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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) A stretch of Puketona Road / State Highway 11, closed due to an earlier fatal crash, has now reopened. Police acknowledge the public’s understanding and cooperation while our enquiries were carried out at the scene. An investigation is underway into the circumstances of the fatal crash. ENDS Jarred Williamson/NZ … Read more
Source: Council of Trade Unions (CTU) Health and Safety changes driven by ACT party ideology, not evidence, said NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi President Richard Wagstaff. Changes to health and safety legislation proposed by the Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety Brooke van Velden today comply with ACT party ideology, ignores the evidence, and will compound … Read more
Source: Business Central Changes to health and safety laws announced today will allow small businesses to focus on the most critical risks, says Business Central CEO Simon Arcus. “Safety is essential to every workplace, but our current health and safety laws don’t reflect levels of actual risk. “A retail shop or small office is a very … Read more
Source: Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand Democracy at risk Recent research commissioned by the Helen Clark Foundation raises serious concern for social cohesion in Aotearoa. This research is not alone, with other reports raising similar issues, including a 2024 survey carried out by the OECD that reported only 44% of New Zealanders believed that the political system allowed … Read more
Source: Auckland Council Howick Local Board members recently embarked on an inspiring visit to four local Enviroschools, where they saw firsthand the innovative environmental initiatives being embraced by students and staff. Enviroschools is a programme that supports children and young people to plan, design and implement sustainability actions. Participating schools range from early childhood through … Read more
Source: EMA Reducing unnecessary paperwork for small, low-risk businesses will allow them to focus on the critical risks that are capable of causing serious injury, death or illness in the workplace, says the Employers and Manufacturers Association (EMA). The government has listened to the business community and responded in a positive but measured way with today’s … Read more
Source: BusinessNZ Health and safety law reforms announced today will make it simpler for small businesses to keep their workplace safe and people healthy, says BusinessNZ. Chief Executive Katherine Rich says the cost of compliance for small, low-risk businesses often overshadows best intentions. “Everyone deserves to expect a safe working environment – no matter the workplace. … Read more
Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers welcomes today’s announcement that the Reserve Bank will be reviewing its capital requirements, which have been costing farmers a fortune. “The current rules are overly conservative and among the strictest in the world,” Federated Farmers banking spokesperson Richard McIntyre says. “That’s why Federated Farmers have been so vocal on this issue … Read more
Source: Business Canterbury Business Canterbury welcomes today’s announcement by Workplace Relations and Safety Minister, Hon Brooke van Velden, that will see significant reforms to health and safety legislation, providing much-needed red tape relief for businesses across Canterbury. Business Canterbury Chief Executive, Leeann Watson says, “The reforms represent the most substantial changes to health and safety since … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police can now release the name of the woman who died following a crash in Naenae on Thursday 27 March. She was 60-year-old Vanessa Rithia Houpapa, of Naenae. Police extend our condolences to her family and friends during this difficult time. A 25-year-old woman is due to reappear in … Read more
Source: Samsung Ground-breaking new vacuum cleaner unveiled at Samsung’s annual global launch event is now ready to expand to the global market AUCKLAND, New Zealand – March 31, 2025 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the global rollout of the Bespoke AI Jet Ultra, the world’s most powerful cordless stick vacuum cleaner, which was … Read more
Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Transporting New Zealand has welcomed the detail provided by Minister for Rail Winston Peters in today’s procurement update about Cook Strait ferries. “It is positive that the road freight industry has some certainty around the Cook Strait connection. This includes a Christmas 2029 deadline for delivery of two new vessels, the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Institute of Safety Management Health and safety professionals say the Government has squandered an opportunity to make serious inroads into New Zealand’s appalling workplace health and safety record. “The reform plan announced today is underwhelming and unambitious,” said Mike Cosman, New Zealand Institute of Safety Management Chair. “The Government has missed a golden … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency 31 March 2025 3:32 pm | NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) advises State Highway 11 is closed near Haruru due to a fatal crash. The closure is between the State Highway 10/SH11 intersection at Puketona and Haruru and is expected to remain in place … Read more
