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Source: New Zealand Police Hawke’s Bay Police are investigating a series of rural burglaries in the Twyford area and are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying a possible vehicle or person of interest. Three incidents have occurred in close proximity over consecutive nights. Police believe these incidents may be linked and are seeking … Read more
Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Transporting New Zealand is endorsing proposals from the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) to reduce the Warrant of Fitness (WoF) frequency for light vehicles, and the CoF A frequency for late-model rental vehicles. NZTA is currently consulting on reducing the inspection frequency, as well as expanding the scope of the … Read more
Source: Northland Regional Council Northland Regional Councillors have elected Pita Tipene – one of two Te Raki Māori Constituency representatives – as their new chair, with Jack Craw, representing the Whangārei Central General Constituency, elected as his deputy. Unlike district councils, whose mayors are chosen by the public through local elections, the regional council’s equivalent – … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand is set to benefit from the renewed global interest in gold and other metals and minerals, Resources Minister Shane Jones says. Mr Jones says a mining permit granted today to extract one of the country’s most significant gold discoveries in decades represents a multibillion-dollar opportunity for Central Otago. New … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Labour market statistics released today highlight the importance of the Government’s ongoing work to rebuild the economy and deliver more job opportunities for Kiwis, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. The data released by Stats NZ shows unemployment increased from 5.2 per cent to 5.3 per cent in the September quarter and … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Puketaha Road and Taylor Road are closed near the intersection following a seirous crash this afternoon. Police were called to the two-vehicle crash at around 1pm. Initial indicators are that there has been critical injuries. The Serious Crash Unit have been advised and the roads will remain blocked while emergecny services … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government will invest more than $80 million in research projects starting this year, for projects that have transformative potential for New Zealand’s economy, health, and environment, says Science, Innovation, and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti. “107 Marsden Fund projects will be funded over the next three years, supporting both established … Read more
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Biosecurity New Zealand is asking Aucklanders to remain vigilant for yellow-legged hornets (Vespa velutina) on the North Shore. “We’ve had a fantastic response so far from the public to our request for help with surveillance. To date, we’ve received more than 1,000 notifications via email and phone with no … Read more
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) The advent of vaping slowed progress on reducing smoking, especially for Māori and Pacific teens. The rise of vaping in Aotearoa, New Zealand may be slowing progress in reducing smoking and widening inequities between Māori and Pacific adolescents and others of the same age. Published in The Lancet Regional Health – … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Crown has settled 14 years of negotiations with Ngāti Paoa following legislation passing its final reading in Parliament today, Treaty for Waitangi Negotiations Paul Goldsmith says. “This is a historic day for which Ngāti Pāoa has waited far too long. The Crown has acknowledged the cumulative effect of its actions and omissions, including raupatu, the … Read more
Source: University of Otago Aotearoa’s progress in reducing smoking has slowed for Māori, Pacific and European adolescents, and vaping could be the reason, according to research published today in The Lancet Regional Health – Western Pacific. The study, conducted by researchers from the Universities of Otago, Auckland, and Sydney, along with the Daffodil Centre in … Read more
Source: Te Hiringa Mahara – Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission Te Hiringa Mahara – Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission welcomes investment in crisis response services announced today by Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey. The substantial funding package will improve access to support for people in mental health and substance use crisis. The announcement was made … Read more
Source: EMA The Employers and Manufacturers Association (EMA) says the slight rise in unemployment to 5.3% for the September quarter is disappointing but not unexpected and reflects the ongoing fragility in the business environment. Alan McDonald, Head of Advocacy at the EMA, says the increase aligns with what the EMA is hearing from its members across … Read more
Source: NZCTU The NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi is calling on the Government to act in response to new data released by Stats NZ today which shows unemployment has reached a nine year high. “The labour market took another turn for the worse today, with unemployment growing, underemployment growing, fewer hours being worked, and wages are … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government More services, made possible thanks to increased funding achieved under this government, have had a positive impact on the lives of high support needs young people and their families. Minister for Children Karen Chhour has confirmed that over the past year, Oranga Tamariki supported an extra 59 placements for children and … Read more
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries New Zealand is making progress in the fight against anti-microbial resistance, with sales of veterinary and horticultural antibiotics falling for the seventh consecutive year, says New Zealand Food Safety’s deputy director-general Vincent Arbuckle. “Antibiotics are essential for the treatment of bacterial infections in humans, animals and plants. If … Read more
Source: General Practice Owners Association (GenPro) The collapse of after-hours and emergency care in Upper Hutt is a warning sign for the rest of New Zealand unless the underlying problems facing general practice are urgently addressed, says the General Practice Owners Association (GenPro). “The situation in Upper Hutt as reported by media is the canary … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government People in Marlborough no longer need to make the long journey to Nelson for dialysis, with the opening of the region’s new dialysis unit in Blenheim, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “The opening of this unit is the result of years of dedication and advocacy from the Marlborough community,” Mr Brown … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency The state highway summer maintenance season is picking up the pace in the top of the South Island, and road users can expect to see multiple chip sealing sites in the lead-up to Christmas. It is essential to ensure the region’s highways are kept safe and resilient for road users. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency State Highway 28-Harwoods Road will be closed for approximately 5 weeks while work continues on a roundabout at the SH28/State Highway 5 intersection east of Tīrau. The roundabout has been under construction since August this year and the upcoming closure is necessary to safely complete the next phase of work … Read more
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 5 November 2025 – “Financial stability risks remain higher than in recent years”, says Reserve Bank Governor Christian Hawkesby in releasing the Financial Stability Report this morning. Fragmentation of global trade and finance, and ongoing uncertainty continue to present risks. Elevated global equity valuations, in areas such as tech stocks, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey has today announced the government is delivering more frontline workers and establishing new services for people in need of a better crisis response. “When someone takes the brave step of reaching out, I want that support to be there,” Mr Doocey says. “Today I’m announcing … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Legislation to protect productive farmland by limiting farm-to-forest conversions is now in place, marking a campaign promise fulfilled, Agriculture and Forestry Minister Todd McClay says. The Climate Change Response (Emissions Trading Scheme – Forestry Conversion) Amendment Act came into effect on 31 October 2025 and forest owners will notice these changes … Read more
Source: Maritime Union of New Zealand The Maritime Union of New Zealand (MUNZ) says the findings from an official inquiry on the Manahau barge grounding obtained by media show the vessel was unsuitable for conditions and have absolved crew that were blamed for the grounding. A Maritime New Zealand investigation summary obtained by media confirms MUNZ’s … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has released an investigative report showing Eden Park planning restrictions could be costing hundreds of millions of dollars in lost revenue with hundreds of fewer jobs and is inviting public feedback on proposed changes, RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop says. “Eden Park is a vital asset for Auckland and … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police continuing to investigate the shooting incident at Pukehinau Flats in Brooklyn, Wellington, on Sunday afternoon are appealing to anyone with further information to come forward. Detective Senior Sergeant Tim Leitch says Police are still to determine exactly what occurred in the lead up to the shotgun being discharged. “We do … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HANOI/ ABU DHABI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 November 2025 – The Vietnam Exposition Center (VEC) and dmg events have announced a strategic partnership and launch their first collaborative initiative – aglobal energy congress and exhibition. Operated under an exclusive brand model, this global event is expected to become a … Read more