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Update: Search For Missing Man, Ahimate Park, Manawatū
Monday, 18 November 2024, 6:46 pm | New Zealand Police
The search has now been stood down for today and will begin again in the morning. More >>
Police Update #15: Hīkoi Mō Te Tiriti
Monday, 18 November 2024, 6:43 pm | New Zealand Police
To date the hīkoi has been well organised, with peaceful activations across the country and no issues of significant concern for Police. More >>
Best-Selling Author & Lawyer Creates Free Easy Tool To Help Kiwis Oppose Controversial Treaty Bill
Monday, 18 November 2024, 5:39 pm | Wai Ako Books
Treaty lawyer Roimata Smail says Te Tiriti is not complex, nor are the principles and she really want to educate others by demystifying common misconceptions and backfilling gaps, More >>
The Latest Update On The HMNZS Manawanui Response 18 November 2024
Monday, 18 November 2024, 5:26 pm | New Zealand Defence Force
Mitigation of any potential environmental impacts through on-going monitoring and surveillance of the ship and site continue on a daily basis. The main fuel tanks on Manawanui remain intact. More >>
Search Continues For Missing Man, Ahimate Park, Manawatū
Monday, 18 November 2024, 5:22 pm | New Zealand Police
The missing man is a serving member of the New Zealand Defence Force, and members of the NZDF have been assisting Police, providing logistical and search support along the river. More >>
Rebecca Russell Appointed As CEO Of The Y North
Monday, 18 November 2024, 5:06 pm | The Y North
Known for her transformative leadership and passion for community impact, Russell brings a wealth of experience from her roles at Air New Zealand, Datacom, and most recently, as the first female CEO of Auckland Rugby League (ARL). More >>
Removal Of HMNZS Manawanui Fuel And Other Pollutants To Get Underway
Monday, 18 November 2024, 5:00 pm | New Zealand Defence Force
The operation to remove the fuel would be done as quickly and safely as possible, but this would be dependent on several factors, such as weather and sea conditions. More >>
Drugs, Guns, And Ammunition Located At Kapiti Coast House
Monday, 18 November 2024, 4:43 pm | New Zealand Police
The male aged 35-years-old from Kapiti was charged with multiple offences and held in custody and is next due to appear in court on Wednesday 20 November 2024. More >>
Three In Custody Following Security Guard Stabbing
Monday, 18 November 2024, 12:28 pm | New Zealand Police
She was transported to hospital and thankfully hasn’t suffered any serious injuries, however this would have been an extremely frightening incident for the victim and we are providing her with support. More >>
Give The Gift Of Life This Summer: NZ Blood Service Has More Than 24,000 Appointments To Meet Busy Holiday Demand
Monday, 18 November 2024, 12:19 pm | New Zealand Blood Service
For anyone interested in becoming a donor, download the NZ Blood Service Donor App or visit the NZBS website to check your eligibility, find your nearest location to donate and book an appointment. More >>
Showers In The West; Fine Spells For The East
Monday, 18 November 2024, 12:08 pm | MetService
MetService meteorologist Dom Barry says that this rain band will make its way up the west coast of the South Island through tomorrow (Tuesday), and then onto western and northern parts of the North Island on Wednesday. More >>
Increasing Speed Penalties Unlikely To Change The Behaviour Of High Risk Offenders
Monday, 18 November 2024, 12:05 pm | The Dog and Lemon Guide
Matthew-Wilson’s conclusions are backed up by most available studies, including the largest study of fines as a deterrent ever conducted in Australia, which concluded that fines and disqualification do not reduce the risk of offending. More >>
Community Representatives Sought For Taieri Flood And Drainage Liaison Groups
Monday, 18 November 2024, 11:59 am | Otago Regional Council
ORC General Manager Science and Resilience, Tom Dyer, says “This is a great opportunity for those who live in this area to help shape Taieri’s flood and drainage schemes and be the ‘eyes and ears’ of the scheme community”. More >>
Auckland Man Who Illegally Killed And Sold Pigs Fined $7,500
Monday, 18 November 2024, 11:29 am | Ministry For Primary Industries
Between September 2022 and May 2023, MPI covert investigators went to Mr Pulu’s Pukekohe property six times. They found Mr Pulu killing pigs inhumanely. More >>
Police Update #14: Hīkoi Mō Te Tiriti
Monday, 18 November 2024, 11:19 am | New Zealand Police
