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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency As work progresses on a hi-tech weigh station at Taupō, traffic will continue to be managed through works on the surrounding state highways and local roads. Five sites leading to the Commercial Vehicle Safety Centre are having in-road weighing technology installed and these will be coned off for 30 days … Read more
Source: New Zealand Labour Party More people could be harmed if Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey does not guarantee to protect patients and workers as the Police withdraw from supporting mental health call outs. “Two reported incidents show that by withdrawing the Police’s support from mental health call outs, people suffering severe distress will fall … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand International travel: February 2025 – 14 April 2025 – International travel covers the number and characteristics of overseas visitors and New Zealand resident travellers (short-term movements) entering or leaving New Zealand. Key facts Monthly arrivals – overseas visitorsOverseas visitor arrivals were 354,400 in February 2025, a decrease of 8,400 from February … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand International migration: February 2025 – 14 April 2025 – International migration statistics give the latest outcomes-based measure of migration, which includes estimates of migrants entering or leaving New Zealand. Key facts Annual migrationProvisional estimates for the February 2025 year compared with the February 2024 year were: migrant arrivals: 154,300 (± 1,400), … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand Electronic card transactions: March 2025 – 14 April 2025 – The electronic card transactions (ECT) series cover debit, credit, and charge card transactions with New Zealand-based merchants. The series can be used to indicate changes in consumer spending and economic activity. Key factsAll figures are seasonally adjusted unless otherwise specified. Values … Read more
Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace Aotearoa says that it is deeply concerned about the safety of drinking water in the Ashburton District after close to one in five bore water samples tested for nitrate at the beginning of April exceeded levels linked with blue baby syndrome. The organisation says that this is indicative of a failure by Environment Canterbury … Read more
Source: ASB New ASB research shows that despite tough economic circumstances, 43% of Kiwi aged 18-24 are building better money habits and taking action to improve their financial wellbeing. Young Kiwi are facing a financial double whammy, as high youth unemployment adds to cost of living pressures. More than 80% of the net jobs lost … Read more
Source: Porirua City Council Porirua’s biggest annual event supporting local businesses – Love Local – returns in June. Filling Te Rauparaha Arena for the sixth year running, Love Local is a free event where attendees can meet the hundreds of different local businesses in Porirua and learn about what they have to offer. Vendors of all … Read more
Source: MetService Covering period of Monday 14th – Thursday 17th May – While the South Island is experiencing the interesting weather today, our focus shifts to the North Island as we head into the week. A punchy cold front with a period of heavy rain is moving up the South Island today, lowering snow … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) A section of Carrington Road in Pt Chevalier is being diverted following a crash. Emergency services are at the scene, near the intersection with Te Ara Kopiko, after a car collided with a pole. Carrington Road is currently closed between Seagar Avenue and Sutherland Road. A further update will … Read more
Source: New Zealand Governor General Waheguru Ji Ka Khulsa, Waheguru Ki Fateh [Hail the Guru’s Khalsa, Hail the victory of God] E nga mana, e nga reo, e nga iwi o te motu e huihui nei, tēnei aku mihi nui ki a koutou. Kia ora tātou katoa. Thank you for inviting Richard and me to … Read more
Source: Auckland Council [embedded content] Auckland councillors have approved the approach for the future use of around 1,200 properties bought out following the 2023 storms. The policy guiding future land use decisions was approved by the council’s Policy and Planning Committee. The 1,200 properties with high-risk homes are expected to be purchased by the … Read more
Source: Department of Conservation Date: 14 April 2025 Source: National Wilding Conifer Control Programme, Department of Conservation and Waikato Regional Council Wilding conifers are a pest tree species impacting on native bush and coastal environments, taking water, light and air from native plants that are home to endemic birds, lizards and bugs. The wilding conifers at Opera … Read more
Source: Department of Conservation Date: 14 April 2025 The fish are named after Gollum from J.R.R. Tolkein’s Hobbit and Lord of the Rings, due to their large eyes and preference for swampy habitat. DOC River Ranger Pat Hoffmann says finding Gollums in the stream is exciting, and reinforces the need to protect their habitat. “Gollum’s conservation … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister with responsibility for Rural Health and Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey announced today he will be coming to 12 rural locations across the country on a Rural Health Roadshow, starting this week in Levin.“All New Zealanders deserve timely access to quality health care and this Government is … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is proposing the first major changes to New Zealand’s driver licence system since 2011The changes include removing the requirement for a practical driving test when getting a full driver licencePublic consultation on the changes will begin tomorrow. The Government proposes to remove the requirement for a second practical test … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can advise one person has died in a crash in Pt Chevalier this morning. The single vehicle crash occurred just after 9am on Carrington Road, after the vehicle collided with a pole. Sadly, the sole occupant of the vehicle died at the scene despite medical assistance being provided. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police have rounded up three offenders after two burglaries at Browns Bay businesses this morning. A burglary was reported at a currency exchange business on Clyde Road at around 3.18am. Acting Waitematā East Area Commander Tim Williams says three offenders had been seen smashing their way into the store. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police have launched a homicide investigation after the discovery of a man’s body in a vehicle in the Far North town of Kawakawa on Sunday morning. Emergency services were called to the scene on Station Road in a car park near the Caltex petrol station about 7.45am. “The man’s … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Waihi last night. Emergency services were called to the single-vehicle crash, involving a motorcycle, at the intersection of Rosemont Road and Consols Street at around 8:20pm. The rider sadly died at the scene. The road has since reopened. … Read more
Source: Media Outreach 10+ conceptual inventions from student teams of primary and secondary schools in Hong Kong were exhibited for the first time at the top international exhibition HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 April 2025 – The Hong Kong Innovation and Invention(HKII), a project organised by the Hong Kong Exporters’ Association … Read more
Source: Eastern Institute of Technology – Tairāwhiti 1 day ago There was a strong sense of celebration in Napier today as 300 EIT students marked the end of their study journey. Two ceremonies were held at the Napier Municipal Theatre on Friday (April 11), with whānau, friends and supporters gathering to mark the occasion. In … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Emergency services are at the scene of a single-vehicle crash at the intersection of Rosemont Road and Consols Street, Waihi. Police were called about 8.20pm. The road is closed, with diversions in place. Motorists are asked to avoid the area if possible. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) A road policing officer was a couple of hours into her shift yesterday Saturday 13 April, when she responded to a report received shortly after 2pm of a group of people fighting on the side of the Lethbridge Street in Feilding. She intervened and the situation began to calm … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Inspector Karen Bright: Police have filed an assault charge in relation to the homicide of a woman found in a car in Waiuku on Friday. A post-mortem has been conducted today. A 50-year-old man Police have been speaking with is due to appear in Pukekohe District … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Inspector Rhys Johnston: Northland Police are making inquiries following the discovery of a deceased man in Kawakawa this morning. Police were called to Station Road around 7:45am and found the man’s body in a vehicle in a carpark near the Caltex service station. A scene examination … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) State Highway 6 between Blenheim and Nelson has re-opened following a crash near Canvastown this morning. There are speed restrictions in the area, motorists are advised to exercise caution. Police wish to thank motorists for their patience while the crash was cleared. ENDS MIL OSI