District Court Judges Appointed

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Source: New Zealand Government Attorney-General Hon Chris Bishop has announced the appointment of Leighvi Maynard of Gisborne and Nicola Graham of Napier as District Court Judges. Mr Maynard began his legal career at Simpson Grierson in Auckland, where he was a member of the firm’s Environment, Planning and Resource Management team. In 2006 he moved…

Additional domestic student places for veterinary science at Massey University

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Source: New Zealand Government “An increase in the number of funded domestic places in Massey University’s Bachelor of Veterinary Science programme from 125 to 140 per year from 2027 onwards will help address demand for veterinarians in the future,” says Minister for Tertiary Education Penny Simmonds. Minister Simmonds made the announcement during her visit to…

Food and fibre exports hit record $65.2 billion

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Source: New Zealand Government Food and fibre exports reached a record $65.2 billion in the year to 30 June 2026, up $4.8 billion on the year before, Agriculture and Forestry Minister Todd McClay says. “Kiwi farmers and growers keep delivering for the New Zealand economy,” Mr McClay says. “This year was already on track to…

Simpler food safety, stronger focus on risk

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government is proposing changes to make it easier for food businesses to meet their food safety obligations, with less paperwork and a sharper focus on the risks that matter, Food Safety Minister Andrew Hoggard says. Consultation opened today on an updated Simply Safe & Suitable food control plan template. This…

Maungaroa 2050 Māori Strategy on track – Porirua City Council

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Source: Porirua City Council Porirua City Council’s Maungaroa 2050 Māori Strategy is on track with its roadmap to support, elevate and enable the future aspirations of Māori, a progress report shows. The strategy was developed following engagement with mana whenua and taurahere Māori and launched in late 2023. A report to Council today captured the … Read more

Ola Kamataga strengthens Pacific focus across Porirua

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Source: Porirua City Council A progress report on year two of Ola Kamataga – Beginning of Life 2024-2027, Porirua City Council’s first Pacific Strategy, shows that Pacific initiatives are now embedded in the organisation as part of standard operating practices. The strategy was developed following engagement with Pacific businesses, community groups, service providers and community … Read more

Name release, fatal crash, SH57, Levin

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Source: New Zealand Police Police are now in a position to name the teenager who died following a crash on SH57, Arapaepae South Road, on 24 September.  She was 18-year-old Patricia Thanomsri Mary Gore, from Levin.   Our thoughts are with her family and friends at this time.  Police’s enquiries into the crash are ongoing.…

EIT Ruatōrea a place of akoranga and whanaungatanga for these wahine and kuia.

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Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 6 minutes ago (Left to right) Patricia Blake, Katarina Kelly, EIT tutor Paki Dewes and Una Tuhura at EIT Ruatōrea’s learning centre. EIT Ruatōrea Learning Centre has been providing educational courses in the region since 1980. For many, the courses aren’t just about learning, they’re a chance to make connections…

EIT graduate driven to break cycles through mental health career

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Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 9 minutes ago EIT graduate Lucinda Campbell now works as a Mental Health and Addictions Support Worker with Te Kupenga Net Trust. Lucinda (Te Aitanga-a-Māhaki, Ngāti Porou) completed the NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Support Work) (Level 3) at EIT’s Tairāwhiti Campus in 2023 before progressing to Level 4…

NZFirst to Ban Public Sales of Fireworks

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Source: New Zealand First New Zealand First will campaign on banning the public sale and use of fireworks across New Zealand. Last year we introduced a members bill to ban fireworks which received tremendous public support. The legislation is already written and ready to go – it will be tabled in parliament within the first…

Election scorecard reveals which parties will (or won’t) stand up for animals – SAFE

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Source: SAFE For Animals With voters preparing to head to the polls next month, animal rights organisation SAFE has launched its 2026 election scorecard, revealing some stark differences between political parties on some of the country’s most pressing animal welfare issues. SAFE’s scorecard compares parties’ responses across eleven questions, covering issues from factory farming, farrowing … Read more

