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Lower Hutt Comes Together At Inaugural City Summit
Friday, 20 September 2024, 1:58 pm | Hutt City Council
The summit, held at the Lower Hutt Events Centre, started public engagement for Tō Tātou Tāone 2055/Our City 2055, an ambitious strategy setting out 30-year aspirations for our people and place. More >>
Ōpōtiki Harbour Walls Open To The Public
Friday, 20 September 2024, 1:47 pm | Opotiki District Council
Ōpōtiki Mayor, David Moore, said that the event brought together the huge range of people involved in making the vision a reality, bringing together a family of projects that work in concert to improve the opportunities and wellbeing of the district. More >>
NZPI Welcomes Government Announcement On Phase 3 RMA Reform
Friday, 20 September 2024, 1:38 pm | New Zealand Planning Institute
Upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi rights and obligations is also essential in the planning system. “We have been concerned at the Government’s narrow focus on upholding Treaty settlements in recent legislative changes. Any new legislation must uphold ... More >>
Backyard Inspires Eco-Friendly Artwork By South And East Auckland Tamariki
Friday, 20 September 2024, 1:19 pm | The Beautification Trust
The free exhibition officially opens to the public starting Saturday 28th September, and welcomes all visitors to place their votes to crown the People’s Choice Award. Winning kindergartens and schools will earn cash prizes and art supply vouchers, ... More >>
Council Allocates Funding For ‘age-friendly’ Projects
Friday, 20 September 2024, 1:02 pm | Kapiti Coast District Council
Council allocated $100,000 of the previous government’s Better Off funding to deliver an action plan for Council’s ‘age-friendly approach’. More >>
Oceanbeach Road Resurfacing – Partial Road Closure
Friday, 20 September 2024, 12:42 pm | Tauranga City Council
A detour will be in place, directing traffic via Girven Road, Maunganui Road, and Golf Road to get back onto Oceanbeach Road. More >>
Footpath Maintenance And City Improvements Challenged In Transport Budget
Friday, 20 September 2024, 12:37 pm | Hamilton City Council
The Government funding will support a $5 million programme over three years for maintaining and renewing our city’s footpaths, which is 72% less than the programme they supported in the previous three-year period. More >>
Public Consultation Begins Over Flight Paths Options For Northern Suburbs
Friday, 20 September 2024, 11:33 am | Wellington Airport
The flight paths under consideration are only for departures, not arrivals, and a northerly departure route is used only when the wind is blowing from a northerly direction (approximately two thirds of the time). More >>
Make A Difference With The Stratford Youth Council
Friday, 20 September 2024, 11:28 am | Stratford District Council
If you’re 12-24 years old and live, work or go to school in the Stratford district, you’re eligible to be a youth councillor, and are invited to apply online at Stratford.govt.nz/YouthCouncil by 20 October. More >>
Council Grants $372,873 To 12 Waikato Environmental Projects
Friday, 20 September 2024, 11:25 am | Waikato Regional Council
The council has granted $372,873.18 to the 12 projects after receiving 38 applications requesting a total of $1.19 million in funds. More >>
Callous Crims Use Counterfeit Cash At Charity Shop
Friday, 20 September 2024, 11:17 am | New Zealand Police
Police are warning retailers to be cautious of counterfeit cash after fake $100 note was used at a Remuera shop yesterday. More >>
Rock Shelter Otira Gorge, SH73, Open Overnight From Tonight, Delays During First Week Arthur’s Pass Side Of The Pass
Friday, 20 September 2024, 11:07 am | NZ Transport Agency
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) will re-open SH73 between Otira and Arthur’s Pass overnight as of tonight (Friday, 20 September). More >>
Trustees Appointed To Kāpiti Coast Affordable Housing Trust
Friday, 20 September 2024, 11:04 am | Kapiti Coast District Council
The trustees will meet for the first time in September to begin work on establishing their work programme in readiness for the settling of the Trust, which is expected before Christmas 2024. More >>
Cook Strait Ferry Woes Another Reminder
Friday, 20 September 2024, 11:00 am | Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand
National road freight association Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand is concerned to hear this morning that Bluebridge’s ferry, the MV Connemara, had reported engine trouble in Cook Strait. More >>
Connemara Failure Highlights Urgent Need To Address Ferry Fiasco
Friday, 20 September 2024, 10:55 am | Maritime Union of New Zealand
MUNZ National Secretary Carl Findlay says this issue with the Bluebridge service alongside other previous issues demonstrates the need for high-quality and fit for purpose ferries on the strait. More >>
Celebrating Completion Of A Major Flood Recovery Project
Friday, 20 September 2024, 9:47 am | Environment Canterbury
“While our scope was to restore the resilience that existed before, on some sites we were able to mitigate the increasing challenges posed by climate change. This includes the room for rivers concept, which reduces pressure on flood protection ... More >>
