Pharmac to change brand of fulvestrant injection for New Zealanders with breast cancer

October 30, 2025

Source: PHARMAC

Pharmac has confirmed a change in the funded brand of fulvestrant injection, a medicine used to treat certain types of breast cancer.

From 1 December 2025, the funded brand will change to Fulvestrant EVER Pharma (InterPharma). Faslodex will be delisted on 1 May 2026, and Fulvestrant EVER Pharma will then hold Principal Supply Status until 30 June 2028.

“Fulvestrant is the only funded selective oestrogen receptor degrader (SERD) available in New Zealand. Ensuring an appropriate brand of fulvestrant is funded, as well as maintaining continuity of supply is critical for the health and wellbeing of people undergoing treatment,” says Pharmac’s Director Pharmaceuticals Adrienne Martin.

The change follows consultation through the 2024/25 annual Pharmac Tender. To improve transparency around the annual tender process, Pharmac introduced an additional engagement step in 2024/25. As part of this, we engaged with medical professionals, patient advocacy groups, consumers, suppliers, and professional bodies to get their feedback on support required for any brand changes to funded medicines.

Pharmac received over 30 responses, including feedback specific to fulvestrant.

“We heard concerns about safety, tolerability, and treatment continuity,” says Martin.

“We took these concerns seriously and worked with clinicians and consumers in Australia, where multiple generic brands of fulvestrant are available, to understand how the generic brands are used and their experiences with them.

“The feedback we received from patient advocacy groups, clinicians, and suppliers directly informed our selection of the preferred supplier.”

Fulvestrant EVER Pharma does not require refrigeration, which may reduce injection site discomfort and improve ease of use. Most people will not notice any difference in how the medicine is given or how it works. It is approved and widely used in Australia, and it meets the internationally agreed standards for safety, quality and efficacy.

Pharmac is committed to supporting both health professionals and people receiving treatment through this change. Educational materials, brand comparison charts, and patient information leaflets will be available on the Pharmac and Healthify websites. Health professionals are encouraged to discuss the change with patients.

If people experience any issues with the new brand, there are pathways in place within the Exceptional Circumstances framework to access an alternative if clinically necessary.

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Warrant to arrest: Norman Talo

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October 30, 2025

Source: New Zealand Police

Police are appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of Norman Talo, 50, who has a warrant for his arrest.

Police believe someone may have information on his whereabouts.

Talo is thought to be in the wider Auckland area.

Anyone with information is urged not to approach him and instead to call 111 immediately and quote file number 241018/9095.

Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

ENDS.

Amanda Wieneke/NZ Police

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Economics – RBNZ opens consultation on DTA Standards exposure drafts

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October 30, 2025

Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua

30 October 2025 – The Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua has opened consultation on exposure drafts of four standards to support the implementation of the Deposit Takers Act 2023 (DTA).

The DTA modernises New Zealand’s regulatory framework for deposit takers, helping to ensure their safety and soundness, and supporting a stable financial system that New Zealanders can trust.

Exposure drafts are preliminary versions of legislation released for stakeholder feedback before being finalised, explains Director of Prudential Policy, Jess Rowe.

“This consultation builds on extensive engagement with industry and the public throughout 2024 and 2025,” Ms Rowe says. “We are now seeking technical feedback from stakeholders to ensure the exposure drafts align with the policy intent.”

This feedback will help identify any technical issues before the standards are finalised.

Consultation on the DTA Standards will be delivered in three tranches, with the first tranche published today. It includes exposure drafts for the following standards:

Liquidity Standard
Depositor Compensation Scheme (DCS) Standard
Lending Standard
Incorporation outside New Zealand Standard

DTA Standards exposure drafts (tranche 1) – Citizen Space: https://govt.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=bd316aa7ee4f5679c56377819&id=84feac4fea&e=f3c68946f8

Consultation on tranches two and three of the exposure drafts will open in February 2026 and June 2026 respectively.

