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Source: New Zealand Government Attorney-General Judith Collins today announced the appointment of Whanganui barrister Bernadette Arapere as a District Court Judge. Judge Arapere (Ngāti Raukawa, Ngāti Tūwharetoa and Ngāti Maniapoto) was admitted to the bar in 2005. She was a Director at Wackrow Williams and Davies Ltd in Auckland before joining the Crown Law Office … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation The Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Act officially passed into law on Saturday 25th of October. It’s important that you have a good grasp on what the protection act is, why it’s coming into effect and what it means for you. DCIM100GOPROGOPR0062.JPG ” data-medium-file=”https://i0.wp.com/blog.doc.govt.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Diver-with-fish-Mokohinau-islands.-Photo-credit-Monique-Ladds.-CC-BY-NC-ND-4.0.jpg?fit=300%2C225&ssl=1″ data-large-file=”https://i0.wp.com/blog.doc.govt.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Diver-with-fish-Mokohinau-islands.-Photo-credit-Monique-Ladds.-CC-BY-NC-ND-4.0.jpg?fit=580%2C435&ssl=1″ src=”https://i0.wp.com/blog.doc.govt.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Diver-with-fish-Mokohinau-islands.-Photo-credit-Monique-Ladds.-CC-BY-NC-ND-4.0.jpg?resize=580%2C435&ssl=1″ alt=”” class=”wp-image-58303″ srcset=”https://i0.wp.com/blog.doc.govt.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Diver-with-fish-Mokohinau-islands.-Photo-credit-Monique-Ladds.-CC-BY-NC-ND-4.0.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police urge farmers to be extra vigilant as they notice an increase in dishonesty offending throughout Taranaki. Senior Sergeant Brad Pollock says his prevention team would like to stop crime before it starts. “We’re asking our hard-working farmers to keep an eye out and let us know if they notice anything … Read more
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries The first of 3 consultations The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has begun work on developing a standards notice to supplement both the Organic Products and Production Regulations and the Organic Standards Regulations. The standards notice will set out technical information for operators and recognised entities. It will be … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has agreed to an integrated approach to reform the aged care system including the establishment of a Ministerial Advisory Group to recommend changes to the funding model, Associate Health Minister Casey Costello and Health Minister Simeon Brown announced today. “Improving the lives of older people is a priority for the … Read more
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) A shadow report for the UN warns racial discrimination is worsening. A significant, ideologically driven attack on Māori rights, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and racial equity is occurring in Aotearoa New Zealand, according to the co-authors of a shadow report for the UN. The report, written by members of the Aotearoa … Read more
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) Modern slavery isn’t a distant problem – it’s happening here in Aotearoa New Zealand. It’s embedded in supply chains both domestically and internationally, exposing New Zealand companies to significant reputational and ethical risks. More than 250 New Zealand-headquartered companies appear on Australia’s Modern Slavery Register, but two private members’ bills … Read more
Source: IHC People with intellectual disability are facing yet another financial blow following changes to the Protection of Personal and Property Rights Act that remove a government subsidy for court-mandated financial examinations. From 3 October 2024, the Public Trust began charging $247.27 per hour to review property managers’ annual financial statements – a process that … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden has appointed new members to the WorkSafe Board to provide strong governance as WorkSafe refocuses on early engagement to improve health and safety outcomes. Murray Jagger has been named the new Board Chair. An experienced director with a background in primary and port sectors, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is providing a further $100,000 to Mayoral Relief Funds to help the Kaikōura and Hurunui communities impacted by severe weather, Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery, Mark Mitchell announced today. The announcement comes in addition to the $150,000 contribution to the Southland and Clutha Mayoral Relief Funds announced this morning. … Read more
