Gas data proves Government correct to act now

Source: New Zealand Government New figures released today showing a decline in New Zealand’s gas reserves is a stark reminder why the Government is taking decisive action to bolster the industry and seek more investment in exploration and production, Resources Minister Shane Jones says. “New Zealand needs a secure supply of affordable and reliable gas … Read more

Stats NZ information release: Value of building work put in place: March 2025 quarter

Value of building work put in place: March 2025 quarter – information release 5 June 2025 Value of building work statistics estimate the value and volume of work put in place on construction jobs in New Zealand. Key factsIn the March 2025 quarter: the seasonally adjusted total building volume was flat compared with the December 2024 … Read more

Advice seen by Minister(s)

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Date Reference Number Title 19 December 2019 AM/19/01484 Aide-Memoir: Discussion paper: establishing a CoVE specialising in Secondary Tertiary Programmes, Multiple Pathways and Transitions (PDF 1.4 MB)  5 December 2019 B/19/01460 Funding Agreement between the Crown and Lincoln University (PDF 1.3 MB)  3 December 2019 1210568 Education Report: High-level decisions on the … Read more

Consultations

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 5 June 2025 Last updated 5 June 2025 Print Share From time to time, we review policies, strategies and work programmes to ensure tertiary education remains relevant and of high quality. From time to time, we review policies, strategies and work programmes to ensure tertiary education remains relevant and of high quality. As … Read more

Providing information and advice

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 5 June 2025 Last updated 5 June 2025 Print Share We provide information and advice to the Government and the responsible Minister(s). We also provide information and advice to tertiary education organisations (TEOs), other government agencies and external stakeholders. We provide information and advice to the Government and the … Read more

How we work

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 5 June 2025 Last updated 5 June 2025 Print Share We invest government funding in tertiary education organisations (TEOs), monitor their performance, and provide information and advice. We invest over $3.8 billion into tertiary education and the careers system each year.  We invest government funding in tertiary education organisations (TEOs), monitor … Read more

Vulnerable Missing Person

Source: New Zealand Police Police in Christchurch are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a vulnerable missing person. 79-year old Elisabeth went missing last night with a confirmed sighting on Bartlett Street, Riccarton. There are also unconfirmed reports of Elisabeth being seen in Moana Vale at around 10am on 5 June. Elisabeth is wearing blue … Read more

Fifth year in a row of equal gender representation on public sector boards

Source: New Zealand Government For the fifth consecutive year, women’s representation on public sector boards and committees has reached 50 percent or above, with women now holding 52.1 percent of public sector board roles, Minister for Women Nicola Grigg says. Ms Grigg announced the results of the 2024 stocktake of gender and ethnic diversity on … Read more

Refreshed strategy released to tackle gambling harm

Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey today announced that the Government has released the refreshed Strategy to Prevent and Minimise Gambling Harm. “The updated strategy includes a targeted investment of over $81 million to improve access to support, strengthen prevention and early intervention and reduce the impact of gambling-related harm across … Read more

Seal Silly Season: Help Us Keep Young seals safe

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Yep, they’re back and turning up in the weirdest places.From footpaths to paddocks, suburban driveways to the occasional KFC carpark, young kekeno (New Zealand fur seals) are once again on the move. And as winter settles in, we’re entering peak Seal Silly Season—when juvenile fur seals begin exploring the world … Read more

Parliament Hansard Report – Wednesday, 4 June 2025 (continued on Thursday, 5 June 2025) – Volume 784 – 001501

Source: New Zealand Parliament Dr LAWRENCE XU-NAN (Green): Thank you, Madam Chair. We understand what the purpose is, because we had a discussion about this last night. But just following on from the previous speaker, the Hon Damien O’Connor, who was the previous trade Minister—and he captured it quite nicely—we already have a number of … Read more

Parliament Hansard Report – Invest New Zealand Bill — In Committee—Clauses 1 and 2 – 001500

Source: New Zealand Parliament Dr LAWRENCE XU-NAN (Green): Thank you, Madam Chair. We understand what the purpose is, because we had a discussion about this last night. But just following on from the previous speaker, the Hon Damien O’Connor, who was the previous trade Minister—and he captured it quite nicely—we already have a number of … Read more

New Zealand to host consultations on Bougainville at Burnham

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand will host post-referendum talks between the Government of Papua New Guinea and the Autonomous Bougainville Government next week, Foreign Minister Winston Peters has announced.   The ‘Burnham Consultations’ will be held at Burnham Military Camp at the request of Sir Jerry Mateparae, as independent moderator. The discussions will be led by Sir Jerry … Read more

