Amendment proposed to streamline hazardous substance and new organism approvals

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government is amending the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act to speed up access to new agricultural and horticultural products for farmers, growers and industry, Environment Minister Nicola Grigg announced today. The changes mean that New Zealand farmers and growers can access products that are available overseas more easily to control pests and invasive species, and for … Read more

St Bede’s College commissions independent investigation as former priest jailed for sexual abuse

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Source: Radio New Zealand St Bede’s College. RNZ / Phil Pennington St Bede’s College is commissioning an independent investigation into whether the school had “appropriate systems in place for identifying and addressing abuse” after a former priest was jailed for sexual abuse. The announcement comes after RNZ earlier revealed Rowan Donoghue admitted sexual abuse to … Read more

Kenanga Futures Launches “Shining in Global Futures” Campaign, Expanding Retail Access to Global Derivatives Markets

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Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 May 2026 – Kenanga Futures Sdn Bhd (“Kenanga Futures“) is proud to launch its inaugural 2026 campaign, “Shining in Global Futures,” running until 31 July 2026. More than just a campaign, this initiative calls on the new-gens of investors to broaden their access … Read more

Too Easy Meals brand Crumbed Chicken and Gravy recalled in Timaru due to possible presence of clear plastic

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Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries New Zealand Food Safety is supporting Presbyterian Support Services (South Canterbury) in its recall of Too Easy Meals brand Crumbed Chicken and Gravy (350 g) due to the possible presence of foreign matter.  “The concern with these crumbed chicken and gravy meals available in Timaru and online is that … Read more

Inquest hears details of mother’s text messages after death of her son

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Source: Radio New Zealand Storme Turany at the inquest of her son Soul. Pool / Chris Skelton / Stuff Hours after baby Soul Turany died from catastrophic head injuries at Christchurch Hospital, the boy’s mother sent a text message to her then-partner. “I still don’t understand why I haven’t heard from you. Soul has passed … Read more

Advocacy – The Siege Will Break: Global Sumud Flotilla Announces Final Leg to Gaza Following israeli State Piracy, Abductions and Torture in International Waters

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Source: Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) The flotilla departs tomorrow with 54 boats and nearly 500 participants from 45 countries on the eve of Nakba Day. MARMARIS – The Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) issued a definitive declaration today from the port of Marmaris, confirming that its nonviolent mission to break Israel’s illegal siege of Gaza will … Read more

Peace Activists – NZDF plans upcoming training with Israel and US

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Source: Peace Action Wellington Date: 14 May 2026 – The NZDF is planning upcoming naval training alongside the Israeli Defence Force as part of the US-led Rim of the Pacific exercises (RIMPAC). The Rim of the Pacific Exercise is the world’s largest international maritime warfare exercise. It is held biennially during June and July around Honolulu, … Read more

Visitor numbers reflect continued tourism growth

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Source: New Zealand Government New data showing international visitor numbers continue to grow shows confidence is increasing in the sector, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. New international travel figures released by Stats NZ today show 358,900 international visitors arrived in March 2026, up 15.1 per cent on the same time last year, approaching … Read more

Family who lost a child say palliative care funding ‘heart-warming’

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Source: Radio New Zealand Families who have lost a child say new funding from the government into paediatric palliative care will mean others won’t have to do it alone. This morning, health minister Simeon Brown announced $15.5 million dollars from Budget 2026 for two dedicated specialist teams, one each in the North and South islands. … Read more

Pharmac proposes improving access to type 2 diabetes medicines

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Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister David Seymour and Health Minister Simeon Brown welcome Pharmac’s proposal to change funding criteria for three type 2 diabetes medicines based on clinical need.  “Improving access to medicines in New Zealand is important to patients and their families. That’s why it has been a focus for this Government,” Mr … Read more

Foreign Minister welcomes Deputy PM of Lao PDR to New Zealand

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Source: New Zealand Government Minister of Foreign Affairs Winston Peters has welcomed Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR), His Excellency Thongsavan Phomvihane, on his first official visit to New Zealand.   “New Zealand’s relationship with Lao PDR is grounded in a long-standing development partnership, with support focused on unexploded ordnance clearance, inclusive economic growth, and education, alongside wider regional and multilateral cooperation,” … Read more

Consultation on proposed changes to diabetes medicine criteria

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Source: PHARMAC Pharmac is asking for feedback on proposed changes to the access criteria for some funded medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes. Pharmac is proposing to change who can receive funded treatment with empagliflozin, dulaglutide and liraglutide. This includes widening access to these medicines by lowering the clinical threshold for heart disease risk … Read more

Energy Sector – Lower reserves mean New Zealand needs to go all in on petroleum

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Source: Energy Resources Aotearoa Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) data published today shows estimates for New Zealand’s natural gas reserves continue to decline, and Energy Resources Aotearoa Chief Executive John Carnegie says it’s time for government to go all in on supporting Kiwi petroleum production. There has been a 23 per cent year-on-year reduction … Read more

