Stats NZ information release: Overseas merchandise trade: May 2025

Overseas merchandise trade: May 2025 – information release 25 June 2025 Overseas merchandise trade statistics provide information on imports and exports of merchandise goods between New Zealand and other countries. Key factsThis release refers to trade in goods only. In May 2025, compared with May 2024: goods exports rose by $676 million (9.7 percent), to $7.7 … Read more

Stats NZ information release: National labour force projections: 2024(base)–2078

National labour force projections: 2024(base)–2078 – information release 25 June 2025 National labour force projections indicate the future size and age-sex structure of the labour force usually living in New Zealand based on assumptions about labour force participation and average hours worked, and current policy settings. Key factsNational labour force projections indicate the future size and … Read more

Tech and Business – Fibre broadband extension a priority for business

Source: BusinessNZ BusinessNZ supports the Infrastructure Commission’s endorsement for extending fibre broadband to more areas of New Zealand. A proposal by Chorus to gain government backing for expanding fibre broadband from 87% to 95% of households and businesses has been endorsed by the Infrastructure Commission as a national priority. BusinessNZ Advocacy Director Catherine Beard says Chorus’ … Read more

Culture – Ice skaters and Korean intergenerational storytelling: Ngā Kōrero Tuku Iho funding recipients 2025

Source: Ministry for Culture and Heritage “I am delighted to announce this year’s Ngā Kōrero Tuku Iho Piki Ake! Kake Ake! recipients,” says Leauanae Laulu Mac Leauanae, Secretary for Culture and Heritage. 12 grants totalling $101,075.00 are being awarded for this round of Ngā Kōrero Tuku Iho New Zealand Oral History Grants. “This year was a … Read more

MEDIA ADVISORY: Recruit wing graduation tomorrow Thursday 26 June

Source: New Zealand Police Media are invited to the 385 Glenda Hughes Police recruit wing graduation. What:   Graduation of the New Zealand Police Glenda Hughes 385 Recruit Wing.Who:   For families and friends to celebrate with the newly attested Police officers.Why:   Completion and graduation from their initial training course.Where:  Te Rauparaha Arena, 17 Parumoana Street, Porirua.When:  … Read more

Workplace literacy and numeracy funding

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Workplace Literacy and Numeracy Fund The Workplace Literacy and Numeracy Fund supports training programmes of 25 to 80 hours that are delivered to employed people, often on-site in the workplace. The programmes are tailored to meet the needs of employees and their employers.  The programmes are offered in two ways: training provider-led … Read more

Employer-led Workplace Literacy and Numeracy Fund

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 8 November 2024 Last updated 8 November 2024 Print Share Employer-led Workplace Literacy and Numeracy (EWLN) Fund funding supports the delivery of literacy and numeracy programmes for employees to increase their literacy and numeracy skills, and to contribute to workplace productivity. Employer-led Workplace Literacy and Numeracy (EWLN) Fund funding … Read more

SDR transition to DXP Ngā Kete

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 25 June 2025 Last updated 25 June 2025 Print Share This page contains information about the transition to DXP Ngā Kete.  This page contains information about the transition to DXP Ngā Kete.  SDR full transition The Single Data Return (SDR) – and registers – transition to DXP Ngā Kete … Read more

Infrastructure Plan – Have your say on 30-year plan for NZ’s infrastructure investment

Source: New Zealand Infrastructure Commission The New Zealand Infrastructure Commission, Te Waihanga, has revealed its first look at how New Zealand needs to invest to get the roads, hospitals, schools and other infrastructure we will rely on to live and thrive over the next 30 years. The Commission’s draft National Infrastructure Plan looks at the infrastructure … Read more

Northland News – 3.54% rates rise adopted

Source: Northland Regional Council Northland Regional Council rates will rise 3.54 percent for the 2025/26 financial year – considerably less than a 5.79% increase previously forecast – under an Annual Plan adopted by councillors recently. Council Chair Geoff Crawford says the increase – which accounts to an increase of $19.19c per rates bill on average over … Read more

Environment – Damning new groundwater figures reveal growing drinking water crisis – Greenpeace

Source: Greenpeace New data published yesterday by StatsNZ shows about half of groundwater monitoring sites had contamination that exceeded maximum health limits for New Zealand at least once between April 2019 and March 2024. Over that period, 45.1% of sites exceeded the maximum acceptable level for E. coli, and 12.4% for nitrate – a contaminant linked to … Read more

Indonesia: Police must release 75 people arrested in discriminatory raid on ‘gay party’ – Amnesty International

Source: Amnesty International Responding to the arrest of 75 people in a raid on a gathering described by police as a “gay party” in the Indonesian city of Bogor, near the capital city of Jakarta, Amnesty International Indonesia’s Deputy Director Wirya Adiwena said: “This discriminatory raid on a privately rented villa is a blatant violation … Read more

Minister welcomes launch of draft National Infrastructure Plan

Source: New Zealand Government Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop encourages New Zealanders to have their say on the draft National Infrastructure Plan released today by the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission.  “Improving the way we plan, fund, maintain and build our infrastructure is critical to boosting economic growth and increasing productivity and living standards, and so the … Read more

