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Acorn Foundation Announces $3.2M In Community Funding

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 9:32 pm | Acorn Foundation

Applications received for Acorn’s unrestricted grants increased by 40% this year, reflecting the funding challenges faced by the community sector in 2024. More >>

CCTV Sought Of Missing Upper Hutt Man

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 7:15 pm | New Zealand Police

His disappearance is out of the ordinary. Police are also asking members of the public to check their own properties, if safe to do so, and call us if there are signs that Mr Hill may have been there. More >>

Road Closure, King Edward Street, Motueka - Tasman

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 6:15 pm | New Zealand Police

Police were alerted to the fire on King Edward Street about 4.40pm. There are no reports of injuries, and all occupants of the house have been accounted for. More >>

Government Urged To Keep Hospital Promise

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 6:02 pm | Dunedin City Council

Mayor of Dunedin Jules Radich and New Zealand Nurses’ Organisation (NZNO) delegate Linda Smillie present the petition to Minister of Health Hon Dr Shane Reti in Wellington today. (Photo/Supplied) Dunedin (Tuesday, 17 September 2024) – The Dunedin City ... More >>

Extreme Online Safety Wānanga To Protect Mokopuna Tamariki

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 5:18 pm | Te Whariki Manawahine o Hauraki

The rise and rise of online abuse has led to the hāpori of Hauraki to hold dedicated wānanga so whānau can tool up to counter the escalating threatening and predatory behaviour that’s occurring on the web. Netsafe and Te Pūkotahitanga, the tangata ... More >>

Thought-Provoking Exhibition Comes To Taupō Museum

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 4:37 pm | Taupo District Council

Playing off the phrase “memento mori” which expresses the inevitability of death, the Californian artist reimagines Aotearoa as a land of rebirth and harmony, bringing back the giant moa from extinction to symbolise those loved and now lost. More >>

Police Charge Man With Ariki Rigby’s Murder

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 4:08 pm | New Zealand Police

Hawke’s Bay Police have today arrested and charged an Auckland man with the murder of Ariki Rigby. More >>

UNFPA Report Launched In Wellington Reveals Major Health Disparities For Women And Girls In Asia-Pacific

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 3:51 pm | Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa

Despite 30 years of significant global progress, millions of women and girls in Asia and the Pacific face severe sexual and reproductive health risks due to racism, sexism, and other forms of discrimination, reveals this year’s UNFPA State of the World ... More >>

Significant Māori Social Service Provider Pushback Opposing New Liquor Licence As Hamilton City Council Begins Hearings

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 3:40 pm | Te Kohao Health

One vocal opponent is large scale prevention initiative, Healthy Families Te Ngira with Te Kōhao Health in Hamilton that’s part of a significant Māori service provider network in Waikato, Hauraki, Maniapoto and Raukawa. More >>

Updated: Outcome Of Code Of Conduct Complaints Against Councillor Andrew Bydder

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 3:31 pm | Hamilton City Council

Hamilton City Council has found complaints against Councillor Andrew Bydder represent a material breach of the Council’s Code of Conduct, and imposed a number of penalties for the breach. More >>

Three-year Investigation Into Comancheros Results In Over 100 Charges Laid, Assets Restrained

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 3:10 pm | New Zealand Police

Police Commissioner Andrew Coster says cumulatively 137 charges have been laid against the gang’s members and associates. This investigation represents the single biggest blow to the Comancheros’ operations since Operation Nova. More >>

Outcome Of Code Of Conduct Complaints Against Councillor Andrew Bydder

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 2:59 pm | Hamilton City Council

The complaints were in relation to a submission Councillor Bydder made to Waipā District Council about its Cambridge Connections project. More >>

Waingake Warriors: Planting Pride And Preserving Water

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 2:52 pm | Gisborne District Council

In partnership with Maraetaha Incorporation, Council’s Waingake Transformation Programme is an ambitious project to restore 1,200ha of clear-fell pine back to indigenous forest. More >>

Public Asked For Sightings Of Pygmy Blue Whale Freed From Kawau Wharf

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 2:37 pm | Department of Conservation

The whale was freed at about 6 pm last night following the removal of several piles from the private Schoolhouse Bay wharf under which the whale was lodged. More >>

Police Serve Charge Following Aggravated Robbery

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 2:13 pm | New Zealand Police

The man was allegedly armed with a firearm and demanded money before the fog cannon was activated. More >>

Council Awaits Commission’s Decision On South Ward’s Future Direction

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 1:53 pm | Hurunui District Council

The Initial Proposal was consulted on in May, submissions were deliberated on in June and a Final Proposal was approved. Eleven appeals to the Final Proposal were received by the Commission by 1 August. More >>

SPCA’s Sweetest Fundraiser Cupcake Day Is Tomorrow

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 1:30 pm | SPCA

The fundraiser encourages people to host a morning tea or a cake stall at school, work, or anywhere their community gathers. More >>

