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Source: Statistics New Zealand Meal kits, cruises, and smart watches added to CPI basket in latest update – 17 April 2025 – People are spending more on delivered meal kits and smart watches, but less on older technology such as DVDs, home telephone line rentals, and national toll calls, Stats NZ said today. Following changes … Read more
Source: General Practice Owners Association (GenPro) The General Practice Owners Association (GenPro) has criticised a Ministry of Health public consultation process on workforce regulation as poorly designed and biased towards outcomes likely to compromise patient safety and lead to patients not being able to see a GP when they need to. The Ministry describes its … Read more
Source: New Zealand Drug Foundation Strong growth in the number of people getting their drugs checked is reassuring against the backdrop of an increasingly volatile drug supply and a surge in consumption, the NZ Drug Foundation Te Puna Whakaiti Pāmamae Kai Whakapiri says. The Foundation’s drug checking service tested 3,213 samples at 141 clinics in … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) A bridge on State Highway 29 east of Te Poi remains closed, after a tree fell this morning. The road is expected to remain closed for at least the next four hours, while a structural assessment of the bridge is carried out. We’re also starting to experience high winds … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) A bridge on State Highway 29 east of Te Poi is blocked, after a tree fell across the bridge this morning. The tree struck a car when it fell – fortunately the driver was uninjured. Motorists travelling between Tauranga and Hamilton are asked to take alternative routes where possible, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) State Highway 5 north of Rotorua is blocked after a tree fell across the road this morning. Police were notified just after 6am today. The tree is also reported to have struck a car when it fell, however there are currently no reports of any injuries to the car’s … Read more
Source: Worksafe New Zealand 17 April 2025 As winter creeps closer, WorkSafe New Zealand is reminding businesses to take heed of the risks when workers are operating at height. The consequences have been laid bare at the sentencing of a Wellington business, whose worker was critically injured in April 2023 when he fell six metres … Read more
Source: ProCare ProCare Fresh Minds, New Zealand’s largest provider of primary mental health and wellbeing services, is delighted to announce the continuation of Health New Zealand’s Psychologist Intern Hub Services for 2025, alongside Tāmaki Health. The Intern Hub is based at Fresh Minds’ busy central Auckland clinics, and at one of Tāmaki Health’s sites, and … Read more
Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Just 169 of these wild adult birds remained and they could only be found in New Zealand. Kakī are regarded by Māori as a taonga species – a living treasure. However, invasive weeds and pest willow spreading through the wetland has been threatening the environment. Farm owners, Diane and Martin … Read more
Source: Department of Conservation The hut reno team at the beginning of the renovation | Ben Pigott A six-person hut in near Maruia on the South Island’s West Coast has received a major makeover, with a refurbished roof, new piles and a smart paint job. The work was planned and led by ranger Matt Ainge, … Read more
Source: Department of Conservation Date: 17 April 2025 That’s according to last year’s winner Patrick Clement, whose photo featured three generations of family enjoying Taupō Fishery. He says his family all ended up with a licence featuring the photo to keep as mementos. “They love it. The photo was taken in 2017, and the boys are … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The latest inflation figures confirm inflation is back under control, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. Stats NZ reported today that inflation increased slightly to 2.5 per cent in the year to March but remained within the Reserve Bank’s target range of 1 to 3 per cent.“This is the third consecutive quarter that … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government A high-level delegation from across Parliament has reinforced New Zealand’s enduring bonds to the Pacific over the past week, Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters says.“Our New Zealand Parliamentarians drawn from five political parties, across government and opposition, have spent time in Tonga, Hawaii, Fiji and Vanuatu connecting with our Pacific family,” … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government More than 2,000 additional Jobseekers found work in the first three months of 2025 than in the same period last year, statistics Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston describes as “cautiously encouraging.”Quarterly benefit numbers released by the Ministry of Social Development (MSD) today show more than 23,000 clients receiving a … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police acknowledge the findings of the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) over the use of force on a male prisoner. In November 2023, Police staff received a 19-year-old man into custody at the Manukau District Custody Unit. Mr X began banging his head against a wall after being placed … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) In the 18 months to Monday, first responders had seen the result of crashes that killed 26 people around rural Canterbury. By Tuesday, it was 28. Inspector Peter Cooper, the Canterbury Rural Area Commander, is a 40-year veteran but says experience doesn’t make fatal crashes easier to deal with. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Another set of eyes and ears are on patrol, with the launch of the much anticipated Takanini Community Patrol this week. The patrol launches after an 18-month joint effort between Community Patrols of New Zealand (CPNZ) and NZ Police, with support from the Supreme Sikh Society. The new service … Read more
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) PERTH, Australia, April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Paladin Energy Ltd (ASX:PDN, TSX:PDN, OTCQX:PALAF) (Paladin) has today been served with a class action proceeding in the Supreme Court of Victoria. The class action alleges that Paladin made misleading representations and contravened its ASX continuous disclosure obligations between 27 June 2024 and 11 … Read more
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) SYDNEY, April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — IREN Limited (NASDAQ: IREN) (together with its subsidiaries, “IREN”), today provided an update on its Bitcoin mining expansion. “We’re proud to have reached 40 EH/s, marking yet another significant step toward our 50 EH/s target,” said Daniel Roberts, IREN Co-Founder and Co-CEO. “The site team’s … Read more
Source: Media Outreach 15 Tech Companies Showcase AI, Telecommunications, and Green and Construction Tech at HKSTP Pavilion HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 April 2025 – The Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) will lead a delegation of 15 innovative tech companies to GITEX Asia 2025, taking place from 23-25 … Read more
Upcoming Infoshare update – Important information Kia ora, We wanted to let you know that Infoshare will be undergoing a security update. To implement these changes, the tool will be temporarily unavailable on Wednesday 23 April from 3pm to 4pm. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Thank you for … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 April 2025 – Leong Yik Engineering & Contractor has launched a newly redesigned website to mark its 7th year of operations in Singapore. The new platform features a clean layout, improved navigation, and a more intuitive user interface, all designed to offer a smoother and … Read more
Source: Media Outreach This is the first in Singapore to offer flexible AI courses geared towards all organisational roles – from business and operational teams to decision-makers – all in one place Unlike traditional offerings, where companies must purchase and manage separate courses for each department or level, General Assembly’s AI Academy lets companies assemble … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Energy Minister Simon Watts welcomes Lodestone Energy’s move to become New Zealand’s newest electricity retailer. “Energy is critical to growing New Zealand’s economy and lifting productivity. Our energy system should be supporting our businesses and industries to compete on the global stage by making sure they have access to reliable, affordable … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 April 2025 – Zero Fintech Group Limited (“Zero Fintech” or the “Company”, stock code: 0093.HK), a leading fintech innovator, is proud to announce its stellar financial performance for the year ended 31 December 2024, showcasing remarkable growth driven by strategic execution and advanced … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is delivering on its commitment to make freshwater farm plans more practical and affordable, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay and Associate Environment Minister Andrew Hoggard announced today.“We’re cutting the cost and complexity out of the system,” Mr Hoggard says.“Cabinet has agreed to progress improvements, meeting a key commitment in our … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand is boosting support to Vanuatu to recover from last year’s earthquake and develop its renewable energy sector, Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters says. “Being in Port Vila has underlined the scale of the challenge that Vanuatu faces in recovering from the December earthquake, and we are pleased to provide a … Read more