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Source: Hāpai Te Hauora Hāpai Te Hauora is calling for greater scrutiny of changes that will make Powerball’s top prize harder to win while allowing jackpots to grow larger. From 13 September, the number of possible Powerball numbers will increase from 10 to 14. The odds of winning Powerball Division 1 will shift from approximately … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Introduction Good morning. It’s great to be here in the beautiful Kerikeri for this year’s RMLA conference. I want to acknowledge the RMLA for its leadership, and each of you for the critical role you play in shaping the future of our communities. You are the people who spend your professional…
Source: Media Outreach The Air Station is a Singapore consumer-facing sleep health company providing an end-to-end pathway from better sleep and early screening to diagnosis, treatment and ongoing support. Its services span across sleep wellness solutions, sleep health screening, home sleep studies and a range of treatment options for sleep apnea, including dental sleep appliances … Read more
Source: Office of the Ombudsman The Office of the Ombudsman has published its half-yearly data on Official Information Act (OIA) and Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act (LGOIMA) complaints. The data covers the number of complaints received under each Act from 1 January 2026 to 30 June 2026 as well as the number of … Read more
Source: Ministry for Culture and Heritage A new strategy for the Cultural Diplomacy International Programme will guide the presentation of New Zealand culture overseas. With seven new projects funded, and a total of $1.6 million invested in international opportunities, the programme’s 2026-2029 strategy aims to foster bilateral cooperation, attract foreign investment, and increase cultural exports. … Read more
Source: Family First 830 delegates gather for Forum on the Family The annual Forum on the Family hosted by Family First NZ is happening this weekend and will bring together a national network of family-focused organisations, scholars, lobby groups, church leaders and community groups who are part of a growing movement to strengthen families, promote…
Source: New Zealand Government Three Government programmes are making a difference in preventing family violence, new independent evaluations show. Evaluations of E Tū Whānau, Pasefika Proud and the Ethnic Communities Violence Prevention programme found positive shifts in attitudes, behaviours and social norms associated with family violence. The programmes are funded by the Ministry of Social…
Source: New Zealand Government Lower Overseas Investment fees will make it easier and more attractive for investors to bring capital into New Zealand, helping businesses grow, lifting productivity, creating higher-paying jobs, and unlocking New Zealand’s potential. “The Government is focused on removing unnecessary barriers to investment and making New Zealand a more attractive place to…
Source: Save the Children KATHMANDU, 9 September 2026 – About 540 children have been separated from their parents or are unaccompanied two weeks since Nepal’s devastating flash floods, according to an initial assessment, Save the Children said. As needs for family tracing and reunification grow, a rapid assessment by the National Child Rights Council and … Read more
Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace says that the Government has forsaken rural New Zealanders , as new maps of nitrate contamination from Environment Canterbury reconfirm that people living in regions like Ashburton are exposed to unsafe levels of nitrate in their drinking water. Greenpeace Programme Director Niamh O’Flynn says, “A year ago, Environment Canterbury declared a nitrate … Read more
Source: Health Coalition Aotearoa Tamariki are paying the price for the decisions leaders are making to prioritise the profits of the food industry over cost-effective healthy food policies, say researchers. A new benchmarking report finds the coalition government has made virtually no progress on food policies that would reduce non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and obesity among … Read more
Source: ASB Bank Limited National house prices remain around 15% below late 2021 peaks, and roughly 30% lower after adjusting for inflation. ASB expects a more moderate, income-led recovery, with 2021 nominal house price peaks unlikely to be reached again until late 2029. The outlook has implications for household spending, inflation pressure and the OCR. … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 10 September 2026 DOC Principal Investigation Officer Hayden Loper says 0800 DOC HOT received two calls about the remains of the animal which were found on the beach Pauanui on 7 September. Although the animal had begun to decompose, initial assessment suggests the animal’s head has been removed with some…
Source: New Zealand Government The average KiwiSaver balance has passed $40,000 for the first time, with $138.8 billion now invested on behalf of New Zealanders, says Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Cameron Brewer. The Financial Markets Authority’s KiwiSaver Annual Report, released today, shows the average member balance up 11 per cent to $40,340, contributions up…
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing in upgraded visitor facilities at Horopito on the Mountains to Sea – Ngā Ara Tūhono Great Ride, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. “More than 67,000 people pass through Horopito, including on the Great Ride each year, creating lasting memories while contributing the local economy along…
Source: New Zealand Government Planning for the future redevelopment of Hawke’s Bay, Palmerston North, and Tauranga hospitals has reached an important milestone, with early concept images showing what future buildings could look like, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “This is the next step in getting these three redevelopments underway, and it gives patients, staff, and…
Source: New Zealand Government NZ Post’s return to profitability after several years of losses is encouraging, but a sustained commitment to continued improvement is required, says State-Owned Enterprises Minister Simeon Brown. The company today reported a net profit of $17 million for the year ended 30 June 2026, a $19 million improvement on the previous…
Source: New Zealand Government Family doctors and nurses across Auckland and Northland will find it much easier to get the training they need, with a new workforce hub opened today in Auckland, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “We are putting patients first by backing the frontline workers who look after them. Better trained GPs and…
Source: New Zealand Government Landcorp has delivered its strongest operating performance on record, demonstrating that its turnaround is gaining momentum, says State-Owned Enterprises Minister Simeon Brown. The state-owned enterprise today announced a Net Operating Profit of $113 million, up from $49 million the previous year, alongside a Net Profit After Tax of $160 million. The…
Source: New Zealand Government The Government will provide $8 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund to support the continued operation and preservation of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones and Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka say. “Waitangi is where the story of modern New Zealand began. It is a place of immense…
Source: NZCTU New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi welcomes Labour’s AI policy, which will support a future where technology works for people. “Artificial intelligence tools are becoming widely used in many industries. As a country, we need to ensure that working people benefit from, and are not harmed by, AI in the…
Source: New Zealand Police Police are now able to release the name of the man who died on Tuesday 21 July, following a crash on West Coast Road in Templeton on 19 July. He was Lars Andreas Hartwig, 38, from Christchurch. Police extend our thoughts and sympathies to his family and loved ones. Enquiries into…
Source: Media Outreach 18,500 km of highways and roads covered by Kapsch system System ensures traffic safety across New Zealand AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND – EQS Newswire – 10 September 2026 – Kapsch TrafficCom has successfully completed a major upgrade of its traffic management system for the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA), further strengthening traffic operations … Read more
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Source: Media Outreach Expanding satellite and hybrid IoT connectivity services across the Belt and Road Regions HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 September 2026 – HKT (SEHK: 6823) – PCCW Global, the international telecommunications service provider under HKT, and Druid Technology Co., Ltd. (Druid Technology), a Chinese mainland provider of intelligent IoT … Read more
Source: Media Outreach The transaction follows the landmark property’s March 2026 debut and marks the completion of the joint venture transformation of the Lake Como site into a five-star EDITION hotel BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 September 2026 – Bain Capital, a leading global private investment firm, and Omnam Group, a Europe-based … Read more