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Source: ACT Party ACT is encouraging public sector organisations to make use of 90-day employment trials, once a law change announced today allows for it. Today Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden announced the end of the ‘30-day rule’ which forces new employees onto collective contracts even if they are not union members. The removal … Read more
Source: New Zealand Labour Party The Labour Leader today acknowledged and celebrated David Parker’s 23-year contribution to the Labour Party and to Parliament. “David Parker is a principled and talented Parliamentarian and the Labour team will miss him,” Labour Leader Chris Hipkins said. “He is optimistic and hard-working and has served in a variety of … Read more
Source: New Zealand Labour Party Long-serving Labour MP and former Minister David Parker has today announced his intention to leave Parliament. “It has been a privilege to be elected by the people of New Zealand to represent their interests in Parliament for the last 23 years,” David Parker said. “I have served to the best … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government A high-level delegation from across New Zealand’s Parliament will visit the Pacific over the coming week, led by Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters. “New Zealand’s commitment to the Pacific is long-term and endures through successive governments and across the political spectrum,” Mr Peters says. “That’s why we are visiting the region … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Showcasing Five Platform Technologies to Empower Industrial Advancement in the Central Japan Region HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 April 2025 – The Hong Kong Industrial Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Centre (FLAIR) will debut in Japan at Manufacturing World Nagoya 2025 (9-11 April, Port Messe Nagoya), showcasing advanced technologies … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police are now in a position to release the name of the man who was killed following a collision between a train and vehicle in Penrose on Friday. He was Sarveen Singh, 40, of Auckland. Our thoughts and sympathies are with his family at this difficult time. The crash … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 April 2025 – Arup, a global built environment consultant, has been recognised with eight awards at The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) 50th Anniversary Legacy Award, including five Grand Awards and three Merit Awards, honouring its continuous contributions to engineering, industry and … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SELANGOR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 April 2025 – Coffex Coffee Malaysia and MONO Origine are proud to announce its signature event, Coffee, Planet and Us 2025, themed “The Cost of Sustainability vs The Value of Humanity”, to be held on Wednesday, 30 April 2025 at UOW Malaysia, Glenmarie from … Read more
Source: Council of Trade Unions – CTU The NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi is dismayed that Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety Brooke van Velden has launched another attack on workers’ rights by removing employment protections for workers when they start in a new role. These protections include being provided information about the role and function … Read more
Source: NZCTU The NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi is dismayed that Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety Brooke van Velden has launched another attack on workers’ rights by removing employment protections for workers when they start in a new role. These protections include being provided information about the role and function of unions and that, for … Read more
Source: United Fire Brigades’ Association Aotearoa New Zealand is protected by around 14,000 paid and volunteer firefighters from urban, rural, industrial, and defence force fire brigades. Firefighters have expert, life-saving skills that they regularly train for and perfect so that when the siren calls, they can confidently respond. Recently, we have seen the incredible and gruelling … Read more
Greenhouse gas emissions fall 2.0 percent in the December 2024 quarter – 8 April 2025 – Seasonally adjusted industry and household greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Aotearoa New Zealand decreased 2.0 percent in the December 2024 quarter, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. The decrease was primarily the result of a 45 percent … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand Selected price indexes − rental data for February and March 2025 – 8 April 2025 – Selected price indexes: March 2025 will include the national-level stock measure for actual rentals for housing for February and March 2025. Actual rentals for housing data were not included in the February 2025 selected price … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police and Health NZ have completed Phase One of the Mental Health Response Change Programme and are preparing to begin Phase Two. Phase One of the joint agency approach commenced on 4 November 2024, and Phase Two was initially set to start on 31 March 2025. With Phase One … Read more
Source: BusinessNZ BusinessNZ supports coming changes to employment law to remove unnecessary regulations on employing new staff. Currently businesses must sign up new staff to a collective agreement’s terms for their first 30 days in the job, regardless of whether they want to be in a union or not, and only after 30 days can an … Read more
Source: Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand Global: Recorded executions hit their highest figure since 2015 – Iran, Iraq and Saudi Arabia responsible for 91% of executions – States weaponizing death penalty against protesters and ethnic groups – Rise in drug-related executions in violation of human rights Global executions hit their highest figure since 2015, as over 1,500 people were … Read more
Source: UNICEF Aotearoa NZ Statement by heads of OCHA, UNICEF, UNOPS, UNRWA, WFP and WHO NEW YORK, AMMAN, COPENHAGEN, GENEVA, ROME, 7 April 2025 – “For over a month, no commercial or humanitarian supplies have entered Gaza. “More than 2.1 million people are trapped, bombed and starved again, while, at crossing points, food, medicine, fuel and … Read more
Source: ProCare In a step toward making healthcare more sustainable and whānau centric, ProCare has partnered with Heidi Health to reduce the administrative burden on GPs, helping them spend more time where it counts – with their patients. Heidi Health is an AI medical scribe that automates clinical documentation, enabling GPs to generate accurate notes … Read more
Source: Ministry for Primary Industries A Woodville farmer has been banned from owning or being in charge of farm animals and placed on 6 months community detention over a lack of food and welfare that led to 55 sheep being euthanised and others suffering. Noel Thomas Cunningham (64) was sentenced (7 April 2025) in the … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Coliwoo is a leading co-living space provider in Singapore, offering flexible rental solutions with fully furnished units, communal facilities, and a community-focused living experience for professionals, students, and short- or long-term residents. Coliwoo organises exclusive upskilling events focused on skill-building, wellness, and networking. It also engages in CSR initiatives, including a three-year … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Kaikōura pāua fishery will open to recreational pāua-gathering for a four-month season from 1 May, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says. “I’m very pleased to be able to open this treasured fishery for a longer season this year, which is possible due to the continuing recovery of the pāua … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Voters can expect the 2026 Election to be more efficient, resilient and transparent with the Government accepting a raft of recommendations, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “The Justice Committee recommended 65 changes following its routine inquiry into the last election. “Many of these recommendations are practical, like considering a single deadline … Read more
Source: Department of Conservation Date: 08 April 2025 Tara iti/NZ fairy tern is New Zealand’s rarest endemic breeding bird. With fewer than 45 individuals, the tara iti is nationally critical and despite intensive management has teetered on the brink of extinction since the 1980s. Senior Biodiversity Ranger Alex Wilson says the tiny Tara iti weighs a … Read more
Source: ACT Party The Haps The world is about to relearn economics, as Governments erect trade barriers between citizens of their countries and those of other countries. New Zealand cannot change the rest of the world’s trade policies right now, we can only ensure our own house is as competitive as possible. Putting on our … Read more
Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Date: 08 Apr 2025 Thousands of tuna (eel) trying to migrate to the sea were stranded at Te Waihora/Lake Ellesmere last week, so we worked with Te Taumutu Rūnanga to clear the path for future migrations. Rūnanga became aware of a large tuna migration, estimated to be 20 tonne, on Thursday … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is delivering on its commitment to make it easier for Kiwis to access the finance they need, when they need it, says Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson. “Access to finance is a critical part of life. Kiwis need finance to buy a house or a car, or … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Children’s Minister Karen Chhour has received confirmation that Oranga Tamariki have made progress on the removal of targets not focused on child safety and wellbeing. “I am pleased to announce that Oranga Tamariki are finally moving beyond priorities not directly related to the care and protection of children – they will … Read more