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Source: New Zealand Government Construction has begun on the State Highway 2 (SH2) Melling Transport Improvements Road of Regional Significance that will create a safer, more resilient and accessible transport system in Lower Hutt, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “Turning the sod on the Melling Interchange is a huge step forward for a project that … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters is travelling to New York this weekend to attend the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly. “The 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations is an important moment for reflection about the state of the international, rules-based system that New Zealand has long … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 19 September 2025 The new public recreation area includes 22 km of tracks to and within part of the previously closed and rehabilitated OceanaGold Globe Progress mine site just outside of Reefton. The Globe Hill Track and Globe Progress Mine tracks and visitor facilities, including a shelter, interpretation panels telling … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Up to $300,000 of contestable funding is now available to support community events celebrating our national day and commemorating the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi, Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “The Commemorating Waitangi Day Fund supports community groups as they reflect on our shared history and the contributions … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has today announced that the contract for the construction of Dunedin Hospital’s new inpatient building has been signed with CPB Contractors Limited. “Delivering this inpatient building is a key priority for the Government. In January this year, I gave the people of Dunedin certainty that it would … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police are working to locate Junior Israel Nelson, who has a warrant for his arrest and is wanted by Police. Nelson, 53, is wanted in relation to burglary and retail offending and is believed to be in the wider Auckland or Northland regions. If you have seen Nelson or have any … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Senior Sergeant Andrew Knox, Eastern Area Response Manager: Police are aware of a planned gathering of gang members in Waipawa on Sunday and Monday. As is standard with these events, Police have been proactively engaging with the organisers to ensure activity remains lawful and public disruption is minimalised. Police … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The 132nd anniversary of Suffrage Day is a tribute to all those who have contributed to New Zealand’s progress for women and girls, Minister for Women Nicola Grigg says. “New Zealand can be very proud of what we have achieved, and we should all celebrate and honour the suffrage legacy, 132 years … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston will travel to China on Monday to lead an industry delegation on a tourism-focused trade mission. The delegation will travel to Shanghai, Guangzhou and Beijing to meet with Chinese airlines, e-commerce platforms and tourism industry professionals. “The mission will promote New Zealand’s tourism sector, meet … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation It’s that magical time again when feathers fly, memes hatch, and suddenly everyone you know is a part-time ornithologist. Yes, it’s Bird of the Year season. In the space of a week, your mate who couldn’t tell a kererū from a chicken is suddenly dropping lines like: “Actually, the black … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2025 – Hong Kong’s Chief Executive, John Lee, in his 2025 Policy Address announced yesterday (September 17) set out a range of measures to diversify Hong Kong’s economy and reinforce the city’s status as an international hub for business, investment and new … Read more
Source: Media Outreach With prize money of one million euros, it is one of the most highly endowed medical awards in the world Awarded for groundbreaking pioneering work in cancer therapy using CAR-T cells Award Ceremony with Hessian Prime Minister Boris Rhein GIESSEN, GERMANY – Newsaktuell – 18 September 2025. – The jury of the … Read more
Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 24 seconds ago EIT Bachelor of Viticulture and Wine Science graduate and valedictorian Anna Kelland has been named the 2025 Young Viticulturist of the Year. Anna, who works as a Viticulture Technician for Constellation Brands in Marlborough, took out the prestigious national title after winning the Marlborough regional competition for … Read more
Source: Media Outreach DUBAI, UAE – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2025 – VinFast has officially announced a strategic partnership with the Arabian Automobile Association (AAA), a leading provider of vehicle support services in the Middle East, to launch comprehensive roadside assistance for VinFast customers across six countries: the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand GDP decreases 0.9 percent in the June 2025 quarter 18 September 2025 New Zealand’s gross domestic product (GDP) fell 0.9 percent in the June 2025 quarter, following a 0.9 percent increase in the March 2025 quarter, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. Activity decreased in the June 2025 quarter … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2025 – Supported by the Singapore Tourism Board and jointly presented with Resorts World Sentosa, the inaugural Bubbling & Boiling Music and Arts Festival · Singapore concluded with resounding success over the weekend. The two-day festival brought together artists from China, Singapore, Korea, the … Read more
Source: Tax Justice Aotearoa (TJA) Tax Justice Aotearoa (TJA) and the Better Taxes for a Better Future Campaign is calling on the Labour Party to go for the best, most comprehensive version of a tax on the income from capital gains (CGT), as an essential part of a better tax system. “Tax Justice Aotearoa (TJA), … Read more
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s (RBNZ) 18 September 2025 – A new member of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s (RBNZ) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), Hayley Gourley has been appointed by the Minister of Finance Nicola Willis on the recommendation of the RBNZ Board. The MPC is responsible for the monetary policy decisions needed … Read more
Source: Palestinian Solidarity Network Australia (PSNA) PSNA is renewing demands that New Zealand end its military support for Israel in response to today’s findings by an independent UN commission that Israel is conducting genocide in Gaza. As well as demanding Israel cease its mass killing and mass starvation in Gaza, the commission is … Read more
Source: Palestinian Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) Late this afternoon PSNA sent this self-explanatory letter to the Prime Minister. Letter sent to Prime Minister Rt Hon Christopher Luxon Prime Minister Parliament Buildings Wellington. Kia ora Mr Luxon, Appeal for New Zealand to demand International Humanitarian Law protection for Gaza-bound aid flotilla … Read more
Source: Association of Salaried Medical Specialists To be attributed to ASMS Executive Director Sarah Dalton: Health New Zealand failed to resolve its long-running pay dispute with the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists by failing to turn up with any meaningful improvement on its offer. ASMS made it clear that the strike notice would not be lifted … Read more
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand welcomed 25 new career firefighters at a graduation ceremony in Rotorua today. Whānau and friends gathered at Fire and Emergency’s National Training Centre (NTC) to watch their loved ones demonstrate the skills learnt during the 12-week recruit course. These skills include fighting fires, extricating trapped … Read more
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand The large vegetation fire which has been burning at Southbridge in Selwyn, Canterbury since yesterday afternoon is now contained. Incident Controller Lou Ander says most firefighting crews have been stood down with some heavy machinery work continuing to turn over remaining hotspots. ‘All roads are now open again, and I … Read more
Source: NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi Economist Craig Renney is saying that new GDP data released by Statistics New Zealand demonstrates the scale of the problems in the economy, and the desperate need for economic policy change. “The economy fell 0.9% last quarter. The Reserve Bank forecast a 0.3% fall, and the Treasury … Read more
Source: PSA New data shows flexible work was never the issue the Government claimed Today’s data from the Public Service Commission exposes the Government’s working from home directive as a manufactured crisis designed to distract from the real impact of public sector cuts on Wellington and communities across New Zealand. “The Government made a huge song … Read more
Source: MetService Covering period of Thursday 18 September – Monday 22 September The front which brought wet and windy conditions to many overnight will move across the North Island today while a cool, showery southwest flow becomes established over the rest of the country. “The southwest flow over Aotearoa eases tomorrow as a ridge of high … Read more
Source: Brainchild PR realestate.co.nz has been crowned the number one small/micro workplace in New Zealand, according to Great Place to Work.The organisation has been recognised as setting the standard for workplace culture and employee experience in Aotearoa. Earlier this year, realestate.co.nz achieved the official Great Place To Work Certification™ and has now gone one step … Read more