DTA Standards will come into effect on 1 December 2028. The DTA will replace existing prudential legislation with a single regulatory regime for all deposit takers.

DTA timeline – Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua: https://govt.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=bd316aa7ee4f5679c56377819&id=904d935ccc&e=f3c68946f8

Consultation also opens on Group Supervision Policy under the DTA

A companion paper has also been published seeking feedback on our Group Supervision Policy under the DTA. This policy consultation was foreshadowed in the non-core standards consultation paper released in August 2024.

This outlines how we propose to supervise New Zealand deposit takers in group structures, particularly those that have subsidiaries that operate overseas. We welcome submissions on the policy.

Group Supervision Policy under the DTA – Citizen Space: https://govt.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=bd316aa7ee4f5679c56377819&id=2d9a26ba7f&e=f3c68946f8

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University Research – Mass claims, mixed results: the class action dilemma – UoA

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October 30, 2025

Source: University of Auckland (UoA)

With class actions making headlines, researchers are asking whether they deliver fair compensation and deter repeat offending.

Mass class actions for personal injury claims don’t always deliver justice for victims or deter wrongdoing, research suggests.

In a journal article, Auckland Law School’s Nikki Chamberlain and Professor Michael Legg (University of New South Wales) examine how class actions, which enable groups with similar claims to pursue a case collectively, operate in Australia and New Zealand.

They say that while class actions can compensate claimants and deter wrongdoing to some extent, significant issues hinder their effectiveness; ‘class actions are necessary, but often not sufficient’, they write.

Although large compensation payments are often awarded, these payments can come years after the wrongdoing was committed, which is particularly problematic when personal injury is involved.

Ultimately, says Chamberlain, this raises questions about whether there’s a more effective way to remedy mass damages, and her ongoing research digs deeper into options, including New Zealand’s regulatory approach under the Accident Compensation Act.

In the article, published in the bimonthly journal, Laws, Chamberlain and Legg analyse the Australian and New Zealand class action systems, prior research, and three case studies.

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Climate – Nationwide study reveals escalating flood risk – Earth Sciences

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October 30, 2025

Source: Earth Sciences New Zealand

New research led by Earth Sciences New Zealand reveals that more than 750,000 New Zealanders live in locations exposed to flooding from one-in-100-year rainfall flooding events. And this number could increase to more than 900,000 with a further 3 degrees of warming due to climate change.

Around $235 billion worth of buildings across the country are exposed, which could rise to $288 billion if there is 3 degrees of additional warming.

26,800 kms of the nation’s roads, 14,100 kms of stormwater pipelines and 21% of national grid sites (e.g. substations) are also exposed to flooding under New Zealand’s current climate. This could rise to 30,800 kms, 15,400 kms and 29%, respectively, with 3 degrees of warming.

“Our country’s flood risk is increasing, and not just in places where we can remember floods occurring. This is partly due to climate change – we know rainfall intensity is increasing across Aotearoa, with more rain falling in shorter periods. Rapid urban intensification is another contributing factor,” says Dr Emily Lane, the programme leader and principal hazards scientist at Earth Sciences NZ.

The research revealed significant regional variations in exposure, ranging from 8% of people in Taranaki exposed to one-in-100-year rainfall events under the current climate to 34% on the West Coast.

The findings come from the culmination of a five-year research programme looking at flood risk across Aotearoa New Zealand. The programme involved wide-ranging collaboration with other research organisations, universities, councils, central government agencies and industry.

A major output of the project is the country’s first nationally consistent flood hazard viewer. The researchers applied a consistent method for flood modelling from 1% annual exceedance probability (AEP) rainfall to create new maps for 256 flood plains around the country. It is the first time rainfall flood maps covering different regions of the country can be viewed in a single online tool. The mapping workflow was carried out for New Zealand’s current climate and then repeated for the three climate change scenarios (+1, +2 and +3 degrees of additional warming), compared with the current climate.

