Activist News – Government ministers and Human Rights Commission give green light to Destiny Church assaults against Palestine solidarity protest this weekend – PSNA

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Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) The Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa is alarmed Winston Peters and the Human Rights Commissioner have given the green light to Destiny Church assaults against Palestinian support protests this weekend.   PSNA has been contacted by police to say that Brian Tamaki’s Destiny Church has just issued direct threats to ‘shut down’ … Read more

Marama Davidson to mark return to politics at Waitangi

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Source: Green Party Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson will return to politics at Waitangi on Monday the 3rd of February where she will hold a stand up with fellow co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick.  “I am alive, I am well and I am back,” says Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson.  “I’m delighted to be returning to my … Read more

Body found on Bethells Beach believed to be missing swimmer

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police were notified about 8:10pm yesterday that a body had washed up on Bethells Beach. Although formal identification is ongoing, Police believe it is likely the body of the man who got into difficulty in the water at Piha on Tuesday evening. The man’s family has been advised and … Read more

Operation Rimu – Homicide, Ōpōtiki

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Varnam: A man has died after a violent altercation in central Ōpōtiki overnight, and Police have launched a homicide investigation. Emergency services were notified that a group of around six people were fighting on Church Street about 12:20am. One of those involved had … Read more

Germany “rested on its laurels” too long, report finds

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Source: Media Outreach LOS ANGELES, USA – Newsaktuell – 31 January 2025 – High levels of governance have masked a slow decline in Germany, with political, economic, and social fractures “festering over years”, a new scientific report released only weeks ahead of the February 23 parliamentary elections concludes. On February 23, Germany elects a new … Read more

Oxfam Aotearoa responds to New Zealand’s Climate Target

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Source: Oxfam Aotearoa “New Zealand’s climate target for 2035 fails to show our commitment to stand with the Pacific and stop climate harm” said Oxfam Aotearoa Climate Justice Lead, Nick Henry. The New Zealand Government has just announced its climate target for 2035 under the Paris Agreement. New Zealand is obliged to set a Nationally Determined … Read more

Government confirms international commitment to disability community

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Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand’s strong commitment to the rights of disabled people has continued with the response to an important United Nations report, Disability Issues Minister Louise Upston has announced.Of the 63 concluding observations of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), 47 will be progressed or considered … Read more

Serious crash closes SH6, Westland

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) State Highway 6 is closed near the Kakapotahi River following a crash. The two-vehicle crash was reported around 6:10pm. One person has been seriously injured. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL OSI

Fatal crash: Fairlight Road, Southland

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Southland yesterday. The single vehicle crash occurred on Fairlight Road just before 10pm. The sole occupant of the vehicle died at the scene. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing. ENDS MIL OSI

Arrest and seizures, Ōpōtiki

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attribute to Sergeant Caoin Macey: Police in Ōpōtiki have again interrupted the sale and supply of drugs following a search warrant at an address linked to a gang, executed yesterday Thursday 30 January. A 47-year-old woman is facing a number of drug and firearms charges after the warrant uncovered … Read more

Water you waiting for?? Fun ways to stay cool and active in Tāmaki Makaurau

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Source: Auckland Council The opportunities to join in on a splash of fun in Tāmaki Makaurau abound.   Make the most of summer with Auckland Council’s Pool and Leisure Centres, suitable for all ages and comfort levels.     Whether you’re after an outdoor pool surrounded by nature, a safe and relaxing ‘women only’ space for working out, … Read more

Release: Mining plan offers false promises with real damage

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Source: New Zealand Labour Party The Government is doubling down on outdated and volatile fossil fuels, showing how shortsighted and destructive their policies are for working New Zealanders. “Shane Jones’ announcement is shortsighted, environmentally reckless, and a giveaway to private mining interests,” Labour’s energy spokesperson Megan Woods said. “We are not against mining as long … Read more

The Privacy Amendment Bill is coming soon – here’s what you need to know

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Source: Privacy Commissioner The Privacy Amendment Bill is making its way through Parliament, and we know organisations are starting to think about how this will impact them. Weve put together key information on the Bill, which well update as it progresses. GuidanceOne of the important changes in the Bill is adding Information Privacy Principle (IPP)3A. … Read more

Transport – Pothole repairs are paying off

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Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Transporting New Zealand says the intensified focus on road maintenance and pothole repair is paying off, preventing damage to vehicles, supporting road safety and keeping Kiwis moving. Transport Minister Chris Bishop announced this afternoon that 98 per cent of potholes on state highways were repaired within 24 hours of identification every … Read more