Another Orange Roughy Fishery In Decline As Minister Set To Decide Catch Limits
Friday, 20 September 2024, 9:40 am | Deep Sea Conservation Coalition
With the Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones due to make a decision on catch limits for this important fishery, environmentalists are concerned that not enough is being done to halt the decline of orange roughy, and say steps must include banning ... More >>
Further Frontline Job Cuts At NZDF Threatens New Zealand’s Security
Friday, 20 September 2024, 9:12 am | PSA
"There is nothing more frontline than the defence of the nation, so this decision is just more evidence of the Government’s reckless and short-sighted approach to cost cutting," said Duane Leo, National Secretary for Public Service Association ... More >>
Homicide Investigation - Levin
Friday, 20 September 2024, 8:14 am | New Zealand Police
A 31-year-old man has been charged with murder following an incident in Levin yesterday evening. More >>
Police Seeking Witnesses To Stabbing Incident In Riccarton
Friday, 20 September 2024, 8:12 am | New Zealand Police
A man remains in Christchurch Hospital in a critical condition after being stabbed in Riccarton yesterday evening. More >>
Hapū-led Partnership Launched To Protect Globally Significant Ecosystems And Endangered Species Of The Kaipara
Friday, 20 September 2024, 5:19 am | Auckland Council
The historic agreement was signed at Te Hana Te Ao Marama Marae, a significant cultural place that reflects commitment to community-driven conservation. More >>
Kate Sheppard Memorial Trust Announces Successful Applicant
Friday, 20 September 2024, 5:03 am | Kate Sheppard Memorial Trust
For NZ Women's Suffrage Day, Kate Sheppard Memorial Trust is pleased to announce Olivia Gold, from Auckland University, as the recipient of the $3,000 Kate Sheppard Memorial Award. More >>
Christchurch Police Make Arrest For Burglaries And Thefts From Cars
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 8:39 pm | New Zealand Police
The man will be appearing in Christchurch District Court on Friday morning (20 September) charged with multiple offences. More >>
Arran Farm Raw Milk Recalled Due To Campylobacter Concerns
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 6:07 pm | NZ Food Safety
“The concern with this unpasteurised milk is that it may contain Campylobacter, a foodborne bacterium that can make you sick,” says New Zealand Food Safety acting deputy director-general Jenny Bishop. More >>
CSF To Partner With The Government On Its Sustainable Finance Strategy For NZ
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 5:54 pm | Centre for Sustainable Finance
The strategy will provide clarity on the Government’s priorities to increase the flow of domestic and international capital for sustainable and transition opportunities. More >>
Long Term Plan 2024-2034 Adopted By Councillors
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 5:47 pm | Queenstown Lakes District Council
Its adoption at today’s Full Council meeting confirmed a $2.4b capital expenditure programme, with the first three years predominantly focused on delivering essential three-water infrastructure across the district. It also confirmed an average increase ... More >>
Hospital Cuts Hurt - Dunedin Prepares To March
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 5:34 pm | Dunedin City Council
Hospital Cuts hurt (Photo/Supplied) Dunedin (Thursday, 19 September 2024) – Get ready to march. That is the rallying cry from Mayor of Dunedin Jules Radich as the city gears up for one of the largest public protest movements in recent times. The ... More >>
Industrial Action Continues To Disrupt Metlink Rail Services
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 5:31 pm | Greater Wellington Te Pane Matua Taiao
Metlink group manager Samantha Gain says passengers should plan ahead as services may be cancelled or delayed at short notice. Where possible, passengers should travel by other means. More >>
More Strong Winds Predicted For Auckland Tomorrow
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 4:57 pm | NZ Transport Agency
Drivers of high sided vehicles and motorcyclists are advised to avoid the Auckland Harbour Bridge and use the western ring route on State Highways 16 and 18. More >>
Upcoming Overnight Closures From Warkworth To Silverdale
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 4:46 pm | NZ Transport Agency
All vehicles will be detoured via Old State Highway 1 (Pōhuehue Road) and Hibiscus Coast Road in both directions. More >>
Changes Proposed To Local Alcohol Rules
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 4:43 pm | Masterton District Council
The Chair of the Wairarapa Policy Working Group, Carterton District Councillor Robyn Cherry-Campbell said a local alcohol policy was intended to provide effective guidance for the decisions of the District Licensing Committee and the Alcohol Regulatory ... More >>
Restoration Project Exceeds All Targets
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 4:40 pm | Waikato Regional Council
