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Source: New Zealand Government A structural steel manufacturing plant that will help build the future of New Zealand’s infrastructure has been approved through Fast-track. National Green Steel Limited lodged its application in July 2025 to build a structural steel manufacturing plant in Hampton Downs in Waikato. “Approval has taken around five months following the commencement … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Samuel Rillstone A report into the Moa Point disaster will be revealed to the public at the end of this week. The wastewater treatment plant failed last month, sending millions of litres of raw sewage into the sea each day. A spokesperson for the mayor’s office said a final … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police investigating an aggravated robbery in Aro Valley are asking the public for information to help identify the offenders. The victim was walking on Ohiro Road around 5.40pm last night, when they were seriously assaulted by two unknown men. The victim’s phone was stolen, and they sustained multiple injuries requiring hospital … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealanders with cancer and rare disorders will benefit from faster, locally delivered genomic testing through a new clinical pilot being launched by Health New Zealand, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. Faster results for cancer and rare disease patients First step in building a national genomics service Building secure systems to … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Immigration Minister Erica Stanford. RNZ / Mark Papalii Immigration Minister Erica Stanford says she was shocked to find out a murderer and sex offenders convicted in New Zealand are among current asylum claimants. Removing appeal rights against deportation for migrants and cracking down on asylum claims are among controversial proposals announced … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand A book of poems about motherhood has been dog-eared and shared by Meghan Markle on her social media. They Bloom Because of You was published two weeks ago by Christchurch-based mother of three, Jessica Urlichs. “I was just completely stunned, I didn’t believe that it would be real,” Urlichs told RNZ. … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 March 2026 – SIM Global Education (SIM GE) highlighted that while hiring practices are evolving, a university degree remains an important foundation for career success. In today’s job market, academic credentials continue to provide the knowledge base and credibility that employers expect, increasingly complemented by … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Nicola Willis. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Energy Minister Shane Jones says there is no need for fuel restrictions at this stage, as the government provides the latest update on stocks. And the latest data shows New Zealand continues to hold “healthy levels of petrol, diesel and jet fuel” according to Finance … Read more
From: Peace Action Wellington New Zealand’s Foreign Minister Winston Peters and Defence Minister Judith Collins will land in Canberra for the third iteration of the Australia and New Zealand Foreign and Defence Ministers’ Meeting (ANZMIN) this week. “Winston Peters and Judith Collins along with Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong and Defence Minister Richard Marles must … Read more
Source: GlobalData The US–Israel–Iran war is severely disrupting global energy and logistics markets, heightening recession and inflation risks. With the Strait of Hormuz heavily constrained and commercial shipping facing elevated threats, markets are extremely sensitive to supply losses, delays, and shifting geopolitical risk premiums. Oil and refined product prices remain volatile, while LNG, freight rates, … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Shoppers are bracing for more food price rises. 123RF Shoppers are bracing for more food price rises, but the Grocery Commissioner has put supermarkets on notice about their margins. Foodstuffs NZ managing director Chris Quin told Morning Report that there was likely to be pressure on food prices as conflict in … Read more
Source: Robert Half Benefits with the highest usage, according to New Zealand hiring managers: Working from home/hybrid options (41%), flexible work arrangements (32%), and (un)paid sabbaticals/leave of absence (26%). Benefits with the lowest usage: Mental health resources/employee assistance (38%), working from home/hybrid working options (30%), and (un)paid sabbaticals/leave of absence (26%). Benefits that are not … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The latest data on fuel stocks shows New Zealand continues to hold healthy levels of petrol, diesel and jet fuel, Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones say. “As at midnight on Sunday 15 March, combined petrol, diesel and jet fuel stocks equated to about 49 days of … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Tēnā koutou katoa, thank you for inviting me to join you at the Immigration Law Symposium. It’s a privilege to be here today and speak about the work we’ve delivered in the immigration portfolio over the last two years. I want to acknowledge and thank you all for your contributions. As … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The world’s largest secondary school Pasifika cultural festival officially kicked off at the Manukau Sports Bowl in Auckland on Wednesday with an intimate flag raising ceremony. The sun crept over the horizon, met with traditional waiata as the flags of the Pacific were hoisted into the air, marking the start of … Read more
