Education – Open Letter to the Minister of Education from the Principal|Tumuaki Waihi College

Source: NZ Principals Federation Open Letter follows: Tēnā koe Minister The Illusion of Help: A Call to Slow Down and Trust the Profession School leaders from across Waihi have issued a united open letter calling for an urgent rethink of the pace and direction of educational reform in Aotearoa. As the principal of Te Kura Tuarua … Read more

Fire and Emergency New Zealand and New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union back to bargaining next week

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand is committed to good faith bargaining with the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU) that achieves a fair outcome. Deputy National Commander Megan Stiffler says the NZPFU has made the right decision to withdraw its threat of strike action for today for one hour at … Read more

Education – Open Letter to the Minister of Education – Western Bay of Plenty Principals Association (WBOPPA)

Source: NZ Principals Federation Open Letter follows: Hon Erica Stanford Minister of Education Parliament Buildings  Wellington Tēnā koe Minister, We write to you today on behalf of the Principals and Tumuaki of the Western Bay of Plenty, representing a diverse network of primary, intermediate, and secondary schools committed to providing the highest quality education for our … Read more

PTT Lubricants Sets Global Benchmark with API SQ-Certified Oils, Expands Beyond Asia into Africa and the Middle East

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 November 2025 – PTT Lubricants, the flagship lubricant brand under PTT Oil and Retail Business Public Company Limited (OR), is stepping onto the global stage with the launch of Thailand’s first engine oil certified under the latest API SQ / ILSAC GF-7A standard—a milestone … Read more

Genspark Joins Forces with AWS to Deliver the Next Generation Agentic AI Experiences for Users Worldwide

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 November 2025 – Genspark, a leading startup that builds general-purpose AI agents and serves more than 20 million users worldwide, has selected Amazon Web Services (AWS) as its preferred cloud provider. By leveraging AWS infrastructure and generative AI capabilities, Genspark has reduced product … Read more

WorkSafe funding aligned for greater transparency

Source: New Zealand Government With the Health and Safety reforms underway, a change has been made to how WorkSafe New Zealand’s funding is managed that adds increased accountability, Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden confirmed today.  “Moving WorkSafe’s funding into a multi-category appropriation allows for greater visibility of spending and performance meaning WorkSafe … Read more

Metservice issues thunderstorm warning for Wairoa

Source: Radio New Zealand A thunderstorm moving over Tampa, Florida, ahead of Hurricane Milton’s expected landfall. AFP A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Wairoa. Metservice said its weather radar has detected severe thunderstorms near Tiniroto, Hangaroa, Te Reinga, Ruakituri and Tahunga. The weather is moving towards the southeast and expected to hit just … Read more

Rocky rescue gets good result

Source: New Zealand Police A woman stuck on the rocks at Castor Bay had a lucky scape thanks to a charged mobile phone and quick Police work. Just after 1.30pm, Police received a call from a woman stating she was trapped on rocks between Castor Bay Beach and Kennedy Park. Waitematā East Area Response Manager, … Read more

Government invests $2 million in Dunedin Tunnels Trail

Source: Radio New Zealand The Chain Hills Tunnel opened in the 1870s as a single railway line, before being decommissioned more than three decades later. RNZ / Tess Brunton The government is investing $2 million to help extend a cycle trail linking Dunedin to Mosgiel, using historic railway tunnels. Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston … Read more

Universities in ‘battle of the century’ with journal publisher Elsevier

Source: Radio New Zealand Universities could lose access to more than 1000 journals. (File photo) Photo: 123RF Thousands of academics and students in New Zealand and Australia are poised to lose access to critical research journals next year. Negotiations between the Council of Australasian University Librarians and academic publishing giant Elsevier have broken down in … Read more

Green light for Dunedin Tunnels Trail

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing $2 million to extend the Dunedin Tunnels Trail and transform Dunedin into a premier cycling destination, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston announced today.  “By investing in the Dunedin Tunnels Trail, we will attract more visitors to the Otago region, helping to unlock the region’s full tourism … Read more

Tracks cleared as more damage found

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  14 November 2025 Most of the damage has occurred in the DOC Greymouth District, and rangers have been diverted from other routine maintenance work to clear the windfalls. Work to reopen tracks has included engineers checking bridges, windfall clearance by chainsaw operators, and blasting to remove large rocks. In the … Read more

Government completes four bills in a week of political sideshows

Source: Radio New Zealand Parliament Last week, much of the political focus was on the ongoing tensions within Te Pāti Māori. This week has been much the same, with the addition of the release of a report by the Independent Police Conduct Authority. While these sagas dominated headlines Parliament continued to consider legislation, with four … Read more

What to do if you have the coloured sand recalled for asbestos in your home

Source: Radio New Zealand Tremolite – a naturally occurring asbestos – had been found in samples during lab testing. Supplied / Product Safety NZ Nearly 60 schools and early childhood centres have contacted the Ministry of Education over possible asbestos contamination from recalled coloured play sands. Here’s what we know. What is the product that … Read more