Source: ACT Party Welcoming the Reserve Bank’s review of banking capital requirements, Mark Cameron – who represents ACT on the select committee inquiry into banking practices – says: “ACT Party has been sounding the alarm about these rules since 2019, so we’re glad to see the Reserve Bank finally take notice. “These rules are driving up … Read more
Source: New Zealand Labour Party April 1 used to be a day when workers could count on a pay rise with stronger support for those doing it tough, but that’s not the case under this Government. “April 1 is now a painful reminder of how much more Kiwi families are being forced to pay,” Labour … Read more
Source: New Zealand Labour Party Winston Peters is shopping for smaller ferries after Nicola Willis torpedoed the original deal, which would have delivered new rail enabled ferries next year. “Instead of scoring two ferries for $551 million, Winston Peters has informed us he will progress with two smaller ferries but has no contract, or costs,” … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is encouraging New Zealanders, particularly in rural areas, to share their views on proposed regulations to improve the management of farm plastic waste, Environment Minister Penny Simmonds says. “The proposal – an industry-led initiative – would bring the existing Agrecovery and Plasback programmes into a single national recycling system, … Read more
Source: Fonterra Co-operative Group Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd today announces the appointment of Elizabeth (Liz) Coutts ONZM as Chair-elect of Mainland Group, the proposed divestment entity of Fonterra’s global Consumer business. An internationally recognised director and executive, Liz is currently Chair of ASX and NZX-listed companies EBOS Group Ltd (ASX/NZX:EBO) and Oceania Healthcare Limited … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) A section of State Highway 11 near Haruru has been closed due to a fatal crash. Police are in attendance at the crash involving a truck and vehicle on Puketona Road / State Highway 11. The crash was reported at 2.27pm. Sadly, the driver of the vehicle has died … Read more
Source: Heritage New Zealand A new episode of Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga’s Aotearoa Unearthed series of podcasts looking at archaeology in New Zealand is now available to download. Entitled Queerying Archaeology, podcast host Dr Rosemary Baird talks with the organisation’s Policy Team Archaeologist Victoria Trow, about how taking a queer feminist approach to archaeology … Read more
Source: Port Marlborough Port Marlborough is pleased to acknowledge the Government’s announcement today with the news that cabinet has confirmed the plan for two new rail ferries to enter service in 2029. For the past 15 months following the cancellation of the iReX project, Port Marlborough has collaborated with government to develop options that will ensure … Read more
Source: Hapai Te Hauora Online casinos are illegally targeting Māori through influencer content – and Hāpai Te Hauora is backing the DIA’s crackdown as a crucial first step in protecting our communities. Recent reports have revealed a surge in Māori influencers being used to promote online casinos – a tactic that directly exploits Māori communities already … Read more
Source: MetService Covering period of Monday 31st March – Thursday 3rd April – As another month with below-average rainfall comes to a close, MetService is forecasting a wet and warm second half of the week. This is as a large weather system approaches from the Tasman Sea, bringing with it much-needed rainfall to parched areas … Read more
Source: Workers First Union Despite multiple attempts to resolve the issue through mediation, IPL continues to offer the bonus only to non-union employees, a decision that Workers First says is unlawful under the Employment Relations Act 2000. “Our members are taking strike action today after being denied the same rights as their colleagues because they’ve chosen … Read more
Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation On Tuesday, New Zealand Nurses Organisation Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa (NZNO) BUPA members will be making a stand on behalf of their communities over fears planned restructuring will harm the safety of residents. The rally is part of a response to proposed nationwide changes by BUPA and other major aged … Read more
Source: Walk Without Fear Trust The Walk Without Fear Trust strongly supports the Government’s newly announced sentencing reforms aimed at ensuring real consequences for serious crime and repeat offending. The Trust, which advocates for safer communities, justice for victims, and proportionate, meaningful consequences for offenders, believes the reforms are a vital step toward deterring repeat … Read more