Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith has today released the final report of the Independent Electoral Review. “The final report has over 140 recommendations that cover many aspects of parliamentary electoral laws,” says Mr Goldsmith. “This follows an ...
Three shearers working throughout the Tararua District of Southern Hawke’s Bay and Northern Wairarapa are in the latter stages of preparation for their bid for a World record this week. Eketahuna shearer Hemi Braddick, who when finally winning ...
Outgoing Chief Human Rights Commissioner Paul Hunt brought a deep commitment to the dignity and mana of all people, says Te Kāhui Tika Tangata Human Rights Commission. Hunt challenged the government to be accountable for its full range of human rights ...
The Stars and MG Mystics are excited to announce they will be playing the Melbourne Vixens in pre-season matches in February. The Vixens are one of Australia’s top netball franchises and won the Suncorp Super Netball title in 2020. ...
Each year 20,000 fires threaten precious homes, businesses, our natural environment and lives across New Zealand. All require one thing - lots of water and brave people to put it there! Firefighting relies on timing, technical expertise, and teamwork ...
News from QV Home values continue to strengthen across the Wellington region. The latest QV House Price Index shows the region’s average home value increased 2.4% to $858,227 in the three months to the end of December, finishing the 2023 calendar year precisely 3% lower than at the beginning – a far cry from the […]
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Press Release – Tauranga Rotary Club In its 37th year, the Tauranga Rotary Book Sale is putting out a challenge to New Zealand literacy, environmental, and sustainability experts: help us repurpose and recycle unsold books. The March 2024 event will mark its 37th year. The sale has … In its 37th year, the Tauranga Rotary […]
The Deloitte Centre, at One Queen Street, has officially opened its doors in the heart of Commercial Bay, Auckland. The opening ceremony included a dawn blessing by Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei and a ribbon-cutting led by Anne Urlwin, Chair of Precinct Properties New Zealand. When fully leased, the building is expected to attract approximately 1,500 people […]
Stuff reports: Police are investigating another shoplifting allegation seemingly involving Green MP Golriz Ghahraman, this time in relation to a Wellington store. Wellington-based store, Cre8iveworx, emailed other businesses in the city on Monday saying they believed Ghahraman was in the premises in October last year. The store sells high-end dresses, gifts, jewellery and homeware. A […]
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The New Zealand Government, led by the National Party, has officially cancelled the Auckland Light Rail project. This move, aligning with National’s pre-election promises, pivots focus towards alternative transportation projects in Auckland. Transport Minister Simeon Brown confirmed the cancellation, citing financial considerations and project feasibility. The light rail project, initially pegged at $15 billion, faced […]
CommsBox Ultra provides instant connectivity to quickly re-establish communications for civil defence and aid agencies in Asia-Pacific Singapore, 15 January 2024 — In response to escalating natural disasters impacting remote communities across the ...
Council contractors and officers are responding urgently to an overflow of partially treated wastewater from one of the oxidation ponds at Shotover Wastewater Treatment Plant, after the pond overtopped today. Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) ...
Due to recent drying winds and low rainfall, the fire risk across our region is increasing, and we all need to take precautions in our reserves. Following discussions with Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ), Acting Group Manager Community Services ...
Covering period of Monday 15 - Friday 19 January The hot and sunny start to 2024 is put on pause early this week, with MetService forecasting heavy rain and possible downpours over parts of the North Island, while the South Island experiences a cool ...
Nelson City Council has confirmed the location of 13 new bus shelters. The locations were chosen because of the high number of users in areas including Nelson Hospital, Main Road Stoke and Nayland Road. The addition of 13 shelters brings the total number ...
Press Release – Department of Conservation Access to Matiu/Somes Island in Wellington will be restricted from February 19 to allow the 85-year-old wharf to be rebuilt. The wharf was built in 1938 and is due for replacement. The new wharf is intended to last for up to 100 years, until 2123. The operation to rebuild […]
Access to Matiu/Somes Island in Wellington will be restricted from February 19, 2024, to allow for the 85-year-old wharf to be rebuilt. The existing wharf was initially built in 1938 and is due for replacement. The new wharf is intended to last for up ...
Every drop counts - that’s still the message to Picton and Waikawa residents who are being asked to continue to conserve water. A total sprinkler ban remains in place for Picton and Waikawa residents as well as no boat washing at launching ramps in ...