Police say delay in responding to reports of disorder in Tauranga due to another incident

Source: Radio New Zealand Police say they did attend and disperse a crowd in Welcome Bay on 1 November after multiple complaints, though not immediately. RNZ / REECE BAKER Police say a delay in responding to reports of disorder in Tauranga earlier this month was due to being busy elsewhere. On the evening of Saturday … Read more

Manufacturing sector expands for fourth consecutive month in October

Source: Radio New Zealand A reading above 50.0 indicates expansion in the BNZ-Business New Zealand PMI, in October the score rose by 1.3 points to 51.4. 123rf Manufacturing activity expands, rises 1.3 points to 51.4 – above 50 is expansion Four of five sub-indexes also in expansion – employment still contracting Manufacturing expanded four months … Read more

Australian company to supply police’s new roadside drug-testing kits

Source: Radio New Zealand Police will start testing for THC, methamphetamine, MDMA and cocaine using the new oral-fluid testing devices. RNZ / Marika Khabazi Police have confirmed a deal with an Australian company to provide detection devices for roadside drug-testing. Roadside testing for four types of drugs will begin in Wellington next month, with a … Read more

Why an ‘Inspector-General’ might not have stopped the Jevon McSkimming cover-up

Source: Radio New Zealand Police Conduct Association founder Shannon Parker says the move to bring in an Inspector-General is a knee-jerk reaction. RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly An advocate supporting people with complaints about police misconduct says bringing in an Inspector-General is a knee-jerk reaction that may not make much difference. The government revealed on Tuesday … Read more

Why low-flying German military planes are in New Zealand skies

Source: Radio New Zealand Luftwaffe means Air Force in German. Samantha Gee / RNZ Low-flying military aircraft have been seen around the country over the last week, with a deployment from the German Air Force setting up in Woodbourne, near Blenheim, where its members are training with the Royal New Zealand Air Force. The joint … Read more

‘Just looking for a result’: Scott Robertson on All Blacks’ challenge against England

Source: Radio New Zealand England v All Blacks Kick-off: 4:10am Sunday 16 November Allianz Stadium (Twickenham), London Live blog updates on RNZ England have been installed as favourites by some local bookmakers for this weekend’s crunch match with the All Blacks at Twickenham. However, Scott Robertson isn’t reading too much into it as his side … Read more

Manufacturing orders up, but employment still a struggle – survey

Source: Radio New Zealand The survey showed a rise in new orders and production, but a further weakening of employment. 123rf Manufacturing sector activity expanded in October thanks to higher new orders and improving demand. The BNZ-Business NZ Performance of Manufacturing Index rose by 1.3 points to 51.4 in October, although it was still below … Read more

National accounts (industry production and investment): Year ended March 2024 – Stats NZ information release

National accounts (industry production and investment): Year ended March 2024 – information release 14 November 2025 The National accounts (industry production and investment) release contains a full reconciled set of detailed industry data on production, investment, and capital stock. It is used to update and maintain the quality of quarterly GDP statistics. Visit our website to … Read more

National accounts (income and expenditure): Year ended March 2025 – Stats NZ information release

National accounts (income and expenditure): Year ended March 2025 – information release 14 November 2025 National accounts (income and expenditure) provides information on domestic production and the resulting income that is available for spending and saving. It also provides an insight into how saving is used and invested between different sectors of the economy. Estimates … Read more

EIT launches new landscaping pathway to meet growing demand in green industries

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 24 seconds ago EIT is launching a new hands-on training pathway designed to prepare aspiring landscapers and horticulture workers for careers in New Zealand’s fast-growing green industries. Beginning in February 2026, learners can start with the New Zealand Certificate in Primary Industry Skills (Level 2) – Gardening: Foundations for Landscape … Read more

Developer fined more than $48,000 for illegal earthworks on Auckland’s North Shore

Source: Radio New Zealand COD Crown Projects Limited pleaded guilty to two charges relating to unlawful earthworks. RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly A developer has been fined $48,750 after admitting to unlawful earthworks. COD Crown Projects Limited pleaded guilty to two charges relating to two properties on Auckland’s North Shore. Auckland Council said the works – … Read more

Dozens of schools and childcare centres report using asbestos-contaminated sand

Source: Radio New Zealand The Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) said people needed to stop using the products immediately. Supplied / Product Safety NZ The Ministry of Education says nearly 60 schools and early childhood centres have contacted them over possible asbestos contamination from recalled coloured play sands. Rainbow sand from Educational Colours … Read more

Sod turned on Whangārei Hospital car park extension

Source: New Zealand Government A key milestone has been reached in the redevelopment of Whangārei Hospital, with the sod turning for a major on-grade car parking extension to enable construction of the new acute services building, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Car parks are a vital part of hospital infrastructure and are essential for patients, … Read more