Dargaville Homicide: Name Release

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 1:23 pm | New Zealand Police

She was 35-year-old Jasmaine Corin Reihana of Paihia. More >>

Championing Local Waste-Reduction And Sustainability Initiatives

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 12:39 pm | Tauranga City Council

Again Again Limited will introduce reusable beverage containers at public events, aiming to reduce single-use waste. Founder Nada Piatek said the funding will “significantly reduce waste at local events.” More >>

Environmental Defence Society Seeking Support To Bolster RM Reform Team

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 12:33 pm | Environmental Defence Society

It is vitally important that there is a well-resourced voice for our natural world and the wider public interest in this exercise, without which things could go horribly wrong for our environment. More >>

First Responders Face Off

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 10:27 am | New Zealand Police

Manawatū Rugby Union Chief Executive Doug Tietjens says the union is excited to partner with the emergency services for a big day of rugby. More >>

Nelson City Council Seeks Expressions Of Interest For Library, Community Hub, And Civic Centre Development

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 10:22 am | Nelson City Council

Nelson City Council is calling for expressions of interest (EOI). The opening of the EOI follows approval by elected members of an Indicative Business Case for a new Library, Community Hub, and Civic Centre in August this year. More >>

Police Acknowledge IPCA Summary Into Officer’s Falsified Bail Checks

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 10:18 am | New Zealand Police

“We are disappointed by the former officer’s actions and our investigation established this behaviour was occurring in isolation,” Superintendent Gray says. More >>

Officer Convicted After Falsifying Bail Checks In Counties Manukau

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 10:09 am | Independent Police Conduct Authority

Police then conducted further investigations which led to the officer being charged in December 2021, and pleading guilty in April 2024, just prior to his court hearing. The officer resigned in May 2024. More >>

Wairarapa Survey Highlights Ongoing Impacts Of 2023 Cyclones

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 9:48 am | Masterton District Council

Run by the Wairarapa Recovery Office (WRO), the survey of people in impacted areas found that 75 percent of respondents had outstanding property damage, with substantial fencing, dam and bridge repairs, silt and debris clearance, and replanting still ... More >>

Community Invited To Shape The Future Of Foxton And Foxton Beach

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 9:44 am | Horowhenua District Council

After months of consultation and planning, the draft plan is now open for public feedback. This plan builds on ideas shared by the community during workshops held in May, July, and August 2024 and outlines a comprehensive vision for the future ... More >>

Name Release, Cheltenham-Hunterville Road, Beaconsfield

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 9:35 am | New Zealand Police

The names of the women who died following a two vehicle crash on Cheltenham-Hunterville Road, Thursday 12 September were 29-year-old Lauren Kate Somerville, and 47-year-old Judith Anne Tweedale, both of Mangaweka. More >>

Resident Sings New Roundabout’s Praises

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 9:20 am | Tauranga City Council

Mike Claridge, who uses a wheelchair to move around, says the safety improvements along Waitaha Road mean he can now get out and about and visit his local shops, something that used to be extremely difficult to do. More >>

Share It About – Park Further Out

Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 8:50 am | Marlborough District Council

Tariffs in the outer carparks will decrease, to incentivise people to use those for all day parking. Meanwhile, car parks in the inner circle will be limited to four hours to encourage faster turnover and support local retail and business activity. More >>

Reminder: SH1 closures this week between Silverdale and Warkworth

Monday, 16 September 2024, 7:15 pm | NZTA

NZTA thanks motorists in advance for their patience. More >>

Fruitful Search Lands One In Court

Monday, 16 September 2024, 7:13 pm | New Zealand Police

A 35-year-old man appeared in the Whangārei District Court today facing charges including burglary and unlawful possession of a firearm. More >>

Wellington Rail Workers Taking Industrial Action From Midnight

Monday, 16 September 2024, 4:55 pm | Rail And Maritime Transport Union

Rail and Maritime Transport Union General Secretary Todd Valster says at this stage the industrial action is an overtime ban, shift change and/or shift extension bans. More >>

Offender Disqualified From Keeping Animals

Monday, 16 September 2024, 4:33 pm | SPCA

SPCA Inspectors executed a search warrant and found one puppy, two kittens, ten doves, one pigeon and a deceased dove inside the property. More >>

Three Arrested For Three Burglaries In Pegasus

Monday, 16 September 2024, 4:31 pm | New Zealand Police

A youth appeared in Christchurch Youth Court today and an 18-year-old woman is due to appear in Christchurch District Court on 20 September, both facing charges of burglary and receiving stolen property. More >>

Gang Members Arrested In Wairoa During Gang Conflict Warrant

Monday, 16 September 2024, 4:15 pm | New Zealand Police

The Gang Conflict Warrant was sought by Eastern District Police following an incident on Grey Street on 10 September, where a house was shot at and cars were set on fire. More >>

