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Source: New Zealand Government The New Zealand Government has made a payment to the Government of Samoa of Samoan Tala (SAT) 10 million (approximately NZD 6 million) following the grounding and sinking of HMNZS Manawanui in October last year. Today marks a year since the HMNZS Manawanui sank off the Safata District coastline on the … Read more
Source: Peace Action Wellington The just released New Zealand Defence Industry Strategy is clear that the government intends to fund and develop a home-grown defence industry. The ‘defence industry’ is better known as the weapons industry or arms trade. (ref. https://www.defence.govt.nz/publications/new-zealand-defence-industry-strategy-delivering-capability-faster/ ) “The peace movement and the movement for a free Palestine will actively oppose … Read more
Source: Earth Sciences New Zealand Constructed wetlands project receives NZ award for environmental sustainability An innovative project constructing new wetlands to improve water quality has been recognised at the recent International Water Association (IWA) and ASPIRE Water New Zealand Conference in Christchurch. Converting farmland to wetlands in Bay of Plenty’s Waihi estuary catchment, the Pongakawa and … Read more
Source: Northland Regional Council Northland Regional Council’s latest Annual Report demonstrates a year of strong progress, resilience, and partnership, with significant achievements delivered for the benefit of Northland’s communities and environment, Chair Geoff Crawford says. Chair Crawford says the 2024/25 year was marked by major milestones in flood protection, biosecurity, and climate resilience, as well as … Read more
Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand On this World Habitat Day, we reflect on the universal right of every human being to live in dignity, with secure shelter, access to land, and a safe environment to call home. For Palestinians, this right is systematically denied. Since the Nakba of 1948, millions of Palestinians have been … Read more
Source: Islamic Women’s Council of New Zealand (IWCNZ) It is a universal principle of humanity that all people should be entitled to safety, security, and life. The past two years have shown the world that statements alone are not enough. The Islamic Women’s Council of New Zealand (IWCNZ) calls on the New Zealand Government to … Read more
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Have your say New Zealand Food Safety is inviting public comment on proposed changes to the Food Notice: Maximum Residue Levels for Agricultural Compounds. The proposed changes include: 7 proposals for new, amended, or removed maximum residue levels in Schedule 1 one proposal for a new entry in Schedule … Read more
Source: PSA Fifty-one West Coast home care support workers will be striking on Thursday October 23 in support of their claim for a fair pay offer and training they need to do their work safely. The workers, who are PSA members, voted overwhelmingly to take strike action following the failure of Health NZ Te Whatu Ora … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Public feedback is now being sought from NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) on a proposed speed limit change on a short section of State Highway 1 (SH1) at Motutere, south of Taupō. The proposal is to put in a new speed limit of 60km/h on a 0.85km stretch of … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police are responding to an incident in Flat Bush this morning. Just after 9.30am, officers were at a property in Chapel Road conducting enquiries when a firearm was discharged at Police. One officer has been injured, however at this early stage it appears the injuries are non-life threatening. Chapel Road, between … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police The southbound lane of the Hawke’s Bay Expressway, between Links Road and Evenden Road is currently blocked due to a crash. The single vehicle crash was reported just before 10am. No injuries have been reported. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. A diversion is in place via … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police are today continuing the search for missing 17-year-old Marley, who has not been seen since the afternoon of Friday 26 September in Scarborough. Detective Senior Sergeant Jo Carolan says a helicopter will be utilised to assist with search efforts today. “Today we are conducting an aerial search of the coastline … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police A man is appearing in court today on a murder charge following the death of another man in North Dunedin. Police located the 36-year-old deceased at a property on Great King Street on Friday afternoon. The pair are believed to have been known to each other. The 25-year-old accused is due … Read more
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 6 October 2025 This document sets out what conformity assessment bodies (CABs) that audit and certify providers of home and community support services (HCSSs) must do to audit and certify these providers against Ngā paerewa Health and disability services standard NZS 8134:2021 (Ngā Paerewa). It also outlines … Read more
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Background to phytosanitary certification The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is reviewing how much it charges to recover the costs of providing export phytosanitary certification for plant and forestry products. This will be the first major review in fees since 2007. Phytosanitary certification is essential for New Zealand’s plant-based … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police are responding to a single vehicle crash involving a bus on Wellington Road/State Highway 1, near Kilbirnie Cres. The crash was reported just before 6am. One person has sustained minor injuries. Traffic management is in place and motorists are advised to plan ahead and expect delays. ENDS Issued by Police … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Trains on the Hutt Valley Line are being impacted while Police respond to an incident near Petone Railway Station this evening. Police were alerted to the incident about 6.25pm. Cordons are in place and Korokoro Road overbridge is also closed to traffic. Members of the public are asked to avoid the … Read more
Source: Media Outreach MUNICH, GERMANY – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 October 2025 – COOFANDY, EKOUAER, and Zeagoo have made a memorable entrance into the German market with their first-ever pop-up event in the country, held during the 2025 Munich Oktoberfest at Substanz Club. More than just a brand activation, the three-day celebration became a … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Two initiatives to move young people out of benefit dependency and incentivise them to stay in work will be significant for thousands of young New Zealanders, Minister for Social Development and Employment Louise Upston says. “Firstly, we’re outlining detail around our Budget announcement that young people aged 18 and 19 will … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police One person has died following a crash in Aka Aka this morning. The single vehicle crash was reported just before 5:30am on Aka Aka Road. The road has since re-opened. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL OSI
Source: New Zealand Police Canterbury Police are continuing to investigate the sudden death of a man at a residential address on Eastern Terrace in the early hours of Saturday morning. The circumstances of the man’s death remain unclear, and Police are working to understand what occurred in the lead-up to this incident. Officers are particularly … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police One person has died and four others have been injured in a crash on Thornton Road near Matatā this morning. Emergency services were notified of the crash involving two cars at 9.20am. One person is reported to have serious injuries and three people have moderate injuries. Thornton Road is closed at … Read more
Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 October 2025 – The importance of gastrointestinal health, or maintaining a healthy digestive system, has become a growing focus for researchers and innovators worldwide. Reflecting this commitment, Monash University Malaysia and Tata Chemicals Limited have entered into a strategic partnership dedicated to advancing … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Battle of Te Tarata Pā reminds us of the extraordinary courage, determination and resilience of our tūpuna in a time of conflict and change, Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka says. Minister Potaka joined Te Whakatōhea and Ngāti Ira in Ōpōtiki today to commemorate the 160th anniversary of the Battle of … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police The northbound lanes of the Waikato Expressway are blocked between Cambridge Road and Tauwhare Road following a crash. The crash, involving several vehicles was reported just after 1:15pm. No serious injuries have been reported. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government From Monday, the starting age for free bowel screening will be lowered from 60 to 58 in Northland, Auckland, and the South Island, with the rest of the North Island to follow in March 2026, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Earlier this year, I confirmed the Government’s commitment to lowering the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand and Australia have agreed to fast-track work on a more ambitious Single Economic Market (SEM), as Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay and Australian Trade and Tourism Minister Don Farrell concluded the annual Closer Economic Relations (CER) Trade Ministers’ Meeting in Monarto, South Australia today. Ministers reaffirmed their commitment … Read more