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David Letele Announced As Community Ambassador For Middlemore Foundation’s Kidz First Christmas
Friday, 15 November 2024, 3:24 pm | Middlemore Foundation
The campaign aims to raise $80,000 to create a memorable Christmas for Kidz First patients and provide essential items throughout the year for families caring for children with complex needs. More >>
Council Votes To Build New Eight Court Stadium, Retain And Strengthen Current Events Centre
Friday, 15 November 2024, 3:06 pm | Timaru District Council
At today’s extraordinary council meeting, it also voted to explore options retain the current Aorangi Events Centre (commonly known as the Southern Trust Events Centre or STEC) and undertake earthquake strengthening where required. More >>
Eastern Busway Station Opens Three Years Early
Friday, 15 November 2024, 2:23 pm | Auckland Transport
Transport Minister and MP for Pakūranga, Simeon Brown cut the ribbon for the bus station today to mark its official opening on Sunday 17 November – three years ahead of schedule. More >>
Another Green Flag For Whenua Tapu
Friday, 15 November 2024, 2:21 pm | Porirua City Council
Following mystery visits from judges experienced in recreation and green spaces, the Green Flag accreditation, overseen by Recreation Aotearoa, was awarded once more to a proud Porirua Parks & City Services manager Julian Emeny. More >>
Upper Hutt Man Sentenced To 12 Months Home Detention For Possessing Over 45,000 Sexual Child Exploitation Image & Videos
Friday, 15 November 2024, 2:15 pm | Department Of Internal Affairs
The 79-year-old was found after uploading child sexual exploitation and abuse images to a visual search engine, in an effort to seek out similar illegal material. More >>
Show Your Appreciation For Bus Drivers, New Zealand
Friday, 15 November 2024, 1:58 pm | Auckland Transport
On average, bus drivers in Auckland transport between 225,000 and 250,000 passengers every week day, helping reduce traffic congestion and carbon emissions, as well as getting you to where you need to go. More >>
Be Wary Of Fake Raffle Tickets
Friday, 15 November 2024, 1:45 pm | New Zealand Police
If you have been approached by someone selling what you believe to be fake raffle tickets or expired fuel cards, please update us online now or call 105. More >>
City Council Supporting Police With Hīkoi Preparations
Friday, 15 November 2024, 1:36 pm | Wellington City Council
Council staff and Police are working with local residents and businesses to minimise the impacts of the demonstration activity, and some cordons will be in place. Commuters and people who work or move through the city are advised to plan ahead for traffic ... More >>
Police Leak Owner And Location Of “Greatest Machine Gun Ever Made”
Friday, 15 November 2024, 1:20 pm | COLFO
The Council of Licensed Firearm Owners is outraged by the error, pointing at multiple promises from Government and Police, and personal guarantees from Ministers, that private firearm information was safe and would never be released. More >>
Police Update #10: Hīkoi Mō Te Tiriti
Friday, 15 November 2024, 1:12 pm | New Zealand Police
It is anticipated that the main hīkoi will travel via Taupō to Hastings today, where participants will stay overnight. More >>
Back To Court For Alleged Shoplifters
Friday, 15 November 2024, 12:30 pm | New Zealand Police
Senior Sergeant Mary Jane Riddle, of Counties Manukau South Police, says the three women were in Pukekohe appearing in court on other shoplifting offences on Tuesday. More >>
Unsung Heroes Of Horowhenua Celebrated At Civic Awards 2024 – Friday 15 November 2024
Friday, 15 November 2024, 12:18 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Hosted by Mayor Bernie Wanden, the ceremony saw four Civic Honours awarded, along with four Certificates of Recognition. Sixteen exceptional young people were also acknowledged through the prestigious Youth Excellence Scholarships. More >>
Dunedin Council Needs To Stop The Railway Gravy Train
Friday, 15 November 2024, 11:51 am | New Zealand Taxpayers' Union
“Dunedin ratepayers have been smacked with a 17.5% rates hike just this year alone. Ratepayers can’t afford to keep coughing up freight-loads of cash for council vanity projects." More >>
‘Chip’ In For Successful Sealing On SH1, South Of Whangarei To Kaiwaka
Friday, 15 November 2024, 11:26 am | NZ Transport Agency
All work will be carried out at night under stop/go traffic management to minimise disruption for road users. Temporary speed limits and traffic management will remain in place the following day to guide traffic over the new seal and help to embed it ... More >>
Plan Ahead For Overnight Closure Of SH11 Between Opua And Paihia
Friday, 15 November 2024, 10:52 am | NZ Transport Agency
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) advises State Highway 11 will be closed overnight between Ward Drive and Broadview Road in Opua for road resurfacing on Sunday 17 November. More >>