Police continue to report no significant issues as Hīkoi mō te Tiriti prepares for tomorrow’s movements into Wellington City. More >>
Alcohol And Rivers A Deadly Mix – Coroner Backs Safety Advice
Monday, 18 November 2024, 11:08 am | Water Safety New Zealand
Water Safety Chief Executive Daniel Gerrard says an average of 31 people drown every year in rivers and inland waterways. The death of Jordy Adams sends a powerful message on the dangers of New Zealand’s rivers. More >>
$25 Million Wellington Begonia House Upgrade Must Be Scrapped
Monday, 18 November 2024, 10:57 am | taxpayers union
Taxpayers’ Union spokesperson, James Ross, said: “Rates are so high that people can’t afford to stay in their actual houses, and the Council is locking in millions of dollars for a great big greenhouse. Where are the priorities? More >>
Germany And NZ Celebrate Return Of Laser Trapped In Cavern
Monday, 18 November 2024, 10:31 am | University of Canterbury
After more than a decade trapped in a secret man-made WWII cavern, a unique laser that connects New Zealand and Germany has been rescued and restored. More >>
Commercial Fisher Caught As Council Clamps Down On Rāhui Tapu Rulebreakers
Monday, 18 November 2024, 10:09 am | Northland Regional Council
The vessel was initially reported by an off-duty contractor of Northland Regional Council. Although the fishing boat was not seen removing marine life, Fisheries NZ confirmed its fishing gear was engaged 250 metres inside the boundaries of the protected ... More >>
Regenerating Soil Health In Intensive Cropping Systems
Monday, 18 November 2024, 9:56 am | Woolworths
Gisborne Trials show promise for Regenerative Farming. These trials, launched in June 2022 with support from the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI), focus on using compost and cover crops to revitalise soils in intensive vegetable farming. More >>
Have Your Say On Council’s Annual Plan From Today
Monday, 18 November 2024, 9:53 am | Marlborough District Council
Your ideas on how we achieve our community outcomes will be analysed and presented to the Council’s budget meeting in April 2025. The engagement closes on 20 January 2025. More >>
Trade Me Property Looking For The Nation’s Best Loo, Bush And Playground
Monday, 18 November 2024, 9:45 am | Trade Me Property
“If you think your local neighbourhood is underrated, have an opinion on the country’s best slide, or think your local dairy owner deserves a shout out, nominate them now,” says Gavin Lloyd, Trade Me Property Customer Director. More >>
Youth Call For NZ Parliament To Take Urgent Climate Action
Monday, 18 November 2024, 9:36 am | World Vision New Zealand
The advocacy ambassadors want the government to take a leadership role at this month’s global finance conference, Cop29, to push for for a stronger, fairer climate finance global goal to support communities on the frontlines of the climate crisis. More >>
ORC Proposes Simplifying Its ECO Fund Application Process
Monday, 18 November 2024, 9:10 am | Otago Regional Council
ORC’s Principal Advisor Environmental Implementation, Anna Molloy, says the review of ECO Fund framework, including eligibility and assessment criteria, is to clarify the process and make applying easier for applicants. More >>
Island Direct Joins At Hop Network, Giving Travellers Choice And Convenience
Monday, 18 November 2024, 8:32 am | Island Direct
Joining the AT HOP network offers Aucklanders and Waiheke residents greater choice in how they pay, making Island Direct a more accessible and flexible travel option. More >>
Asian Communities From Across Aotearoa Join Hīkoi Mō Te Tiriti
Monday, 18 November 2024, 8:12 am | ASTR
Activist group Asians Supporting Tino Rangatiratanga have been mobilising across Asian communities around the country in solidarity with Māori, as this government continues to attack and undermine Te Tiriti o Waitangi. More >>
Aucklanders, Tag Into The Future Of Public Transport With New Ways To Pay
Sunday, 17 November 2024, 9:52 pm | Auckland Transport
Customers can now tag on and off buses, trains, and ferries with their choice of AT HOP card, contactless credit or debit card, smartphone or wearable device, making public transport more convenient than ever before. More >>
Police Update #13: Hīkoi Mō Te Tiriti
Sunday, 17 November 2024, 9:27 pm | New Zealand Police
Police anticipate heavier-than-usual traffic in Wellington City and Porirua ahead of the activation at Parliament on Tuesday. More >>
Update: Search For Missing Man, Ahimate Park, Manawatū
