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Source: Radio New Zealand Process Vegetables New Zealand chair David Hadfield said there has been a significant drop in the demand for frozen vegetables. Unsplash/ Yoav Aziz At a time when both Wattie’s and McCain have announced factory closures, supermarket retailer Woolworths says sales of frozen vegetables have been declining. Process Vegetables New Zealand chairman … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Hato Hone St John says it was notified of the incident on Vipond Road, at 10.26am today. RNZ/Nick Monro Emergency services have rushed to a single vehicle crash in Stanmore Bay, on the Whangaparāoa peninsula north of Auckland. Hato Hone St John says it was notified of the incident on Vipond … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Christopher Walsh, the founder of the financial advice website Moneyhub, is halfway through an extensive business and pleasure trip through Europe, Africa, the US, and various stopovers in between, including Qatar. When I first spoke to him for this story, he was in Sierra Leone. By the time I got around … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Sam Neill has seen iconic New Zealand film Hunt for the Wilderpeople twice. The first time was its premiere at the 2016 Sundance Film Festival, and the second was last night at a 10th anniversary screening in Auckland. “You had no idea what was going to happen there [at Sundance], whether … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Rajinder was found guilty of murder following a High Court jury trial last year. RNZ The man who murdered Gurjit Singh at his Dunedin home will spend at least 17 years behind bars. The 35-year-old, known only as Rajinder, was jailed for life with a 17-and-a-half year non-parole period, when he … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Allbirds footwear company was founded by former All Whites and Phoenix footballer Tim Brown but is now based in the US. Supplied New Zealand-founded but US-listed footwear company Allbirds is set to be bought by American Exchange Group, a brand management company known for acquiring under-performing consumer labels. Its US valuation … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government From today, disabled people with flexible funding will gain more choice and control over their supports, with purchasing rules removed and guidance available to help people manage their budgets. Minister for Disability Issues Louise Upston says restoring flexibility is possible because of action taken since 2024 to stabilise the disability support … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand A Thailand beauty pageant contestant is making waves on social media after busting out some bold dance moves on stage. Darathorn Yoothong, a professional dancer, made headlines around the world for going against the tide in the scene as fellow contestants stood swaying to the music in their spot during the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Open Banking will be extended to business banking channels, opening the door to a broad range of tools and services for businesses, Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson and Small Business and Manufacturing Minister Chris Penk say. It means businesses can share their banking data with trusted providers, unlocking faster … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Insurer Vero’s annual SME Insurance Index indicates more than one in five (21 percent) businesses were not confident in their own business. 123RF Business confidence is under pressure, with nearly two-thirds of small- and medium-sized businesses experiencing a drop in revenue over the past year – with income down a quarter … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Three power cables run across Cook Strait and Transpower would like to add a fourth. Supplied / Transpower Commerce Commission set to approve $1.14 billion replacement of the Cook Strait power cables National grid operator Transpower needs regulator approval to spend Current cables 35 years old, near end of life Transpower … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Alcohol sale restrictions could be gone by long weekend. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Some restrictions on Good Friday and Easter Sunday alcohol sales could be gone as soon as this long weekend. A member’s bill from Labour MP Kieran McAnulty would amend the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act to allow … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand National Commissioner of Corrections Jeremy Lightfoot. RNZ / Diego Opatowski Corrections chief executive Jeremy Lightfoot has been appointed as the new boss of the Ministry for Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport. Lightfoot, who has held the role since 2020, emailed staff on Wednesday morning saying he wanted to “share some personal … Read more
Source: Aged Care Association The growing shortage of aged residential care beds on the West Coast is not just a community issue – it is a health system failure, reinforcing that aged care must be treated and funded as an essential part of New Zealand’s health system. Over the past decade, the Buller District has lost … Read more
Source: University of Auckland – UoA How cohorts of students perform in maths tests as teenagers is associated with how these groups fare later in life, according to new research. The study, published in Economics of Education Review, finds stronger performance in two global assessments is associated with higher levels of education, stronger numeracy skills, … Read more
Source: Asthma and Respiratory Foundation People living with long-term lung and heart conditions are being urged to ensure their vaccinations are up to date ahead of the cooler months. With autumn beginning and a recent wave of COVID-19, respiratory viruses are already circulating in the community. For people with conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary … Read more
Source: Unite Union Unite Union is describing the April 1st minimum wage increase as “the bare minimum,” at a time when working people need real relief. The new rate of $23.95 remains significantly below the Living Wage, leaving workers struggling to keep up with the rising cost of rent, food, and basic necessities. “Cost of … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay has wrapped up negotiations as Vice Chair at the 14th Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization (WTO) in Yaoundé, Cameroon. “Disappointingly, proposals to reform the WTO and to extend the WTO-wide prohibition on the imposition of tariffs on digital trade flows could not be … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation By Krysia Nowak It’s an iconic hike, you’ve seen it all over Instagram, and maybe you plan on hitting it this Easter: here’s how to get the most out of it, and what not to do. Emerald and Blue Lake on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. ” data-image-caption=” Emerald and Blue Lake on the Tongariro Alpine … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand An economist has compared the price of New Zealand Easter eggs with those in Australia. Cybèle and Bevan / Unsplash New Zealanders are paying more for their Easter eggs than shoppers across the Tasman, one senior economist says. Westpac economist Satish Ranchhod has compared the price of Easter treats in New … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand MetService said it had “moderate confidence” a heavy rain warning will be needed for the ranges of central and northern Westland. Julia Sudnitskaya / 123RF A calm start to the Easter break will be followed by potential heavy rain to parts of the country, forecasters say. “It’s a little bit windy … Read more
Source: Auckland Council The world’s fuel shock is making life challenging at the pump. Conflict in the Middle East and this fuel price pressure, whilst difficult on many fronts, are reinforcing the value of the City Rail Link (CRL) as the city gets ready for day one of the new network in the second half … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The trucking and tourism sectors are struggling with rising fuel costs. RNZ / Unsplash A trucking sector veteran says the soaring price of diesel is the worst he’s seen in his 35 years in the industry. The US and Israel’s ongoing war on Iran has caused a global fuel crisis which … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government A new levy regime that comes into effect today makes the goods management system fairer by better reflecting the risks and costs associated with clearing goods at the border, Customs Minister Casey Costello and Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard said today. “The changes are about more fairly recovering costs and also address … Read more
Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 23 seconds ago The Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) has welcomed Cabinet’s approval of $10 million from the Government’s contingency fund to support the rebuild and improvement of its Hawke’s Bay Campus in Taradale following Cyclone Gabrielle. Cabinet’s decision, announced yesterday, follows the devastation caused by Cyclone Gabrielle in February … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The watch found in Germany. Supplied When Tom Metcalfe left for England to fly bombers in the second world war, he took a watch given to him by his parents for his 18th birthday in 1941. His little sister Sandra was just 12 when he left. She is now 97, and … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Margo’s Got Money Troubles This new dramedy from uber-TV producer David E. Kelley (Ally McBeal, Big Little Lies) stars Elle Fanning as Margo, a college dropout navigating unexpected motherhood and a mountain of debt. To make some fast cash, she launches an OnlyFans account, which quickly gains success after she uses … Read more