“Increasing extreme rainfall due to climate change is one of the biggest and most impactful hazards faced by New Zealand. The building of our towns and flood defences have been shaped by historical floods that are no longer a reliable guide to the future. Predicting how flood risk is going to change is important to ensure we can protect people and places that we value in the most cost-effective way,” says Dr Sam Dean, principal climate scientist at Earth Sciences NZ.

“Our new flood hazard viewer provides a clearer view across the country of which communities are at greatest risk from flooding, now and as the climate changes. The tool can be used to support risk assessments and adaptation investment decisions,” says Dr Dean.

The new flood hazard viewer provides a bird’s-eye view (to street level) to identify areas most at risk – supporting national policy development and risk assessment and helping to make a national case for prioritisation and investment planning. It also fills gaps for locations that don’t already have this information. As the first nationally consistent view of flood hazard available to New Zealanders, it is a significant first step towards a national flood map that will be able to provide property-level information about risk.

Dr Lane says Earth Sciences NZ’s tool is complementary to localised maps already developed by many of New Zealand’s regional and unitary councils.

“It does not replace them. Local and regional flood models can provide the precision needed to understand property-level risk and to design infrastructure,” she says.

Graeme Campbell, River Management Advisor for Te Uru Kahika – Regional and Unitary Councils Aotearoa, has been involved throughout the project.

“In New Zealand, detailed local flood hazard maps are made available by local government agencies and provide essential information for local decision-making. Regional and unitary councils will continue to make these maps available, and the new national tool produced by Earth Sciences NZ does not replace these local flood hazard maps.

“Instead, it adds value by providing information where there are currently gaps and improving the comparability of flood hazard assessments nationwide. Recognising the importance of local flood knowledge and expertise, Earth Sciences NZ has engaged closely with regional council river managers and scientists for the duration of this five-year research program,” he says

Another important part of this research programme, led by Professor Iain White and Associate Professor Silvia Serrao-Neumann of the University of Waikato, involved bringing together river managers, iwi, government agencies, financial institutions and stakeholders. This enabled the research team to ensure that programme outputs would be useable and useful, to explore adaptation options under changing climate conditions, and to design new ways to make decisions, taking into account climate and socio-economic projections.

“Flood risk management is handled differently in different regions, and, to date, there’s no consistent way to assess current flood risk or how this might change under climate change. Local and regional governments also vary in how they manage and reduce these risks. Our research helps to address this by providing a consistent and coordinated approach to understanding, measuring, and communicating flood risk at a national-level,” says Associate Professor Serrao-Neumann.

“Having consistent information is crucial for others to act to manage their own risk – from business to communities to infrastructure providers. This tool helps enable consistent processes for modelling and provides the foundation on which to build national-scale resilience. Providing certainty to decision makers will help avoid passing liabilities to current and future generations,” says Professor White.

The five-year research programme, titled Mā te haumaru o ngā puna wai o Rākaihautū ka ora mō ake tonu, also included a detailed look at complex social interactions for communities affected by flooding, including with programme partners Wairewa Rūnanga.

More on this part of the project will follow.

Can I access the flood exposure data for New Zealand and regions?

Please note that this is part of a larger dataset that will be released later this year alongside a report into the exposure modelling methodology.

What does one-in-100-year rainfall or 1% AEP mean?

One-in-100-year rainfall is also called 1% annual exceedance probability (AEP). It means that in any year, there is a 1%, or one in 100, chance of an event that size occurring at that location. It’s important to note that if flooding from a 1% AEP rainfall event happens, it doesn’t mean you’re off the hook for the rest of the century – each year, the risk effectively resets, meaning 1% AEP events can happen several times in the same 100-year period. And as our climate warms and heavy rainfall becomes more intense, what is currently a 1% AEP event will occur more frequently.

When are +1, +2 and +3 degrees of additional warming expected to occur?

