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Source: Government House At next week’s investiture ceremonies, Sir David Ellis and Sir Peter Boshier will receive the accolade of a knighthood for their services to the thoroughbred industry and philanthropy, and to the State and the judiciary. Professor Dame Elizabeth Rata will receive the insignia of a Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Alexandra on Saturday 19 September. At around 4pm, emergency services were called to Killarney Street after a vehicle collided with a pedestrian on a driveway. The pedestrian was transported to hospital and sadly passed away in hospital on Sunday 20…
Source: New Zealand First New Zealand First is announcing today it will campaign on lowering the company tax rate for SMEs to 20% for companies with turnover under $30million, from its current 28% tax rate. This is a much-needed bold step to encourage more investment by our small businesses that will create higher productivity, expand…
Source: Eastern Institute of Technology September 24, 2026 Gisborne East Coast Multiple Sclerosis Society Community Advisor Karen Whitehead with Mark Gooding Lecturer in Professional Chef Practice, at EIT’s School of Tourism and Hospitality The Gisborne East Coast Multiple Sclerosis Society supports people living with multiple sclerosis, providing field officer support, arranging transport and advice, and…
Source: Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi The PSA welcomes the pause on the Government’s disruptive, poorly planned and expensive local government amalgamation process Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi Assistant Secretary Tom Buckley said the Government’s chaotic approach created totally unrealistic time frames. “The risk of the Government’s mad rush … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Cabinet has agreed to 12 targeted amendments to Te Ture Whenua Māori Act 1993 that will give Māori landowners more control, speed up Māori Land Court processes and make it easier to use and develop whenua Māori, Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka says. The Act sets the rules for how whenua…
Source: New Zealand Government Money seized from criminals will be used to help victims of family violence escape dangerous homes without having to leave their pets behind, Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee announced today. Pet Refuge New Zealand Charitable Trust will receive $2 million over three years from the Proceeds of Crime Fund to maintain…
Source: New Zealand Police A man has been arrested in the ongoing Blockhouse Bay homicide investigation. Operation Falconer commenced last month, after 21-year-old Star Sami was critically wounded on 22 August and later died from his injuries. Simultaneous search warrants were executed in Avondale and Massey this morning. Acting Detective Inspector Craig Bolton, of Auckland…
Source: New Zealand Principals’ Federation Research undertaken by the New Zealand Council for Education Research (NZCER) reveals that the Māori Achievement Collaborative (MAC), delivered by facilitators employed by Te Arahou o AotearoaTrust, show strong, positive results for ākonga Māori succeeding at school. NZCER researchers, Jackson Rowe-Williams and Nicola Bright used evidence from multiple sources, including … Read more
Source: Maritime New Zealand Maritime NZ is pleased to announce the release of four risk management e-learning modules developed through the Approved Code of Practice (ACOP) for Ports Implementation Programme. This represents a significant milestone for the programme and reflects the collective contribution of Maritime NZ, the Port Health and Safety Leadership Group, industry representatives,…
Source: New Zealand Police Police can now release the name of the man found deceased at a Waiomio property on 7 September. He was Tau Henare Kopa, aged 35 of Kawakawa. Detective Inspector Michele Gillespie, of Northland CIB, says Mr Kopa’s remains were found at a Waiomio Road property and Police have been working to…
Source: New Zealand Government The Government will take additional time before deciding which Head Start local government reform proposals should progress to detailed design RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop and Local Government Minister Simon Watts say. “Last year the Government proposed changes to simplify local government, reduce duplication and better align council structures with the…
Source: Natural Health Products New Zealand Exporters of dietary supplements have strongly welcomed a government proposal to overhaul restrictive export rules, calling it a critical step towards unlocking massive growth in one of New Zealand’s most innovative value-added sectors. Food Safety Minister Andrew Hoggard has announced proposed regulatory changes that will allow New Zealand exporters … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Further investments will be made through the Gas Security Fund into two projects to help secure New Zealand’s ongoing energy needs, Resources Minister Shane Jones and Associate Finance Minister Chris Bishop say. The projects are: $14.5 million to contract Schlumberger New Zealand (SLB) to create the first basin-scale offshore pseudo 3D…