First Responders – Tiwai Peninsula vegetation fire update #3

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Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand crews have made good progress in clearing hotspots out of the burnt scrub and wetland on Tiwai Peninsula today. Incident Controller Hamish Angus says that despite warmer conditions this afternoon, firefighters have been able to hold down any potential flare-ups. “As well as having four … Read more

Our Tamariki Deserve Better than Seymour’s Slop

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Source: Te Pati Maori Te Pāti Māori is appalled by the government’s blatant mishandling of the school lunch programme. David Seymour’s ‘cost-saving’ measures have left tamariki across Aotearoa with unidentifiable meals, causing distress and outrage among parents and communities alike. “What’s the difference between providing inedible food, and providing no food at all?” Said Te … Read more

Further rockfall protection and slip repair work at State Highway 6 Dellows Bluff

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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Drivers can expect to see more work on State Highway 6 at Dellows Bluff with work to fix a new slip site set to get underway in February. Resilience work has been ongoing at the area since a major rockfall in July 2022. This has seen rock scaling and rock … Read more

Waikato & Bay of Plenty state highway works January/February 2025 

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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency State Highway 29 continues to be a hive of activity with night works starting on the Kaimai Range from Sunday 9 February for 10 nights.  SH29 Kaimai Range night closure schedule:  Sunday 9 February to Friday 14 February, 8pm to 4.30am  Sunday 16 February to Friday 21 February, 8pm to … Read more

TRUMP coin: the signal of crypto era and rise of memecoins by global broker Octa

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Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 January 2025 – Memecoins were on the rise in 2024. Their overall market capitalisation increased from $20 billion last January up to $120 billion in December 2024. Such coins as DOGE, PEPE, or SHIB have thrived, primarily driven by community support and innovative … Read more

Update: Homicide investigation – Harley Shrimpton

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Please attribute to Detective Inspector Lindsay Pilbrow: In November 2023, Tauranga Police launched a homicide investigation after Harley Shrimpton was killed at a rural property in Poripori Road, Lower Kaimai, Tauranga. He had been missing since he was kidnapped on 3 November 2023 and a missing person report was … Read more

Climate – Seasonal Climate Outlook February to April 2025 by the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA)

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Source: NIWA Seasonal Climate Outlook New Zealand is likely to experience a blend of typical La Niña climate patterns, along with occasional atypical patterns over the next three months, according to the latest Seasonal Climate Outlook released today (Friday 31 January 2025) by the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA). A La Niña Advisory … Read more

Government Cuts – Scaled-back new Dunedin hospital puts cost-cutting before health – NZNO

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Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation The Coalition Government’s scaled-back new Dunedin hospital build is putting cost-cutting ahead of health and wellbeing, the New Zealand Nurses Organisation Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa (NZNO) says. NZNO President and emergency nurse Anne Daniels says today’s announcement fails to future-proof the health needs of the Southern community. “This is short-sighted. … Read more

Further appeal for information in Harley Shrimpton homicide investigation

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Please attribute to Detective Inspector Lindsay Pilbrow: In November 2023, Tauranga Police launched a homicide investigation after Harley Shrimpton was killed at a rural property in Poripori Road, Lower Kaimai, Tauranga. He had been missing since he was kidnapped on 3 November 2023 and a missing person report was … Read more

Release: Dunedin wins, hospital build continues

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Source: New Zealand Labour Party The people of Dunedin have won in an almost year-long battle to have their hospital confirmed, but National’s delays have cost dearly. “Though there are fewer beds than originally planned, this is a win for the people of the Southern region,” Labour health infrastructure spokesperson Tracey McLellan said. “We have … Read more

Pair get $25,000 fine and 300 hours community work over illegal slaughter and sales of pigs

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Source: Ministry for Primary Industries An Auckland woman has been fined $25,245 and an Auckland man has been ordered to do 300 hours’ community work for the illegal slaughter and sales of pigs. Following a successful investigation and prosecution by New Zealand Food Safety, Suli Rachael Rejoice Adimim (43) and Bruce Baru Luke Vunipola (38) … Read more

Justice served in Southland drug operation

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attribute to Southern District Crime Manager Detective Inspector Shona Low: Police have smashed a significant Southland drug operation, thanks to some dodgy-looking crockery intercepted by Customs in Auckland. Kilograms of drugs, including over 30kg of cannabis, and over $60,000 cash have been seized and two Invercargill men have been … Read more

Govt Cuts – Official data shows Government over-egged working from home issue – PSA

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Source: PSA The Government should be embarrassed that its own data shows working from home by public servants is not the big problem it made out to be. The Public Service Commission has today published data showing only a third of public servants work from home around one or two days a week. The average days working from … Read more