Timeframes for additional warming compared with our current climate are uncertain as we don’t yet know how future global greenhouse gas emissions will track. Based on the latest climate projections for New Zealand, 1 degree of additional warming may occur by 2029 (under a higher emissions scenario; SSP585) and by 2042 (under a low scenario; SSP126). Two degrees of additional warming could occur by 2056 under SSP585 or by 2074 under SSP245. Three degrees of additional warming could occur by around 2076 under SSP585. Lower emissions scenarios (SSP245 and SSP126) do not reach 3 degrees of extra warming through to the end of the century. If the world was to achieve the lowest future emissions scenario (SSP126) – which is possible but unlikely based on current trajectories – we would stay within around 1 degree of additional warming by the end of the century. You can find an explainer on Shared Socioeconomic Pathways (SSPs) here: https://www.carbonbrief.org/explainer-how-shared-socioeconomic-pathways-explore-future-climate-change/

How does this tool differ from flood maps already available from councils?

Flood hazard can be assessed in a variety of ways and using a range of variables, all of which can give different results. For instance, many council maps provide information at individual property level, which this tool does not. Some maps incorporate flooding from the sea, such as sea-level rise and storm surge inundation (our viewer only shows flooding from rainfall events). Furthermore, flood maps can be created at different resolutions and using different AEPs, and models may include bespoke calibrations that individually address details such as missing culverts or flood defences.

How does this tool differ from the National Flood Map announced recently by the Minister for Climate Change?

The National Flood Map will be based on a national flood model, a national coastal inundation model, and regional and local flood information. It will be the definitive source of information for understanding flood risk both now and in the future.

The work done to date on this flood hazard viewer can provide an important stepping stone towards this National Flood Map. We hope that this work will underpin and vastly speed up the process, so that all New Zealanders get access to a single source of information they can rely on when understanding their hazard risk.

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Glyphosate residue limits to stay at 0.1mg/kg for wheat, barley and oats, with restrictions introduced on permitted use

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October 30, 2025

Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries

After carefully considering industry, stakeholder, and public feedback on a proposal to change maximum residue levels (MRLs) for glyphosate in wheat, barley and oats, New Zealand Food Safety has decided to set a limit of 0.1mg/kg (the same as the current default level) and to restrict the permitted use of glyphosate for these arable crops.

The decision reflects recent changes in how New Zealand growers are using glyphosate, says New Zealand Food Safety deputy director-general Vincent Arbuckle.

“Consequently, we’ve decided the existing glyphosate MRL of 0.1mg/kg is appropriate and can be set as the limit moving forward.

“Although we are confident the proposed limits would not have presented any health risks to consumers, after considering more than 3,100 submissions and meeting with a broad range of submitters and stakeholders, we found compelling evidence that the way glyphosate is used in New Zealand has changed over the past 5 to 6 years.

“Growers and millers have increasingly entered into contractual arrangements that require no, or extremely low, glyphosate residues in grains used for food, effectively prohibiting pre-harvest use of glyphosate.

“For dry field peas, we have decided to set the MRL at 6mg/kg as proposed. This is in line with industry agricultural practice and aligns with the Australian, European Union (EU), United Kingdom (UK) and Codex MRLs of 10mg/kg for dry peas, and the United States’ 8mg/kg limit. Dry field peas are a relatively small crop in New Zealand, and the majority of product is exported to markets with similar MRLs,” Mr Arbuckle says.

To ensure that industry practice is maintained and controlled, New Zealand Food Safety will require (through labelling changes) that when glyphosate is used on wheat, barley, and oats grown for human consumption, it can only be applied before crops emerge. It will no longer be allowed to be applied directly onto cereal crops grown for human consumption.

Agricultural chemicals, like glyphosate, are critical for farmers and growers, Mr Arbuckle says.

“They help manage outbreaks of pests and diseases, they reduce the risks to plant and animal health, and they help keep food prices down, because crops and animals can produce more when there are fewer pests.”