Education – Critical care for future nurses: backing ākonga when it matters most

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Source: Whitireia and WelTec In recognition of International Nurses Day, Whitireia and WelTec is shining a spotlight on the journey of nursing ākonga (students), and the support helping them overcome barriers and stay focused on their future in healthcare. Nursing study can be demanding, both academically and personally and we recognise that success depends on more … Read more

Greenpeace New study: nitrate in drinking water linked to stomach cancer risk

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Source: Greenpeace A new Danish study has linked elevated levels of nitrate in drinking water to an increased risk of stomach cancer. Greenpeace Aotearoa says it’s yet more reason to lower New Zealand’s nitrate limits, following studies that have linked low-level nitrate to risks of bowel cancer, dementia, and pre-term birth. Greenpeace freshwater campaigner Will Appelbe says, “This … Read more

Family comes first for Black Fern moving to Australia

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Source: Radio New Zealand Tanya Kalounivale of New Zealand. www.photosport.nz Black Ferns front rower Tanya Kalounivale has hit pause on her rugby career in New Zealand after deciding to move to Australia. Kalounivale played 29 Tests for New Zealand since making her debut in 2022. The 27-year-old played for Waikato since 2017 and for Chiefs … Read more

Net migration gain of 24,200 – International migration: March 2026 – Stats NZ news story and information release

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Net migration gain of 24,200 – news story 14 May 2026 New Zealand had a net migration gain of 24,200 in the March 2026 year, up from a net gain of 14,000 in the March 2025 year, according to provisional estimates released by Stats NZ today. “Net migration was up in the March 2026 year … Read more

Visitor arrivals up in March – International travel: March 2026 – Stats NZ news story and information release

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Visitor arrivals up in March – news story 14 May 2026 Visitor arrivals to New Zealand totalled 358,900 in March 2026, up 47,100 (15 percent) compared with March 2025, according to data released by Stats NZ today. “The 358,900 visitor arrivals in March 2026 were the highest for a March month since 2019,” international travel statistics … Read more

CPF NH Foods Advances to Production Phase, Launches ‘CP Nippon’ Brand in Premium Processed Pork Partnership

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Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 May 2026 – Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited (CPF) and NH Foods Ltd. today announced that their joint venture, CPF NH Foods Co., Ltd., has officially commenced production at its modern manufacturing facility in Chachoengsao, Thailand, alongside the launch of a new premium … Read more

Banyan Group Residences Brings Latest Phuket Property Launches to Singapore

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Source: Media Outreach Three new Laguna Phuket developments – spanning lakeside living, golf-front design and Angsana-branded luxury – to be showcased at Fairmont Singapore on 23–24 May SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 May 2026 – Banyan Group Residences is bringing three of its most anticipated new residential launches to Singapore this month, with … Read more

Fleeing suspect cornered on church roof by police, dogs, and a drone

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Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Inspector Renée Perkins Kāpiti Mana Area Commander A fleeing motorist who allegedly drove while disqualified across Porirua overnight will now face more charges. At about 12.30 this morning, 14 May, Kāpiti Mana Police identified a vehicle displaying a licence plate that did not match the make and model. … Read more

Natural gas reserves decline to lowest level in 20 years

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Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF The country’s natural gas reserves have declined to the lowest level since records began twenty years ago. The Ministry of Business, Innovation, and Employment’s annual petroleum reserves data showed as of 1 January, natural gas reserves declined 23 percent from last year, to 731 petajoules. The ministry said the decline … Read more

Appointments – Aktive announces Board of Trustees changes

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Source: Aktive Aktive has today announced changes to its Board of Trustees, effective 1 July 2026 for a three-year period. Tom Irvine (Ngāti Whātua and Ngā Puhi), and Jada MacFie (Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki, Ngāti Kauwhata and Ngāti Paoa) have been confirmed as new Trustees, with current Trustees Shelley Katae MNZM (Te Rarawa and Ngāti Porou) … Read more

Health – HIV diagnosis continue to decline but elimination will require bold action

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Source: Burnett Foundation Aotearoa New figures show HIV diagnoses in Aotearoa New Zealand continue to decline, marking real progress toward ending local HIV transmission – but health leaders warn this progress is not being shared equally, and that expanded testing is urgently needed to prevent new infections being missed. Data released today by the University of … Read more

Targeting financial assistance to those most in need

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government is making changes to ensure the fiscal sustainability of the welfare system by better targeting financial assistance to those most in need, Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston says. The Social Security (Jobseeker Support and Accommodation Supplement) Amendment Bill was introduced to Parliament today. It implements two initiatives … Read more

Man being sought after mother’s death ‘most likely’ dead – police

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Source: Radio New Zealand Jeremy Robertson. Supplied/ NZ Police Police say they believe a man considered the only person of interest in relation to his mother’s death is “most likely” dead. Karen Gilbert-Palmer, 74, was found dead at a home in Arthur Street, Pahīatua on 15 October by a friend who had been unable to … Read more

Tom Phillips granted right to home-school children before disappearing with them

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Source: Radio New Zealand One of the campsites used by Tom Phillips while he was a fugitive. RNZ / Supplied / Police The Education Ministry says it granted deceased fugitive Tom Phillips the right to home-school his children before he disappeared with them in late 2021. Phillips died in a shootout with police in September … Read more