Modernisation Of Conservation System Must Focus On Improving Conservation
Friday, 15 November 2024, 9:25 am | Forest And Bird
“Changes are needed to the conservation system and it’s positive to see the Minister recognising the need for this mahi.There is definitely scope for improvements around how concessions and conservation land are managed,” Mr Capie says. More >>
Focus On Overseas Student Loan And Child Support Debt
Friday, 15 November 2024, 9:08 am | Inland Revenue Department
It is part of IR’s work, using the $29 million allocated for compliance in this year’s Budget, to increase debt collection in countries such as Australia and the United Kingdom. More >>
Authority Seeks Increase To Cover Rising Service Provider Costs
Friday, 15 November 2024, 8:59 am | Electricity Authority
Electricity Authority Chief Executive Sarah Gillies says the Authority is seeking support for Option 3, which would enable it to maintain third-party service levels and deliver high impact work faster. More >>
Proposals To Modernise The Conservation System A Good Start
Friday, 15 November 2024, 8:53 am | EDS
“EDS has been arguing for some years that the conservation system is no longer fit for purpose, so this is a welcome first step towards modernising it,” said Environmental Defence Society Policy Director Raewyn Peart. More >>
State Highway 2, Petone - Southbound Lane Blocked By Flooding
Friday, 15 November 2024, 8:14 am | New Zealand Police
If you're heading that way, please take care and adjust your speed to the conditions. More >>
Police Update #9: Hīkoi Mō Te Tiriti
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 7:07 pm | New Zealand Police
An estimated 300-400 people have gathered at Apumoana Marae. They will stay at this and other local marae overnight. More >>
Chief Of Defence Force Recognises International Responders In HMNZS Manawanui Rescue Efforts
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 6:36 pm | New Zealand Defence Force
The four commendations presented are to a Samoan tour guide who paddled out to the ship in his kayak, the crew of one of the first vessels on the scene, a Royal Australian Navy officer who helped coordinate the response and the Samoan Maritime Police. More >>
Missed Opportunity To Achieve A Positive Outcome For Community
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 6:29 pm | Red PR
A more than three-year bus lane trial is due to end next year, and a decision on a permanent use of the lane must be made. More >>
Circana State Of The Industry: New Zealand Supermarkets Lead Resilient Retail Sector Amid Economic Challenges
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 6:17 pm | Circana
With inflation impacting household budgets and a 30% rise in food prices since 2019, Kiwis have adjusted their spending habits to prioritise value, making supermarkets a preferred destination for essentials and affordable meal solutions. More >>
ICNZ Welcomes Updated NZ Insurance Laws
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 5:47 pm | Insurance Council of NZ
"We welcome the passing of the Contracts of Insurance Bill and strengthen New Zealand’s financial wellbeing. It’s long overdue and will benefit consumers and insurers," ICNZ chief executive Kris Faafoi said. More >>
Tāmaki Makaurau Leads The Way With New Ways To Pay On Public Transport
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 5:44 pm | Auckland Transport
Starting 17 November customers will be able to use contactless credit and debit cards, smartphones, or wearable devices to tag on and off AT’s buses, trains, and most ferries alongside AT HOP cards. More >>
Gross Incompetence Exposed Again Over Thorndon Quay
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 4:38 pm | New Zealand Taxpayers' Union
“We could see this planning failure coming, half of Wellington saw this coming, so how didn’t the Council? Do Council staff not talk to each other?” said James Ross, Policy and Public Affairs Manager at the Taxpayers’ Union. More >>
Council Grapples With The Options For Future Water Services Delivery
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 4:32 pm | Kapiti Coast District Council
Mayor Janet Holborow says the Council has been carrying out detailed analysis and is committed to ensuring the outcome is a water service delivery model that works best for the district now and into the future. More >>
Ngāti Ranginui Launch Uenukurangi Symposium: Vision Ranginui - A Pathway To Collective Aspiration And Unity
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 4:21 pm | Te Runanga o Ngati Ranginui
Taking place from November 14th to 16th, 2024, at Mercury Baypark Arena in Mt Maunganui, this symposium represents a significant opportunity to shape our path forward in a spirit of unity and collective strength. More >>
NRC Secondee Programme Strengthens Governance Capability