Aroha in action: generations share mahi and vision at 2025 Symposium

Source: Auckland Council Aroha for the Manukau Harbour was on display at the highly successful 2025 Manukau Harbour Symposium, hosted by the Manukau Harbour Forum in Green Bay over Kings Birthday weekend. More than 30 speakers – from rangatahi to specialist experts, mana whenua, scientists, conservation advocates, volunteers, Watercare and Auckland Council staff and elected … Read more

Statement from the family of Liam Hockings

Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to the family of Liam Hockings: As a family, we are still coming to terms with the devastating loss of Liam, who tragically lost his life in the Loafers Lodge fire. He would have turned 53, just a few days ago. Liam was much loved – an intelligent, caring, and … Read more

Manslaughter charges for three people related to the Loafers Lodge fatal fire

Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Detective Senior Sergeant Timothy Leitch – Wellington Area Investigations Manager: Today, Police have charged three people with manslaughter in relation to the fatal fire at Loafers Lodge on 16 May 2023. Two men aged 75 and 58, and a 70-year-old woman will appear in the Wellington District Court later … Read more

Time’s up for anti-farmer activism – ACT welcomes Fish & Game reforms

Source: ACT Party ACT’s Agriculture spokesperson Mark Cameron has welcomed long overdue reforms to Fish & Game New Zealand, saying the days of licence fees being weaponised against farmers are finally coming to an end. “For too long, Fish & Game has acted like a rogue lobby group by using hunters’ and anglers’ fees to … Read more

Road Closure – St Johns, Auckland

Source: New Zealand Police District: Auckland City Due to a motor vehicle crash, St Johns Road, Auckland is closed between College Road and Felton Matthews Road. The road will be closed for at least 2 hours while Police enquiries into the crash occur. ENDS   MIL OSI

Disability Taskforce extended as Budget funding boosts system

Source: New Zealand Government The Disability Support Services Taskforce will be extended for a year to continue its progress in stabilising the disability support system and shaping it for the future. Minister for Disability Issues Louise Upston says the Taskforce has been extended to 30 June 2026, with its work further enhanced by a billion-dollar … Read more

University Research – Otago researchers help unlock ancient migration secrets

Source: University of Otago – Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka University of Otago – Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka researchers have helped bring clarity to the great migration of early Pacific pioneers, considered to be ancestors of many Pacific people including Māori. In a new study published in Nature Ecology and Evolution, a group of international researchers involving several … Read more

Powrsuit Founders Wow at Soda’s Women in Business Expo

Source: Soda Inc. More than 150 female entrepreneurs and business owners attended Soda’s Women in Business Expo last week with guest speakers – Hatch and Powrsuit founders, Kristen Lunman and Natalie Ferguson – sharing insights around fear, failure and the importance of mindset. Sponsored by Deloitte, the expo was an opportunity for female business owners and … Read more

Federated Farmers – Save our sheep billboards hit Wellington

Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers have taken the fight for the future of New Zealand sheep farming to the streets of Wellington, with bold digital billboards visible directly from Ministers’ Beehive offices. The message to politicians is clear and concise: sheep are not the problem – stop planting productive farmland in pine trees for carbon credits. … Read more

Open Polytechnic connection blooms at the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show

Source: Open Polytechnic Open Polytechnic was well represented at the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show 2025 recently, by Megan Parker, Academic Staff Member in floristry for the distance learning organisation, along with former horticulture graduate and well-known landscape designer Bayley LuuTomes. While Megan, who was head judge, enjoyed working alongside various inspiring floral designers on … Read more

Northland News – Follow kauri dieback hygiene protocols, NRC urges

Source: Northland Regional Council Visitors and locals in Northland are being urged to follow simple hygiene protocols to protect the region’s iconic native forests from kauri dieback. Jack Craw, chair of the Northland Regional Council’s Biosecurity and Biodiversity Working Party, says kauri dieback remains one of the most significant threats to native forests. Councillor Craw was … Read more

Fish & Game reforms to modernise organisation

Source: New Zealand Government Reforms to modernise and strengthen Fish & Game New Zealand will improve the national management of hunting and fishing resources and advocacy, while maintaining local control over local fishing and hunting rules, Hunting and Fishing Minister James Meager has announced.  “I want to make it as easy as possible for Kiwis … Read more

Road Closure, State Highway 1, Cambridge

Source: New Zealand Police The north bound carriage way of State Highway 1, south of Cambridge is closed. A vehicle crash has ocurred and is blocking the north bound carriageway. The road closure is expected to last for at least 45 minutes, until the road is cleared of vehicles and debris. ENDS MIL OSI

Road Closure SH2 (Matawai Road) Gisborne to Opotiki

Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 2, Matawai Road, between Gisborne (from the intersection with Back Ormond Road) and Opotiki has been closed. Multiple slips along the length of the road will need to be cleared. Roading crews have been deployed to assess and clear the obstructions. There is no time scale available for this … Read more