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Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Have your say The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is consulting on proposed changes to an existing plant export requirement, the MPI Technical Standard: Phytosanitary Certificates [PDF, 326 KB] This is part of the ongoing work to strengthen the MPI plant export phytosanitary assurance system. MPI wants your feedback … Read more
Source: NZCTU This statement was originally published by The Post The strikes planned by several unions on October 23 represent the biggest day of industrial action in decades. More than a hundred thousand union members spread across many occupations have voted to send a message that they expect their employers to respond properly to the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government More than 300 new social homes will be delivered in Bay of Plenty by Community Housing Providers (CHPs), Housing Minister Chris Bishop says. “Our Government backs social housing, and we’re determined to deliver it better. That means building the right homes, in the right places, with the right support, for the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police A man has died following a fire at a Riwaka address yesterday. Emergency services were called to the property about 10.50am on Sunday after a report of a house fire. One person was initially unaccounted for. Sadly, they were located deceased after the fire was extinguished. Enquiries into the circumstances of … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government More than 340 patients in the lower South Island have been able to access advanced cancer diagnostics closer to home through fortnightly visits from a mobile PET-CT service to Dunedin, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “This has been a gamechanger for patients in the lower South Island who need a PET-CT … Read more
Source: Maritime New Zealand As Safer Boating Week 2025 gets underway, a new ambassador for safety will start bobbing in the waves around the country. Introducing “Buoy-Boy” – a floating reminder to recreational craft users to stay safe on the water. Buoy-Boy will be appearing at popular boating spots nationwide, starting this week, and continuing … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are currently at the scene of a two-vehicle crash on SH1 near Karapiro. Police were called about 2.55pm. Fortunately there have been no injuries reported, however the crash has caused damage to the median barrier. Motorists should anticipate potential delays in the area while emergency services and contractors work … Read more
Source: Media Outreach BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 October 2025 – A thousand years ago, delivering fresh lychees from southern China to the capital, Chang’an, took over a week—and exhausted entire relays of horses. Today, the same journey takes just 24 hours. This dramatic change illustrates the rise of China’s modern logistics … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Promoting opportunities for investment and collaboration in the development of New Zealand’s natural resources is at the top of the agenda during three upcoming international mining and geothermal conferences, Resources Minister Shane Jones says. Mr Jones leaves tomorrow for the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) in Sydney, Australia. He will … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Biosecurity, Food Safety and Associate Agriculture Minister Andrew Hoggard travels to Chile today to represent New Zealand at the World Dairy Summit. “The World Dairy Summit is the leading event in the annual global dairy calendar, bringing together farmers, processors, scientists, marketers, and policymakers from more than 60 countries,” Mr Hoggard … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Traffic Light System expands from tomorrow with the launch of two more non-financial sanctions focused on job searches and upskilling, Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston says. “Starting from Monday, people failing an obligation for the first time will face two new alternatives to financial sanctions,” Louise Upston says. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government To the patients, students and families affected by this week’s planned strike, The Government regrets the impact on you, your children and your families that is expected on Thursday because of a strike planned by a number of unions. We regret even more that the strike appears to be politically motivated … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Matai Bay Road near Carrington Estate in Karikari Peninsula is closed following a single-vehicle crash. Police received report of the crash around 5.30pm. One person has serious injuries and will be airlifted to hospital by ambulance services. The Serious Crash Unit have been notified. Motorists should avoid the area as emergency … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 October 2025 – Joyful Alliance, a Singapore-headquartered investment firm, today announced it will propose the development of the Wakayama Integrated Onsen Resort to the Wakayama City Government. The two parties officially signed the memorandum of cooperation on October 17. Joyful Alliance will propose … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police One person has died after the earlier two-vehicle crash on Halcombe Road, Feilding, earlier today. Cordons remain in place while the Serious Crash Unit examines the scene. Motorists should continue to avoid the area. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL OSI
Source: New Zealand Police A man has died following injuries sustained in a serious crash earlier this month in Ngaruawahia. Emergency services were called to the crash, between a car and a motorcycle, on River Road about 7am on 1 October. The rider was taken to Waikato Hospital with critical injuries, where he died last … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a serious two-vehicle crash on Halcombe Road, Fielding, near Mt Taylor Drive. Police were called about 2.30pm. The road will be closed, with diversions in place. Motorists should avoid the area. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL OSI
Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm that one person has died in hospital following a water rescue near Port Waikato. Emergency services received reports of three people in the water after a boat overturned, north of Sunset Beach, Port Waikato at around 7:15am. Police, Surf Life Saving New Zealand and the Westpac Rescue Helicopter … Read more
Source: Palestinian Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) As nationwide protests against Israeli genocide continue this weekend into the third year, PSNA is demanding Foreign Minister Winston Peters condemn Israeli torture of Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti and Israel’s failure to abide by the terms of the ceasefire. PSNA’s Co-chair, John Minto, says Barghouti is Palestine’s equivalent to South … Read more
Source: Insurance Council of NZ The Insurance Council of New Zealand | Te Kāhui Inihua o Aotearoa (ICNZ) is supporting new rules that make natural hazard information in Land Information Memoranda (LIMs) clearer, more consistent, and easier for New Zealanders to understand. From 17 October new regulations came into force for councils to standardise how hazard … Read more
Source: Northland Regional Council Official election results released this morning (Subs: Sat 18 October) have left an outcome effectively unchanged from Election Day for the Northland Regional Council. The official results – now available at www.nrc.govt.nz/results2025 – confirm there will be four new councillors on the nine-strong Northland Regional Council and that the council’s Te Raki Māori Constituency … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 October 2025 – The Mineral Boutique Spa, a new luxury wellness destination located on the 36th floor of WWTTC Mall in Causeway Bay, officially opened in August 2025. Overlooking panoramic sea views and the city skyline, the spa introduces a new era of … Read more
Injury statistics – work-related claims: 2024 – information release 17 October 2025 Injury statistics for work-related claims give information about claims accepted by ACC for work-related injuries. Key facts A total of 209,400 work-related claims were made in 2024 (down 16,600 from 2023). In 2024, the incidence rate for work-related injury claims was 80 claims per … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Two ultra-luxury freehold developments on prestigious Wireless Road officially named Upper House Residences Bangkok and The Wireless Residences by Upper House BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 October 2025 – City Dynamic, a joint venture between City Realty and Swire Properties, and Swire Hotels proudly announce a strategic partnership to … Read more
Source: Media Outreach An immersive experience exploring the mythical origins of diamonds, presented by De Beers LONDON, UK – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 October 2025 – For centuries, diamonds have held a singular place in human history. From ancient myths to modern rituals, diamonds they have remained enduring symbols of celebration, strength, truth, and … Read more
Source: Media Outreach GUANGZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 October 2025 – On October 15, the 138th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) opened in Guangzhou. As one of China’s leading manufacturers, Gree, under the theme “Gree Innovation, Green Life”, brought over 100 innovative products spanning home appliances, commercial systems, consumer electronics, … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Five new Vienna properties more than double Ascott’s portfolio in the city Somerset and lyf debut in Seville as part of landmark Lagoon City resort development lyf Gambetta Paris opens, becoming the third operational lyf in Europe as the brand grows to eight properties continent-wide The Unlimited Collection enters Europe with three … Read more