New Zealand Food Safety regularly reviews MRLs and always consults over proposed changes. You can read the summary of submissions here:

Proposed amendments to the New Zealand Food Notice: Maximum Residue Levels for Agricultural Compounds

Find out more

How safe levels are set for chemical residues in food

Glyphosate in food

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Local Cleaning Company Introduces Hyper Steam Carpet Cleaning in Christchurch

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October 30, 2025

Source: Press Release Service

Headline: Local Cleaning Company Introduces Hyper Steam Carpet Cleaning in Christchurch

Christchurch-based Hyper Carpet Cleaning launches its new Hyper Steam Carpet Cleaning technology, offering a deep, hygienic clean using advanced steam tools that minimise chemical and water use.

The post Local Cleaning Company Introduces Hyper Steam Carpet Cleaning in Christchurch first appeared on PR.co.nz.

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VIOMI Launches New AI Water Purifier “inno” in Malaysia, Appoints Shila Amzah as Brand Ambassador

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October 30, 2025

Source: Media Outreach

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 October 2025 – VIOMI, a leading global brand specializing in AI-driven water purification technology, officially launched its latest countertop AI water purifier, “inno”, in Malaysia. The launch event featured Malaysia’s renowned singer Shila Amzah, who was recently appointed as VIOMI’s Brand Ambassador. Shila attended the event in person, joining distinguished guests and media representatives to witness the debut of this innovative product that blends healthy hydration with intelligent technology.

Mr. Chen Xiaoping, Founder and CEO of VIOMI Technology, shared during his speech: “VIOMI is a NASDAQ-listed enterprise dedicated to advancing AI water purification technology. We are thrilled to introduce our latest innovation to Malaysia — a market we view as a vital part of our global expansion strategy.”

Addressing Malaysia’s Water Quality Challenges

Malaysia continues to face significant challenges related to heavy metal contamination and microplastic pollution. In response, VIOMI developed inno, a high-performance AI water purifier specifically designed for local water conditions. With enhanced filtration precision and intelligent adaptability, inno aims to provide Malaysian households with a safer, smarter, and more enjoyable drinking water experience.

A New Standard for Healthy Drinking Water

Equipped with advanced multi-stage filtration and AI-powered remineralization, inno not only removes harmful impurities but also infuses water with strontium — a beneficial mineral known for improving calcium absorption and supporting bone, teeth, and cardiovascular health.

The result is naturally smoother, sweeter-tasting water, making inno an ideal choice for families, including children and the elderly.

Elegant, Space-Saving Design

Designed for modern homes, inno features an ultra-slim, tankless body just 13cm thick, saving valuable countertop space while maintaining a sleek and minimalist aesthetic. It seamlessly fits into various interior styles, combining beauty, practicality, and convenience.

Smart Control at Your Fingertips

Through the VIOMI Smart App, users can easily monitor real-time water quality, filter lifespan, and temperature settings. The app also supports remote cooling activation and precise temperature control (adjustable by 1°C or 5°C), ideal for different usage scenarios such as making tea, coffee, or baby formula.

With UV sterilization and 6-stage precision filtration, inno ensures every drop is clean, mineral-balanced, and safe to drink.

Eco-Friendly and Economical

Inno delivers up to 3,600 liters of purified water, equivalent to reducing the use of over 7,000 plastic bottles. The filter replacement process is designed for user convenience — tool-free, quick, and easy, allowing for long-lasting performance and sustainability.

Shila Amzah: A Voice for Health and Style

At the event, Shila Amzah shared her enthusiasm for the partnership: “I’m delighted to represent VIOMI and to introduce a smart water purifier that truly cares about family health. Inno not only looks stylish, but also transforms our daily hydration into a healthier and more enjoyable experience.”

The VIOMI AI Water Purifier “inno” is now officially available in the Malaysian market. Consumers can enjoy a two-year warranty, along with free delivery and installation services.

