Taupō fishing regulation updates increase bag limits

Source: New Zealand Government Taupō District’s trout bag limits will increase for the new fishing season, improving stock quality and creating more opportunities for anglers and local businesses, Hunting and Fishing Minister James Meager says. Mr Meager has approved a bag limit increase from six to eight trout, taking effect from 1 July. “Lake Taupō…

Three Police staff to be charged following lengthy investigations

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to acting Deputy Commissioner Tim Anderson: Police are moving to prosecute three staff members following separate investigations arising from a rapid review of Police information security controls. Two Auckland-based constabulary staff will appear in the Manukau District Court over the coming days. Each of the officers is being charged…

Maximum Contribution Applying in Each Region From 1 July 2026

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 11 June 2026 Background Under section 53 of the Residential Care and Disability Support Services Act 2018, the Director-General of Health has determined the maximum contribution that applies in each region for long-term aged residential care. The maximum contribution is the maximum weekly amount (inclusive of GST)…

In Search of Giants: Surveying Powelliphanta  

Source: NZ Department of Conservation By Nina Mercer, Planning and Performance Advisor Crawling around in the dirt on the forest floor isn’t something I’ve done a lot of, but that’s because I’ve never snailed before! And snailing must be one of the more rewarding pieces of conservation work I’ve done in a long time. What is snailing?  Essentially snailing is surveying sites for our native Powelliphanta snail. It’s a little-known fact that the lower North Island has several reserves that are home to…

Christchurch SH75 improvements complete

Source: New Zealand Government Major roading improvements for State Highway 75/Halswell Road in Christchurch have finished months ahead of schedule, Transport Minister Chris Bishop and South Island Minister James Meager confirm. “This Road of Regional Significance project will improve choices for people on this busy road, increase resilience and support strong housing growth in the…

New doctors to train in the regions that need them most

Source: New Zealand Government The regions that will host clinical training for the University of Waikato’s new medical school from 2028 have been confirmed, alongside a new nationwide approach to clinical placements for medical students, Health Minister Simeon Brown and Associate Health Minister Matt Doocey say. “Confirming these regions is a significant milestone in building…

Charter schools helping students achieve their potential

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Minister of Education David Seymour welcomes the publication of the first public annual reports from charter schools. “Charter schools are unlocking young New Zealanders’ potential. Students who were not attending are at school, and those who were behind are ahead. The Seven original schools that opened in early 2025 have released…

Creating certainty for Rural catchment groups

Source: New Zealand Government Farmers are an integral force behind improving land management practices and the Government is backing their efforts by increasing the footprint of rural catchment groups and creating funding certainty, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay and Associate Agriculture Minister Mike Butterick say. “Rural catchment groups have a track record of delivering real results…

Dr Sparky Electrical Turns 15 as Perth EV Charger Demand Accelerates

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) PERTH, WA, June 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PERTH, WA – June 10, 2026 – – Dr Sparky Electrical has marked 15 years of operation in Perth as electric vehicle charger installations become one of the fastest-growing service categories for licensed electricians across Western Australia. Perth households are plugging in at a … Read more

Food and fibre exports set to hit record $64.3 billion

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand’s farmers and growers are powering the economy with exports set to reach a record $64.3 billion, Forestry and Trade Minister Todd McClay announced today. “The latest Situation and Outlook for Primary Industries (SOPI) report highlights a resilient, high-performing food and fibre sector driving strong demand and prices for New…

IperionX: Titan Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS) Presentation

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) SOUTH BOSTON, Va., June 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  IperionX Limited (IperionX) (NASDAQ: IPX, ASX: IPX) is pleased to provide a link to the Titan Critical Mineral Project Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS) presentation. Link: DFS Presentation Figure 1: IperionX DFS presentation About IperionX IperionX is a leading American titanium metal and critical … Read more

Local authority statistics: March 2026 quarter – Stats NZ information release

Source: Statistics New Zealand Local authority statistics: March 2026 quarter – information release 10 June 2026 Local authority statistics provides information on the performance of core non-trading activities of New Zealand’s territorial and regional councils. Visit our website to read the full information release and to download CSV files: Local authority statistics: March 2026 quarter CSV … Read more

Korean Liquor (K-SUUL), Raises Its First Flag for Globalization on Asia’s Largest Stage

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 June 2026 – The National Tax Service of Korea (Commissioner: Lim Kwang-hyun), for the first time, opened the “K-SUUL Pavilion” at Vinexpo Asia[1], which was held for three days from May 26 to 28 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). … Read more