Ideology and Politics – Food quality and safety will suffer if meat inspection service is privatised as Govt proposes – PSA

Source: PSA The Government wants to privatise its high-quality meat inspection service ignoring the impact it will have on food quality and safety in announcements being made to meat inspectors. The Ministry for Primary Industries is proposing to allow meat processing companies to carry out more of their own meat inspection work with reduced oversight from AsureQuality, … Read more

Christchurch burglaries overnight

Source: New Zealand Police Two burglaries occurred in central Christchurch in the early hours of Wednesday morning. At about 2.10am an alarm activated at a Withells Road, Avonhead address, then shortly after at the Kwik Kiwi Diner, on Parkhouse Road, Wigram. During the attempt to break into Withells Road), the would-be burglars activated the fog … Read more

Waikato Police thank motorists who helped locate a dangerous fleeing driver

Source: New Zealand Police Police used 111 calls to track a fleeing driver, who was arrested after allegedly crashing into two innocent motorists at Ōhaupō yesterday. Inspector Hywel Jones, Waikato Acting District Commander praised the multiple people who called 111 to report a vehicle’s dangerous driving. “Those members of the public not only helped us … Read more

Annual Maritime and Oil Pollution Levies collection

Source: Maritime New Zealand The annual Maritime and Oil Pollution Levies for the year 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2026 will be invoiced in late July 2025. Make sure your contact details are up to date Domestic commercial operators of applicable vessels can expect to receive their annual levy invoices via email or post … Read more

Crash, north bound lane of Woburn Road closed

Source: New Zealand Police The northbound lane of Wobern Road, Lower Hutt is closed after a car has rolled. At about 7.30am emergency services were notified. Injuries are unknown. The carriage way is currently closed with diversions using Myrtle Street. Drivers are advised to avoid the area and be patient in the area due to … Read more

The 3rd Wave Music Awards Conclude Successfully in Beijing, Highlighting Quality Creation and Revealing 35 Honors

Source: Media Outreach BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 June 2025 – On June 19, the 3rd Wave Music Awards – Honor Ceremony concluded splendidly at the Beijing Performing Arts Center. Initiated by the Wave Music Committee and hosetd by the Tencent Music Entertainment Group (TME), this year’s Awards upheld the principle of … Read more

Linyi to explore business opportunities at RCEP expo

Source: Media Outreach LINYI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 June 2025 – The 4th RCEP (Shandong) Import Expo will be held in Linyi, Shandong, from June 27 to 29. This year’s event focuses on high-quality imported goods and trade connections, with over 300 enterprises participating, emphasizing elements unique to Linyi. As one of … Read more

Enjoy ‘A Summer More Colorful at Galaxy Macau’ with Playful Parties, Thrilling Live Shows, and more!

Source: Media Outreach A summer of outstanding entertainment awaits at the award-winning integrated resort, from vibrant poolside attractions to unmissable world-class concerts MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 June 2025 – Get ready for a summer you will never forget with ‘A Summer More Colorful at Galaxy Macau’. From now until the mid … Read more

Sun Life celebrates 14 wins at Bloomberg Businessweek Financial Institutions Awards 2025

Source: Media Outreach Crowned prestigious “International Insurance Company of the Year – Excellence Award” and “MPF Provider of the Year (Investment Sector) – Excellence Award” for the first time HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 June 2025 – Sun Life once again demonstrated excellence at the Bloomberg Businessweek Financial Institutions Awards 2025, … Read more

Awards – Federated Farmers emerging and seasoned leaders honoured at 2025 PINZ Awards

Source: Federated Farmers A young Federated Farmers leader building her expertise advocating for the sector, and a man who became a master at it, are among those recognised in the 2025 Primary Industries New Zealand Awards. Federated Farmers Bay of Plenty sharefarmer chair Bridie Virbickas was presented with the Emerging Leader Award, and the late Chris … Read more

KGI: 2025 Mid-Year Market Outlook

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 June 2025 – Today, KGI has released its 2025 Mid-Year Market Outlook. (From left) James Chu, Chairman at KGI Securities Investment Advisory; James Wey, Head of International Wealth Management at KGI; Cusson Leung, Chief Investment Officer at KGI Looking back over the first … Read more

Strengthening integrity of immigration system

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is taking another step to strengthen the fiscal sustainability and integrity of the immigration system following the successful first reading of the Immigration (Fiscal Sustainability and System Integrity) Amendment Bill. “Our immigration system needs to be smart, responsive and flexible to keep pace with the changing geopolitical context.  The … Read more

New Zealand’s ties with Netherlands reaffirmed

Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has met with the Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof, to mark 60 years of diplomatic representation between New Zealand and the Kingdom of the Netherlands. “The Netherlands is one of New Zealand’s oldest and closest friends. Our people share strong bonds, enriched by the 150,000 New Zealanders who have Dutch heritage,” … Read more

Cat Paradise Hotel Launches Cat Sitting Service Amid Rescue Milestone

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 June 2025 – Cat Paradise Singapore has launched a new cat sitting service, now available to the general public. This service provides in-home care by trained professional cat sitters in Singapore, expanding the centre’s support for cat owners who require assistance while away from home. … Read more