For more information, please visit: https://sourl.cn/MUJrDs

Hashtag: #VIOMI

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

– Published and distributed with permission of Media-Outreach.com.

Joint Statement by the Foreign Ministers of the Nordic Countries (Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden) and New Zealand, 29 October 2025

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October 30, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government

[Joint Statement delivered by the Foreign Ministers of the Nordic Countries (Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden) and New Zealand, at the Nordic 5/New Zealand Foreign Minister’s meeting, Stockholm 29 October 2025]

At a time of intense geostrategic change, we, the Foreign Ministers of the five Nordic countries and New Zealand, wish to underline the alignment of our values, our commitment to international law and the careful management of geopolitical issues, as well as our firm commitment to sustainable economic development and partnerships.

We will continue to work collaboratively to uphold and strengthen the rules-based international order. The norms contained therein address significant issues – including global environment issues, security and disarmament, human rights, development, trade and economic issues – and contribute to their peaceful, equitable and just management. We reiterate in this context the important role of international courts and reaffirm our unwavering support for the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court.

We are all steadfast supporters of an effective and inclusive multilateral system, with the United Nations at its core, that delivers effective, measurable impact on the ground, where it is most needed. We strongly support an effective and fit-for-purpose United Nations. This is why we highlight ambitious and innovative reform under the UN80 initiative initiated by the UN Secretary-General. It is essential to enhance respect for the United Nations Charter, including the respect of the sovereignty and, territorial integrity of all states, and the prohibition on the threat and use of force in international relations.

We are deeply concerned about the proliferation of armed conflicts around the globe and will contribute to the best of our ability to the prevention, management, and peaceful resolution of conflicts.

We condemn Russia’s illegal and unprovoked war of aggression on Ukraine, which continues to inflict human suffering and has serious consequences for Euro-Atlantic and Indo-Pacific security. We support efforts to achieve a just and lasting peace in Ukraine, including by increasing pressure on Russia to reciprocate Ukraine’s call for a comprehensive ceasefire and engage in meaningful peace negotiations. Our support to Ukraine is unwavering. We reiterate the need to ensure accountability to bring justice to the victims and to uphold the international rules-based order. We are committed to working together to deprive Russia of revenue from its oil trade, and countering shadow fleet activity. We condemn deepening Russia-DPRK military cooperation, especially North Korea’s continued military support to Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine. We urge China to cease any material support to Russia’s war efforts as well as to prevent the circumvention of sanctions.

We very much welcome the agreement on the first phase of the Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict put forward by President Trump and call on all parties to fully implement the agreement without delay. We stand ready to contribute to the implementation of the plan. We have consistently urged all relevant parties to work towards the two-state solution, which is the only way to ensure security and prosperity for both Israelis and Palestinians. We call on all relevant parties to facilitate safe and unimpeded delivery of humanitarian aid and adhere to international law.

We value our dialogue and cooperation within the NATO framework, as Nordic NATO members and as one of the Indo-Pacific partners of NATO, recognising our shared defence, security, and resilience interests, including cooperation in the defence industry.

We are committed to an effective rules-based international trading system, with the WTO at its core. We look forward to advancing WTO reform at MC14. We welcome the instruments in place, such as the European Union – New Zealand Free Trade Agreement, the Agreement on Climate Change Trade and Sustainability, and the Future of Investment and Trade Partnership. We look forward to further exchanges on trade policy, including the anticipated EU-CPTPP Trade and Investment Dialogue, given our shared commitment to facilitating and boosting trade that delivers for our businesses and communities.

We are committed to fostering science, research, and innovation between our countries. We will look to engage together through initiatives like Horizon Europe.

We are all dependent on a strong bioeconomy. We seek to provide solutions for our people and through trade with others. We have shared interests in aquaculture recognising Nordic leadership and New Zealand’s growing capabilities and investment in the sector.

We look to collaborate in the lead-up to the International Polar Year (IPY) in 2032/33.

