Employment – Health and safety reforms put workers at risk – NZCTU

Source: NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi  The NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi is renewing its call on the Government to stop their planned health and safety reforms. This follows the news today that confirms the reforms have no evidential basis and are instead being driven by Act party ideology. “It is disappointing to once again see the Minister for Workplace … Read more

Hawke’s Bay – Fernhill Bridge costing region millions – Transporting New Zealand

Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Road freight association Transporting New Zealand says that weight restrictions on Fernhill Bridge on SH50 in Hawke’s Bay are costing the region millions of dollars, with many freight companies having to complete a 40km return detour to make deliveries. Fernhill Bridge is a crucial freight corridor linking a large … Read more

Real Estate – Bedrooms bring big gains: Kiwis prepared to pay the price for space

Source: RealEstate.co.nz Aucklanders hit with steepest price rise between one and two-bedroom homes Extra bedroom in Central Otago/Lakes District commands $500,000 increase in average asking price  Wellington records 45% increase in average asking price between one and two-bedroom homes. New data from realestate.co.nz highlights the additional value extra bedrooms can add to a property’s asking … Read more

Arts – Kōkōwai: A night of Indigenous fashion, art and music at Auckland Museum

Source: Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum The Auckland Museum Store presents Kōkōwai, a one-night-only, evening of fashion, art, live music and performance on Friday 12 September at Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum. Kōkōwai, named for the sacred red ochre pigment once used to adorn bodies and mark the tapu, will showcase … Read more

Employment and Law – Restriction on right for Defence staff to strike unjustified – PSA

Source: PSA New legislation restricting the right of civilian Defence workers to strike is completely unjustified and represents an escalation in this Government’s undermining of fundamental workplace rights, says the Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi. The Defence (Workforce) Amendment Bill introduced today would allow the Defence Minister to authorise the use of military … Read more

Wellington arrests for New Zealand’s largest seizure of Class B controlled drug GBL

Source: New Zealand Police A Police and Customs operation has resulted in New Zealand’s largest ever seizure of gamma butyrolactone (GBL) at the border and four arrests in Wellington. GBL is commonly known as Fantasy or liquid ecstasy. Earlier this month an estimated 1,950 litres of GBL have been seized. Four men are now before … Read more

New Zealand – Reserve Bank renews currency swap facility with People’s Bank of China

Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 28 August 2025 – The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) and the Reserve Bank of New Zealand today announced the renewal of a reciprocal currency arrangement (swap line) to support the settlement of cross border transactions between New Zealand and Chinese businesses. The size of the swap facility is … Read more

SIBUR Produces Test Batch at First Hexene Facility in Russia and CIS

Source: Media Outreach MOSCOW, RUSSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 August 2025 – SIBUR has produced the first test batch of hexene – a key component in the production of premium grades of polyethylene – at the first hexene facility in Russia and the CIS. The company plans to supply the product both to … Read more

Arrests made in Waikato meth bust

Source: New Zealand Police Waikato West Police have today made three arrests after two search warrants in relation to Operation Dolphin. The investigation sought to uncover the manufacture and distribution of methamphetamine and GBL in the North Waikato area. Three men were arrested after two search warrants executed in Huntly and Te Kauwhata. Local staff … Read more

NIA Advances Strategic Plan to Empower Thai Innovation Businesses with Knowledge, Funding, and Global Networks to Drive Thai Innovation onto the World Stage

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 August 2025 – The National Innovation Agency (Public Organization), or NIA, under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), reaffirms its role as the “Focal Conductor of Innovation” in steering Thailand towards its ambition of becoming an “Innovation Nation” under the … Read more

Minister Simmonds’ visit marks milestone for EIT

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 5 minutes ago Minister for Vocational Education Penny Simmonds visited Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) this week, marking a significant milestone in the institute’s journey toward independence. Her visit was part of a national tour of the ten Te Pūkenga business divisions approved to stand alone from 1 January 2026. … Read more

Event Captions And Video Search Bring Evolving Intelligence To Arlo Secure Subscribers

Source: Media Outreach Smarter experiences, automatically. Stay equipped with the latest AI-driven features. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 August 2025 – Arlo Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: ARLO), a leading innovator in smart home security, is thrilled to announce Arlo Secure 6, the next generation of Arlo’s industry-leading home security subscription service. Arlo Secure 6 … Read more

Rakiura stoat likely moved from mainland

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  28 August 2025 Necropsy results show the stoat was killed by blunt force trauma, consistent with a trap. Analysis of the stomach contents also uncovered mouse hair, indicating the stoat had recently eaten a mouse. Rakiura is both stoat and mouse-free. Department of Conservation (DOC) Operations Director southern South Island … Read more

