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Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets New Zealanders are a step closer to being able to build a granny flat of up to 70 square metres in their backyard following the successful first reading of the Building and Construction (Small Standalone Dwellings) Bill in Parliament. “It’s currently far too hard to build the homes … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Wellington Police are continuing to appeal for sightings of missing man Michael, who was reported missing on 19 May. Police and Michael’s family are becoming increasingly concerned for his safety. It has now been established that the last known sighting of him was on CCTV at the intersection of Bouverie Street … Read more
Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets Investment Boost has passed into law, meaning a major new tax incentive to encourage businesses to invest, grow the economy, and lift wages is now in place, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. “Investment Boost takes effect immediately. This means businesses that go out today and buy machinery … Read more
Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets Regulation Minister David Seymour welcomes the passing of a Bill for transparent and principled lawmaking, with the Regulatory Standards Bill passing its first reading in Parliament today. “New Zealand’s low wages can be blamed on low productivity, and low productivity can be blamed on poor regulation. To … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police have arrested a man committing a string of burglaries this morning in Napier, in what a local officer is calling great back-to-basics Police work. Senior Sergeant Su Robinson, Napier Response Manager, says: “At around 8am, a male was seen trying to open a person’s garage door, before leaving in a … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police are actively pursuing positive leads to locate the person involved in an incident in Tauranga, during which a driver allegedly brandished a knife at another motorist. Western Bay of Plenty Relieving Area Commander Inspector Logan Marsh said Police are taking the incident seriously and are conscious of information suggesting it … Read more
Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets The Coalition Government is seeking feedback on proposed regulatory options for the development of naturally occurring and orange hydrogen, an overlooked resource that could drive economic growth, energy resilience and innovation. A discussion document launched for consultation today rules out a blanket approach to Crown ownership of … Read more
Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 May 2025 – Asian countries are navigating uncertainty amidst the U.S. tariff pause. The region runs a large trade surplus with the U.S., and many countries’ economies rely heavily on exports. Now, the Asian states have about seven weeks left to negotiate new … Read more
Source: Media Outreach RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 May 2025 – Carta, the software platform purpose-built for private capital, today announced its Financial Services Permission (FSP) from ADGM’s Financial Services Authority (FSRA), unlocking a new phase of growth in Middle East and North Africa (MENA). This milestone significantly advances Carta’s global … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police are issuing a reminder to the Rodney community to be vigilant with items being stolen from building sites and new builds. Waitematā North Police have seen an increase in Gas califonts being stolen recently. Area Prevention Manager Senior Sergeant Roger Small says they are simple to remove and easy to … Read more
Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets The Government is backing the grassroots work of Rural Women New Zealand – the people who support and connect rural families, communities, and businesses across the country. Budget 2025 includes a $250,000 investment for the 2025/26 financial year to help the organisation expand its reach during its … Read more
Source: NZSA Applications are now open for the CLNZ | NZSA Research Grants to help writers research a fiction or non-fiction writing project. Kua tuwhera ināianei ngā tono mō ngā Karāti Rangahau o te CLNZ | NZSA hei āwhina atu māu e rangahau tō hinonga, tō kōrero paki, tō kōrero pono rānei. Four grants valued … Read more
Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets The Government is backing farmers to lift on-farm productivity and improve land management through investment in catchment groups that support practical, locally-led solutions. Agriculture Minister Todd McClay and Associate Environment and Agriculture Minister Andrew Hoggard says Budget 2025 commits $36 million over four years through MPI’s On … Read more
Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets The Government is tackling the spread of wilding pines and backing rural resilience with a 20 per cent increase in funding this year – taking the total direct investment this coming year to $12 million. Agriculture and Forestry Minister Todd McClay, and Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard says … Read more
Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets The Government is securing the backbone of rural New Zealand by supporting the volunteers and communities that bring A&P shows to life, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay says.Budget 2025 delivers $400,000 over four years to support more than 90 A&P shows across the country, providing each with a … Read more
Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets The Government is investing in the wellbeing of rural communities through a new fund that backs practical, on-the-ground programmes designed to build resilience and support the 360,000 hard working men and women who power our primary sector. Agriculture Minister Todd McClay says Budget 2025 provides $2 million … Read more
Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets The Government is investing $246 million in a new fund over four years through Budget 2025 to supercharge growth and productivity in New Zealand’s world-leading food and fibre sector, Agriculture and Forestry Minister Todd McClay announced today. The new Primary Sector Growth Fund (PSGF) replaces the former … Read more
Source: Police investigating after shots fired at Hastings house Ruahine Forest Park’s majestic beech forests and delicate understories are home to taonga species, yet these ecosystems are under pressure from browsing wild deer. But a new approach is taking root—one that brings communities, iwi, hunters and conservationists together to restore this cherished place. ??? ” … Read more
Source: PSA The Government’s decision to slash over 620 jobs at Kāinga Ora is another devastating blow to vulnerable communities, especially Māori and Pacific whānau who are overrepresented in the housing crisis. The cuts include essential frontline roles, such as those in call centres and tenant support, who work every day with whānau in desperate need … Read more
Source: NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi Budget 2025 takes $12.8bn from low-income, female dominated workforces to prop up the Government’s failed economic policies, said NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi Economist Craig Renney. “The Government has promised this would be a growth budget, yet it has effectively cut the wages of low-income women workers. We know that one of … Read more
Source: MetService Covering period of Thursday 22nd – Monday 26th May – Weather set to turn on Sunday: • Foggy and frosty in places this morning (Thursday)• Settled weather for most to end the work week• Potentially severe weather from Sunday• Warmer nights early next week Most of New Zealand will … Read more
Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets The Government is sharpening its focus and support for New Zealand’s world-leading food and fibre producers through Budget 2025 – backing the growth and resilience of our largest and most Important sector. Agriculture Minister Todd McClay says Budget 2025 confirms $4.95 billion in continuing baseline funding over … Read more
Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets Retired High Court Judge Jan-Marie Doogue has been appointed chairperson of the New Zealand Parole Board, Attorney-General Judith Collins announced today. “I welcome the appointment of someone with Justice Doogue’s legal acumen and administrative experience to this demanding role,” Ms Collins says. Justice Doogue began her legal career with Cairns … Read more
Source: General Practice Owners Association (GenPro) The General Practice Owners Association says patient fees could rise by 10 percent or more this year just to cover costs after the Budget did nothing to fix a funding and retention crisis in primary healthcare. GenPro Chair Dr Angus Chambers said the Budget was a missed opportunity and … Read more
Source: Retirement Commission Te Ara Ahunga Ora The Retirement Commissioner welcomes news the Government is making changes to KiwiSaver which early estimates suggest will leave more New Zealanders with more money saved for their retirement. Announced in the Budget 2025, employee and employer contributions to KiwiSaver will move to 3.5% from 1 April 2026 and … Read more
Source: Prostate Cancer Foundation The Prostate Cancer Foundation will continue the fight to save men’s lives after the Budget failed to fund an early detection pilot for prostate cancer. President Danny Bedingfield said “we have been talking to the last government and now the new government for the last two years on funding two regional … Read more
Source: Media Release On behalf of: Finance and Expenditure Committee For release: 23 May 2025 Have your say on the Financial Markets (Conduct of Institutions) Amendment (Duty to Provide Financial Services) Amendment BillThe Chairperson of the Finance and Expenditure Committee is calling for submissions on the Financial Markets (Conduct of Institutions) Amendment (Duty … Read more