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Source: New Zealand Police Three offenders will appear in court over an aggravated robbery at a Pukekohe jewellery store last Friday. Counties Manukau Police have been investigating after a group allegedly entered the Michael Hill Jewellers King Street branch at around 5.45pm on 6 June. Detective Inspector Karen Bright, of Counties Manukau CIB, says a … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Forestry Minister Todd McClay today congratulated the winners of the inaugural Growing Native Forests Champions Awards for driving real progress in native forest establishment and land use innovation. “This is what good land management looks like — native forests that support both the environment and the rural economy,” Mr McClay says. … Read more
Source: Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) Businessman Aaron Coupe: was sentenced to 3 years and 9 months for managing companies while prohibited under the Companies Act and concealing property worth more than $1.7 million from the Official Assignee. during his second bankruptcy, breached restrictions and took part in the management of businesses through … Read more
Source: Media Outreach First ‘beacon’ product in more than a decade will support category demand for natural diamonds, while Origin initiative will differentiate De Beers-sourced polished diamonds Rapid delivery of Origins strategy priorities and reinforced commitment to driving demand for natural diamonds LAS VAGAS, US – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 June 2025 – De … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand has extended its commitment the Operation Gallant Phoenix multinational intelligence mission in Jordan, the Government announced today. The deployment of up to 10 New Zealand Defence Force and Police personnel has been extended for two years until June 2027. “This operation is essential to our commitment to a safe … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has today announced funding for the first stage of a major project to upgrade and expand interventional radiology services at Auckland City Hospital. “This project will significantly improve access to radiology services for patients across Auckland and beyond,” Mr Brown says. “A $41.2 million investment will fund … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Motorists heading to Fieldays in Waikato are advised of even more potential traffic disruption. A truck hit an overbridge on Airport Road in Tamahere, near the roundabout, about 10:15am. While the truck has been removed, traffic management is in place while contractors assess the site. Motorists are asked to have patience. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is supporting the expansion of a voluntary credits nature market through the running of pilot projects across New Zealand. Establishing a market that is durable, measurable and transparent will help farmers, landowners, iwi, and conservation groups unlock new income streams for looking after nature on their land, Associate Minister … Read more
Source: Consumer NZ Australian consumer group Choice’s test of household sunscreens has shown 16 out of 20 tested sunscreens didn’t meet their SPF claims. These include products sold in New Zealand, including Banana Boat, Nivea and Neutrogena sunscreens. Consumer NZ research and test writer Belinda Castles says consumers expect sunscreens to protect them. … Read more
Local authority statistics: March 2025 quarter – information release 12 June 2025 Local authority statistics provides information on the performance of core non-trading activities of New Zealand’s territorial and regional councils. Visit our website to read this information release and to download CSV files: MIL OSI
Electronic card transactions: May 2025 – information release 12 June 2025 The electronic card transactions (ECT) series cover debit, credit, and charge card transactions with New Zealand-based merchants. The series can be used to indicate changes in consumer spending and economic activity. Key factsAll figures are seasonally adjusted unless otherwise specified. Values are at the … Read more
Source: PSA The centre providing 24/7 monitoring of geohazards will have to close at times as Government cuts force the centre workforce to be cut to the bone. The National GeoHazard Monitoring Centre, operated by GNS Science, provides round the clock monitoring of potential tsunamis, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and landslides, and was set up after the Kaikoura … Read more
Source: People Against Prisons Aotearoa (PAPA) On Friday, June 13, People Against Prisons Aotearoa (PAPA) is inviting concerned members of the community to a rally outside the Department of Corrections National Office in Pōneke (Wellington), to protest the Coalition Government’s expansion of Waikeria and Christchurch Men’s Prisons. After speeches, there will be a hīkoi to … Read more
