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Government: Affordable Homes To Address Rotorua Housing Shortage

Roy Murphy: A vision for savings

Kiwibank: Kiwibank’s Latest 2025 Outlook

Science Media Centre: Plane Crash In Ahmedabad – Expert Reaction

NZ Police: Mental Health Response Change Programme Phase Two Update

PSA: Govt Cuts Will Undermine Access To New Zealand’s History

OSPRI New Zealand: New Legal Requirement To Record Raw Milk Movement

Forest And Bird: New Voluntary Nature Credits Market Must Have Integrity

Gordon Campbell: On The Making Of King Donald

After decades of watching the US prop up dictatorships in Central America, South America and the Middle East, there’s a certain irony in seeing authoritarian rule play out on the streets of Los Angeles. No doubt, Donald Trump’s deployment of the National Guard - and the US Marines! - to quell what were (initially) peaceful protests against his harsh immigration policies has been deliberately provocative. That’s the point. The enemy is whoever opposes him.

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NEW ZEALAND POLITICS

EDS: Government Undermines Regional Powers To Protect Coastal Biodiversity

“This is a direct attack on the ability of local communities to safeguard their coastal environments,” said EDS Chief Operating Officer Shay Schlaepfer.

Greenpeace: Shane Jones Indicates NZ's Entire EEZ Now Open For Oil And Gas Free-for-All

The climate science is clear. We cannot afford to burn known fossil fuel reserves, let alone search for more. This latest move by Shane Jones is climate denial in action.

Ngati Kahungunu Iwi Inc: Kahungunu Submission Rejects The Regulatory Standards Bill In Its Entirety

The bill's numerous flaws and its potential for far-reaching negative consequences, as highlighted by extensive expert analysis, necessitate its withdrawal.

Fire and Emergency NZ: Older People Are More Likely To Die In A House Fire This Winter - Check They Are Fire Safe Today

We’re asking people to ensure whānau, friends and neighbours are heating their houses safely, have working smoke alarms, can, and know how to get out of their houses safely in a fire.

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand: Statement from RBNZ chair Neil Quigley about OIAs on Adrian Orr's resignation

“We are taking into account the feedback that we have received on our management of these OIA requests and looking carefully at how we can improve our response times in the future,' Mr Quigley said.

Deep Sea Conservation Coalition: Protected Corals Destroyed In Six-Tonne Bycatch “Disaster” From A Single Bottom Trawl

Environmentalists are describing the incident as “a stark reminder of the horrors of bottom trawling” and are renewing calls for the destructive fishing method to be banned on seamounts and other vital deep sea habitats.

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Water Incident, Pātea 2:51 PM | New Zealand Police
Slip Closes SH7, Crews Working To Reopen 2:48 PM | NZTA
Hunters Feeding Hungry Cantabrians With Tonnes Of Venison Meat 14/06/25 | RNZ
Christchurch Tsunami Sirens Face Axe After Failed Test, Communication Breakdowns 14/06/25
Claim Councillor Told Another To 'F*** Off' After 'True History' Clash 14/06/25 | Laura Smit...
High Court Recognises Ātiawa Ki Whakarongotai Entitlement To Customary Marine Ti... 14/06/25
National Volunteer Week Celebrates Millions Of Volunteers 14/06/25 | Volunteering New Zealan...

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BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH

Property Council New Zealand: Hiwa Recreation Centre Takes Top Award At 2025 Property Industry Awards

“Hiwa is a physical manifestation of the importance the University places on the holistic wellbeing of its student cohort; and the project sits at the heart of a strategy to encourage student activation and engagement on-campus,” said Leonie Freeman, chief executive of the Property Council.

Great Journeys New Zealand: Scenic Plus Winter Menu Launched

The unique dining experiences focus on the ‘paddock to plate’ concept, emphasising the journey of each ingredient from its origin in New Zealand to the table on board the train.

Tourism New Zealand: Tourism New Zealand Invites The World To Find Their 100% Pure New Zealand In New Global Campaign

Tourism New Zealand Chief Executive René de Monchy said: “This is our call for people around the world to be totally connected, present, inspired and fulfilled in one of the world’s most breathtaking destinations.”

Bill Bennett: Comcom warns 2degrees over satellite marketing

The Commerce Commission warns 2degrees over satellite claims; Tait bids for Vital; the TCF introduces a code to support customers needing priority services; Spark recycles laptops for schools; Xero adds iPhone tap payments

Transpower: Major Electricity Development For Western Bay Of Plenty A Step Closer

Transpower is working with Powerco, which owns and operates the local electricity lines, to coordinate developing electricity infrastructure that will meet the future needs of people who live, work and play in the western Bay of Plenty.

Alcohol Beverages Council: Turning The Tide - New Zealanders Unite To Curb Harmful Drinking

“Most of us agree that targeted education and support programmes create a better understanding of responsible drinking – a fact borne out by the fact that 70% of the New Zealanders surveyed agreed that such programmes reduce alcohol-related harm”, said NZABC Executive Director Virginia Nicholls.

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Eugene Doyle: The West’s War On Iran

What we are witnessing is the racist, genocidal Israeli regime, armed and encouraged by the US, Germany, UK and other Western regimes, launching a war that has no justification other than the expansion of Israeli power and the advancement of its Greater Israel project.

Richard S. Ehrlich: Deadly Border Feud Between Thailand & Cambodia

In an official letter to Thailand's embassy in Phnom Penh, Cambodia's Foreign Ministry officially demanded an investigation and trial for Thailand's troops who 'without provocation' allegedly killed the Cambodian.

Gordon Campbell: On Free Speech And Anti-Semitism

For the record: the haka in Parliament did not disrupt the taking of the first reading vote on The Treaty Principles Bill. It occurred after the votes from the other political parties had been cast and tallied, as the footage from Parliament clearly shows.

