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Source: New Zealand Government Endoscopy services at Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital are set to expand, with the addition of a third procedure room, Health Minister Simeon Brown announced today. “Improving New Zealand’s health infrastructure is a top priority for the Government, to ensure all Kiwis can access timely, high-quality healthcare,” Mr Brown says. “The … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Winston Peters has concluded a constructive and positive visit to New Caledonia – New Zealand’s closest geographical neighbour. Mr Peters met the French Minister for Overseas Territories, Manuel Valls, and the President of the Government of New Caledonia, Alcide Ponga. “We came to listen and learn, and to … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are advising of delays for northbound traffic coming off the Auckland Harbour Bridge at Northcote. A truck swerved across several lanes of traffic and into the median barrier at 9.20am. The driver required medical treatment at the scene and been taken to North Shore Hospital. One northbound lane … Read more
Source: Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) Sydney will host one of the largest surgical conferences in the southern hemisphere when the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) brings its 93rd Annual Scientific Congress (ASC) to the International Convention Centre from Saturday 3 to Tuesday 6 May 2025. This year’s theme, Innovation. Precision. Excellence., reflects … Read more
Source: Auckland Council The public consultation for Auckland Council’s Annual Plan 2025/2026 shows most Aucklanders want Government to enact legislative change to enable a bed night visitor levy.The consultation summary shows 60% of individuals, 58% of organisations, and 13 out of 14 Māori entities support a bed night visitor levy. Many of those who supported … Read more
Source: ChildFund New Zealand Join ChildFund for a special session on New Zealand’s aid in the Pacific. Pacific community leaders from Kiribati, Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu are visiting New Zealand to talk about their projects funded by the New Zealand public and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Aid is under attack. They will be … Read more
Source: ASB In an industry first, ASB has today announced it is partnering with POLi, one of New Zealand’s largest online payments providers, to support customers to make secure open banking based digital payments. With POLi using ASB’s open banking APIs, customers are able to use POLi as a payment method without sharing their … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Agriculture and Forestry Minister Todd McClay has confirmed that restrictions on full farm-to-forest conversions on LUC 1-6 farmland will be in place this year, and reaffirmed that they will take effect from 4 December 2024 – the date of the original announcement.Enabling legislation will be introduced to Parliament during Q2 of … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police are seeking the driver of a vehicle involved in a fatal crash in Balmoral overnight. Just after 1am two vehicles collided on Dominion Road, near Wiremu Street. “The crash has resulted in one vehicle colliding with the storefront of a restaurant, and the other vehicle coming to a … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police are investigating an aggravated robbery at a Kawakawa property on Thursday night. Detective Inspector Rhys Johnston, of Northland CIB, says a report was made to Police about two men arriving at a property on State Highway 1, just south of the Kawakawa township after 9pm. “Initial information reported … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Wellington Police are making enquiries following the discovery of a body in a burnt out vehicle overnight. Police were notified of the vehicle on fire at around 11.40pm on Ladbrooke Drive in Woodridge. Detective Senior Sergeant Steve Williamson says upon arrival of emergency services, a body was located inside … Read more
Source: Amnesty International Yesterday news broke that the Government is proposing a total ban on voting for people in prison. Currently people in prison who are serving less than three years are able to vote. The proposed blanket ban is a breach of human rights. The High Court has previously ruled it is an unjustifiable … Read more
Source: Auckland Council Three options for the future use of Western Springs Stadium will go out to public consultation this month, before the council makes a final recommendation later this year. Auckland Council’s Governing Body agreed to invite Aucklanders to give their feedback on the future use of Western Springs Stadium before determining a preferred … Read more
Source: New Zealand Labour Party This May Day Labour is standing with workers to defend decent jobs and fair pay. “Many Kiwis are struggling to find work or have lost their jobs because of this Government’s disastrous choices,” Labour workplace relations and safety spokesperson Jan Tinetti said. “Under National, unemployment is up to 5.1%, with … Read more
Source: Auckland Council Auckland Council has been working with landowners and residents on an operation to restore native forest on Kawau Island by removing wallabies and possums. After years of planning and preparation, the first stage of the project, Working towards a pest-free Kawau Island, is now under way. The project is a ground-based operation, … Read more
Source: ASB ASB will support customers affected by extreme weather events impacting the South Island and lower North Island, with tailored packages including suspension of home loan repayments and emergency overdraft facilities available for personal, business and rural customers. ASB Executive General Manager for Personal Banking Adam Boyd says ASB’s team is available to help … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police Commissioner Richard Chambers has acknowledged nine new Detector Dog Handlers and their dogs from across the Pacific and New Zealand who graduated at the Dog Training Centre in Trentham this afternoon. The teams celebrated the occasion in front of whānau and friends, executives from New Zealand Police with … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand Consumers price index: March 2025 quarter missing vehicle relicensing fee increase – We have identified that vehicle relicensing fee increases were not captured in the consumers price index (CPI) March 2025 quarter, released on 17 April 2025. The CPI March 2025 headline figure will not be updated. CPI data published on 17 … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister with responsibility for Rural Health and Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey is pleased to be in Wairoa today as part of the Rural Health Roadshow across the country. “I was pleased to begin the roadshow in Levin recently where I had the opportunity to hear from the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Motorists may experience delays on James Fletcher Drive, Favona, this afternoon after a tree fell onto a ute. The westbound lane was initially blocked heading towards Mangere at around 3.15pm. The driver got out of the vehicle unassisted and no injuries were reported. Fire and Emergency have since cleared … Read more
Source: Privacy Commissioner Print | Email this page Office of the Privacy Commissioner | Privacy News – April 2025 30 Apr 2025, 17:00 Read about our Privacy Week 2025 lineup and resources, IPP3A guidance and how to have your say, and new tips for using AI to contact OPC. Read the April 2025 issue. MIL … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are working to locate Amiria Wall, who has a warrant for her arrest and is wanted by Police. Wall, 43, is wanted for fraud offending and is believed to be in the wider Auckland region. If you have seen Wall or have any information that may assist in … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The 123 Youth Members of Parliament and 20 Youth Press Gallery members officially announced for 2025 represent the best of New Zealand, Youth Minister James Meager says. “Our Youth MPs come from a wide range of backgrounds, and each have their own unique story, bringing diverse points of view to Parliament … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government New data released today shows steady improvements in childhood immunisation rates across the country, highlighting the Government’s commitment to ensuring every child gets the best start in life, Health Minister Simeon Brown says.“Improving childhood immunisation rates is a priority for our Government. The latest quarterly figures show immunisation coverage has improved … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Trade, Investment and Agriculture Minister Todd McClay has wrapped up a successful programme hosting Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture, His Excellency Eng Abdulrahman A. AlFadley, in Auckland this week for the 9th New Zealand–Saudi Arabia Joint Ministerial Commission.“This visit builds on growing momentum in our trade relationship with … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 May 2025 – Eternity Waterproofing Pte Ltd, a leading provider of waterproofing services in Singapore, is proud to announce that its specialists will soon achieve the Level 1 Infrared Thermography Certification. This globally recognised certification, offered by the Institute of Infrared Thermography (IIRT) Singapore, empowers … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) A man has died in hospital after allegedly being assaulted at a bus stop in Papatoetoe at the weekend. Police have been investigating the events surrounding the man being located with injuries on 27 April, and a man is due to appear in court today. Detective Senior Sergeant Mike … Read more