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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency The first planned night closures of State Highway 2 Remutaka Hill for 2025 are coming up. The route is set to be closed to traffic for five nights, 9 pm to 4 am, from Sunday, 23 February to Friday morning 28 February, says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA). Mark … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Two independent reviews are being undertaken to boost ACC’s performance and ensure it continues to deliver for New Zealanders, ACC Minister Andrew Bayly says.“ACC provides crucial support to injured Kiwis. It is the only no-fault accident compensation scheme like it in the world, and Kiwis should feel immensely proud of it,” … Read more
Source: New Zealand Labour Party Half of Pacific children sometimes going without food is just one of many heartbreaking lowlights in the Salvation Army’s annual State of the Nation report. “This devastating report shows just how far this country has gone backwards under this coalition of chaos,” Labour’s social development spokesperson Carmel Sepuloni said. “While … Read more
Source: Green Party The Green Party is urgently calling on the Government to prioritise long-term prosperity of our oceans in its consultation on the Fisheries Act. “Our oceans are in a state of decline, continuing to put short-term profit before long-term sustainability will see the health of our ocean life wash away,” says Green Party’s … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) State Highway 6 near Atawhai Drive, Nelson is currently closed following a crash. The two-vehicle crash involving a car and a motorbike was reported just before 11:30am. One person has been seriously injured. Diversions are in place and motorists are advised to expect delays. ENDS Issued by Police Media … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 February 2025 – X0PA AI, a leading innovator in AI-powered talent acquisition, today announced the launch of its groundbreaking Agentic AI Suite, featuring advanced AI-driven agents designed to transform the hiring landscape. The initial release introduces two powerful AI agents, Alex and Kate, marking a … Read more
Source: NZ On Air and the NZ Film Commission (NZFC) NZ On Air and the NZ Film Commission (NZFC) acknowledge the importance of ensuring public funding delivers the best possible outcomes for audiences and the wider sector. The Ministry for Culture and Heritage has today released a Media Reform consultation document that includes a number … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister with responsibility for Pharmac David Seymour, and Health Minister Simeon Brown welcome Pharmac’s decision to fund medicines for a further five health conditions, including cancers, from 1 March 2025. “Pharmac operates independently, but it must work within the budget constraints set by the government,” Mr Seymour says. “Today … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Defence Minister Judith Collins leaves today for Germany to attend the Munich Security Conference and hold a range of bilateral meetings.“In these times of rising geopolitical tension, open dialogue and defence diplomacy are more important than ever,” Ms Collins says.“I am looking forward to attending this annual conference, to meet face-to-face … Read more
Source: Southern Lakes Sanctuary The 18 takahē released on to 18,000ha of leasehold land in the Rees Valley near Queenstown was made possible thanks to a major predator control effort three years in the making. Yesterday’s release of the 18 endangered flightless birds marked a major milestone for Southern Lakes Sanctuary, which led the land … Read more
Source: ASB ASB has reported a cash net profit after tax (NPAT) of $716 million for the six months to 31 December 2024, an increase of 1% on the prior comparative period, as the economy moves towards recovery. Statutory NPAT is $763 million, a 2% increase on the prior comparative period. The increase in … Read more
Source: Green Party The Salvation Army’s State of the Nation report is a bleak indictment on the failure of Government to take steps to end poverty, with those on benefits, including their children, hit hardest. “Poverty is a political choice this Government is choosing for our communities, intentionally exacerbating inequality and pushing thousands of families … Read more
Source: Department of Conservation Date: 12 February 2025 After travelling from Burwood Takahē Centre near Te Anau and Orokonui Ecosanctuary Dunedin, takahē rangers paused briefly at Glenorchy Primary School for children to wave the birds on to the release site. Mana whenua Ngāi Tahu welcomed takahē with a mihi whakatau before they were released. The decision … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is providing Wellington Girls’ College certainty by confirming funding for the school’s long-term property solution.“Cabinet has approved funding for the next stage of the school’s redevelopment. It will deliver safe, warm and dry learning environments that will ensure Wellington Girls’ College continues to deliver a world-leading education for generations … Read more
Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace welcomes news that a land-use agreement in Glenavy has lapsed and will not be renewed, which means a proposed $350 million waste to energy incinerator cannot be built there by the company SRRL. It would have been the first polluting waste to energy incinerator built of its kind in Aotearoa New Zealand. “This … Read more
Source: Electricity Authority The Energy Competition Task Force (the Task Force) has identified new ways to give consumers more control over their energy costs and to harness the power of rooftop solar and batteries. The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko (the Authority) is now seeking feedback on three proposed changes to regulation to promote competition, reliable … Read more
Source: Office of the Privacy Commissioner The hunt to land a flat over summer shouldn’t come at the expense of people’s privacy rights, warns Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster. “There’s often a lot of pressure on people, especially students, to find a flat quickly, which risks privacy shortcuts being taken and that can put both tenants and … Read more
Source: ASB ASB has today announced decreases on some of its most popular mortgage terms, with market-leading rates across the major banks on 6-month, 1-year and 18-month terms from today. The 6-month term drops 10 basis points to 5.89%, the 1-year rate drops to 5.49% while the 18-month term falls 15 basis points to 5.19%. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government will prioritise delivery of upgrades to SH76 Brougham Street in Christchurch as a Road of Regional Significance, including an overbridge between Collins and Simeon Streets, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “The Government is committed to delivering transport infrastructure that boosts economic growth and productivity, reduces congestion, and creates a … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Feedback is being sought on proposed changes to the Fisheries Act which Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says are the most significant reforms in the sector for decades.“The Coalition Government is committed to the success of the fishing industry, which generates around $1.6 billion in exports each year and employs … Read more
Source: Ministry for Primary Industries Have your say Fisheries New Zealand wants your feedback on a package of proposals that will enhance value to fishers and better ensure sustainability. These proposed reforms will: improve the responsiveness, efficiency, and certainty of decision-making provide greater protection for on-board camera footage and ensure the on-board camera programme is … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Otago Lakes Area Commander, Inspector Paula Enoka: A man is appearing in court today charged with the murder of Karen White last year. Ms White was killed in her Lake Hawea home on Friday 8 March, 2024. Following a lengthy investigation, Police have now charged a 61-year-old … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden says an income threshold for unjustified dismissal claims will apply to existing employment agreements after one year. The income threshold was announced last year and will be introduced as part of upcoming changes to the Employment Relations Act. It delivers on the ACT-National … Read more
Source: Media Outreach DUBAI, UAE – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 February 2025 – The World Government Summit, known as “the world’s largest and most influential” intergovernmental forum, was held in Dubai, UAE, from 11 to 13 February. Themed as “Shaping Future Governments”, the Summit attracts about 6,000 participants, including more than 30 heads of … Read more
Source: Media Outreach MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 February 2025 – One of the world’s most influential rock bands, Green Day officially launched their Asian tour on February 9 at Macau’s largest indoor entertainment venue, Galaxy Arena. Amid crashing waves of sound and thunderous applause, Green Day opened the night with their … Read more
Source: Media Outreach First local telecom carrier in Hong Kong to provide Microsoft Operator Connect1HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 February 2025 – HKT has partnered with Microsoft Hong Kong to provide Operator Connect, making it the first local telecom carrier to offer the new Microsoft Teams Phone solution for enterprises in … Read more
Source: Media Outreach As Hong Kong witnesses a burgeoning interest in health insurance, Singapore grapples with the challenges of rising medical costs and financial risk management. Budget Priorities: Respondents in both regions allocate significant portions of their budgets to Family, Finance, and Health. Notably, there is a strong intent to increase health budgets in 2025, … Read more