Have your say on the Telco Sector Review

Source: New Zealand Government Kiwis can now have their say on proposals for regulatory change in the telecommunications sector, because their voices are a cornerstone of the Review process, Minister for Regulation David Seymour and Media and Communications Minister Paul Goldsmith say.  “Telecommunication services are as essential as power and water to Kiwis. Changing the … Read more

Legislation to support NZ’s defence and security

Source: New Zealand Government The Chief of Defence Force (CDF) will be better able to manage their workforce to ensure national security is maintained during industrial action under new legislation introduced today, Defence Minister Judith Collins says. “The Defence (Workforce) Amendment Bill means the Minister of Defence will be able to authorise CDF to redeploy … Read more

Agreement signed on poultry biosecurity

Source: New Zealand Government The Government and poultry industry have struck a landmark deal, agreeing how they’ll jointly prepare for and respond to exotic poultry diseases, including any possible outbreak of high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI), says Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard. “This new operational agreement between the Government and the Egg Producers Federation (EPF) and … Read more

Government’s creative sector strategy goes live

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has published its strategy to boost Kiwis’ engagement with the arts, grow the sector’s economic contribution and create more jobs, Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “Our government’s vision is for New Zealand to we be as well known for its arts and creativity, as it is … Read more

Weather News – A wild, windy end to winter – MetService

Source: MetService Covering period of Thursday 28th – Sunday 31st August – A wild, windy end to winter. Meteorological spring begins on Monday. An orange Heavy Rain Warning is in force for the headwaters of the Canterbury lakes and rivers south of Arthurs Pass until 4 pm today.  Strong Wind Watches are in force for … Read more

Local News – Welcoming Plan adopted by Porirua City Council

Source: Porirua City Council A Welcoming Plan for Porirua City was adopted by Te Puna Kōrero at its meeting this morning. Part of Porirua City’s Welcoming Communities Programme, the plan was developed with input from Ngāti Toa, elected officials, and the community. The aim of the plan is to create stronger community connections and a … Read more

NZ-AU: Patterson Lake South Project Update

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) PERTH, Australia, Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Paladin Energy Ltd (ASX:PDN, TSX:PDN, OTCQX:PALAF) (“Paladin” or the “Company”) provides an update on the Patterson Lake South (PLS) Project following a detailed technical review, including capital and operating costs, as part of the ongoing Front-End Engineering and Design (FEED) work (the “Engineering Review”). … Read more

NZ-AU: FY2025 Financial Results

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) PERTH, Australia, Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Paladin Energy Ltd (ASX:PDN, TSX:PDN, OTCQX:PALAF) (Paladin or the Company) advises that it has released its 2025 Annual Report (including its Financial Report for the year ended 30 June 2025) and management discussion and analysis (MD&A) for Paladin Energy Ltd and its controlled entities … Read more

Institute of Intelligence Professionals Conference

Source: New Zealand Government Thank you for the opportunity to speak with you today. Thank you to Dan Wildy for the kind invitation and for the hard work you do to keep this institute alive while balancing your day job at New Zealand Police. I’m sorry I couldn’t be with you in person today. However, … Read more

Government reforms to improve alcohol regulation

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee today announced proposed changes to the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012, and says the focus is on restoring fairness and practicality to the system without compromising public safety. “Most New Zealanders who choose to drink alcohol do so responsibly. Our reforms recognise that responsible … Read more

Police response to IPCA findings

Source: New Zealand Police Police acknowledge the findings of the Independent Police Conduct Authority in relation to the actions of two officers during an arrest. On 17 September 2023, Police approached a man (identified only as Mr X) who was sitting in the drivers seat, to request his name and address. One of the officers … Read more

Top of the South drivers – take it easy at road work sites

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Top of the South drivers are being urged to cool down, calm down, and slow down when driving through road work sites. Rob Service, System Manager Nelson/Tasman says with multiple parts of the state highway network needing repairs following the winter floods, contractors are seeing some unsafe behaviour from people … Read more

Demolition by neglect stops here

Source: New Zealand Government The Rail Heritage Trust of New Zealand will receive an increased annual contribution to support its restoration efforts of rail heritage buildings and structures, Rail Minister Winston Peters announced today. “This is about our national industrial heritage and the volunteer power and engineering pride of railway communities,” Mr Peters says. “Only … Read more

UPDATED 3 – Education – Improvements needed to professional development for teachers – ERO

Source: Education Review Office New research from the Education Review Office has found how we can provide our teachers with better professional development. “Quality teaching is the single most important driver of student achievement. It affects outcomes more than other factors, including class sizes. Developing our teachers by providing high-quality professional learning and development is … Read more