Tenchijin to Showcase “KnoWaterleak” and Speak as a Panelist at SIWW2026 Water Expo

Source: Media Outreach TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 June 2026 – Tenchijin Inc., a space-tech innovator transforming sustainable water infrastructure management, is pleased to announce its participation in Singapore International Water Week 2026 (SIWW), one of the world’s premier platforms to share and co-create innovative water, coastal, and flood solutions to meet … Read more

HEIDELBERG forges ahead with transformation – foundations laid for medium-term growth

Source: Media Outreach Dual-use technology approach on target – establishing new areas of business based on core expertise boosts strategic diversification Strong partnerships – new Memorandum of Understanding to be announced at ILA between ONBERG and Ukrainian company Core business stable – global positioning ensures robust development and underlines market leadership Focus on efficiency – … Read more

Boosting support for school choirs

Source: New Zealand Government The Big Sing, involving more than 9000 students and 280 choirs, has had its funding secured, Education Minister Erica Stanford announced today. The New Zealand Choral Federation and Choirs Aotearoa New Zealand will each receive a one-off grant of $150,000 to support the production of their annual events.  “Music builds strong…

Lifestyle – Men’s Mental Health Month: Exercise’s Critical Role in Improving Men’s Mental Health

Source: Exercise NZ “Exercise professionals are often among the few health and wellbeing professionals that people see frequently…. “At 67%, mental wellbeing is the second most popular reason Kiwis exercise, behind only overall health at 78%…”   “Exercise is shown to improve mood, reduce stress, and build resilience, but it can also create something equally … Read more

Reserve Bank – ASB Bank ordered to pay $6.731 million in largest AML/CFT penalty to date

Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua 10 June 2026 – The Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua welcomes the High Court’s decision to impose a civil pecuniary penalty of $6.731 million on ASB Bank Limited for seven breaches of the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Act … Read more

Government Cuts – A third of family violence workforce facing axe as Govt undermines its own mission – PSA

Source: PSA The body responsible for New Zealand’s whole-of-government response to family and sexual violence faces losing a third of its workforce, as evidence mounts that the Government is no longer taking the issue as seriously as it once did. The Centre for Family Violence and Sexual Violence Prevention, hosted by the Ministry of Justice, has today … Read more

Government Cuts – Frontline job losses proposed from hospitals in Taranaki, Waikato, Bay of Plenty and Tairāwhiti – PSA

Source: PSA   96 roles across the four districts are proposed to be disestablished. Under the proposal, there would be a net loss of 17 roles  A further 30 vacant roles proposed to be disestablished. Nearly 100 health workers across Taranaki, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, and Tairāwhiti are facing an uncertain future under a significant restructure … Read more

Extra funding for rural adverse event preparedness ‘well-deserved’ – Federated Farmers

Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers is welcoming the Government’s investment in strengthening resilience and preparedness in rural communities. “This is a well-deserved acknowledgement of the hundreds of people who give thousands of volunteer hours supporting rural communities during adverse events,” Federated Farmers adverse events spokesperson Sandra Faulkner says. “It’s also recognition of the strong collaboration between … Read more

Federated Farmers support ACT’s split-gas approach

Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers is welcoming ACT’s announcement that it will campaign on New Zealand adopting a split-gas approach to both its international Paris Agreement targets and its domestic emissions budgets, says Federated Farmers president Wayne Langford. “Federated Farmers has been calling for a split-gas approach for our Paris target and our carbon budgets for … Read more

Calls for Government to scrap family violence agency cuts

Source: Green Party The Green Party is calling on the Government to abandon their proposal to cut a third of the workforce at the Centre for Family Violence and Sexual Violence Prevention. “You cannot say family and sexual violence is a priority while you gut the agency set up to end it,” says Green Party Co-leader Marama Davidson.  “The…

Budget 2026: Students to get more and better access to musical instruments

Source: New Zealand Government Boomwackers, ukeleles, and recorders are all part of a plan to bring the joy of playing musical instruments into classrooms, as part of a Budget 2026 investment in music, Ministry of Education Erica Stanford announced today. For the first time musical instruments in schools will be funded from a central pool…

Appeal for information following crash, Toko

Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Sergeant Chris Allemann, Taranaki CIB: Taranaki Police investigating a serious crash in Toko yesterday are appealing to the public for information to assist our enquiries. Police were called to the two-vehicle crash on State Highway 43 near the intersection of Skinner Road at around 6pm. One person remains…