Openings – New inclusive café expands Delta’s services, creating more ways to connect

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Source: Rata Foundation Christchurch-based Delta Community Support Trust has launched Flourish Café, an inclusive community space creating real-world hospitality experience and employment pathways for people with intellectual disabilities. Run by members of Delta’s Friendship Link, alongside staff and volunteers, the café gives adults with intellectual disabilities supported, hands-on experience in food preparation and customer service – … Read more

NZ democracy at risk of corporate corruption – Green Party backs urgent inquiry

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Source: Green Party Allegations that the Prime Minister’s office withheld information about backroom lobbying by major climate polluters – ahead of legislating to prevent court action against those same corporations – must be investigated, says the Green Party. “The facts are that major polluters had a meeting with the Prime Minister and that the full…

Fatal crash, Oakleigh

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Source: New Zealand Police One person has died following a serious crash in Oakleigh, Whangārei overnight. Emergency services responded to the single vehicle crash on State Highway 1 at about 1.30am. Sadly, one person died at the scene. A second occupant was transported to hospital in a serious condition. The Serious Crash Unit has completed…

English language requirement extended to AEWV skill level 3 roles

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Source: New Zealand Government Minimum English language requirements under the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) are being extended to skill level 3 roles, Immigration Minister Erica Stanford says.  From 1 June 2026, the requirement will apply to ANZSCO and National Occupation List (NOL) skill level 3 roles, aligning them with the existing English language requirements…

On the hunt for new wheels following flee

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Source: New Zealand Police A Head Hunters gang member who failed to stop for Police will have to patch up his ride after his tyres were spiked not once but twice. Just before 1am, Police observed a Jeep Grand Cherokee travelling on Custom Street East and signalled for the vehicle to stop. Senior Sergeant Shaun…

Rescue operation hits close to home

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Source: Maritime New Zealand How the daughter of our Rescue Coordination Centre’s Lead Advisor ended up at the centre of a rescue operation. The night before his daughter Madeleine set out to hike the Heaphy Track in Kahurangi National Park, Dave Wilson gave her his personal locator beacon (PLB). An experienced tramper, Madeleine had already…

Fatal crash, Kaipara District

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Source: New Zealand Police One person has died in a single vehicle crash southeast of Dargaville. Emergency services were notified shortly before 7.50pm on Sunday of the crash, which happened on Arapohue Road near Rowland Road. The Serious Crash Unit was advised, and the circumstances of the crash are under investigation. ENDS. NZ Police Media…

ASB: Strait closure may squeeze NZ far beyond fuel

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Source: ASB As the Middle East conflict enters its 12th week, new ASB analysis suggests the economic fallout for New Zealand is spreading well beyond the pump, with supply chain costs rising and household spending expected to come under further pressure. “While the immediate effect has been higher fuel prices, that’s only one piece of … Read more

Opinion – From Victimhood to Empowerment: Palestine Through the Eyes of Its Indigenous People

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Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand OPINION: For decades, the Palestinian cause has largely been presented to the world as the story of a suffering people, a nation living under occupation, siege, displacement, and violence. While this reality cannot and should not be denied, reducing Palestinians solely to the image of “victims” carries a profound … Read more

Rural News – Major breakthrough in battle against wilding pines – Federated Farmers

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Source: Federated Farmers After years of pushing for more funding to tackle wilding pines, Federated Farmers says today’s Government announcement is a major breakthrough. The Government has committed an extra $79 million for wilding pine control over the next three years, taking the total commitment to $109 million, targeting some of the country’s worst-affected areas. Federated … Read more

Fatal crash, SH8, Tekapo

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Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Senior Sergeant Hamish Keer-Keer: One person has died following a serious crash in Tekapo this afternoon. Emergency services were called to a two-vehicle crash on SH8/Tekapo-Twizel Road at around 4.30pm. Sadly, despite best efforts, one person died at the scene. There were no other injuries. The road will remain…

Road closed, SH8, Tekapo

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Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 8/Tekapo-Twizel Road is closed following a serious crash in Tekapo this afternoon. Emergency services were called to a two vehicle crash on SH8 at around 4.30pm. There are reports of serious injuries. The road is closed south of the Tekapo-Pukaki Canal Bridge near Tekapo Canal Road, and will be…

Government boosts funding to tackle wilding pines

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing in rural productivity by supercharging efforts to tackle the spread of wilding pines, Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard says. “Wilding pines threaten productive farmland, water supplies in sensitive catchments, and native biodiversity – and they significantly increase the impact of wildfires.” “Budget 2026 invests an additional $79 million…

Crash blocking State Highway 1, Piarere

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Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 1 is blocked at the intersection with Horahora Road in Piarere following a crash. The two-vehicle crash was reported at 1:25pm. Two people have sustained moderate injuries, a further two have been seriously injured. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. ENDS Issued by Police Media…

Budget 2026 shores up maritime security

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing in drone systems, critical ship maintenance and work to replace our aging naval fleet as it bolsters New Zealand’s maritime defensive and offensive capability, Defence and Veterans Minister Chris Penk says. “New Zealand’s prosperity and security depend on the sea. For many years, New Zealand’s geographic distance…

Fatal crash, Waitakaruru

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Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Waitakaruru this morning. The single vehicle crash on State Highway 25, near Canal East Road was reported just before 11am. The sole occupant of the vehicle died at the scene. State Highway 25 remains closed between Canal East Road and…

Name release: Fatal crash, Papamoa

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Source: New Zealand Police Police can now name the man who died following a crash on Te Puke Highway, Papamoa, on Wednesday 13 May. He was Ramandeep Singh Dhillon, 35, from Papamoa. Police extend our deepest condolences to Ramandeep’s loved ones during this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing. ENDS…

Body located, Whakatāne

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Source: New Zealand Police A body has been located in the search for a missing diver in Whakatāne. The body was located at around 9am near the Whakatāne River entrance. The death will be referred to the Coroner. Police are providing the necessary support to the diver’s family, and our thoughts are with them at…

Activist Sector – New spend on war is lunacy – Peace Action Wellington

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Source: Peace Action Wellington Date: Saturday, 23 May 2026 – The Minister of Defence Chris Penk has announced a $1.58 billion investment in war including hundreds of millions for more work on the frigates. “The government is allocating another $215 million to the frigates – both of which were just upgraded at an actual cost of … Read more

Budget 2026 – Defence boost must ensure civilian workers get pay rise – PSA

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Source: PSA The PSA is calling on NZDF and the Government to ensure that civilian workers who are the backbone of Defence get pay increases as a result of today’s pre-Budget announcement. Civilian personnel who are members of the PSA have been in bargaining with the New Zealand Defence Force since December 2025 with no real … Read more

State Highway 25 closed, Waitakaruru

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Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 25, Waitakaruru is currently closed between Canal East Road and Pouarua Road North following a crash. The single vehicle crash was reported just before 11am. One person has been seriously injured. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre

Universities – Climate change is reshaping migration worldwide, new research shows – UEA

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Source: University of East Anglia (UEA) New research showing how climate change is reshaping global migration patterns will be revealed during a major conference exploring the issues this month.         Climate change is already altering where people live and work across the world – from rural communities to rapidly growing cities. Now … Read more