The project, which included partnership funding from the Ministry for the Environment, Fonterra and Ngā Whenua Rāhui, was able to provide landowners with up to 80 per cent of the costs of the restoration work completed. More >>
Work At Sawyers Bay SH88 With Detours At Times Starts In Ten Days' Time
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 4:34 pm | NZ Transport Agency
“There will be temporary traffic signals 24/7 at the intersection of Station Road from 6am Sunday, 29 September to 6am Wednesday, 16 October,” says NZTA Journey Manager Nicole Felts. More >>
Council Prepares To Take The Field At Alex Moore Park
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 4:29 pm | Wellington City Council
Work includes upgrading the artificial turf which has reached the end of its playable life after being first laid in 2014, and also replacing some shock pads where needed. More >>
Wellington Regional Council Spends More Than $2.8 Million On “Cosmetic Upgrades” For Naenae Subway Station
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 4:23 pm | Taxpayers' Union
“This latest spending spree includes $29,000 on a “public consultation questionnaire” and more than $159,000 on entrance signs. How big and bright are these signs being installed for them to cost the same amount as a brand new Porsche? More >>
Road Freight Transport Sector Concerned At Workforce Gap For Transport Projects
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 3:49 pm | Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand
Dom Kalasih, Interim Chief Executive of Transporting New Zealand, says that a combination of long-term infrastructure planning, domestic workforce development, and flexible migration settings will be needed to deliver the infrastructure New Zealand desperately ... More >>
Springtime Weather Continues Its Vigorous Run Across New Zealand
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 3:45 pm | MetService
Covering period of Thursday 19 - Sunday 22 September Photo/Supplied MetService is forecasting more active spring weather across Aotearoa New Zealand, with showers, thunderstorms, and strong winds on the horizon. However, for many, Saturday brings ... More >>
External Funders Thanked For Making A Difference In Hurunui
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 3:41 pm | Hurunui District Council
Hurunui District Council’s Community Partnerships team reported to the Strategy and Community Committee last week on the past six months of activities, with a strong message of gratitude to external funding agencies for making many projects possible. More >>
Crime Run Goes South For Youth Group
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 3:36 pm | New Zealand Police
A 15 and 17-year-old will appear in Manukau Youth Court today and three youths aged 15 and 16 will appear in Hamilton Youth Court. More >>
Transport Sector Leaders Call For Opportunity To Work Closely With Ministry Of Transport
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 3:33 pm | New Zealand Automobile Association
Imported Motor Vehicle Industry Association Chief Executive Greig Epps says the industry leaders acknowledge the efforts so by the Minister of Transport Simeon Brown to reach out to the industry, reinforcing why the Ministry of Transport needs to be in a strong position to engage. More >>
Feilding Man Sentenced On Tax Evasion
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 3:09 pm | Inland Revenue Department
He faced representative charges of aiding or abetting another to take deductions from staff wages but didn’t pass it on to Inland Revenue; and didn’t provide GST returns with the intent to evade the assessment or payment of tax. More >>
The Bay’s Public Transport: Smart Changes For A Growing Region
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 2:37 pm | Bay of Plenty Regional Council
With more people relying on buses for commutes in Tauranga, Rotorua, and Whakatāne, technology is helping the Bay of Plenty Regional Council-provided Baybus network lead efforts to improve services, making public transport more reliable and accessible. More >>
Police Continue To Investigate Suspicious Manawatū Fire
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 2:33 pm | New Zealand Police
The fire at the property, which had been vacant for a number of weeks, occurred shortly before 6pm that day. More >>
Consent Granted For Birkenhead Development
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 2:28 pm | Environmental Protection Authority
Sweet New Zealand Co. Limited applied for resource consent under the COVID-19 Recovery (Fast-track Consenting) Act 2020. The application involves subdividing approximately 2.6 hectares of land in Birkenhead. More >>
Southern Lakes Sanctuary Receives $75,000 To Protect Native Wildlife At Bob’s Cove
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 1:46 pm | Southern Lakes Sanctuary
The Arrowtown-based nationwide charity has granted the funds to Southern Lakes Sanctuary (SLS) to install 28 state-of-the-art pest traps at Bob’s Cove, targeting possums, rats and feral cats that inhabit the area, threatening native wildlife. More >>
Canterbury Mayoral Forum Takes Stock Of Achievements Made Halfway Through Triennium
