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Source: New Zealand Government The Government is cracking down on the prolonged tethering of dogs, with progress being made on new regulations targeting owners who fail to properly care for the needs of their dogs, Associate Agriculture Minister Andrew Hoggard says.“I’ve been hearing a lot from members of the public who want to see action … Read more
Source: EMA The EMA says the current law regulating Easter Sunday trading hours causes confusion for retailers throughout the country. The EMA’s Head of Advocacy and Strategy, Alan McDonald, says the problem lies with the devolved powers given to local councils, who determine whether retailers stay open or not in their respective territories on Easter Sunday. … Read more
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 15 April 2025 – Knowing the current state of the economy and where it is likely headed are key to making interest rate decisions today that keep inflation low and stable in future, Chief Economist Paul Conway says. “Given economic uncertainty, which can be pervasive at times, forecasting is … Read more
Source: Save the Children PORT SUDAN, 15 April 2025 – One child every 10 seconds on average has been forced to flee their homes since the conflict began in Sudan two years ago, according to new analysis from Save the Children. Sudan was already facing one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises before conflict erupted in the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government New data shows Kiwis are becoming safer with the Government tracking ahead of its violent crime reduction target, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith and Police Minister Mark Mitchell say. “The Government announced nine targets in March last year, which included ensuring there are 20,000 fewer victims of serious violent crime by 2029, equating … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government At an event in Auckland today, Karen Chhour, the Minister for the Prevention of Family and Sexual Violence, announced a new partnership between Te Puna Aonui, Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei and Manawa Tītī* to strengthen the multi-agency response to family violence. “Through this new partnership, we are investing in the development of a local … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand Food prices increase 3.5 percent annually – 15 April 2025 – Food prices increased 3.5 percent in the 12 months to March 2025, following a 2.4 percent increase in the 12 months to February 2025, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. Higher prices for the grocery food group and … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand Commuter Waka updated with 2023 Census data and new features – 15 April 2025 – New 2023 Census data in Commuter Waka‘s interactive map shows how we are choosing to commute in Aotearoa New Zealand, Stats NZ said today. “Commuter Waka gives a comprehensive view of commuter data, allowing us to … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Nominations are now open for the inaugural Growing Native Forests Champions Awards, celebrating the people and groups leading native growing efforts Forestry Minister Todd McClay announced today. “These awards will recognise the farmers, landowners, iwi, and community groups restoring and planting native forests, and helping bolster New Zealand’s biodiversity and land … Read more
Source: Shincheonji Church of Jesus STATEMENT – The church announced its official position that Le Parisien distorted facts about Shincheonji France in an article published last week, only quoting speculative statements from someone who left the church. On the other hand the church’s statement made up only two lines of the report, barely reflecting the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Regional Development Minister Shane Jones will take one of the largest delegations in recent years to the Chatham Islands tomorrow for his next regional summit.“It is important, given the relative isolation of the islands, to take the summit to the people who live there. The Chathams has an infrastructure deficit and … Read more
Source: Robert Half 58% of New Zealand workers say there is currently a correlation between in-office attendance and promotion opportunities in their organisation 54% of workers would spend more time in the office if frequent attendance was a requirement for a promotion 17% of employees would look for a new job if they had … Read more
Source: Physiotherapy New Zealand Minor law change needed to take pressure off GPs and return people to work faster Physiotherapy patients are waiting too long to be allowed to return to work, likely costing ACC millions of dollars in compensation payments it should not be paying because of delays in getting GPs to sign return to … Read more
Source: New Zealand Minerals Council Today Straterra has been renamed as New Zealand Minerals Council, says chief executive Josie Vidal. “With the global interest in mined minerals, particularly critical minerals, we believe it is time to better align ourselves with a name that will mean something to both New Zealanders and those in the global supply … Read more
Source: ACT Party The Haps St Francis of Assisi recommended having the serenity to accept what you can’t change, the courage to change what you can, and the wisdom to know the difference. He’d probably be quite useful for dealing with the Trump Tariff situation. The Government of New Zealand cannot change the events unfolding … Read more
Source: ACT Party The Tertiary Education Union’s opposition to free speech legislation shows exactly why free speech policies are needed at university, says ACT Tertiary Education spokesperson Dr Parmjeet Parmar. “We know that university staff want the power to decide what ideas are allowed on campus. We’re telling them no. “Universities are primarily funded by … Read more
Source: Auckland Council It’s local elections year which means Aucklanders will get to choose the mayor, ward councillors and local board members, who help shape the future of Auckland. And did you know some voters could be eligible for more than one vote? Auckland Council’s independent electoral officer, Dale Ofsoske from Independent Election Services, explains … Read more
Source: Auckland Council Just listed on Auckland Council’s LinkedIn jobs board is a range of paid positions to govern Tāmaki Makaurau for passionate Aucklanders to consider applying for. This year’s local elections in October mean Auckland’s current political leaders will either stand for re-election or step aside. A fresh set of candidates will also have … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency There are brighter days ahead for Tairua with progress on a new 2-lane bridge on State Highway 25 (SH25), which will cull queues of holiday traffic at the single-lane Pepe Stream Bridge. The replacement bridge project is now in the procurement phase ahead of construction starting late next year says … Read more
Source: Porirua City Council Each year Wellington Airport and local councils come together to recognise the work carried out by community groups in the wider Wellington region. Nominations are now open for the 2025 Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards. The focus of the awards is to celebrate volunteer groups for their valuable contribution to society.Groups can … Read more
Source: Porirua City Council Under Local Water Done Well, the Government has said the way we manage water services (drinking water, wastewater and stormwater) in Aotearoa needs to change. Porirua City Council is working with Hutt City, Upper Hutt City, Wellington City and Greater Wellington Regional Council and with mana whenua partners to find the best … Read more
Source: Department of Conservation Date: 15 April 2025 The number of marine mammal species in New Zealand classified as Threatened or At Risk has increased from 10 in 2019 to 14 today, with the sperm whale, pygmy blue whale, southern right whale dolphin, goose-beaked whale, and pygmy sperm whale added to the list. Leopard seals were … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand and the United States will continue to pursue shared strategic objectives in the Pacific, Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters says.“Our Pacific links with the United States are more important than ever, and this visit to Hawaii has been an excellent opportunity to underline our shared Polynesian heritage and common … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says it was excellent to meet with Christchurch Hospital Emergency Department staff and peer support specialists today to mark the start of a new service designed to better assist people presenting in mental distress.“Christchurch ED is one of the busiest in New Zealand, I am pleased … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is ensuring hundreds more students benefit from safe, warm and dry learning areas by delivering a new school and more classrooms into communities that need them most.“Through our decisive action to improve efficiency and performance in school property delivery, $100 million has been freed up for areas across the country … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Please attribute to Relieving Central District Commander Inspector Ross Grantham: Police accepts the findings by the Independent Police Conduct Authority which investigated complaints against three officers involved in the investigation and trial regarding the murder of Palmiro MacDonald. Mr MacDonald went missing in March 2016 and his remains were … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Please attribute to Sergeant Sam Oram Queenstown Police are seeking information from the public after a speeding motorcyclist failed to stop for Police. At around 4:20am yesterday (Monday 14 April), a vehicle was seen by Police travelling at around two times the posted speed limit on Frankton Road, near … Read more