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Source: Greenpeace The latest fisheries bycatch data paints a grim picture, with trawlers hauling up thousands of kilograms of coral and killing hundreds of fur seals and seabirds over a 12 month period. The bycatch deaths include 108 Salvin’s albatross, which are at high risk of extinction. The figures from the Ministry for Primary Industries reveal that from … Read more
Source: BusinessNZ The BusinessNZ Planning Forecast for the June quarter indicates the NZ economy will likely grow at nearly 3% by 2027, however it is facing strong headwinds caused by international and domestic issues. BusinessNZ economist John Pask says the uncertain, rapidly-changing international environment is affecting New Zealand’s trade and economic prospects. “Not just war and threats of … Read more
Source: Porirua City Council Porirua’s commitment to business has meant a busy schedule of activities and events this year. While the sold-out BizFest 2025: Kōpū i te pae – Light up the Horizon will be a great opportunity to learn, network and connect, there are a number of other events in Porirua to help boost businesses. … Read more
Source: Ngāti Pāoa Health Ngāti Pāoa Health and social service, E Tipu E Rea (soon to be Ki Tua o Matariki) has publicly condemned the hate- fuelled actions at a recent Destiny Church protest. Over the weekend, on Saturday 21 June, disturbing scenes unfolded during a protest led by Brian Tāmaki and members of Destiny … Read more
Source: Porirua City Council This year’s Love Local was another popular event, with more than 100 local businesses filling Te Rauparaha Arena to sell their products and promote their services. A big congratulations to the team at 4Paws Empire for taking out the People’s Choice Award for best booth or truck. The Mushroom House and Poi … Read more
Source: National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) A Natural Hazards Resilience Partnership has been signed today to enhance New Zealand’s response to and recovery from natural disasters. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), the Natural Hazards Commission Toka Tū Ake (NHC), and the Insurance Council of New Zealand Te Kāhui Inihua o Aotearoa (ICNZ) have formed the Natural … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Acting Superintendent Lincoln Sycamore, Eastern District Commander: Police will be closely monitoring the movements of those travelling from Napier through to Hastings for a funeral tomorrow morning around 9am. Motorists can expect to see a large number of gang members and associates travelling around the region both this … Read more
Source: Media Outreach TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 June 2025 – Solid State Storage Technology Corporation (SSSTC) announces the launch of its SSSTC CVD Series SATA SSDs, specifically engineered for high-frequency, long-duration continuous write applications. Designed to meet the demanding requirements of video recording, surveillance, video production, media streaming, in-vehicle recording, edge … Read more
Source: Media Outreach The Expo will take place on 10-12 September at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore and will feature new and innovative products, seafood tastings, culinary demonstrations, networking opportunities, educational conference sessions and more. Last year’s expo brought more than 4,530 seafood professionals from 80 countries. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Event to showcase next-gen business solutions and expert-led strategies for businesses to enhance efficiency and competitiveness HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 June 2025 – Canon today announced the return of ‘THINK BIG’ Event Series in Hong Kong, ‘THINK BIG: Automate. Optimize. Innovate.’ The second edition of this highly … Read more
Source: Whitireia and WelTec Since its inception in 2002, the Whitireia Foundation has awarded scholarships to nearly 900 ākonga (students), supporting their journeys through tertiary study and into careers that make a meaningful impact in their communities. From nursing and paramedicine to construction, hospitality, IT and more, the Foundation’s impact spans a wide range of industries. … Read more
Source: Royal NZ College of General Practitioners Health Minister Hon Simeon Brown’s funding announcement prioritising patients’ health and recognising the crucial role of our specialist general practice workforce has been welcomed by The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners. College President Dr Samantha Murton says, “Healthcare starts, and often MIL OSI
Source: SAFE For Animals SAFE has been made aware of apparent dairy farm workers who are producing video content of a sexual nature directly involving cows at a New Zealand dairy farm for their social media platforms Instagram and Only Fans. It is deeply concerning to see mother cows who are already being exploited for their … Read more
Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation Increases in primary care funding announced today must be passed onto nurses to fix chronic staff shortages so New Zealanders can get in to see health care professionals faster, the Nurses Organisation Tōputanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa (NZNO) says. The Government funds GP clinics based on the number of enrolled patients … Read more
Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers is calling on the Revenue Minister to rule out yet another tax, this time a controversial Inland Revenue proposal hitting the not-for-profit sector. Under the proposal, organisations like Federated Farmers would be taxed on their membership subscription income for the first time. “We’re calling on Simon Watts to move quickly and … Read more
Source: Choose Clean Water – Tom Kay Stats NZ’s latest groundwater reporting shows New Zealanders are already at risk from contaminated drinking water sources and highlights the threat to the public should the Government continue with its proposals to weaken policy that protects freshwater, says campaign group Choose Clean Water. “The Government is consulting on … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 3, Ōhaupō is closed at the intersection with West Road following a crash. The three-vehicle crash happened at about 12:10pm. No serious injuries have been reported. Diversions are in place via Forkert Road (northbound) and Kaipaki Road (southbound). Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. ENDS … Read more
Source: NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi The commitment at the 113th International Labour Organization conference to develop a binding Convention for securing decent work in the platform economy shows how disconnected and out of touch the New Zealand government is when it comes to employment rights. “This decision is a huge step towards establishing internationally recognised … Read more
Source: NZCTU The commitment at the 113th International Labour Organization conference to develop a binding Convention for securing decent work in the platform economy shows how disconnected and out of touch the New Zealand government is when it comes to employment rights. “This decision is a huge step towards establishing internationally recognised labour rights for … Read more
1 in 10 young adults are LGBTIQ+ – media release 24 June 2025 The LGBTIQ+ population is comparatively young, with 1 in 10 people aged 15 to 29 years being LGBTIQ+ (10.2 percent) in the 2023 Census, compared with 1 in 20 adults in the overall adult population (4.9 percent), according to a report released by … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Senior Sergeant Lee Underhill, Wellington CIB An investigation is underway following the discovery of human remains at an address in Ōwhiro Bay on Sunday (22 June). On Monday afternoon a Police team were in the area after a homeowner located remains in his garden. The remains have … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has held high-level talks with European Union leaders in Brussels, to underline the close ties between New Zealand and the EU. “The European Union is one of New Zealand’s most trusted partners,” Mr Luxon says. “This is something that was emphasised in my meetings with both EU Commission President … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Transport Minister James Meager has confirmed an additional $76.7 million for New Zealand Search and Rescue over three years, to ensure 12 organisations can continue their lifesaving operations. Additionally, the Government has announced an investment of $624,000 over the same period, to help maintain and improve recreational aviation safety across … Read more
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Can you please explain the different groups involved in the changes? ISBsIndustry Skills Boards Industry Skills Boards are new entities that will be established formally from 1 January 2026. They have a core role of standard setting for vocational education across their allocated sectors. They will also work to share the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey has welcomed prescribing changes that will enable GPs and nurse practitioners to diagnose and treat adults with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). “I applaud Pharmac and Medsafe’s decision to widen prescribing rules for ADHD medicines from next February, this decision will give New Zealanders faster access … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is recognising Matariki at the official ceremony near Ohakune today, Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Paul Goldsmith and Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka say. “We are honoured to be guests of Ngāti Rangi for this traditional hautapu ceremony,” Mr Goldsmith says. “This is the fourth national Matariki broadcast but … Read more
Source: PHARMAC From February 2026, general practitioners (GPs) and nurse practitioners will be able to start medical treatment for adults with ADHD, following decisions by Medsafe and Pharmac. This is a change to the current system, under which GPs and nurse practitioners can only prescribe ADHD stimulant medicines to patients on a written recommendation from … Read more