Source: Federated Farmers Kāinga Ora’s decision to use wool carpet in its social housing is a massive win for wool growers but won’t be enough to save the industry on its own, Federated Farmers says. “Our wool industry is in major freefall, and this move from Kāinga Ora is the parachute we desperately need,” Federated Farmers … Read more
Source: ACT Party ACT MP Hon Andrew HoggardFederated Farmers Rural Advocacy Hub Speaking Engagement Wednesday 11 June, 11:30 am Good morning, everyone. It’s great to be back, and thank you for the opportunity to speak here today. I’d like to start by acknowledging the significant effort that’s gone into organising this year’s Fieldays Rural Advocacy Hub. These … Read more
Source: ACT Party Responding to legal action from Lawyers for Climate Action NZ, ACT Rural Communities spokesperson Mark Cameron says: “This is a courtroom stunt by climate activists dressed as lawyers. They would sacrifice our rural lifeblood at the altar of climate ideology. “The clear goal of this challenge is to place more restrictions on Kiwi … Read more
Source: ACT Party ACT MP Laura McClure is welcoming changes made at select committee to strengthen the proposed anti-stalking law, but says more must be done to protect New Zealanders from modern forms of digital abuse, particularly sexually explicit deepfakes. “I’m pleased to see the Government respond to public concern about stalking with more robust … Read more
Source: ACT Party Responding to the introduction of legislation to restrict farm-to-forest conversions, ACT Rural Communities spokesperson Mark Cameron says: “The Government is moving to address legitimate concerns in rural communities. Forestry is swallowing up productive farmland because the current system is rigged against those who feed the world,” says Mr Cameron. “Red tape and … Read more
Source: ACT Party ACT Immigration spokesperson Dr Parmjeet Parmar is celebrating the delivery of an ACT coalition commitment in the form of the Parent Boost Visa. “The Parent Boost Visa aligns closely with the policy ACT campaigned on in 2023. I’m proud to see our commitment to a renewable, multi-year parent visa come to life, … Read more
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Have your say New Zealand Food Safety has identified, and is seeking feedback on, 4 broad categories of amendments to the Agricultural Compounds and Veterinary Medicines (Exemptions and Prohibited Substances) Regulations 2011. The proposed changes are intended to: improve accessibility of the regulations create greater certainty and confidence in … Read more
Source: Press Release Service Headline: Legislative Changes Create Major Tax Savings Opportunity for Thousands of Kiwis and Expat Brits with UK Pensions Groundbreaking changes to New Zealand’s tax law, coming into effect on 1 April 2026, will create unprecedented opportunity for thousands of Kiwis and British expats with UK pensions to save on tax and … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Farmers, growers, foresters, fishers and primary processors are driving New Zealand’s economic recovery with export revenue on track to surpass $60 billion for the first time, Agriculture and Forestry Minister Todd McClay announced today at Fieldays. “The latest Situation and Outlook for Primary Industries (SOPI) report forecasts export earnings of $59.9 billion … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government More than 9,500 additional procedures have now been delivered as part of the Government’s elective boost, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “This is what putting patients first looks like. We are focused on increasing delivery of elective treatments – across both public and private hospitals – to reduce wait times for … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand’s aquaculture sector has experienced double-digit growth in export revenue over the past year, sending a clear signal that more is to come from the enormously promising sector, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says. The forecast export results were released today as part of the latest Situation and Outlook … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government A key milestone in the push for a more connected digital economy has been reached, with over one million businesses now registered with a New Zealand Business Number (NZBN), Small Business and Manufacturing Minister Chris Penk says. “The NZBN is a simple idea with a big impact. It gives each business a … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 12 June 2025 The Department of Conservation (DOC) has approved filming on Malte Brun Pass near the Tasman Glacier and near the Hochstetter Icefall on the eastern side of Aoraki/Mount Cook, which will ‘double’ as Everest base camp and the famous Hillary Step on the world’s highest peak. “These sites … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters has concluded a constructive visit to Italy, marking 75 years of diplomatic relations. Mr Peters and Italy’s Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani met in Rome overnight and confirmed the strength of the bilateral relationship that New Zealand and Italy share. “New Zealand and Italy are long-standing partners,” … Read more