New code of welfare for farmed deer

Source: New Zealand Government A revised code of welfare for deer balances ensuring the protection of farmed deer with practicality and the economic impacts on farmers, says Associate Minister of Agriculture Andrew Hoggard. “I’m pleased to issue the revised Code of Welfare for Deer, the first of the priority pastoral livestock codes under review to … Read more

Advocacy – Dental Advocacy Group Launches Nationwide Roadshow to Overhaul How We Treat Teeth

Source: Dental for All The dental advocacy group Dental for All today launches a nationwide roadshow to call for an overhaul of our approach to treating teeth. Dental for All – backed by a coalition of dentists and oral health workers, trade unions, and poverty action groups – is pressing for free, universal dental care, … Read more

Missing teenager located

Source: New Zealand Police Police can advise a 16-year-old reported missing from the North Shore area last week has been located safe and well. We would like to thank those members of the public for providing information, which assisted in locating him. ENDS. Holly McKay/NZ Police MIL OSI

Drug and firearm dealing caught in Operation Skip

Source: New Zealand Police Police caught two men at the same time — one in Feilding, one in Manurewa — during coordinated searches of houses in Manawatū and Auckland, for drugs and firearms. Detective Sergeant Nick Lawton says investigations discovered alleged drug and firearm dealing had occurred between the two locations, so search warrants were … Read more

People’s Select Committee: Thousands of care and support workers cannot wait for justice – unions

Source: PSA Representatives from three unions will make a joint submission to the People’s Select Committee today on behalf of 65,000 care and support workers whose long-standing pay equity claim was scrapped in May. The PSA, E tū and New Zealand Nurses Organisation, Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa (NZNO) will speak on key recommendations for the … Read more

Legislation – Experts to present at first pay equity oral hearing

Source: NZCTU The People’s Select Committee on Pay Equity will hold its first oral hearing tomorrow, Monday 11 August, from 9am-12pm at the National Library (Te Wehenga and Malaga Pasifika rooms) in Wellington. More than 1500 submissions have been received by the select committee. The first hearing will feature submissions from a wide range of experts including … Read more

Investing in Whanganui Airport’s future

Source: New Zealand Government A major investment in Whanganui Airport will improve safety, enhance regional connectivity and aid economic growth for the region, Associate Transport Minister James Meager says. The Government will use $3.35 million in taxpayer funding to complete construction of the new sealed parallel taxiway. The investment will address long-standing safety concerns by … Read more

Fatal crash, St Andrews, Hamilton

Source: New Zealand Police One person has died after a crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian on Croall Crescent, St Andrews, this afternoon. Emergency services were called to the scene about 3pm. The pedestrian was transported to hospital, however they sadly died a short time later. A scene examination has taken place and enquiries … Read more

Man charged after woman’s death, Papatoetoe

Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Michael Hayward, Counties Manukau West Manager: A 50-year-old man has been charged with assault following the discovery of a woman’s body in Papatoetoe yesterday. Police were called to an Ashlynne Avenue address on Saturday about 10.30am. Police are continuing to make enquiries, with a scene examination … Read more

Police appeal for help to find people responsible for sea lion shooting

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Sergeant Tony Woodbridge of Waitaki Police: Ōamaru Police are eager to hear from the community to help identify those responsible for senseless acts of cruelty against wildlife. Police were notified by the Department of Conservation (DOC) that three endangered sea lions were shot at the mouth of the … Read more

Insurance Sector – Insurance accessibility key as Government reviews natural hazards levy

Source: Insurance Council of NZ Keeping insurance accessible is a key consideration as the Government reviews the Natural Hazards Commission (NHC) levy amid ongoing cost-of-living pressures for Kiwis. A survey commissioned by the Insurance Council of New Zealand | Te Kāhui Inihua o Aotearoa (ICNZ) found New Zealanders are torn on paying more to ensure the … Read more

Employment – BusinessNZ welcomes new seasonal and global workforce visas

Source: BusinessNZ BusinessNZ has welcomed today’s announcement by Immigration Minister Erica Stanford introducing two new seasonal visa pathways – the Global Workforce Seasonal Visa and the Peak Seasonal Visa – as a pragmatic step to better match immigration settings with business needs. BusinessNZ Chief Executive Katherine Rich says the new visa categories are a smart evolution … Read more

Advocacy – New Zealand urged to follow German lead and end military support for Israel – PSNZ