Sunday, 17 November 2024, 9:25 pm | New Zealand Police
Members of the Police National Dive Squad are now on scene, assessing conditions and making preliminary enquiries. More >>
Search For Missing Man Near Porirua: Information Still Sought
Sunday, 17 November 2024, 9:23 pm | New Zealand Police
Search and rescue personnel have continued to look for Graham through the weekend, however there have not been any positive leads at this stage. More >>
Cordons Lifted, Napier
Sunday, 17 November 2024, 9:22 pm | New Zealand Police
Police were called to MTG Hawke’s Bay about 9.30am, after a package was left at the front entrance by a member of the public. More >>
Taupō Boaties Urged To Report Tampering After Man Arrested
Sunday, 17 November 2024, 8:48 pm | New Zealand Police
Officers were called about 9am, after a boat owner found his vessel untied. It appears several boats were interfered with and as Police made enquiries, they were alerted to a potential suspect being located by Coastguard Lake Taupō volunteers. More >>
Road Closures, Napier
Sunday, 17 November 2024, 8:28 pm | New Zealand Police
Police were alerted at 9.30am. The museum has closed as a precaution and cordons have been set up in the immediate vicinity. More >>
'You Just Never Know How People Will React' - Behind The Wheel With Our Bus Drivers
Saturday, 16 November 2024, 8:20 pm | RNZ
A weeklong celebration highlights both the role drivers play in communities and the growing calls for improved security measures to protect them on the job. More >>
Police To Take Enforcement Action After Protestors Enter Auckland Motorway On Foot
Saturday, 16 November 2024, 7:19 pm | New Zealand Police
Acting Assistant Commissioner Naila Hassan says Police acknowledge the right to protest, however will take action when that activity becomes unlawful, impinges on others’ freedom of movement, causes significant disruption and places others at risk. More >>
Serious Crash, Hutt Road - Wellington
Saturday, 16 November 2024, 7:17 pm | New Zealand Police
Indications are there have been serious injuries. More >>
Search Launched For Man, Ahimate Park, Manawatū
Saturday, 16 November 2024, 7:16 pm | New Zealand Police
Emergency services were called about 1.35pm with a report that a man walking his dog at Ahimate Park had fallen into the river. More >>
Slip Cleared, SH 30, Lake Rotoma - Bay Of Plenty
Saturday, 16 November 2024, 7:07 pm | New Zealand Police
State Highway 30 near Lake Rotoma is now cleared and the road is open, following a large slip earlier today. Motorists are thanked for their patience. More >>
Police Update #12: Hīkoi Mō Te Tiriti
Saturday, 16 November 2024, 7:06 pm | New Zealand Police
This morning, approximately 9000 people marched through Hastings, before the main hīkoi headed south down State Highway 2 through Waipawa, Waipukurau, and Dannevirke. More >>
Local Marine Industry Forced To Withdraw Injunction Amid Mounting Financial Risks In Tauranga Marine Precinct Sale
Saturday, 16 November 2024, 3:04 pm | Lobby for Good
Erica Harvey and Lobby for Good are urging Tauranga residents to stay engaged and demand better oversight. More >>
Homicide Investigation, Whakatane
Saturday, 16 November 2024, 2:28 pm | New Zealand Police
A scene examination will be conducted today at an address in Te Teko. Any further information will be issued proactively when available. More >>
Crash - SH6 / Gibbston Valley Highway, Queenstown - Southern
Saturday, 16 November 2024, 2:16 pm | New Zealand Police
One person is said to have serious injuries, while another has minor to moderate injuries. More >>
Wellingtonians Asked To Plan Ahead – Hīkoi Mō Te Tiriti
Saturday, 16 November 2024, 2:12 pm | New Zealand Police
Police anticipate heavier than usual traffic and some disruption as participants arrive. More >>
Road Blocked By Slip, State Highway 30, Lake Rotoma - Bay Of Plenty
Saturday, 16 November 2024, 2:04 pm | New Zealand Police
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek an alternate route while the slip is cleared, which is likely to take some time. More >>
Fake Police Scam: Cash Courier Faces Cold, Hard Reality
Saturday, 16 November 2024, 2:03 pm | New Zealand Police
The scam involves people being cold called by people posing as Police officers under the guise of asking them to assist a ‘covert Police operation’. Victims are conned into withdrawing thousands in cash, to be collected in-person by a fake officer. More >>
New Zealand Deerstalkers Association Calls On Government To Break The Monopoly On Firearm Safety Training And Save Lives
