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Source: Federated Farmers The Government’s proposed improvements to farm plans are a positive step towards a more practical and affordable solution, but the devil will be in the detail, Federated Farmers says. “Farm plans have huge potential to cut unnecessary red tape, compliance costs, and consenting requirements for farmers,” Federated Farmers vice president Colin Hurst says. … Read more
Source: RNZRSA On Tuesday 22 April, the RNZRSA will officially open its first Veteran Support Centre in Manurewa. The opening will be conducted by Minister for Veterans Hon Chris Penk, the RNZRSA’s National President Sir Wayne (Buck) Shelford and Board Chair LT GEN (Retd) Rhys Jones. The opening of the Manurewa RSA Veteran … Read more
Source: PSA At a time of turmoil in the international economic landscape, it doesn’t make sense to kneecap one of the key agencies dedicated to helping New Zealand meet its challenges. The Government today announced a deep 25% cut in the bank’s five-year operational funding arrangement. “How does this fit with the Government’s economic growth agenda?” … Read more
Source: PSA Another 64 proposed redundancies were announced by Callaghan Innovation today in its continued disestablishment as part of the Government’s overhaul of the science sector. Included in the proposed redundancies are 48 scientists working in Callaghan Innovation’s Applied Technologies group. “There are scientists working in medical technology, artificial intelligence, robotics and mechatronics that are proposed … Read more
Source: Kiwis Against Seabed Mining (KASM) Wannabe seabed miners Trans Tasman Resources (TTR) have now applied for fast-track approval to dig up the South Taranaki Bight seabed, but community organisation Kiwis Against Seabed Mining (KASM) questioned whether the company had done the work required to give the EPA a full picture of the consequences, and … Read more
Source: Ara Institute of Canterbury Ara Institute of Canterbury and The Housing Innovation Society (THIS) have partnered to bring the biennial Coho Hui 2025 to Ōtautahi for 2025. The conference-dedicated to advancing collective housing in Aotearoa- is being held at Kahukura, Ara’s academic hub for engineering and architecture studies on April 16 and 17. With the … Read more
Source: PSA The PSA strongly opposes moves signalled in the Government’s Health Infrastructure Plan to use public-private partnerships to build new hospital buildings and car parks. Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi National Secretary Fleur Fitzsimons says the plans’ references to using public-private partnerships and long-term leases to provide health infrastructure is alarming. “The … Read more
Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace says it will continue the fight to stop seabed mining starting in Aotearoa after Trans-Tasman Resources (TTR) announced it has reapplied to the Environmental Protection Authority via the Fast-Track Act to start seabed mining in the South Taranaki Bight. Greenpeace is urging the EPA to throw out the seabed mining application without delay. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Labour Party The Government’s health infrastructure plan is big on promises but coy on where the money is coming from. “Simeon Brown says that more than $20 billion is needed but says nothing about where that will be magicked up from,” Labour leader Chris Hipkins said. “Labour had a plan to fix … Read more
Source: New Zealand Labour Party That equates to about $46,500 per student in charter schools compared to about $9000 per student in a state school. “Only in David Seymour’s world does it make sense to pour millions into a failed experiment for a couple hundred students yet restrict funding for school lunches for hundreds of … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are attending a serious crash in Stillwater this afternoon. At around 2.35pm, a crash involving a car and truck was reported at the intersection of Jackson Way and East Coast Road. The driver of the car is currently in a critical condition. The Serious Crash Unit is deploying … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency With severe weather arriving ahead of the busy Easter holiday period, NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is advising road users in the Waikato and Bay of Plenty, to be prepared and take extra care on the roads. Heavy rain and strong winds are forecast, with MetService issuing a severe … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 April 2025 – Crayon, a global leader in IT services and innovation, today announced the latest release of its biennial Future of Operations study of SMB decision makers. The Future of Operations: Advancing AI-Driven Innovation and Cloud Agility for Small and Medium Sized Businesses, … Read more
Source: Auckland Council Mana Whenua, government, scientists, community groups and all who care about Te Manukanuka o Hoturoa, the Manukau Harbour, are invited to join in a full day conference on Friday 31 May 2025. The Symposium is a day where the Manukau Harbour, with its immense value, the challenges it faces, and the extraordinary … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Kiwis will soon be able to file and track their court cases online as the Government signs off the business case to finally go digital, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith and Courts Minister Nicole McKee say. “The new online portal will provide a source of trusted information, and users will receive consistent, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Temple View earlier today. Emergency services were called to the single vehicle crash on Tuhikaramea Road at about 10:30am. One person died at the scene, a second person received minor injuries. The road remains closed, while a scene … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are advising power lines are currently down on Hibiscus Coast Highway in Silverdale. Lines have come down between the interesections with East Coast and Tavern roads. Eastbound and westbound traffic is being diverted via East Coast Road and Tavern Road. Lines contractors are on site. We advise motorists … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Road users will be enjoying 2 new Tauriko West intersections by May, as part of the State Highway 29 (SH29) Tauriko Enabling Works project. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) advises that a new intersection in Tauriko Village, near where the former service station was, will open with a temporary … Read more
Source: Media Outreach MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 April 2025 – In a region rich with ambition, the Philippines continues to lead with sustainability and purposeful leadership. The Asia Corporate Excellence & Sustainability (ACES) Awards has officially opened Wave 2 nominations for its 2025 edition – inviting Filipino companies and leaders to … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can today release the name of the man who was located deceased in a vehicle in Kawakawa on 13 April. He was 63-year-old Archibald McKenzie, of Te Ti Mangonui. Detective Inspector Rhys Johnston says: “A 49-year-old man will reappear on 2 May in the Whangārei High Court, charged … Read more
Source: ACT Party Introduction Thank you very much to Leeann and the team for hosting me here at Business Canterbury. I say it every time but I’ll say it again: we need to celebrate business in this country. Too often, when a business makes a profit, people jump to the conclusion that someone, somewhere must … Read more
Source: ACT Party ACT is welcoming the Government’s announcement of a 25 percent reduction in budgeted operational funding for the Reserve Bank, which aligns with the commitment in our coalition agreement to narrow the Reserve Bank’s remit and focus on price stability. ACT Leader David Seymour says: “Under Labour, the Reserve Bank used its resources … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on State Highway 2, Tangoio this morning. The crash involving two vehicles was reported to Police just before 9am. One person died at the scene, three others were transported to hospital, two with serious injuries and one with moderate … Read more
Source: MetService Covering period of Wednesday 16th – Friday 18th April – As Cyclone Tam approaches Aotearoa New Zealand from the north, the two-pronged weather event brings both heavy rain and strong winds, with impacts from the one likely to intensify impacts from the other. Warnings and Watches have been updated, with more areas added. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation On Wednesday, New Zealand Nurses Organisation Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa (NZNO) members who work at North Shore and Waitakere hospitals will engage with local leaders and politicians about the dire state their local hospitals and the public health system. Like many hospitals North Shore and Waitakere are struggling with under-resourcing … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government In great news for Kiwi road users, the first season of the country’s most ambitious road maintenance project ever has seen 119 lane kilometres of State Highway 1 (SH1) between Tīrau and Waiouru rehabilitated or resealed, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “As this huge maintenance effort comes to an end, I … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is seeking public feedback on options to strengthen New Zealand’s overarching emergency management legislation, Emergency Management and Recovery Minister Mark Mitchell announced today. “The Government is committed to strengthening New Zealand’s emergency management system and ensuring that it can meet the growing risk we face from severe weather events … Read more