Source: Palestinian Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) PSNA is urging the government to follow Germany’s lead and suspend New Zealand military support for Israel to continue its mass killing and mass starvation of Palestinians in Gaza. Germany and New Zealand were two of the countries to sign a letter yesterday condemning Israel’s plans to extend its … Read more

Sudden death, Tamaki Drive, Parnell

Source: New Zealand Police A man has died after being pulled from the water on Tamaki Drive, Parnell, this afternoon. Emergency services were notified about 3.35pm that the man had gone into the water from a boat at the marina. Sadly, he was not able to be revived, and died at the scene. His death … Read more

Crash blocking Pembroke Road, Egmont National Park

Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services have been called to Pembroke Road, Egmont National Park, after a report of several vehicles sliding on ice and coming off the road. There are no indications of any injuries, however the road is currently extremely icy and will be closed. Motorists should avoid the area if possible. ENDS … Read more

Two new seasonal work visas to grow economy

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is introducing two new seasonal visa pathways to help New Zealand businesses access the workers they need during peak periods, while also prioritising jobs for New Zealanders.  “We know the success of our seasonal industries is critical to growing the economy. These new visas will make it easier for … Read more

Jurassic World: The Experience, A New Immersive Walk-Through Experience Opens In Bangkok At Asiatique The Riverfront Destination

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 August 2025 – Jurassic World: The Experience has officially opened its gates at Asiatique The Riverfront Destination to explorers who have been eagerly awaiting their first opportunity to step foot inside Jurassic World and get closer to life-sized dinosaurs than ever before. Asset World … Read more

Serious crash, Broadlands

Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are attending a serious single-vehicle crash on Broadlands Road, between Ohaaki and Allen Roads, Rotorua.  Police were alerted about 5.55pm.  Initial indications are there have been serious injuries.  The road will be closed, with diversions in place. Motorists should avoid the area if possible. ENDS  Issued by Police Media … Read more

PM Luxon concludes successful Aus-NZ meeting

Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has met his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese today in Queenstown. “It’s an absolute pleasure to welcome my great mate Anthony to the jewel in the crown of New Zealand’s scenic beauty. I’m looking forward to spending more time with him and Jodie, enjoying the best Queenstown has … Read more

HK-listed IVD Medical Invests HK$149M in Ethereum through HashKey Exchange

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 August 2025 – HashKey Exchange, Hong Kong’s largest * licensed virtual asset trading platform, has entered into a strategic partnership with IVD Medical Holdings Limited (1931.HK), a publicly listed company on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. The two parties will collaborate to advance … Read more

Fatal crash, SH 23, Whatawhata

Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died in the crash on State Highway 23 near Whatawhata this morning. Emergency services were called to the scene after a car crashed into a tree near Ferguson Road around 9.10 am. Two other people have serious injuries, and one person has a minor injury. … Read more

Minister launches mental health campaign

Source: New Zealand Government Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey today announced a national promotion campaign focused on getting Kiwis to Top Up with everyday actions that promote better mental health. “The Top Up campaign uses the evidence-based 5 Ways to Wellbeing because we know it makes a difference in the lives of many New Zealanders. … Read more

Serious crash, SH 23, Whatawhata

Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 23 in Whatawhata is closed following a serious crash. The single-vehicle crashed happened about 9:10am, near the intersection with Ferguson Road. Indication are there are serious to critical injuries involved. The highway will be closed while emergency services work at the scene. ENDS MIL OSI

More cancer patients in Taupō getting treatment closer to home

Source: New Zealand Government More cancer patients in the Taupō region can now receive treatment closer to home, following an expansion of chemotherapy services at Taupō Hospital, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “For the first time in over 20 years, Taupō Hospital’s chemotherapy clinic has doubled its operating days and now runs two days a … Read more

DXP Ngā Kete

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 26 November 2024 Last updated 26 November 2024 Print Share This page explains what DXP Ngā Kete is, what it is used for, when you should use it and how to access it. User guides, instructional videos and other resources are available in the User Guides section of DXP … Read more

Eligibility – Equity Fund

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 23 February 2024 Last updated 23 February 2024 Print Share This page sets out the eligibility criteria for receiving funding from the Equity Fund. This page sets out the eligibility criteria for receiving funding from the Equity Fund. For the full eligibility requirements, see the Equity funding conditions at … Read more

First-year Fees Free

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 31 October 2024 Last updated 31 October 2024 Print Share The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) administers the first-year Fees Free Tertiary Education and Training (Fees Free) policy. The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) administers the first-year Fees Free Tertiary Education and Training (Fees Free) policy. The Government has announced that … Read more