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 4:17 pm | National Road Carriers
“NRC is at the centre of the road freight and supply chain sector, and we are going through process of foundational change,” says Ian Newey, NRC Chair. “We are working to shape these changes in a way that benefits our members and unlocks the productivity ... More >>
Consultation Begins On Water Meter Charging
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 4:06 pm | Masterton District Council
Water supply charges are currently part of rates - 30 per cent of costs come from a targeted charge of $180 per connection, and 70 per cent of the cost is paid through a rate based on the Capital Value (CV) of properties. More >>
Trans-Tasman Collaboration In Aged Care
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 3:56 pm | Aged Care Association
ACA Chief Executive Tracey Martin acknowledged the importance of the visit, emphasising that Mr. Symondson has been central to advancing aged care planning in Australia. More >>
Road Closed Following Crash, South Road, Dunedin - Southern
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 3:45 pm | New Zealand Police
Emergency services are currently attending a two-vehicle crash on South Road, Dunedin. More >>
Name Release And Appeal To Public, Peachgrove Road Crash
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 3:43 pm | New Zealand Police
Police would like to thank all members of the public who responded and assisted with this tragic incident. More >>
Avoid Travel – Mortimer Terrace, Aro Valley - Wellington
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 3:40 pm | New Zealand Police
Police would also like to warn motorists not to travel up Mortimer Terrace at this time. More >>
Some Are Old, Some Are New, Some With Four Legs, Some With Two
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 3:38 pm | New Zealand Police
Graduating from the police patrol dog course are one first-time handler and three experienced. The four handlers will be deployed to Canterbury and Northland Districts. More >>
Police Update #8: Hīkoi Mō Te Tiriti
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 3:36 pm | New Zealand Police
Participants spent the night in Huntly, with no issues reported. The hīkoi this morning travelled from FMG stadium to Garden Place, with approximately 6000 people taking part. More >>
New Police Officers Celebrate The Finish Line
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 3:34 pm | New Zealand Police
Alex says, “It’s been an honour and privilege to train for something I’ve wanted for so long and I am excited to embark on my new policing career." More >>
Further Arrests In Operation Avon, Targeting Comancheros Motorcycle Gang
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 3:29 pm | New Zealand Police
Four men and a woman, aged from 35 to 63 were arrested in the recent series of search warrants over the last three days. More >>
Improvements Coming For Central Auckland Buses
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 2:49 pm | Auckland Transport
Auckland Transport (AT) is advising passengers they may need to adjust how they normally travel on the bus in the central suburbs from 17 November. More >>
Drinking Water At 100 Rural Schools Contaminated With Cancer-causing Nitrate
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 2:11 pm | Greenpeace
"The source of this pollution is primarily the intensive dairy industry which contaminates lakes, rivers, and drinking water with cow urine and runoff from synthetic nitrogen fertiliser use," says Appelbe. More >>
Damp Start To Canterbury Anniversary Weekend; Wet Start For Coldplay Fans In Auckland
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 1:34 pm | MetService
MetService meteorologist Dom Barry says that “this moist and muggy weather we have been having, and will continue to have for at least the rest of today, is due to a mature low pressure system in the Tasman Sea, which we call a 'Tasman Sea Special'." More >>
Further Image Of Man Missing Near Porirua, As Searches Continue
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 1:27 pm | New Zealand Police
The attached photograph is a CCTV image captured earlier on Sunday afternoon, with the 77-year-old wearing the same clothing he was in that day. When he was last seen, he was also wearing a dark blue puffer jacket. More >>
Man Dies Following Tangoio Crash
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 1:24 pm | New Zealand Police
The motorcyclist involved - 48-year-old Andrew Cox of Napier - was taken to hospital, where he sadly died yesterday (13 November). More >>
Keep Off The Seagrass This Summer
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 1:17 pm | Marlborough District Council
“Our message is simple - don’t walk or drive on seagrass – please keep off. This will help us to protect these treasured ocean meadows,” Jorgia said. More >>
