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Source: Earth Sciences New Zealand Winter snowfall was well below average for much of the country, says Earth Sciences New Zealand. Several ski fields were forced to close this season due to a lack of snow, leaving many ski enthusiasts disappointed. Hydrological forecasting scientist Dr Jono Conway said it had been an abysmal year for some … Read more
Source: Cotality Property values in Aotearoa New Zealand edged down by -0.2% in August, the fifth monthly fall in a row, according to Cotality NZ’s latest hedonic Home Value Index (HVI). National values have dropped by -0.6% so far in 2025, with the modest gains seen late last year and early this year now negated.The … Read more
Source: Impact PR A surge in solar capacity has put New Zealand on track to generate enough solar energy to power every home in the country within the next seven years, according to new research. Analysis of government installation data by Harrisons Solar, the nation’s largest residential solar provider, shows the total capacity installed reached … Read more
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) What happens when a national park or conservation area is created next to a business that emits toxic substances into the environment? A new study, co-authored by University of Auckland researcher Dr Marty Pham, shows that while companies near protected areas slash their toxic emissions, they do so by cutting … Read more
Source: Consumer NZ Consumer NZ’s latest retailer survey has found the five shops with the most satisfied customers – and those falling short. The stores with the most satisfied customers and winners of Consumer NZ’s People’s Choice award were: 100% Home Appliances – in the large whiteware + appliances category and small appliances category PB … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has today written to Health New Zealand and the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists (ASMS) calling on both parties to urgently enter binding arbitration. This action follows the collective agreement expiring 12 months ago, with mediation, facilitated bargaining, and an Employment Relations Authority recommendation failing to resolve … Read more
Source: PSA To help ensure properly funded public, health and community services the Government needs to aggressively ensure large international corporations pay their fair share of tax in New Zealand, the PSA says. A report issued today, commissioned by Tax Justice Aotearoa and the Better Taxes for a Better Future campaign, shows that some of the richest multi-national technology corporations – … Read more
Source: Zero Waste Aotearoa Zero Waste Aotearoa will celebrate 25 years of building a waste free future at the Zero Waste Aotearoa National Hui from 8-10 September. The event will be hosted at the University of Auckland/Te Taumata Rau o Tāmaki Makaurau featuring a range of fantastic speakers. “From the movement’s early voices to those … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency People are being reminded that if they want to have their say on proposed tolling for Canterbury’s new Belfast to Pegasus Motorway and Woodend Bypass (B2P), they need to do so before the opportunity closes in a few days. The proposal is for two tolling points (or gantries) to be … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police investigating an aggravated robbery in Panmure are appealing for the public’s assistance in identifying the person pictured in these CCTV images. Just before 1.30am on Tuesday 12 August, this masked offender entered an eatery on Jellicoe Road armed with a hammer. Detective Senior Sergeant Mark Greaves, Auckland City CIB, says … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government A project that looks to harness the potential of supercritical geothermal energy is amongst 19 ambitious science programmes the Government is backing, Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti and Regional Development Minister Shane Jones announced today. “The Endeavour Fund backs bold ideas with the potential to strengthen our economy, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Fence hoppers trying to escape proved no barrier for Police, who arrested two men this morning for burglary. At around 3.12am, Police received a report of two men allegedly carrying out a burglary at a yard in Ōtāhuhu. “The men were allegedly rummaging through cars and an office located on the … Read more
Source: Worksafe New Zealand 4 September 2025 Details of a dramatic scaffolding collapse onto a busy Auckland road have been revealed for the first time by WorkSafe New Zealand, as its court case against the company responsible draws to a close. The nine-metre-high scaffold was for townhouses being built on the boundary of the Ellerslie … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) has now awarded a contract to deliver the first phase of the State Highway 29 (SH29) Tauriko West Road of National Significance (RoNS), with the Ōmanawa Bridge replacement set to begin construction in October this year, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “Since endorsing the SH29 Tauriko … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is proposing to strengthen deportation settings and immigration compliance to help grow integrity and trust in New Zealand’s immigration system. “We know most people comply with their visa conditions and New Zealand laws while they are here. For those who do not, it’s important we have the right tools … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Councils have gotten behind Local Water Done Well by submitting their water services delivery plans on time, laying out how they intend to ensure good quality, cost effective water services for their ratepayers, Local Government Minister Simon Watts says. “This Government knows that addressing the scale and urgency of the water … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Cardrona Valley Road has re-opened following a serious crash yesterday afternoon. One person was critically injured, two people sustained serious injuries and a further two sustained moderate injuries. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing, and Police are advising motorists that the road will be reduced to one lane … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2025 – Luxshare Precision (002475.SZ) released its 2025 Interim Report at the end of last month. Under the complex and ever-changing global economic environment, the company still maintained a steady growth. The report shows that the company achieved growth in both revenue … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police searching for missing man Jared have located a body in the Coromandel area. The body was located yesterday evening while searching near the Coromandel Peninsula. While formal identification is yet to take place, it is believed to be that of the missing 35-year-old. Police’s thoughts and sympathies go out to … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2025 – Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cybersecurity leader, has been named an Official Partner of the McLaren Formula 1 Team for the remainder of the 2025 season and beyond. Trend is helping fast-paced organisations like McLaren Racing … Read more
Source: Electricity Authority The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko (Authority) has lodged two separate formal complaints with the Rulings Panel alleging a breach of the Electricity Industry Participation Code 2010 (Code) by grid owner Transpower and retailer South Pacific Energy Limited. The Code sets out the duties and responsibilities for all participants in New Zealand’s electricity … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2025 – MyRepublic today announced the launch of the AI Automation Box, a plug-and-play AI automation server designed for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The solution enables businesses to deploy and manage AI-powered workflows quickly and cost-effectively, without requiring dedicated engineering resources or external … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Only one-third of insurers in China provide mental health services, despite rising demand Fifty percent of insurers see personalisation as key to the success of health and wellbeing programs SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2025 – Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, released insights from … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Cardrona Valley Road, south of Wānaka, is closed due to a serious crash. At around 4pm emergency services received reports of the multiple-vehicle crash. Police are in attendance and diversions are being set up. Initial reports suggest that there are serious injuries. Motorists should delay or avoid travel through the area … Read more
Source: Worksafe New Zealand 3 September 2025 On 30 June 2025, WorkSafe was notified of a potential health risk involving imported materials, which may contain asbestos, used in the production of fire safety doors. In response, we alerted the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), which is coordinating with other government agencies, and commenced … Read more
Source: IHC IHC is welcoming today’s announced changes to the disability system that will make it more consistent, transparent, sustainable and fair. The Government has announced a raft of changes that include consistency for Needs Assessments across the country and greater flexibility for individualised funding while holding firm on Enabling Good Lives principles. IHC’s Director … Read more
Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation Te Whatu Ora has today apologised to NZNO for acting “unreasonably” over the release of safe staffing data which contradicts its claims hospitals aren’t short-staffed. Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa New Zealand Nurses Organisation (NZNO) strategic researcher Nathalie Jaques says the data shows what members are saying. “Our members are telling … Read more