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Source: New Zealand Government Big strides are being taken in the development of new technology to control the invasive exotic caulerpa seaweed, says Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard.“A $10 million funding injection last year helped drive improvements to technology and getting new tools in the water. Today I’m happy to detail three exciting projects that have … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says a record number of health-funded clinical psychology interns show that the Government’s laser focus on improving the mental health workforce pipeline is working. “In the first year of growing mental health and addiction capacity under New Zealand’s first dedicated Mental Health Workforce Plan, I am pleased to … Read more
Source: Northland Regional Council News the Northland Regional Council will receive more than $6M in government funding for groundbreaking work to tackle invasive exotic Caulerpa seaweed is being welcomed even as news comes it has spread to nearby Urupukapuka, Motukiekie and Moturua Islands. Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard announced yesterday (subs: Tues 25 Feb) the council had … Read more
Source: Charter School Agency Applications for the next tranche of charter schools open today (26.2), just weeks after the first seven charter schools were established, Charter School Agency Chief Executive Jane Lee announced today. “There are two different routes for opening charter schools. Some are new schools addressing specific needs that aren’t being met in … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are seeking Michael Kane McRae, 44, who has a warrant for his arrest. We believe Mr McRae will be able to assist with our investigation into several arsons at churches in Masterton on the morning of Saturday 22 February. We also wish to reiterate our appeal issued yesterday … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Karen Simmons, Canterbury Metro Police: Police acknowledge the lifting of name suppression for Rowan Maxwell Donoghue, 68-years-old, who is due to appear in Christchurch District Court on 10 March charged with historical sexual offending against young people during the years 1996 – 2000. Police … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Contractors will begin work to rebuild a section of State Highway 1 at Topuni, north of Old North Road, tomorrow (Thursday 27 February). Work is expected to be completed by Thursday 17 April. The first five weeks (until approx. Wednesday 2 April) will be day works, between 6.30am and 5.30pm, … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand Tourism satellite account: Year ended March 2024 – 26 February 2025 – Tourism satellite account (TSA) provides an overview of tourism’s role in New Zealand, highlighting the changing levels and impact of tourism activity. It presents information on tourism’s contribution to the economy in terms of expenditure and employment. This release … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand Alcohol available for consumption: Year ended December 2024 – 26 February 2025 – Alcohol available for consumption statistics provide information on the volume of alcoholic beverages (beer, wine, spirits, and spirit-based drinks) available for consumption in New Zealand. Key factsAll comparisons are between the year ended December 2024 and the year … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police have recovered a cache of firearms at a Papatoetoe property overnight. Earlier in the evening, just before 8.30pm, the Police Eagle helicopter located a vehicle of interest from a previous firearms incident. Inspector Dave Christoffersen, Area Commander for Counties Manukau West, says in that incident a firearm had … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has released its third Quarterly Investment Report as part of the drive to deliver better value for money from government expenditure and restore fiscal discipline, Associate Minister of Finance and Minister for Infrastructure Chris Bishop says. “This is the third quarter where we are publishing the Government’s Quarterly Investment … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Minister of Education David Seymour has today announced that round two of the charter school application process is open. “Both new schools and state schools wanting to convert to charter school status will now be able to submit their expressions of interest to the Charter School Agency (CSA),” Mr Seymour … Read more
Source: Department of Conservation On the West Coast of the South Island, you’ll find a huge range of tramping opportunities – from simple overnighters suitable for young families to multi-day adventures for those with backcountry skills. We spoke with a few West Coast staff to hear about their favourite huts and adventures. Remotest Hut: Gorge … Read more
Source: Meridian Energy 26 February 2025 – Meridian Energy has reported a net loss after tax of $121 million for the six months ending 31 December 2024, compared to a net profit after tax of $191 million in last year’s interim result. Operating cash flows were $50 million, down from $303 million in the same period … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are reviewing new information about the 26-year-old murder of David John Robinson after canvassing the small West Coast settlement of Kakapotahi. Detective Inspector Geoff Baber says after re-interviewing individuals in mid-February, new information and lines of enquiry had come to light. “The dedicated investigation team based in Hokitika … Read more
Source: Auckland Council Auckland Council is, for the first time, taking firm action against dog owners who have failed to register their pets, with around 5,500 infringement notices to be issued over the next few days. Chair of the Regulatory and Safety Committee, Councillor Josephine Bartley, emphasised dog registration is not optional. “This is the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The latest quarterly update from the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission shows that the value of infrastructure projects in the National Infrastructure Pipeline totals $204 billion, an increase of $60.4 billion since the last quarter, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop says. The Pipeline is managed by the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission and provides … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Attribute to Detective Sergeant Luke Vaughan Christchurch Police would like to identify the man in this photo. We are hoping they can assist with an ongoing enquiry in relation to an assault at the intersection of Radcliffe Road and Main North Road in Northwood, Christchurch on Saturday 15 February. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Two men have been charged following a ram raid burglary at a Flat Bush liquor store. Just before 12.30am, a burglary was reported in progress at the Bishop Dunn Place store. Detective Inspector Karen Bright, of Counties Manukau CIB, says two stolen vehicles had arrived at the scene. “One … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE and ANAHEIM, USA – Media Outreach Newswire – 25 February 2025 – Allwin Medical Devices Inc. (“Allwin”), a leading manufacturer of a wide range of medical devices addressing women’s health (IVF), urology, gastroenterology and interventional radiology has partnered with Esco, a leading global provider of life sciences equipment that serves multiple … Read more
Source: Media Outreach The Healthy with KidSTART initiative has expanded significantly, growing from supporting 120 families in 2020 to more than 3,100 families in 2024 SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 February 2025 – On 22 February 2025, over 600 KidSTART parents and children gathered for a day of fun at the What’s for … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 February 2025 – DFI Retail Group (“DFI”) today announced important leadership changes to strengthen its strategic capabilities and drive growth. Ella Chan has been appointed as Group Chief Strategy Officer, effective 1 April 2025. Ella brings over two decades of leadership experience in … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can confirm one person has died following a single-vehicle crash near Pahiatua this afternoon. Emergency services were alerted to the crash on Pahiatua-Mangahao Road, between Ridge Road North and Soldiers Road, about 5pm. Two people are being treated for minor injuries. Sadly, another occupant died a short time … Read more
Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 February 2025 – France has over 100 different apple varieties thanks to its unique climate and fertile soil. Recently, climate change has significantly impacted global agriculture, particularly affecting fruit cultivation. Following a challenging harvest in 2023, Europe’s apple production faces its second-lowest level … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Aimed at businesses of any size and at any sustainability stage, the partnership service has already engaged nearly 50 global partners since its soft launch HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 February 2025 – The Mills Fabrica, a global collaborative hub propelling sustainability-focused innovations in the techstyle and agrifood … Read more
Source: Mana Whenua “Under the leadership of mana whenua, Protect Rotokākahi Incorporated has filed for interim enforcement orders in the Environment Court to immediately stop Rotorua Lakes Council’s construction of a sewage pipe through wāhi tapu by Lake Rotokākahi,” said spokesperson for court action Te Whatanui Leka Taumalolo Skipwith. “Last night, over 100 police marched … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Emergency services are at the scene of a serious single-vehicle crash that has blocked the road between Pahiatua and Palmerston North. Police were called to the scene, on Pahiatua-Mangahao Road, between Ridge Road North and Soldiers Road, about 5pm. Two people have minor injuries, and one person is in … Read more