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Source: Department of Conservation Date: 08 January 2025 DOC Operations Manager Whakatipu, David Butt, says the temporary site will be convenient and closer to most of the district’s extensive visitor network. “These two weeks are some of the busiest we get for visitors,” says David. “Glenorchy is a gateway to the area’s most popular day and … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 January 2025 – Divineway Fengshui announces the release of Master Louis Cheung’s new book, An Introduction to Liu Ren Divine Magic. The book aims to provide an in-depth exploration of Liu Ren Divine Magic, an ancient Taoist tradition, offering insights into its principles and relevance … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) A motorist faces the prospect of serious charges after driving through cordons at the scene of a South Waikato crash that closed State Highway 1 this morning. About 5.30am, two vehicles collided at Piarere, between Horahora and Paparamu roads. Five people were injured – three seriously and two critically … Read more
Source: Media Outreach PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 January 2025 – Prince Foundation welcomed 10 Nanyang Technological University (NTU) students from Singapore for a three-week program focused on expanding education access and entrepreneurship mentoring in Cambodia. NTU students return to Cambodia to develop innovative solutions for advancing education and entrepreneurship in … Read more
Source: Alcohol Healthwatch A decision of the Auckland District Licensing Committee sends a strong message to alcohol retailers who engage in Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) services in retail alcohol outlets. AfterPay is such a BNPL service, and it offers consumers the ability to be almost instantly approved with credit. This service being used for alcohol retail purchases … Read more
Source: Media Outreach GUANGZHOU, CHINA – EQS Newswire – 8 January 2025 – On December 27, 2024, Dossen Hotel Group officially rebranded its member loyalty program, “Dossen Club,” as “Miao Club,” with its popular mascot Qingmao taking center stage. This rebranding places Qingmao, the group’s super IP, directly in front of consumers, offering a fresh, … Read more
Source: Media Outreach A Clinically-Proven Solution for Better Sleep Amid Rising Insomnia Rates in Hong Kong HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 January 2025 – Chemill Pharma Ltd., an innovative health technologies company, is proud to announce the launch of SnoozZ, a unique fast-acting sleep formula designed to address growing problem of … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) A section of State Highway 1 at Piarere has reopened following a serious crash this morning. Emergency services were alerted to the crash about 5.30am. Three people suffered serious injuries and two people were critically injured. The road reopened about 11.30am. Police would like to thank motorists for their … Read more
Source: Te Pati Maori Te Pāti Māori has this morning issued a stern warning to Fast-Track applicants with interests in mining, pledging to hold them accountable through retrospective liability and to immediately revoke Fast-Track consents under a future Te Pāti Māori government. This warning comes ahead of today’s third reading of the Fast-Track Approvals Bill. … Read more
Source: ACT Party ACT MP Mark Cameron is calling on Parliament to thank farmers working through summer by reinstating provisions in the Resource Management Act that prevent regional councils from factoring climate change into their planning. “While many Kiwis enjoy some time off work this summer, cows still need to be milked and crops still … Read more
Source: ACT Party As New Zealanders enjoy time with friends and family this summer, ACT MP Todd Stephenson is calling for greater autonomy for terminally ill New Zealanders to choose when, and with whom, they spend their last moments. Mr Stephenson is the sponsor of the End of Life Choice (Extended Eligibility) Amendment Bill, which would … Read more
Source: ACT Party As many New Zealanders enjoy time off work this summer exploring conservation land, ACT Conservation spokesperson Cameron Luxton is promoting legislation that would ensure hunters and fishers have representation on the Conservation Authority. “Hunters and fishers have a deep connection to nature and the environment. We enjoy being in the great outdoors, … Read more
Source: ACT Party “Westies and Southlanders trying to buy alcohol for New Year’s or going to the pub this summer deserve the same choice and freedom afforded to the rest of the country,” says West Auckland-based ACT MP Simon Court. Mr Court is promoting a member’s bill aimed at dismantling New Zealand’s last liquor monopolies. … Read more
