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Weather News – Covering period of Monday 11th – Thursday 14th August Between a ridge and a low place Key points:– Cold southerly winds grip the country, keeping temperatures brisk all week.– Widespread frosts expected for most inland and southern areas.– Persistent low cloud and showers for eastern regions, clearing by midweek. After a … Read more
Source: BusinessNZ On 9 August the Prime Minister of New Zealand, The Right Honourable Christopher Luxon, and the Prime Minister of Australia, The Honourable Anthony Albanese MP, held a productive roundtable dialogue with leading business executives at the Australia-New Zealand Leaders’ Meeting (ANZLM) in Queenstown. The high-level discussion was facilitated by the Australia New Zealand Leadership … Read more
Source: Rata Foundation A groundbreaking programme developed by Terra Nova and Rātā Foundation is delivering measurable climate action results for the not-for-profit sector, with participating organisations reducing their emissions intensity by 28% per dollar spent. The Earth+ Resilience and Emissions Reduction programme has been designed to support not-for-profit organisations to reduce their carbon emissions and improve … Read more
Source: The Co-operative Bank The Co-operative Bank has announced a major investment in its future, selecting UK-based 10x Banking, a leading customer-centric core banking provider, to lead the replacement of its core banking system. Like The Co-operative Bank, 10x Banking is built around a customer-first philosophy, making them a strong strategic fit for such a … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The number of people in Northland waiting for their first heart specialist assessment (FSA) has dropped significantly, with the waitlist decreasing by 36 percent since November 2023, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Heart disease remains one of New Zealand’s biggest health challenges. Ensuring patients are seen promptly is vital to detecting … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Fewer Waikato patients are waiting for critical heart and lung surgery, with the number of people on the cardiothoracic treatment waitlist dropping by 70 per cent since November 2023, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Heart and lung conditions can be life-threatening if left untreated, so it is fantastic news that more … Read more
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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