Source: New Zealand Government An updated petroleum exploration data package will help attract investment and support exploration activity across New Zealand’s petroleum basins, Resources Minister Shane Jones says. Mr Jones has welcomed the release of the 2025 Petroleum Exploration Data Pack by New Zealand Petroleum & Minerals (NZP&M), the first comprehensive update to the pack…
Source: New Zealand Government Taranaki’s Forgotten World Highway and Surf Highway will receive government funding to replace two essential culverts to strengthen the region’s transport links and economic resilience, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones and Transport Minister Chris Bishop say. A total of $7.5 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund will go to fixing the…
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua Updates on Deposit Takers Act implementation, the Depositor Compensation Scheme and more Issue 12 September 2026 A periodic newsletter to keep deposit takers updated on bringing the Deposit Takers Act 2023 into effect, the Depositor Compensation Scheme, and other relevant updates from across the Reserve … Read more
Source: Global Sumud Flotilla As Tunisian authorities refuse to disclose Naouar’s condition, prominent international artists, public figures and human rights advocates unite to demand the immediate release of the ‘Sumud 4’ and an end to the criminalization of Palestine solidarity. Sept 23, 2026 TUNIS / INTERNATIONAL – The Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) has issued an … Read more
Source: Cotality New Zealand’s housing market remains stuck in a haze, with property sales falling for an eighth consecutive month in August as rising borrowing costs and ongoing economic uncertainty continue to dampen confidence. Cotality’s Chart of the Month in the September Housing Chart Pack highlights a growing divide between buyer groups, with first home … Read more
Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand On 9 March 2022, Parliament passed the Russia Sanctions Bill through all its stages in a single day. The Bill was introduced the previous day, received its first, second and third readings and completed its committee stage on 9 March, before receiving Royal Assent on 10 March. The legislation … Read more
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Every second person who dies in a house fire is over sixty. When the clocks roll forward an hour on Sunday 27 September Fire and Emergency New Zealand’s Community Education Manager, Tom Ronaldson, urges people to look out for their loved ones and their older relatives, friends and neighbours. … Read more
Source: Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd 24 September 2026 Total cash returns to shareholders1: $19.6 billion FY26 total cash dividends, fully imputed: 73 cents per share, up from 57 cents 2025/26 final Farmgate Milk Price: $9.69 per kgMS 2025/26 final Organic Milk Price: $14.13 per kgMS Total Group: Operating profit: $3.4 billion, up 97.6% on prior … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Minister of Transport Chris Bishop has today announced the appointment of Michael Ahie as Deputy Chair of the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) Board. “I welcome this new appointment. Michael brings more than 20 years of governance and Chair experience across agribusiness, science and innovation, financial services, education and export-led sectors,…
Source: New Zealand Government The government is boosting support for wildlife care facilities because of their key role in New Zealand’s bird flu surveillance and response, Conservation Minister Tama Potaka and Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard say. Six accredited wildlife care facilities will share $150,000 in one-off funding: Dunedin Wildlife Hospital Wellington Zoo Auckland Zoo (NZCCM)…
Source: New Zealand Police West End Road has reopened following an earlier crash. One person has been transported to hospital in a critical condition and enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing. Police thank motorists for their patience while we worked to clear the scene. ENDS. Frankie Le Roy/NZ Police.
Source: Maritime New Zealand A complex, nearly 24-hour search and rescue operation brought an injured mother and her three children to safety after they ran into trouble during a short walk in Kaweka Forest Park on Sunday, 6 September. Maritime NZ’s Rescue Coordination Centre New Zealand (RCCNZ) received an emergency alert shortly after 5pm. The…
Source: Press Release Service Headline: NZSA launches new guidelines and training to address enhanced citizen’s arrest powers The New Zealand Security Association has released new good-practice guidelines and training on using enhanced citizen’s arrest powers. CEO Gary Morrison says arrests should only happen when lawful, necessary, proportionate and safe, with observation and Police involvement preferred…