Source: ACT Party ACT MP Dr Parmjeet Parmar is thanking the operators of liquor stores serving their communities during the summer period, and says these operators deserve a stronger voice in licensing decisions. “While many of us enjoy some long-awaited time off work this summer, our holiday activities have been made easier by those who … Read more
Source: Etu Union The release of a new report highlights that natural gas is not a viable solution for Aotearoa’s energy future, further underscoring the need for a well-planned Just Transition for workers and communities in Taranaki. The report, released by 350 Aotearoa, Common Grace Aotearoa and the Centre for International Corporate Tax Accountability and … Read more
Source: Etu Union E tū is appalled with the Government’s decision to increase the minimum wage by less than inflation for a second year in a row. Minister of Workplace Relations and Safety, Brooke van Velden, announced today that from April next year the minimum wage will be $23.50, an increase of just 35c, or … Read more
Source: Etu Union On International Human Rights Day, E tū is calling on the Government to help fix gender-based pay discrimination by delivering pay equity for care and support workers. E tū is the union for care and support workers, including those working in residential aged care, home support, disability support, and mental health and … Read more
Source: Eastern Institute of Technology – Tairāwhiti December 9, 2024 Tori Cowan-Smith has recently completed a Graduate Diploma in Business at EIT. A teacher who earned her qualifications at EIT before embarking on a successful early childhood education career, has successfully pivoted to complete a Graduate Diploma in Business and found a job in management. … Read more
Source: Green Party The Government’s planned changes to the freedom of speech obligations of universities is little more than a front for stoking the political fires of disinformation and fear, placing teachers and students in the crosshairs. “This has nothing to do with free speech, this is about polluting our public discourse for political gain,” … Read more
Source: Green Party The Ministry of Regulation’s report into Early Childhood Education (ECE) in Aotearoa raises serious concerns about the possibility of lowering qualification requirements, undermining quality and risking worse outcomes for tamariki, whānau, and kaiako. “The Government is trying to cut corners on the education of our tamariki, setting them up to fail while … Read more
Source: Green Party The Green Party has warned that a Green Government will revoke the consents of companies who override environmental protections as part of Fast-Track legislation being passed today. “The industry is on notice: consents granted under this regime that shortcut our democracy, sidestep environmental protections and degrade te taiao will be revoked by … Read more
Source: Green Party The Green Party says the Half Year Economic and Fiscal Update shows how the Government is failing to address the massive social and infrastructure deficits our country faces. “Christopher Luxon is choosing to prolong the recession and kneecap productivity through merciless cuts,” says the Green Party Co-Leader and Finance spokesperson, Chlöe Swarbrick. … Read more
Source: Green Party The Government’s announcement today of a 1.5 per cent increase to minimum wage is another blow for workers, with inflation projected to exceed the increase, meaning it’s a real terms pay reduction for many. “This adds insult to injury for our workers who have been under constant attack under this Government,” says … Read more
Source: New Zealand Governor General Manawareka tch mauriora It is such a great privilege for Richard and me to come to Kopinga. Thank you so much for inviting us to be here today – and for taking us to see the rakau momori and for sharing your knowledge with us. I appreciate what this beautiful, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Governor General Kioranga Nau mai haere mai Welcome everyone to today’s lunch. Thank you for coming. We are so pleased to return some of the wonderful hospitality we have received here. I specifically acknowledge: Her Worship Monique CroonRicki HapiWard KamoPaul Eagle and Toni Gregory-Hunt I understand your police officers, Lucie and Will … Read more
Source: New Zealand Governor General Kei aku nui kei, aku rahi ngā Māreikura, ngā Whatukura. Nau mai, piki mai, kake mai, i runga i te kaupapa o te ra. Tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou katoa. I’d like to begin by specifically acknowledging: Tā Pita Sharples, 2024 Icon Award Whakamana Hiranga recipient, and Te Rangimarie … Read more
Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Date: 01 Jan 2025 Drive, walk or cycle into the south bank of the Ashley Rakahuri River in Rangiora for your choice of two movie screenings: Saturday 18 January, 2pm — Minions: The Rise of Gru The origin story of how the world’s greatest supervillain first met his iconic Minions, … Read more