We welcome Nordic support for the Pacific, including through multilateral advocacy, and value our continued collaboration that supports Pacific priorities as set out in the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent.

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New Zealand expands sanctions on Russia’s oil industry and shadow fleet

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October 30, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government

Foreign Minister Winston Peters has announced a new round of sanctions targeting Russia’s oil trade while meeting with the Nordic 5 Foreign Ministers in Stockholm.

“New Zealand is sanctioning 65 shadow fleet vessels involved the shipment of Russian oil, a key source of revenue funding Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine,” Mr Peters says.

New Zealand has also sanctioned actors from Belarus, Iran, and North Korea, involved in refining and transporting Russian oil, and in facilitating oil-related payments.

“These actors are part of a broader network enabling the trade in Russian oil, undermining global efforts to curtail funding for Russia’s illegal war,” Mr Peters says.

“By targeting the oil supply chain, New Zealand is acting decisively in support of international efforts to bring Russia to the negotiating table.”

Since the Russia Sanctions Act came into force in March 2022, New Zealand has imposed sanctions on more than 1,900 individuals, entities, and vessels, alongside a range of trade measures. This is New Zealand’s 33rd round of Russia sanctions.

More information about New Zealand sanctions, travel bans, and export controls against Russia, as well as diplomatic, military and economic support for Ukraine, can be found on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade website here.

Note: The Government has implemented the following actions in response to Russia’s war against Ukraine:

Passed the historic Russia Sanctions Act under which New Zealand has implemented sanctions (including those announced today) targeting:

Vladimir Putin and key members of his inner circle.
Senior leadership of the Security Council of the Russian Federation.
All 620 members of the Russian parliament (State Duma and Federation Council).
All Russian Ministers and Governors.
More than 400 entities including state-owned enterprises, entities that are part of Russia’s military industrial complex, Donbas militia groups, and Belarusian defence entities.
More than 110 oligarchs and immediate family with close ties and influence with the Russian Government.
20 financial institutions, including Russia’s Central Bank.
7 Belarusian financial institutions.
62 individuals and entities involved in disinformation and cyber-attacks on Ukraine.
15 members of the Central Election Commission.
Almost 100 Russian-directed leaders in occupied Ukrainian regions.
The Commissioner for Children’s Rights in the Office of the President of the Russian Federation.
Iranian individuals and entities involved in the supply of Iranian military materiel to Russia for use in Ukraine.
Individuals and entities involved in the supply of DPRK military materiel to Russia for use in Ukraine.

Banned all Russian and Belarusian Government and military aircraft and vessels from NZ.

Banned exports to Russian and Belarusian military and security forces. 

Suspended bilateral foreign ministry consultations with Russia.

Endorsed the UK-initiated Call to Action on the “shadow fleet” engaged in sanctions circumvention by carrying Russian oil and gas. The Call to Action promotes compliance with international standards for maritime safety, environmental protection, and insurance.

Trade measures

Implemented a 35% tariff on all Russian imports to NZ.

Banned the import of Russian gold into NZ.

Significantly expanded the export ban on Russia and Belarus to cover more industrial products of strategic importance (by adding more than 700 new prohibited tariff lines).

Banned the import of Russian oil, gas, and coal.

Banned the export of oil exploration and oil production goods to Russia.

Banned the import from and export to Russia of certain luxury goods.

Implemented the oil price cap on Russian-origin oil, which has since been lowered to further restrict Russia’s revenue from energy exports.

Other assistance to Ukraine

Since Russia’s full-scale invasion on 24 February 2022, New Zealand has pledged over $168 million in financial assistance and in-kind support to Ukraine. This includes:

support for military training, equipment, and materiel valued at $110.3 million, including up to 100 NZDF personnel deployed to Europe.
$39.9 million in humanitarian assistance to conflict-affected Ukrainian communities in Ukraine and in neighbouring countries.
$6 million in support for recovery and reconstruction.
$5.2 million in support for international legal processes and human rights monitoring

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