Source: Tax Justice Aotearoa (TJA) Tax Justice Aotearoa (TJA) and the Better Taxes for a Better Future Campaign have expressed their disappointment with the narrow Capital Gains Tax Labour announced this morning, describing it as ‘unambitious’ at a time that calls for more, but welcomed Labour’s commitment to a CGT. “Tax Justice Aotearoa and the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Aged Care Association (ACA) The New Zealand Aged Care Association (ACA) warmly welcomes today’s announcement by Health Minister Hon Simeon Brown and Associate Health Minister Hon Casey Costello of a Ministerial Advisory Group to design a sustainable, fit-for-purpose aged care system. Chief Executive Hon Tracey Martin said the announcement marks an important … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Both southbound lanes on the Christchurch Northan Motorway are blocked following a serious crash this morning. Police were called to the multi-vehicle crash, between Ohaka Road and Tram Road, at around 10:40am. Initial indicators are that people are injured. Diversions are in place at the Ohaka Road on-ramp, and the road … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Senior Sergeant Natalie Flowerdew-Brown, Western Bay of Plenty Area Investigations Manager: A homicide investigation is continuing following the death of a man in Te Puke on Saturday 25 October. Police can now name the victim of the homicide as Tristan Oakes, aged 29. Tristan died in hospital … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Scott Simpson will today travel to Canberra and Sydney to strengthen New Zealand’s trans-Tasman partnerships and share insights on regulatory approaches, financial competition, and consumer protection. While in Canberra, Mr Simpson will meet with ministerial counterparts in Australia’s Federal and State Governments to deepen cooperation between the two countries. … Read more
Source: ASB The Accelerated Housing Fund will now be on track to deliver thousands more homes with a doubled fund of $1 billion. ASB is announcing an expansion of its Accelerated Housing Fund to $1 billion from $500 million. By doubling its commitment to accelerate housing delivery where it’s most needed, the change reinforces ASB’s … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 October 2025 – Professor Sir Richard Henry Friend, Chair of the VinFuture Prize Council, shared that what began as a bold idea five years ago has grown into a symbol of confidence in the power of science to serve humanity. For him, being part … Read more
Source: Media Outreach ORDOS, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 October 2025 – On September 27, a batch of spirulina products from Otog Banner in Ordos City, Inner Mongolia, set sail from Tianjin Port to Los Angeles, USA. According to Qiao Yue, deputy general manager of Ordos Jiali Spirulina Co., Ltd., this shipment included … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 October 2025 – Currently, with continuous innovation momentum being released, emerging industries, the digital economy, and green development are bringing new growth drivers for the high-quality development of the Chinese economy. The private sector plays a fundamental role in this process, with private … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 October 2025 – CTF Life today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with Gleneagles Hospital Hong Kong (“Gleneagles”), CUHK Medical Centre (“CUHKMC”), and Hong Kong Baptist Hospital (“HKBH”) to establish strategic partnerships. In a pioneering move, CTF Life has also become … Read more
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) Robust balance sheet with access to over A$86.3M in funding comprising of, A$17.5M in cash, US$43.4M (A$65.5M) 24 month award from the U.S. Department of War to support antimony production in Alaska, and approximately ~A$3.3M in liquid investments and in the money warrants 2025 drill and surface exploration programs completed with assay … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 October 2025 – Buttonscarves proudly unveils its first physical store at Jewel Changi Airport, marking a defining moment in the brand’s Southeast Asia expansion strategy. As one of the world’s most visited lifestyle and retail destinations, Jewel Changi Airport offers a powerful stage for brands … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 October 2025 – Cushman & Wakefield, a leading global real estate services firm, has again been recognized for its leading professional service excellence at the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Awards in Hong Kong. The firm was awarded Winner in the “Valuation … Read more
Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 October 2025 – Alpro Health, a subsidiary of Alpro Group and a leading advocate for corporate wellness, has launched the Happier Project, a first-of-its-kind Mental Health and Wellbeing Services initiative that makes mental wellbeing measurable, data-driven, and actionable. (From right: Pharmacist Sean Liew … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police can now release the name of the man who died following a crash on Thornton Road on Sunday 5 October. He was Daniel Paul Henriksen, 40, of Whakatane. Police extend sympathies to Daniel’s family and friends. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing. ENDS Issued by Police Media … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 October 2025 – The China Tennis Tour CCB (Asia) Hong Kong Open 2025 (hereafter “CTA1000 CCB (Asia) Hong Kong Open”) will return to Victoria Park Tennis Court from 23rd to 30th November 2025. The eight-day tournament will gather more than 150 of the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Madison, 14, has been reported missing by her family. She was last seen at home on 24 October. Her family are deeply concerned for her welfare and would like to see her safely home. If you have seen Madison, or have any information on her whereabouts, please call 111 and quote … Read more