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Source: Eastern Institute of Technology – Tairāwhiti 1 minute ago EIT is set to join Work-Integrated Learning New Zealand (WILNZ) in hosting the annual Work-Integrated Learning International Conference, bringing together educators, researchers, and industry leaders from across Aotearoa and beyond. To be held on April 15 and 16 at EIT’s Hawke’s Bay Campus in Taradale, … Read more
Source: Eastern Institute of Technology – Tairāwhiti 3 minutes ago EIT students helped bring the Mitre 10 MEGA Tough Kid challenge to life last week during two action-packed days. The popular annual event at Mitre 10 Park Hawke’s Bay drew thousands of tamariki from across the region to take on a 23-obstacle course focused on … Read more
Source: Department of Conservation Date: 10 April 2025 The nationally endangered birds which nest on an island in the Upper Ōhau River battled an unseasonal and very heavy snowfall which buried them and their nests. The birds have a unique colony in the Upper Ōhau river system where around 700 of them nest each season. This … Read more
Source: Canstar Blue April 10, 2025: Canstar Blue’s latest research reveals that if you’re booking an overseas trip, using the services of a great travel agent is as essential as making sure your passport is up to date. Over three-quarters (78%) of New Zealanders in our research say they use the services of a travel … Read more
Source: ACT Party Intro I move, That the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill be now read a second time. Mr Speaker, members of this House, who’ve so far been so fortified against reason, can still change their minds and send this Bill onwards to a referendum of the people. I ask that Members listen … Read more
Source: UNICEF Aotearoa NZ The report shows worsened outcomes in the major areas of food security, affordable housing, hospital admissions and immunisation, and no improvement in material hardship since the 2017-2018 baseline reporting year. The percentage of young people aged 15-24 who experienced high or very high rates of psychological distress in the past four weeks … Read more
Source: Auckland Council Under the proposal, the standards for assessing new helipads would be updated, and a reference to the New Zealand Coastal Policy Statement would be added to the islands’ planning rules. Building a helipad on Waiheke or Aotea Great Barrier will remain a ‘restricted discretionary activity’. This means you need resource consent to … Read more
Source: Auckland Council A day of remembrance brings us together annually on Anzac Day (25 April), to commemorate those who gave their lives in service of their country and honour returned servicemen and women. This year, Auckland Council and the Auckland RSA (Returned Services Association) warmly invite all Aucklanders to join the parades and services … Read more
Source: Media Outreach More than 30 employees from all DHL businesses in India attended the second training in Bangalore BANGALORE, INDIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 April 2025 – DHL Group has conducted its second GoHelp Disaster Response Team (DRT) training in Bangalore, India, strengthening resilience and preparedness against disasters in the South Asia … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Celebrating the Creative Vision of the New Generation and Supporting the Development of Macau’s Art Industry and Education MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 April 2025 – Galaxy Macau™, a world-class luxury integrated resort, remains steadfast in its commitment to integrate “Tourism + Culture” by promoting cultural innovation and artistic … Read more
Source: Ministry for Culture and Heritage “Pukeahu National War Memorial Park will once again be at the heart of New Zealand’s Anzac Day commemorations,” says Secretary for Culture and Heritage Leauanae Laulu Mac Leauanae. “We invite the public to join us in paying tribute to the courage and sacrifices of those who have served in wars, … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 April 2025 – Music is a universal language that transcends cultural boundaries and geographical borders. The Hong Kong International a cappella Festival 2025, an annual signature event of The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups (HKFYG), has just concluded on a resounding note. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Biosecurity New Zealand today lifted controls on movement of fruit and vegetables in the North Shore suburb of Birkdale following no further finds of fruit flies since a single male Oriental fruit fly was discovered in a surveillance trap in the suburb in February.“This is great news for New Zealand as … Read more
Source: Workers First Union The restructure of Woolworths supermarkets, announced to staff by the company today following a consultation period, will result in a reduction in income for thousands of experienced workers and should not go ahead in its current form, Workers First Union said today. The wide-ranging restructure, which the company claims is being adopted … Read more
