Survey results show continued high levels of trust and confidence in Police

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) New Zealand Police is pleased to see an increase in trust and confidence in the latest results from the Police component of the annual Ministry of Justice New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey (NZCVS). The Police Module, which measures the public’s perceptions, experiences, and views about New Zealand Police, … Read more

INVESTMENT SUMMIT: Next steps to increase investment

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has decided on the next steps to establish Invest New Zealand (Invest NZ) including its scope and mandate to drive a significant increase in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) to New Zealand, Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay announced today. “Cabinet has directed Invest NZ to provide the certainty international investors need … Read more

Permanent works underway to repair an underslip at Devil’s Corner on SH2

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency More than 500 truckloads of earth have been removed from the largest recovery site at Devil’s Elbow, as work onsite progresses. This recovery site, known as Devil’s Corner, on State Highway 2 north of Napier, is the final project underway in the 5km Devil’s Elbow area, following extensive damage caused … Read more

EIT student’s passion for wine takes her to Italy on Bragato Exchange | EIT Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology – Tairāwhiti 6 minutes ago Elise Williams love for wine science is taking her beyond the vineyards of Hawke’s Bay and into the heart of Italy, thanks to the prestigious Wine-Searcher Bragato Exchange Scholarship. The 23-year-old is in her final year of the Bachelor of Viticulture and Wine Science at … Read more

New procurement rules hurt low-income workers

Source: Council of Trade Unions – CTU New draft government procurement guidelines will remove living wage protections for thousands of low-paid workers in Aotearoa New Zealand, said NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi President Richard Wagstaff. “The Minister of Finance Nicola Willis has proposed a new rule saying that the Living Wage no longer needs to be … Read more

Procurement proposals pose risk to people and planet

Source: Green Party The Green Party is concerned by the impact the Government’s proposed changes to procurement processes could have on people and planet. “These proposals are nothing more than an attempt to weaken workers’ rights and erode environmental protections,” says Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson.  “Instead of undermining the accountability and responsibility Government agencies … Read more

The buzz in Old Papatoetoe

Source: Auckland Council Old soul, new life. Anyone who has been to Old Papatoetoe will know that there’s a lot happening in the neighbourhood now. Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board deputy chair Vi Hausia, a local of Papatoetoe, shares, “Exciting changes are underway in Old Papatoetoe! This is something we’ve worked towards for years, and now we’re … Read more

Update: Missing Wellington teenager located

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Location: Wellington The 17-year-old Police were working to locate in the Karori area has been located and is safe. Police would like to thank members of the public who reported information which led to us locating him. ENDS Issues by Police Media Centre MIL OSI

Update: Missing teenager Wellington

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Location: Wellington The 17-year-old Police were working to locate in the Karori area has been located and is safe. Police would like to thank members of the public who reported information which led to us locating him. ENDS Issues by Police Media Centre MIL OSI

Can you help identify this man?

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a man following an indecent assault aboard a bus in Grey Lynn. This incident occurred just after 8am on bus 18 travelling along Great North Road. Detective Senior Sergeant Martin Friend, of Auckland City Crime Squad, says a man got on … Read more

INVESTMENT SUMMIT: Tax change for incoming talent to boost growth

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is proposing changes to tax rules which will contribute to encouraging investment in New Zealand, Revenue Minister Simon Watts says.“We want New Zealand to be a country that attracts and welcomes the sort of talented people who will help grow our economy. “When we attract Kiwis home or bring in … Read more

Police acknowledge sentencing on charges of grooming for sexual conduct

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Sergeant Carey Priest: Police acknowledge the sentencing handed down to Jason Shepherd in October 2024, who until recently had name suppression. Shepherd was sentenced to 10 and a half month’s home detention after pleading guilty to charges of grooming for sexual conduct with a young person … Read more

Man charged with murder in Hokowhitu homicide

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Dave Thompson: A man is due in court today in Palmerston North charged with murder following an incident in the city yesterday. Police were called to a Te Awe Awe Street address in Hokowhitu just after 8am on 11 March, where they located a … Read more

Just six Government MPs needed to pass Unlawful Occupation of Palestine Sanctions Bill

Source: Green Party With Labour and Te Pāti Māori’s official support, Opposition parties are officially aligned to progress Green Party co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick’s Member’s Bill to sanction Israel for its unlawful presence in Palestine. “All we need now is just six Government MPs. If six MPs from National, NZ First or ACT use their conscience, … Read more