Friday, 15 November 2024, 7:46 pm | New Zealand Deerstalkers Association
NZDA calls for a review of the firearms licensing and education system as part of the promised review that will be led by Minister McKee’s Justice team next year. More >>
Joint Venture To Enhance Youth Literacy And Engagement
Friday, 15 November 2024, 7:44 pm | Westland District Council
This collaboration aims to elevate literacy levels in our community, engaging young people in reading for pleasure and creating lasting educational and wellbeing benefits for youth and their whānau. More >>
Waikato Beach Water Monitoring Underway
Friday, 15 November 2024, 7:33 pm | Waikato Regional Council
Before people swim, Dr Townsend encourages them to head over to the LAWA website, find the most recent results and use them to make a judgment call along with the weather since, and the conditions they find at their chosen swimming spot. More >>
Peter Reynolds To Step Down As NZDSN CEO
Friday, 15 November 2024, 7:24 pm | NZ Disability Support Network
“I sincerely believe in the strength and capability of our network - we are stronger together, and will continue making a difference for providers and the people they support,” said Peter Reynolds. More >>
Search For Missing Man Near Porirua Continues
Friday, 15 November 2024, 7:15 pm | New Zealand Police
Ongoing searches will utilise the efforts of Police Search and Rescue and LandSAR volunteers. Dive Squad concluded their search yesterday. More >>
Calls To Expand Local Democracy Reporting – LGNZ
Friday, 15 November 2024, 6:59 pm | Local Government NZ
It comes as NZME released a proposal to close 14 North Island–based community papers before Christmas. These newspapers collectively serve over 850,000 people across 14 councils. More >>
Mayor Bernie Wanden Responds To Potential Closure Of Horowhenua Chronicle
Friday, 15 November 2024, 6:55 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Mayor Bernie highlights that a local paper is more than just a news source; it fosters community engagement, supports local businesses, and serves as a platform for open, transparent dialogue. More >>
Police Update #11: Hīkoi Mō Te Tiriti
Friday, 15 November 2024, 6:53 pm | New Zealand Police
Tomorrow from around 10am, the hīkoi is expected to march through Hastings from the Clock Tower, before making its way to Palmerston North. More >>
Lawyers Set To Represent Christchurch Mosque Attacker Granted Name Suppression
Friday, 15 November 2024, 5:41 pm | RNZ
The pair fear repercussions for themselves and families for being associated with the terrorist, a court has heard. More >>
Work Continuing Throughout The Weekend At Epitaph Slip, South Westland
Friday, 15 November 2024, 5:14 pm | NZTA
Crews have been hard at work on the cliff face since Tuesday after setting up and getting a helipad for equipment delivery in place on Monday, says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA). More >>
Ngāti Ranginui Supports The Rights Of Whānau To Engage In Peaceful Protest And Hikoi
Friday, 15 November 2024, 5:11 pm | Te Runanga o Ngati Ranginui
In this pivotal moment, we stand with whānau who choose to participate in hīkoi as a demonstration of commitment to their people, whenua, and future generations. More >>
Council Transactions Under Review
Friday, 15 November 2024, 4:17 pm | Tauranga City Council
Mahé says that while the Marine Precinct sale has yet to be formally settled, legal advice indicates that there is a binding agreement in place. More >>
Public Transport During Hīkoi Mō Te Tiriti: Plan Ahead, Diversions, And Additional Capacity
Friday, 15 November 2024, 4:08 pm | Greater Wellington Te Pane Matua Taiao
Greater Wellington is working closely with NZ Police, the Wellington City Council (WCC), and mana whenua partners to plan for potential impacts on the transport network, with added capacity on rail and bus, and diversions in place for bus routes. More >>
The Latest Update On The HMNZS Manawanui Response
Friday, 15 November 2024, 3:58 pm | New Zealand Defence Force
Commodore Brown said Operation Resolution was entering into the complex and technical phase of fuel removal. More >>
A Team Of 200 Looking After 180,000
Friday, 15 November 2024, 3:26 pm | Hamilton City Council
Maire Porter, Hamilton City Council Unit Director, Three Waters, says public interest is good, and her teams are proud of the job they do delivering high quality water and wastewater services for 180,000 people, every hour of every day. More >>