Source: Spectrum Foundation Group Spectrum Foundation is proud to award funding to nine disability support organisations in its latest – and largest – funding round to date. This milestone brings Spectrum Foundation’s total funding since its first distribution in 2023 to $2.2 million. Funding panel spokesperson Ann Thomson says this outcome reflects the increased demand following … Read more
Source: Auckland Council As part of efforts to promote responsible dog ownership in the Auckland region, dog owners who have failed to register their pets despite multiple opportunities will now face Infringement fines. Auckland Council has issued final infringement notices, and those who do not pay within the next 28 days will have their fines … Read more
Source: Auckland Council Controls on the movement of fruit and vegetables in Auckland’s Birkdale area have been lifted after no further evidence of the Oriental fruit fly was found in the area. Biosecurity New Zealand, the biosecurity arm of the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) announced the update today. Phil Brown, Auckland Council Head of … Read more
Source: New Zealand ParliamentThe Officers of Parliament Committee has recommended the appointment of Grant James Taylor as Controller and Auditor-General in their report on the Inquiry into the appointment of a Controller and Auditor-General, presented to the House today.MIL OSI MIL OSI
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Road workers have been busy on Central Otago, Queenstown and Wanaka highways completing a variety of maintenance improvements in the lead-in to winter, says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA). While the annual programme includes multiple reseal and road rehabilitation elements, it doesn’t stop there, says Peter Standring, Maintenance Contract … Read more
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) As more New Zealanders rent and rents continue to climb, new research shows government support is failing to ease housing stress. New Zealand’s accommodation supplement is doing little to improve affordability for renters, according to a recent study. (ref. https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=5100405 ) Although rental subsidies offer some relief, the study authors … Read more
Source: Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum is thrilled to announce its inaugural Pacific Artist Residency, an innovative initiative designed to cultivate profound creative engagement with its diverse collections. Benjamin Work has been named as the 2025 Matafatafa Aho Pacific Artist in Residence. Selected from a strong … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Attributable to Detective Sergeant Matt Lee: Police investigating a fire at a mechanical workshop in Frankton are seeking further information from the public. Police were called to the fire on Ellis Street just after 11:20am on Monday 10 March. The investigation has progressed well in recent days and Police … Read more
Source: Straterra Inc It is disappointing to see the Green Party continuing to demonise coal and deliberately misunderstanding its role in ensuring the lights stay on, there is food on the table, and steel to build with, says Straterra chief executive Josie Vidal. “The Crown Minerals (Prohibition on Coal Mining) Amendment Bill of Green MP Hon … Read more
Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 April 2025 – A recent quiz conducted by global broker Octa and World of Buzz media discovered that 62% of Malaysian traders are ‘calculated strategists’—investors who base their decisions on information, risk management, and long-term stability rather than emotional fluctuations. This change in … Read more
Source: New Zealand Labour Party Labour MP Kieran McAnulty’s Members Bill to make the law simpler and fairer for businesses operating on Easter, Anzac and Christmas Days has passed its first reading after a conscience vote in Parliament. “This Bill is about the sale and supply of alcohol – and that’s it. It only focuses … Read more
Source: Green Party A Member’s Bill in the name of Green Party MP Julie Anne Genter which aims to stop coal mining, the Crown Minerals (Prohibition of Mining) Amendment Bill, has been pulled from Parliament’s ‘biscuit tin’ today. “Christopher Luxon can put his money where his mouth is when it comes to the environment by … Read more
Source: Department of Conservation Date: 10 April 2025 The beach has been off limits to public since 2018 when contaminants including asbestos were found on the beach. An asbestos removal company has since cleared about 1.2 tonnes of contaminated material from the beach. DOC Operations Manager Murihiku John McCarroll says the risk of public exposure is … Read more