Southeast Asia: Positive steps towards ending death penalty in several Southeast Asia states amplify isolation of Singapore and other executing countries

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Source: Amnesty International A growing number of states across the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) are taking positive steps towards reducing the use and scope of the death penalty, creating new momentum towards abolition in a region historically associated with strong support for this cruel punishment, said Amnesty International ahead of the World Day … Read more

Investigation into Apollo Stadium site planning rules

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Source: New Zealand Government An investigation has been launched into whether Christchurch planning rules are getting in the way of new housing, economic growth and the future redevelopment of the former Apollo Projects Stadium site, RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop says. The investigation follows a request from Christchurch City Council Mayor Phil Mauger to consider…

WRAP launches new global programme, Textiles Collections Transition Programme, to transform textiles collections

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 Source: WRAP Thursday 8th October Research carried out by WRAP found that nearly half (49%) of all post-consumer textiles are disposed of in the residual waste, or 546,000 tonnes of textiles binned by UK homes. NEXT, Primark and Tesco are among stakeholders backing industry-wide initiative to redesign the UK’s textile collection system WRAP will … Read more

Key lifejacket change in force from today

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Source: Maritime New Zealand From today, everyone on board a recreational craft six metres or less, must now wear a properly fitted lifejacket, while the craft is underway. This is a significant change and will improve safety on recreational craft.   Tragically, on average 17 people a year die in recreational craft incidents. Around two thirds…

Oriental Residence Bangkok Awarded One MICHELIN Key for the Third Consecutive Year

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Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 October 2026 – International recognition may first bring a hotel to travellers’ attention, but earning that recognition year after year carries greater significance, particularly for those who value quality and consistency in every stay. ONYX Hospitality Group, a management company specialising in hotels, resorts, … Read more

Schneider Electric Pioneers Energy Technology to Accelerate Smart Transformation and Sustainable Growth at Innovation Summit Hong Kong 2026

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 October 2026 – Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, concluded Innovation Summit Hong Kong 2026 today under the theme “Powering Hong Kong’s Next Era: Energy, AI and Growth.” Gathering over 800 policymakers, business executives, and market innovators, the summit explores how the … Read more

Prudential Singapore launches multi-generational protection plan to help caregivers manage families’ healthcare needs

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Source: Media Outreach Protection for ageing parents up to age 100 against conditions such as dementia, with maximum entry age at 80* and no medical underwriting required Lifetime protection for the child, covering death, terminal illness, total and permanent disability, with optional crisis care add-ons SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 October 2026 – … Read more

Rhenus Cambodia Signals Growth with a New and Expanded Head Office

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Source: Media Outreach Located in the commercial hub of Phnom Penh, the new office will offer improved accessibility and support to key industries including FMCG, Manufacturing, Industrial, and Clean Energy The new office signals growth for the local team, with business expansion and talent development plans in the pipeline PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA – Media OutReach … Read more

Election 2026 – National says it will help people off welfare and into work

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Source: New Zealand National Party Today we reignited a much-needed conversation about New Zealand’s welfare system. National believes we need a system that is firm, fair and affordable. A safety net for Kiwis who need help, not a system that gets abused and burdens taxpayers across the country. So, if re-elected on 7 November, here … Read more

Pacific – Fiji – FWCC Graduation Ceremony for 42 Pacific Participants

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Source: Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre Date: Thursday, 8 October 2026 Time: 6:00pm – 7:35pm Venue: Yatu Lau Hotels (formerly Studio 6), Waimanu Road, Suva About the Event The graduation ceremony marks the successful completion of FWCC’s four-week Regional Training Programme, which brought together 42 participants from 12 Pacific Island countries and 22 organisations. Participants represented … Read more

First Responders – Walter Peak Fire Update #9

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Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand The Walter Peak fire has been fully contained, and firefighters have demobilized this evening. Fire and Emergency District Commander Blair Kiely says that after an assessment of the conditions on the ground this afternoon and the expected weather, the fireground is being handed back to the landowners to manage. … Read more