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Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers has made it clear to the Government that it could support a national farm plan system, but only if it meets four firm bottom lines. The Government is currently seeking feedback on its draft legislation to replace the Resource Management Act. This includes a proposal to introduce nationally consistent farm plans … Read more
Source: New Zealand Defence Force The Governor-General of New Zealand’s visit to Tokelau, the upgrade of critical tsunami and volcano monitoring equipment on Raoul Island, and a search and rescue operation near Tonga were among the achievements of the New Zealand Defence Force’s first extensive operation to the South-West Pacific this year. With New Zealand … Read more
Source: Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand is deeply concerned following the Justice Committee’s report recommending by majority the progression of the Summary Offences (Demonstrations Near Residential Premises) Amendment Bill. Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand’s Kaiwhakahaere Executive Director Jacqui Dillon said, “We recognise the important privacy rights this Bill is aimed at, … Read more
Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 February 2026 – With the Ministry of Health (MOH) Malaysia prioritizing the suppression of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in the 2026 budget, the domestic food industry is grappling with unprecedented ‘formulation anxiety.’ As the potential expansion of the Sugar Tax and stricter Nutri-Grade systems … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Veritickets offers a ticket issuance promise as fast as 12 hours and guarantees that every ticket is verified and valid for entry. The platform is an officially certified partner of Alipay, China’s leading payments and digital services platform, and of the cross-border e-commerce platform Tmall Global. It provides multilingual interfaces and multi‑currency … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 February 2026 – Southco has launched the new N5 Lift-and-Turn Compression Latch, featuring strong sealing action and a broad, ergonomic t-handle in a single compact piece of hardware. N5 Lift-and-Turn Compression Latch The N5 Compression Latch is designed for ergonomic operation, even under … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Regulations bringing clarity and consistency to the management of methamphetamine contamination in rental properties have now been publicly Gazetted and will take effect from 16 April 2026, Associate Minister of Housing Tama Potaka says. “For too long, landlords and tenants have faced confusion, inconsistent testing practices, and, at times, disproportionate responses. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Unsplash / Bence Boros The fizz has gone out of the beer industry. Stats New Zealand numbers out Tuesday show beer consumption fell 10 percent to 265 million litres in the year ended December 2025. It’s part of a sustained downward trend in overall alcohol consumption, happening in New Zealand and … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Thousands of Kiwis stayed connected to health services over the holiday period thanks to the Government’s new Online GP Care service, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “During the Christmas and New Year period many New Zealanders are on holiday in different parts of the country and away from their regular GP. … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 26 February 2026 Work to repair the Serpentine Church, in a remote part of Central Otago, has begun after it was trashed in mid-February. DOC Central Otago Operations Manager Charlie Sklenar says windows were smashed, artefacts damaged and thrown around, and rubbish left all through the church. “Serpentine Church is … Read more
Source: Green Party The Green Party is calling out this Government’s record on child poverty following the release of the latest child poverty statistics. “It’s clear this Government has done nothing to reduce child poverty, choosing landlords and the wealthy over our tamariki,” says Green Party Co-leader and Child Poverty spokesperson, Marama Davidson. “Today’s figures show … Read more
Source: NZCTU NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi president Sandra Grey is blaming the Government for new data released by Stats NZ today that shows child poverty continuing to be a stain on New Zealand. “Working to reduce inequality for families should be the top priority for politicians. This Government was elected to reduce costs, but their … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The government says its tough on crime approach has driven a significant drop in the number of victims of violent crime. It comes as the latest New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey reported 49,000 fewer victims of violent crime in the year to October 2025 than two years previously. Justice Minister … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Supplied The Defence Force is going to begin testing air, land and sea drones from a Mount Maunganui company. Syos Aerospace drones are used in Ukraine and it recently took another step towards helping develop ‘wingman drones’ for the UK’s Apache attack helicopters, including for strike and target acquisition The government … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour criticised the airline, saying it should go back to the basics. RNZ / Mark Papalii Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour has renewed his call for the government to sell its 51 percent stake in Air New Zealand after it reported a significant half-year loss. The airline … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is taking questions after the announcement of a new crime figures. It comes as the latest New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey reported 49,000 fewer victims of violent crime in the year to October 2025 than two years previously. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith put this down to … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police and the Ministry of Health are working together in response to growing concerns about the misuse of nitrous oxide, particularly when it is used by drivers. Nitrous oxide is also known by other names, including nangs, laughing gas, and nos. Police is increasingly concerned by the growing number of incidents … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour criticised the airline, saying it should go back to the basics. RNZ / Mark Papalii Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour has renewed his call for the government to sell its 51 percent stake in Air New Zealand after it reported a significant half-year loss. The airline … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters will lead a Parliamentary and business delegation to Latin America next week, highlighting the strategic importance of New Zealand’s ties with the region. “This trip is a timely opportunity to strengthen our relationships in Argentina, Brazil, Chile and Uruguay – and to identify areas we can work together to navigate an increasingly uncertain global environment,” Mr Peters says. “Our Latin American partners are important … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Manawatū River. 123RF A large search operation is underway for a man missing in the Manawatū River in Palmerston North. Police were called to a report of personal items abandoned in a suspicious manner on Albert Street last Tuesday. Officers then went to the nearby riverbank, and spotting a man in … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government welcomes the delivery of the final report from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into COVID-19 Lessons to the Governor-General this morning. “I want to acknowledge the Royal Commission’s work to provide its final report. I also want to thank the thousands of Kiwis who had a part in shaping … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government A tough on crime approach and a near doubling of police foot patrols have driven a huge drop in the number of victims of violent crime since this Government was elected, figures show. The latest New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey shows there were 49,000 fewer victims of violent crime in … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour criticised the airline, saying it should go back to the basics. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour has renewed his call for the government to sell its 51 percent stake in Air New Zealand after it reported a significant half-year loss. The airline … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The man was found unresponsive in a cell on October 6, 2023. (File photo) RNZ / REECE BAKER Police officers did not provide proper checks on a man in custody before he was found unresponsive in his cell and later died, the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA), has found. The man … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand No annual change in child poverty rates for year ended June 2025 – news story 26 February 2026 No statistically significant movements occurred in child poverty rates in the year ended June 2025, compared with the year ended June 2024, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. “While child poverty … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand Increasing household income offset by higher housing costs in year to June 2025 – news story 26 February 2026 Household income increased at a slightly higher rate than housing costs in the year ended June 2025, according to data released by Stats NZ today. Average weekly household disposable income increased from … Read more
Source: WEAll Aotearoa New Zealand The latest child poverty statistics released today show our country is backsliding on any of the progress made since the Child Poverty Reduction Act was passed. While Statistics NZ reports no statistically significant change in headline child poverty rates in the year ended June 2025 compared with June 2024, the longer-term … Read more