First National Commemoration Of New Zealand Service In Timor-Leste

Monday, 16 September 2024, 4:12 pm | Ministry For Culture And Heritage

New Zealand troops were deployed to Timor-Leste to support restoring peace and security as part of a United Nations-sanctioned multinational operation. More >>

Name Release: Fatal Crash, SH 5, Tapapa

Monday, 16 September 2024, 4:00 pm | New Zealand Police

Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing. More >>

Tauranga City Council Adopts Plan Change To Unlock Land For Future Industrial Growth

Monday, 16 September 2024, 3:41 pm | Tauranga City Council

The area included under Private Plan Change 35 covers approximately 133ha of which 108ha will be rezoned industrial, helping to meet the predicted 320ha industrial land demand that’s needed in Tauranga over the next 30 years. More >>

Industrial Action Looms As NZDF Refuses Pay Rise For Civilian Workers

Monday, 16 September 2024, 3:34 pm | PSA

The zero wage increase NZDF tabled in bargaining is insulting to all civilian workers, so our members are left with no choice but show the depth of their feelings by taking this action. More >>

Strong Winds Predicted Tomorrow – Take Care On Auckland Harbour Bridge

Monday, 16 September 2024, 3:32 pm | NZTA

Motorists are urged to drive to the conditions and look out for the electronic message boards which will indicate lane closures and reduced speeds, and stay within their lane while travelling across the bridge. More >>

ANZIIF Support ICNZ’s Call For Faster Climate Action

Monday, 16 September 2024, 3:05 pm | ANZIIF

ANZIIF acknowledges the far-reaching impacts of climate change on New Zealand’s economy, public safety, and environment. Addressing this issue is vital to ensuring the wellbeing of people, businesses, and communities. More >>

Concern Over Funding Cuts Affecting Front-line Services

Monday, 16 September 2024, 2:58 pm | Presbyterian Support Northern

PSN is particularly concerned about the 800 or so vulnerable whānau who will be left with little or no support for caring for their tamariki. More >>

Society Established Amidst Concern For Environmental And Planning Effects Of Coronet Village Fast-Track Proposal

Monday, 16 September 2024, 2:57 pm | Malaghans Valley Protection Society

The Malaghans Valley Protection Society has been set up to inform the local community and wider Whakatipu basin of the full proposal and to encourage others to join in to voice their concerns. More >>

Removal Of Destroyed Bridges Underway

Monday, 16 September 2024, 2:52 pm | Gisborne District Council

Grays Bridge on Bruce Road (Kanakanaia) has now been successfully removed, and work that began this week on removing the components of the Hangaroa Bridge on Tiniroto Road has now also been completed. More >>

Biggest Water Conference In Aotearoa New Zealand Gets Underway Next Week

Monday, 16 September 2024, 2:37 pm | Water New Zealand

The Water New Zealand Conference and Expo is expected to attract more than 1000 delegates and exhibitors along with more than 100 keynote, thought leadership, technical presentations and workshops running across seven parallel streams. More >>

Tree Harvest And Track Renewals Starting Soon At Ōropi Grove Mountain Bike Park

Monday, 16 September 2024, 2:27 pm | Tauranga City Council

Trees within the park have reached maturity and now pose a risk to both visitors and the underground water pipes running from the Ōropi water treatment plant. More >>

Regional Council Finishes Work Protecting Makaretu River Gas Pipeline

Monday, 16 September 2024, 2:24 pm | Hawkes Bay Regional Council

To minimise future erosion on the river edge, HBRC with support from Firstgas, installed a series of rope-and-rail groynes. These structures help to stabilise the gravel and channel along the river edge. More >>

International Day Of Older Persons Is Coming Up And Stratford’s Set To Celebrate With A Free Event

Monday, 16 September 2024, 2:21 pm | Stratford District Council

The free celebration will include BINGO with prizes, musical entertainment by the Stratford Singers, and lunch, with a cuppa or three included. More >>

EPA Takes Next Steps On DCPA Weedkiller

Monday, 16 September 2024, 1:18 pm | Environmental Protection Authority

The EPA has introduced restrictions to New Zealand so the weedkiller can only be used on soil where specific crops are grown, pregnant individuals or individuals who may be pregnant are prevented from using the substance or entering a site where ... More >>

Climate Resilient Communities Fund Open For Applications

Monday, 16 September 2024, 1:12 pm | Northland Regional Council

Northland Regional Council is seeking applications for the new Climate Resilient Communities Fund, which will invest $9.2 million over 10 years into projects that build community capacity and drive transformational change for community and tangata ... More >>

Cold Air Brings Risk Of Snow, Thunderstorms And Hail

Monday, 16 September 2024, 1:10 pm | MetService

The band of rain passing over the North Island today brings the risk of thunderstorms to Taranaki, Northland, Auckland, Coromandel and coastal Bay of Plenty. Heavy rain will accompany the thunderstorms but for Northland there is also the potential for ... More >>