent of our workforce – but businesses are telling us skill … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police can advise a serious crash has closed both lanes on SH39, Ormsby Road near Puketotara. A crash has occurred between a truck and caravan at around 11.20am. Emergency services are responding to the scene and the road is completely closed and will be for some time. Two people … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Construction of Takitimu North Link Stage 1, a new four lane expressway connecting Tauranga and Te Puna, has passed the halfway point, which is great news for economic growth and productivity in the western Bay of Plenty, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “This is a huge undertaking, with two thousand people … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Road users can look forward to a more complete roundabout experience in Piarere, with the final permanent approach road towards Hamilton set to open. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) advises traffic is planned to be switched onto the new approach on Tuesday 25 February (weather permitting). Darryl Coalter, Acting … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand Visitor arrivals up in 2024 – 17 February 2025 – Overseas visitor arrivals to New Zealand totalled 3.3 million in the December 2024 year. This was up 357,000 (12 percent) from the December 2023 year, according to data released by Stats NZ today. Australia led the increase in visitor arrivals, up … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand Net migration falls in 2024 – 17 February 2025 – New Zealand had a net migration gain of 27,100 in 2024. This was down from a net gain of 128,300 in 2023, according to provisional estimates released by Stats NZ today. “Ups and downs in net migration are a feature of … Read more