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 1:38 pm | Canterbury Mayoral Forum
In a report published in the middle of the local government term, the Forum has highlighted its achievements against the aims of their Plan for Canterbury 2023-25. More >>
Deployment Of 500 Concentrates On Beat Teams And Cracking Down On Gangs
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 1:16 pm | New Zealand Police
As part of our long-term planning, we have been considering how to best deploy these additional staff. Community reassurance and visibility, and tackling gangs, are two of our main priorities,” says Commissioner Coster. More >>
Auckland SeaLink Ferry Workers To Strike Over Growing Wage Gap
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 12:47 pm | First Union
Justin Wallace, FIRST Union organiser, said workers had not received improvements to wages and conditions that get them in line with what had been provided by Auckland Transport to other contracted ferry services, and it has made the membership feel ... More >>
Roll Out: Police Operation Aims To Disrupt Crime In Flat Bush
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 12:23 pm | New Zealand Police
Inspector Rakana Cook, Counties Manukau East’s Area Prevention Manager, says the local community would be aware of a spike in burglaries and vehicle crime and Police are committed to a prevention focussed operation to address the issue. More >>
Library Workers Call For Councils To Come To The Table To Close Illegal Pay Gap
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 12:14 pm | PSA
The PSA and the councils worked together to assess whether the workers’ roles were undervalued, following the process set out in the Equal Pay Amendment Act. More >>
Council Urges Carparking Courtesy Ahead Of Fines Rise
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 11:41 am | Kapiti Coast District Council
Parking restrictions are in place to give everyone a fair go at using car parks so they can shop and use facilities in our district. Council enforcement officers are particularly focused on ensuring cars are not parked where they cause safety issues ... More >>
Community Projects Turning Trash Into Treasure Thanks To Stratford District Waste Levy Fund
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 11:40 am | Stratford District Council
The initiative’s already having an impact on waste minimisation, with the reductions set to continue now that new community tools and infrastructure are in place. More >>
The Reserve Bank Engineered Recession
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 11:36 am | New Zealand Taxpayers' Union
The Reserve Bank must accelerate its program of reducing the official cash-rate in the light of continuing weakness in the economy and an expectation that third quarter CPI will fall under 2.5%. More >>
GDP Numbers Show Economic Worries Are Real And Need A Solution
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 11:32 am | NZCTU
The fact that we are back again in economic decline should be of real concern to those in charge of the economy, and should cause a rethink. More >>
Government Extends Funding For Growing Up In New Zealand
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 11:04 am | University of Auckland
The Growing Up in New Zealand (GUiNZ) study, a comprehensive longitudinal research project that has tracked the lives of more than 6,000 young New Zealanders since 2009, has secured further government funding to continue its work. More >>
Secretary For Regulation Appointed
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 10:41 am | Public Service Commission
Ms Gráinne Moss is currently the Acting Secretary for Regulation, a role she has held since 1 March this year. She was previously the Chief Executive and System Lead, Pay Equity at the Public Service Commission from April 2021 to February 2024. More >>
Well-off NZers Would Pay More Tax In Other Countries: New Research
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 7:53 am | Tax Justice Aotearoa
Rashbrooke’s work is also in line with previous research on upper-spectrum tax rates in New Zealand, which has shown that our tax system asks very little of its highest earners. More >>
New Zealand Sees Significant Decline In Community Resilience
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 6:40 am | Lloyd's Register Foundation
The findings come from the latest edition of the World Risk Poll Resilience Index, produced by Lloyd’s Register Foundation using data gathered by Gallup as part of the Lloyd’s Register Foundation World Risk Poll. More >>
$350 Entrust Dividend A Welcome Windfall In Cost Of Living Crisis
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 6:33 am | Entrust
The payment of $350 is the annual dividend arising from Entrust’s majority shareholding in listed energy company Vector. More >>
They Save, We Pay – Council United Against Hospital Cuts
Wednesday, 18 September 2024, 7:31 pm | Dunedin City Council
Hospital cuts hurt our people, they hurt jobs, they hurt communities, they hurt education and business, they hurt Dunedin and our region. It’s vital the government hears this message from our community loud and clear. Keep your hospital promise. More >>