Source: PSA Fire and Emergency New Zealand’s decision to postpone its restructure pending a second Employment Relations Authority ruling is a responsible step, but the PSA is clear: these cuts should never go ahead. FENZ has just announced the delay in making decisions on their proposed restructure because a determination from the ERA based on legal action brought … Read more
Source: University of Auckland – UoA Studies this summer show seabirds in the Hauraki Gulf are struggling to raise chicks, as the impacts of climate change hit. Lack of food appears to have caused poor chick survival for some seabird species in the Hauraki Gulf this summer. University of Auckland Associate Professor Brendon Dunphy, research … Read more
Source: Ministry for Culture and Heritage New research shows that seven out of 10 creators use digital tools for creative or cultural practices. Secretary for Culture and Heritage Leauanae Laulu Mac Leauanae says the research shows that creatives are already well on their way to exploring these technologies. “The main benefits they noted were improved efficiency … Read more
Source: World Vision World Vision is warning of a rapidly worsening hunger crisis in Afghanistan after Iran halted food exports due to the escalating conflict across the Middle East. Afghanistan is heavily reliant on both Iran and Pakistan for food imports, but trade with its neighbours has now largely dried up following a significant escalation in hostilities over … Read more
Source: Environmental Protection Authority The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) maintained the upward trend for hazardous substances decisions in the second quarter of the 2025-26 year. Dr Lauren Fleury, Manager Hazardous Substances Applications, says the EPA continues to use rapid assessment pathways where possible. Of the 16 approved applications in the second quarter, 13 were decided by … Read more
Source: NZ Drug Foundation The NZ Drug Foundation is welcoming a new substance harm action plan that it says has many interventions the sector has long called for. The government’s Action Plan to Prevent and Reduce Substance Harm 2026 – 2029 was announced by Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey this morning. (ref. https://www.health.govt.nz/publications/action-plan-to-prevent-and-reduce-substance-harm-2026-2029 ) … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police have seized firearms, ammunition and drugs during a search warrant at a Te Kamo property. Whangārei CIB were executing a search warrant on Mcmillan Avenue on Tuesday afternoon. “Police were making enquiries into a family harm matter when the discovery of illegal items were made,” Detective Senior Sergeant Shane Pilmer … Read more
Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace activists are demonstrating outside Environment Southland today, handing out copies of a recent report on Southland groundwater to force councillors to confront the realities of nitrate contamination in the region. Greenpeace says that high levels of nitrate in drinking water in the region warrant immediate action to protect the health of the community. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Internal Affairs Minister Brooke van Velden says a grant of $468k from the Lottery Minister’s Discretionary Fund to the SPCA for dog desexing will help address irresponsible dog breeding and the dangers posed by dog roaming in New Zealand. SPCA’s own contribution will bring the total funding for this initiative to … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 18 March 2026 Source: Save the Kiwi These kiwi were transported back to the region by representatives from Ngāti Hei and Ngāti Huarere for release on the Kūaotunu Peninsula. Motutapu, an island connected to Rangitoto in Tīkapa Moana/Hauraki Gulf, is a kōhanga for Coromandel brown kiwi. Since 2012, 156 Coromandel brown … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland courier driver Tuipulotu Vi was killed in August 2024. Police allege an organised crime group they’ve linked to the killing of a New Zealand man corrupted prison officers and bail officials. It’s understood the man that was killed, Auckland courier driver Tuipulotu Vi, was not involved in the drug world. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand File photo. An animal control officer with a roaming dog. RNZ / Felix Walton Hundreds of thousands of dollars is being directed by the government to try to curb rife uncontrolled dog breeding in Auckland and Northland. The funding comes after a spate of serious dog incidents, including the death of … Read more