From global fame to local success: Pūteketeke colony flourishes

Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Date: 12 Mar 2025 At the heart of the Mackenzie lakes district, a huge nesting colony of an internationally-famous bird — the pūteketeke/crested grebe — is a great indicator of community action and how nature can respond positively when we care for our lakes. One of the most encouraging examples … Read more

Media are invited to the 382 Hon Anne Tolley Police recruit wing graduation

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) What:     Graduation of the New Zealand Police Hon Anne Tolley 382 Recruit Wing.Who:      For families and friends to celebrate with the newly attested police officers.Why:      Graduation after completion of their initial training course at the RNZPC.Where:  Te Rauparaha Arena, 17 Parumoana Street, Porirua.When:   Thursday … Read more

Stats NZ information release: Electronic card transactions: February 2025

Source: Statistics New Zealand Electronic card transactions: February 2025 – 12 March 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

Stats NZ information release: Ethnicity, culture, and identity: 2023 Census

Source: Statistics New Zealand Ethnicity, culture, and identity: 2023 Census – 12 March 2025 – Ethnicity, culture, and identity: 2023 Census provides 18 new Aotearoa Data Explorer tables relating to ethnicity, birthplace, languages spoken, and religious affiliation. These are combined with age, gender, occupation, and total personal income, and grouped by geographic area and census year. … Read more

Stats NZ information release: New Zealand index of socioeconomic deprivation: 2023 Census

Source: Statistics New Zealand New Zealand index of socioeconomic deprivation: 2023 Census – 12 March 2025 – New Zealand index of socioeconomic deprivation: 2023 Census provides 18 new Aotearoa Data Explorer tables on the 2023 New Zealand index of socioeconomic deprivation (NZDep2023). NZDep2023 is a small area measure of socioeconomic deprivation. It is created by the … Read more

Speech at FinTechNZ Hui Taumata 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Tēnā koutou katoa.Good morning and thank you to FintechNZ for having me here today.Thank you especially to executive director Jason Roberts, and for putting together such fabulous event.It is wonderful to be speaking to such a large audience. I am told there are nearly 400 attendees today, which speaks to the … Read more

Going For Growth: new procurement rules

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is proposing changes to procurement rules to make it easier for New Zealand businesses to win government contracts that are collectively worth more than $50 billion a year, Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis says.“The changes include introducing a new economic benefit test and scrapping 24 rules that put unnecessary … Read more

New gas well example of potential in mature fields

Source: New Zealand Government A new production well in the Pohokura gas-condensate field is a technical feat and demonstrates the potential for further development of mature fields, Resources Minister Shane Jones says. Mr Jones visited the Pohokura Production Station in Taranaki this morning to see the new gas well turned on. The Pohokura Onshore Well … Read more

Explore the seafloor: new interactive maps to be launched in Akaroa

Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council The maps are the result of extensive fieldwork and modelling, and will help rūnanga, communities and agencies make more informed decisions about ecosystem management. Our chief scientist, Dr Fiona Shanhun, said that this resource represents a significant collaborative effort to help enhance the way we look after coastal marine ecosystems, … Read more

Who’s the Moth to Beat?

Source: Auckland Council Howick are you ready for another outstanding year for the Pest Free Howick Ward (PFHW) Moth Plant Pod Competition 2025! But wait, there’s more…things are a bit different this year. The run down There are now THREE exciting categories: Early Childhood Education (ECE), Whole School (Primary, Intermediate, and Secondary), and Open. The … Read more

Universities – Billion-dollar business lessons from a Kiwi entrepreneur – UoA

Source: University of Auckland (UoA) An entrepreneur at the helm of a billion-dollar business is bringing his hard-earned knowledge back to the Business School. Big news for budding business students: Jamie Beaton, the youngest New Zealander to build a billion-dollar company, is returning to where it all started at the country’s top-ranked tertiary institution, the … Read more

Unlocking economic growth through science

Source: New Zealand Government Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti announced that New Zealand will see the benefits of the science reforms in 2025. “We are moving quickly on changes to New Zealand’s science and innovation system which will maximise the value of government funding and drive economic growth,” says Dr Reti.  “To … Read more

Clarifying Corrections’ management of EM bail

Source: New Zealand Government Legislation that ensures Corrections can continue to manage those on electronic monitoring bail efficiently and effectively has passed through Parliament today, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says.“Since 2013, the courts have generally authorised Corrections to approve requests for defendants to leave their address for specified purposes, like doctors’ visits.“Corrections has a safe … Read more