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Source: New Zealand Government A new pilot programme connecting high school students with New Zealand manufacturers has launched, Small Business and Manufacturing Minister Chris Penk has announced. “Manufacturing is a powerful economic player, contributing about 8.4 percent of New Zealand’s GDP and employing 10 percent of our workforce – but businesses are telling us skill … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police can advise a serious crash has closed both lanes on SH39, Ormsby Road near Puketotara. A crash has occurred between a truck and caravan at around 11.20am. Emergency services are responding to the scene and the road is completely closed and will be for some time. Two people … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Construction of Takitimu North Link Stage 1, a new four lane expressway connecting Tauranga and Te Puna, has passed the halfway point, which is great news for economic growth and productivity in the western Bay of Plenty, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “This is a huge undertaking, with two thousand people … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Road users can look forward to a more complete roundabout experience in Piarere, with the final permanent approach road towards Hamilton set to open. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) advises traffic is planned to be switched onto the new approach on Tuesday 25 February (weather permitting). Darryl Coalter, Acting … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand Visitor arrivals up in 2024 – 17 February 2025 – Overseas visitor arrivals to New Zealand totalled 3.3 million in the December 2024 year. This was up 357,000 (12 percent) from the December 2023 year, according to data released by Stats NZ today. Australia led the increase in visitor arrivals, up … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand Net migration falls in 2024 – 17 February 2025 – New Zealand had a net migration gain of 27,100 in 2024. This was down from a net gain of 128,300 in 2023, according to provisional estimates released by Stats NZ today. “Ups and downs in net migration are a feature of … Read more
Source: MetService Covering period of Monday 17th -Thursday 20th February – ‘Warm and moist’ is the name of the game this week with a swath of tropical air over Aotearoa New Zealand. Rain, associated with a low-pressure system from the north, continues to fall on the North Island today (Monday). The Coromandel Peninsula to the Kaimai … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Attributable to Senior Sergeant Grant Alabaster, Ruapehu Response Manager: Police are pleased to report no significant issues following a gang gathering in the Taumarunui area. An operation to monitor the behaviour of those involved was carried out by Police, monitoring the gathering and the impact on the roads. Additional … Read more
Source: Auckland Council Celebrating the diversity of Tāmaki Makaurau comes in many forms and this month Pride shines a spotlight on our Rainbow communities. Auckland Council Chief Executive Phil Wilson and Director of Community Rachel Kelleher reflect on the role the council plays to support tākatāpui and rainbow communities in our region and why it’s … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is advising road users travelling on State Highway 2 (SH2) between Waipawa and Takapau in Central Hawke’s Bay to expect some delays day and night as the summer renewals programme focusses on this part of the region. SH2 resealing between Waipukurau and Takapau – … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency The work to remove unstable rock material from South Westland’s Epitaph Rift is going well, says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA). Abseiling crews have been working on the cliff face, north of Haast, removing large rocks and exploding unstable rock features since the highway closed early November last year. … Read more
Source: Botica Butler Raudon for Gen Social media, AI and human trust led to a record-breaking year of advanced scams and personal data loss AUCKLAND, 17 February 2024 – Gen™ (NASDAQ: GEN), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety with a family of brands including Norton, Avast, LifeLock, Avira, AVG, ReputationDefender and CCleaner, today released … Read more
Source: Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington A conference focused on Pacific politics is being hosted this week at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington. Entitled “Zone of peace or ocean of discontent?”, the event will run from 19-21 February 2025. The conference is taking place at a time when international geopolitical structures may be … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are responding to a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 30, Rotoiti Forest, Rotorua District. Emergency services were alerted around 9:20am. It appears one person is in a serious condition. The road is closed, and motorists are advised to take an alternate route. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre … Read more
Source: New Zealand Labour Party The Government’s sudden cancellation of the tertiary education funding increase is a reckless move that risks widespread job losses and service reductions across New Zealand’s universities. “Now that the Government has delayed this crucial review of the sector’s long-term funding, universities are left with no clear path forward. The immediate … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Location: Counties Manukau The 16-year-old previously reported missing from the Mount Wellington area has been located safe and well. Police would like to thank those members of the public who provided information, which assisted in locating him. ENDS. Holly McKay/NZ Police MIL OSI
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are responding to a crash on Anzac Parade, near Memorial Drive, Hamilton East. Emergency services were alerted to the crash around 8:15am. One person appears to be in a serious condition. The Serious Crash Unit has been advised. Anzac Parade is closed between Grey Street and Memorial Drive, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has confirmed funding to deliver the Waikare Gorge realignment project, ensuring a resilient and safe connection between Hawke’s Bay and Wairoa District on to Tairawhiti can be restored, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says.“The Government is committed to delivering transport infrastructure that boosts economic growth and creates a safer, more … Read more
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Firefighters have made good progress consolidating the containment lines around the Lewis Pass Road fireground today and will return tomorrow to continue mopping up remaining areas of deep-seated burning. Speed restrictions have been lifted on SH7 overnight while firefighting operations are suspended. The temporary 30km/hr speed limit will be in … Read more
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Firefighters are continuing to deal with hotspots on the Lewis Pass Road fireground today, and strengthening the perimeter. Fire and Emergency NZ Assistant Commander Dave Key said that operations would continue tonight and tomorrow. SH7 between Hanmer Springs and Springs Junction is open with a 30 km/hr speed restriction, but … Read more
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Firefighters have extinguished a fire on the third floor of a multi-story apartment block in Willis St, Wellington, this afternoon. Fire and Emergency Assistant Commander Matt Franklin said multiple 111 calls were received and the apartment was fully involved in fire when the first crews arrived shortly after 2.30pm. “We … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attribute to Inspector Simon Walker, Acting Waitematā District Commander: Police strongly condemn the actions of a group protesting a children’s event at the Te Atatū library yesterday and can confirm officers are investigating allegations of assault. The event was being run as part of the city’s pride festival but … Read more
Source: New Zealand Labour Party “Karen Chhour needs to front up and shed some light on the state of her boot camps experiment,” Willow-Jean Prime said. “Just a few months ago, the pilot went haywire with cases of reoffending – and since the truth escaped, the Minister has held a tight grip on information that’s … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government A new campaign encouraging Australians to pick New Zealand for their next holiday gears up the industry for growth in 2025, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says.Marketing goes live in Australia in the week ahead, underscoring the Government’s commitment to drive international tourism alongside economic growth.“We always love to see … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Hundreds of patients from the central North Island will be supported at Waikato’s new renal facility, which officially opened today, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Delivering improved health infrastructure is a priority for the Government. I am pleased for those patients who will be able to access life-saving care at the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are making enquiries after a firearms incident early this morning that has left a man in critical condition. Emergency services were called to Winstone Ave about 5am after reports of shots heard. A short time later, a man presented to hospital with an apparent gunshot wound. He remains … Read more
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Firefighters have contained the vegetation fire burning on SH7 between Hanmer Springs and Springs Junction in Canterbury. Fire and Emergency NZ Assistant Commander Dave Key says that 30 firefighters and an incident management team are working on the fire this morning, supported by multiple fire appliances, two helicopters and an … Read more