Police Locate Cannabis Plants After Van Flees
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 1:02 pm | New Zealand Police
Inspector Todd Moore-Carter, Acting Waitematā East Area Commander, says the van was signalled to stop but immediately drove away from the unit. More >>
Interim Court Of Inquiry Report Into HMNZS Manawanui Sinking Received
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 12:57 pm | New Zealand Defence Force
Rear Admiral Golding said the Court had made good progress with its investigations, and was on track with interviews and evidence gathering. More >>
Potential Flood Mitigation Scheme Prompts Category Move For Pōrangahau Township
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 12:02 pm | Hawkes Bay Regional Council
Pōrangahau was placed in Category 2A in mid-2023 as part of Central Government’s Land Categorisation process following Cyclone Gabrielle. The move to Category 2C indicates a significant step towards enhancing flood resilience in the area. More >>
Food Prices Fall In October 2024
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 11:56 am | Stats NZ
The largest contributor to the fall was vegetables, down 7.2 percent. This was partly offset by a rise in fruit prices, up 0.6 percent. More >>
Greenpeace Confronts Fonterra AGM Attendees With Rainforest Destruction, Dying Orangutans
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 11:42 am | Greenpeace
At the end of September, Greenpeace launched a petition calling on Fonterra to drop palm kernel, which has already attracted more than 10,000 signatures. More >>
Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa To Provide Tailored Support For People In Emergency Housing
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 11:19 am | Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa
At Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa, we believe that a stable, warm, and secure home is a foundation for better economic, social, and health outcomes, and we are committed to playing our part in realising this for all. More >>
Stopped In Their Tracks
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 11:11 am | New Zealand Police
The vehicles were seized as part of a court-ordered seizure. It was a team effort between Wellington and Central District staff supported by Ministry of Justice bailiffs. More >>
Police Acknowledge IPCA Findings On Fatal Police Shooting In Wainuiomata
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 10:18 am | New Zealand Police
The IPCA found the Police response was cohesive and coordinated and the appropriate staff made every effort to try resolve the situation safely. More >>
Police Justified In Fatal Shooting Of Man In Wainuiomata
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 10:10 am | Independent Police Conduct Authority
At 11.47am, Police received a 111 call saying a man was assaulting his partner on the driveway of a rural property. The man, whose car had broken down outside the property, was extremely agitated and variously reported to have a bat, knife, and ... More >>
Sustainability Earns Whangārei-Based Coffee Producer Award
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 9:21 am | Northland Regional Council
Council Chair Geoff Crawford says the sustainability award goes to the Northland business which best epitomises an overall commitment to environmental excellence. More >>
Fatal Crash, Hunua
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 9:05 am | New Zealand Police
The Police Eagle helicopter did a fly over the farm at around midnight and located a body and a tractor that appeared to have rolled down a bank. More >>
TAIC Report - Te Huia Accident, June 2023
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 9:02 am | Transport Accident Investigation Commission
The Te Huia regional passenger train left Hamilton for Auckland at about 0735 on 17 June 2023. Its journey was normal until, just out of Penrose Station, it passed a stop signal and entered a set of points where Te Huia’s North Auckland line is ... More >>
Police Investigating Suspicious Fire In Hastings
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 8:20 am | New Zealand Police
Police would like to hear from any Lowe Street residents who may have CCTV footage which would assist our enquiries. More >>
Elephant Burma Arrives At New Home In Australia
Wednesday, 13 November 2024, 9:18 pm | Auckland Zoo
Along with Burma from Auckland Zoo, two elephants from Perth Zoo and two elephants from Taronga Zoo Sydney will form a founding family herd as part of the Australasian Zoo Aquarium Association’s regional advocacy and breeding programme for this Endangered ... More >>
The Latest Update On The HMNZS Manawanui Response - 13 November 2024
Wednesday, 13 November 2024, 6:32 pm | New Zealand Defence Force
Meanwhile, 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 >>
