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Source: New Zealand Police A crime wave gripping a small Waikato town over the past month has been solved, following a spate of burglaries and an arson. Two young people are allegedly behind the offending at important local facilities as well as homes in Otaua, south of Auckland. The pair are now being held to … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Introduction Good morning, and thank you for the warm welcome. I would like to acknowledge Matt Freeman and his team for hosting today’s event. It’s a real privilege to join you at New Zealand’s largest roading conference. The work you do underpins our economy and the daily lives of millions of … Read more
Source: Maritime Union of New Zealand The Maritime Union of New Zealand (MUNZ) is giving its full support to the Pike River families, who are today calling on Parliament to strengthen the Health and Safety at Work Act (HSWA) and urgently introduce Corporate Manslaughter laws into New Zealand legislation. MUNZ National Secretary Carl Findlay says … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Kzenon Radius’s net profit has more than tripled in line with expectations. The aged residential care provider made $6.3 million in the six months ended September compared with $2m the year earlier. Chief executive Andrew Peskett said occupancy levels were maintained at high levels, averaging 95 percent for the half year. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government welcomes new data showing New Zealand’s 23 Great Rides are pumping $1.28 billion a year into our local economies, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. The 2025 evaluation report for the Great Rides of New Zealand – Ngā Haerenga shows visitor spending attributed to the Great Rides jumped … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Henry Nicholls. Photosport Black Cap Tom Latham backs in-form Henry Nicholls to fit seamlessly back into national colours as they seek to seal the ODI series against the West Indies. Nicholls was recalled for the two remaining matches of the series, starting with game two in Napier on Wednesday, after Daryl … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Most people’s largest solely-owned asset is usually their KiwiSaver. NZ Herald/Mike Scott A rule change should make it easier to access someone’s KiwiSaver account when they die. KiwiSaver money becomes part of an estate after a person’s death. When they have a will, it is distributed according to the wishes of … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Amid anemic consumer spending, some businesses are turning to novel ways of selling goods in mystery packages to boost sales. Colloquially called “blind boxes”, the packages hide the contents so that consumers don’t know exactly what they’re buying. It’s a concept with origins that can be traced back to Asia, with … Read more
Source: FUSION5 19 November, Auckland, New Zealand: Australasian systems integrator Fusion5 has announced the appointment of Deepak Nangia as Group CEO. Nangia is an experienced leader in IT and Professional Services businesses, having held senior leadership roles at Satyam (now Tech Mahindra), Capgemini, and, most recently, EY. Rebecca Tohill, Executive Chair – Fusion5, says Nangia’s appointment … Read more
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) SYDNEY, Nov. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Global professional services company GHD has reported another record year in its 2025 Year in Review, with gross revenue exceeding AUD 3 billion. “Our strong financial results continue to deliver value to our employee shareholders and opportunities for our employees, while our performance in health … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Tevita Mafileo. www.photosport.nz All Blacks prop Tevita Mafileo has been ruled of this weekend’s test against Wales after suffering a rib fracture during training. The Chiefs front rower George Dyer has been brought in from the All Blacks XV squad as training cover. Hurricanes forward Devan Flanders has also joined the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police The State Highway 6/Quarantine Road roundabout, Nelson, is down to one lane northbound following a crash this morning. Police were notified of the single-vehicle crash, where a logging truck has tipped on its side, around 6:10am. Thankfully, no one was injured. The lane will remain blocked for some time while the … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand A series of summer concerts involving punk pioneer Iggy Pop and America rocker Joan Jett and The Blackhearts have pulled a Whitianga concert from the schedule, adding an Auckland show instead. The organisers said “in light of public feedback” of the scheduling of the Coromandel show on 26 January, following Auckland Anniversary … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF Auckland hotels are sold out tonight as Metallica rocks Eden Park and the world’s largest indigenous education