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Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Chief Information Officer Matt Winter: Police is releasing a further update on the measures taken since a rapid review of Police information security controls was done in June. Following the review, the Police Executive Leadership Team approved a remediation plan with 26 actions to be implemented over a … Read more
Source: Privacy Commissioner This new rule will come into force on 1 May 2026. The IPP3A requirements only apply to personal information collected from 1 May 2026. On this page: Download the PDF version of this guidance (PDF, 594KB). Use our IPP3A decision flowchart (PDF, 1MB) to help you figure out if you need to … Read more
Source: Privacy Commissioner This exception applies to the Gallery, Library, Archives, and Museum (GLAM) sector. On this page: Download the PDF version of this guidance (PDF, 494KB). Agencies indirectly collecting personal information have an exception from notification if: the collection of the information is for the purpose of determining whether the information is of enduring … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Nelson families will benefit from faster, more modern emergency care with the opening of the expanded Nelson Hospital’s emergency department, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “This marks a major milestone in the emergency department expansion project. With treatment spaces increasing from 23 to 29, Nelsonians will be seen more quickly, and … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Environment Minister Penny Simmonds has acknowledged the contribution of Dr Allan Freeth, following the announcement of his resignation as Chief Executive of the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), effective 30 June 2026. “I would like to acknowledge and thank Dr Allan Freeth for his decade of service as Chief Executive of the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency The morning commute will feel a lot smoother for people travelling on SH25 along the Thames Coast from this Wednesday 5 November. The road will be ready to welcome road trippers and locals alike as it reopens from 5am after a 7-day closure at Boundary Creek. NZ Transport Agency Waka … Read more
Source: Skytree AMSTERDAM, November 4, 2025 – Skytree, a pioneer in direct air capture (DAC) technology, announces its official market entry into New Zealand. The launch, coinciding with the EU-NZ Business Summit, marks a significant step in the nation’s journey towards a circular economy and reinforces the growing partnership between the Netherlands and New Zealand … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government A $1.2 million Government–industry investment through AgriZeroNZ into a breakthrough technology to cut agricultural emissions, reduce farm costs, and boost productivity, has been welcomed by Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis today. The investment supports the development of a wearable device for cows that could reduce nitrous oxide emissions by up to … Read more
Source: Te Hiringa Mahara – Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission Te Hiringa Mahara – Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission, is calling for a cohesive national mental health crisis response system by June 2027. “A highly effective crisis response system is at the heart of mental health and addiction services. When people are in crisis it is … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 04 November 2025 Source: Department of Conservation and American Bird Conservancy A Salvin’s albatross, one of the least studied seabird species in the world, has returned to the wild after it successfully recovered from life-saving surgery that removed four large fishing hooks and the fishing line it ingested off the coast … Read more
Source: Worksafe New Zealand 4 November 2025 Forestry roads nationwide are set to become safer, thanks to a new agreement between WorkSafe New Zealand and one of the country’s largest forest management companies. Forest360 Limited has agreed to fund a range of actions in response to a death on one of its sites. 59-year-old Greg … Read more
Source: ASB ASB is bringing back New Zealand’s most beloved elephant, launching a limited-edition Kashin money box to celebrate 150 years of helping Kiwi kids with their finances. ASB Chief Executive Vittoria Shortt says the bank has a long history of commitment to financial education and wellbeing. Tools like Kashin, alongside ASB’s digital banking features … Read more
Source: PSA More than 11,500 Allied Health workers will today begin voting to work to rule and for a four-hour strike on 28 November after mediation with Health NZ yesterday failed to make progress on a fair pay offer and safe staffing levels. The work to rule in the week before and after the planned strike … Read more
Source: Media Outreach From November 4-30, guests can scoop exclusive giveaways to celebrate Galaxy Macau’s hosting of the table tennis events for the 15th National Games of China. MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 November 2025 – Galaxy Macau™ Integrated Resort (hereinafter “Galaxy Macau”) today announced its ‘Gold, Glory and Galaxy’ lucky draw, … Read more
Media release – Public consultation opens on design of the next census 3 November 2025 Stats NZ is seeking feedback on the proposed data collection and content for the next census. New Zealand is moving to a census model that prioritises the use of information already collected by government, known as administrative (admin) data, supported by … Read more
September home consents climb as trend turns – news story 3 November 2025 There were 3,747 new homes consented in Aotearoa New Zealand in September 2025, up 27 percent compared with September 2024, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. When seasonal effects are excluded, the number of new homes consented in September 2025 rose … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Where beauty met the forbidden, and the night remembered every name. The Night That Redefined Halloween MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 November 2025 – Halloween in Asia had never looked this extraordinary. On October 30, 2025, BXG (Beauty Express Group), the creative powerhouse behind leading beauty brands including Telosin, … Read more
Source: Family First MEDIA RELEASE – 4 November 2025 Family First says that according to official government data, every month on average an unborn child is surviving an attempted abortion but is not being given life-sustaining treatment. These shocking numbers may be well underestimated because some districts couldn’t or wouldn’t provide the data. According to … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 November 2025 – Leading health insurance provider AIA Singapore today announced the launch of “Road to HYROX”, an inspiring multi-episode video series. This compelling video series showcases the transformative power of fitness and community, further solidifying AIA Singapore’s “Healthier, Longer, Better Lives” brand promise and … Read more
Source: Media Outreach The first-ever edition for the Philippines spans Manila, surrounding regions, and Cebu features 108 restaurants in total: 1 Two Stars, 8 One Star, 25 Bib Gourmand, and 74 MICHELIN Selected MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 November 2025 – Michelin proudly unveiled the first-ever restaurant selection for the Philippines with … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police have seized 36 kilograms of cocaine this afternoon, after its discovery stashed inside a container delivered to an Auckland business. An investigation is now underway to locate the criminal syndicate involved in the importation. Detective Senior Sergeant Jason Hunt, from the National Organised Crime Group, says unsuspecting workers made the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has today introduced the Fast-track Approvals Amendment Bill, creating a consenting express lane for new supermarkets. Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis says the Bill creates a new fast-track consent option for new supermarkets that would improve grocery competition. “Our goal is a more competitive grocery market that delivers better … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Drills will be in the ground shortly with investigation work set to begin on one of Wellington’s biggest infrastructure projects. Geotechnical works for the State Highway 1 Wellington Improvements Roads of National Significance (RoNS) project are due to begin from Monday, 10 November, and are scheduled to finish in January … Read more
Source: Environmental Protection Authority An independent panel has granted resource consent, subject to conditions, for the Pahiatua Wind Farm project in Pahiatua in the Tararua District. Pahiatua Wind Limited applied for resource consent under the Natural and Built Environment Act 2023. The project involves the development, operation, and maintenance of a wind farm comprising up to … Read more
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Much of the Hawke’s Bay District will move into a restricted fire season from midday 4 November until further notice. A restricted fire season means a permit is required from Fire and Emergency New Zealand to light a fire in the open air. Areas going into a restricted fire season … Read more
Source: Media Outreach CAN GIO, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 November 2025 – The Can Gio Urban Area Project – Vinhomes Green Paradise – has officiallyapplied to become a Participant in the global “7 Wonders of Future Cities” campaign, launched by the world-renowned New7Wonders organization. By firmly embracing this global initiative, Vinhomes reaffirms … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police have commenced an operation on the Hibiscus Coast into a fire deliberately lit at a cafe over the weekend. It comes as Waitematā North CIB continues to investigate another attempted arson and damage at nearby Ōrewa businesses in recent months. Waitematā North Area Commander Inspector John Thornley says the most … Read more