conference continues. But a hotel association is warning that doesn’t mean the industry is suddenly thriving. The city’s cultural and events agency, Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, said 40,000 visitor nights were expected from Metallica … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF Dairy prices have fallen again in the fortnightly global auction overnight. The average price at the Global Dairy Trade auction fell 3 percent to US$3678 a tonne, the seventh consecutive fall. It follows the 2.4 percent drop in the previous auction. The GDT (Global Dairy Trade) Price Index was at … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand File photo. Ian Roberts playing for Manly Sea Eagles in 1995. Photosport / Andrew Cornaga The NRL’s first openly gay player has slammed the NZ Breakers as “cowards” for not wearing the rainbow Pride flag in next year’s NBL Pride Round. The Breakers are the second club to opt out of … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand POOL A week after a bombshell IPCA report raised allegations of high-level cover-ups and triggered accusations of corruption, the fallout continues to grow, with public trust in our police in the spotlight. New Zealand has long been considered one of the least corrupt jurisdictions in the world. But a week ago, … Read more
Source: PHARMAC Pharmac is trialling a new process to publish provisional outcomes from advisory committee meetings within 30 business days. Pharmac works closely with our Pharmacology and Therapeutics Committee (PTAC), specialist advisory committees and other advisory groups that make up our Expert Advisory Network to get expert advice on medicines being considered for funding and medical devices we … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Mr President, colleagues. Tēnā koutou katoa. It is an honour to address you today on behalf of New Zealand. When the Paris Agreement was adopted ten years ago, Parties committed to goals that limit the impacts of climate change on lives and livelihoods. Ten years on, we have seen significant progress, … Read more
Source: PHARMAC In September Natalie McMurtry joined Pharmac as our new Chief Executive. We spoke with her about her background, what drew her to Pharmac, and what she hopes to achieve in her new role. “I’m honoured to be Pharmac’s new Chief Executive and excited to be part of an organisation that plays such an … Read more
Source: PHARMAC The Medicines Access Summit was a great opportunity to hear first-hand from patient advocates, suppliers, clinicians and others and make connections, says Pharmac Chief Executive, Natalie McMurtry. “I was really pleased to be able to attend the summit in October, alongside our Board Chair Hon Paula Bennett as well as three other board … Read more
Source: PHARMAC Pharmac’s Consumer and Patient Working Group, in collaboration with Pharmac staff, has successfully completed the first 90-day action plan of the 12-month Reset Programme. The Reset Programme is the first phase of Pharmac’s five-year improvement journey, focused on delivering meaningful change for consumers and patients, while laying the groundwork for long-term reform. “The … Read more
Source: PHARMAC In late September the Government announced changes to the procurement of hospital medical devices in New Zealand to reduce costs, duplication and confusion. Pharmac and Health NZ will be responsible for procuring devices that are most focused on their capabilities and expertise. The changes will help industry stakeholders understand which agency to work … Read more
Source: PHARMAC Pharmac is focussed on being a more outward-focused and transparent organisation; and one of the ways we are doing that is by improving how we share information. “We’ve received consistent feedback asking us to improve how we share information about our funding processes,” says Adrienne Martin, Director Pharmaceuticals. “We’ve taken that on board.” … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Samoan rugby players lay down their challenge. RAUL ZAMORA/PHOTOSPORT / AFP Samoa have clinched a place at the 2027 Rugby World Cup after a dramatic finish to the final qualifying tournament in Dubai. Samoa finished top of the four-team tournament after drawing 13-13 with Belgium in the last game. It is … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Heavy rain warnings in the North Island as of 6am Wednesday. Supplied / MetService Central Auckland is bearing the brunt of the rain this morning, MetService says. Orange heavy rain warnings are in place for Northland, Auckland and Great Barrier Island (until 2pm), Waitomo, Waikato and Taupō (until 6pm), Bay of … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Health New Zealand has the target of 95 percent of two year olds being fully vaccinated. 123rf Health NZ says another 10,000 people have been immunised against measles, but experts warn more coverage is needed to help those with immune deficiencies. The National Public Service’s Nikki Canter-Burgoyne said 10,847 people were … Read more