Ian Powell: The Disgrace Of The Hospice Care Funding Scandal

Ian Powell discusses the tipping point of the funding crisis facing hospice care in New Zealand.

Binoy Kampmark: Catching Israel Out - Gaza And The Madleen “Selfie” Protest

As the formalities are being chewed over, the broader designation of the effort by the Madleen and her crew as those of a “selfie yacht” offer the pool’s reflection to Israeli authorities.

Ramzy Baroud: Gaza's 'Humanitarian' Façade - A Deceptive Ploy Unravels

In Netanyahu's mind, the aid mechanism is part of the war. In his own words, all of this, the military-arranged aid and ongoing genocide, is "the war and victory plan."

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The West’s War On Iran 14/06/25 | Eugene Doyle
Rogue States And Thought Crimes: Israel Strikes Iran 14/06/25 | Binoy Kampmark
AUKUS: A Very Antipodean Stupidity 14/06/25 | Binoy Kampmark
Clio: Whose Side Is 'History' On? 13/06/25 | Keith Rankin
The Morality Of Small Means: Sanctioning Israel’s Ministers 13/06/25 | Binoy Kampmark
Red Card For Genocide: Why FIFA Must Be Held To Account 13/06/25 | Ramzy Baroud
On The Making Of King Donald 12/06/25 | Gordon Campbell

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WORLD

UN Department of Global Communications: FAO Releases The Most Detailed Global Assessment Of Marine Fish Stocks To Date

Informed by over 650 experts from more than 200 institutions and over 90 countries, this participatory and inclusive report analyzes trends across all FAO marine fishing areas and offers the clearest picture to date of how global marine fisheries are faring.

World Economic Forum: Gender Gap Closes At Fastest Rate Since Pandemic

The global gender gap has closed to 68.8%, marking the strongest annual advancement since the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet full parity remains 123 years away at current rates, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report 2025.

KidsRights: KidsRights Index 2025 Now Available

This year’s study highlights that over 14 percent of children and adolescents aged 10-19 years globally are experiencing mental health concerns, with the global average suicide rate standing at 6 per 100,000 among adolescents aged 15-19 years.

CNS: We Can Do Better So That All People With HIV Live Healthy Normal Lifespans

People living with HIV must take care of one’s mental health and wellbeing, adhere to HIV treatment to stay undetectable and take care of life-style related diseases and ageing-related issues.

John Divinagracia, IMI: The Evolution Of Mankind’s First Voice - How Drums Shape The Human Story

From ancient rituals to modern beats, the drum has echoed through every era as a vessel of rhythm, culture, and connection.

Deep Sea Mining Campaign: New Report Exposes Impossible Metals’ Claims As Scientifically Baseless

The Deep Sea Mining Campaign calls for a precautionary approach to prevail over the financial agendas of the handful of companies driving this industry.

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FAO Releases The Most Detailed Global Assessment Of Marine Fish Stocks To Date 7:29 AM
Embassy Of Israel In Wellington Closes Amid International Conflict 14/06/25 | RNZ
Palau's President Says New Index Should Be Used To Classify Economic Position 14/06/25 | RNZ
Bougainville Legal Dept Looking Towards Sorcery Violence Policy 14/06/25 | RNZ
Cook Islands Announces Protection Zone For Migrating Oceania Humpback Whales 14/06/25 | RNZ
Israel-Iran Crisis: UN Chief Urges Calm After Overnight Strikes 14/06/25 | UN News
Israel’s Pre-Emptive War Illegal, Unjustified 14/06/25 | Peace Action Wellington

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LIFESTYLE

HMAC: HMAC Welcomes Government Health Changes

Chair Parekawhia McLean said the change allows the committee to provide both Minister and Health New Zealand strong and clear advice on Māori health priorities and support to improve Māori health outcomes.

Health New Zealand: Community And Collaboration Bring New Mental Health Facility Garden To Life

“It was fantastic to see everyone working together to transform the new facility’s garden into a vibrant and healing space,” says Jesse Jardine, Programme Director for Project Maunga, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora.

NZBS: Turn Up The Music, Roll Up Your Sleeve - New Zealand Blood Service Drop The Beats For Donation

Timed to roughly last the length of time spent in the chair for either a whole blood or plasma donation, the playlists have been crafted by familiar names such as Tiki Taane, Fat Freddy’s Drop, Shapeshifter, Erin Simpson and SYSCA’s Lucy Blakiston, amongst others.

School Library Association of NZ Aotearoa: Students Missing Out - New Research Exposes Alarming Disparities Across Aotearoa

“While many principals recognise the vital role that libraries and specialised librarians play in supporting student learning and wellbeing, insufficient funding and competing priorities often prevent these goals from being achieved,” explains Sasha Eastwood, SLANZA Interim Manukura | President.

ANZCA: Health Reforms Raise Fears Of Two-Tier System And Workforce Shortages

Dr Graham Roper, chair of ANZCA’s New Zealand National Committee, says the outsourcing plans will negatively affect the training of anaesthetists, who are critical for operations to proceed, and see existing specialists move from public hospitals to the private sector.

Māpura Studios: A Matariki Exhibition At Historic Alberton House

Running from Wednesday 18 June to Sunday 6 July, the exhibition invites visitors to experience a deeply moving celebration of diversity and connection. It speaks to the strength found in difference – how individual voices, woven together, can create something truly beautiful.

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75th Indoor Bowling Nationals A Success With Champions Ranging From 24 Years Old... 2:53 PM
David Byrne Announces New Album Who Is The Sky? Due September 5th 7:18 AM | The Label
Stars Succumb To Steel In Auckland 14/06/25 | Stars Netball
NRL: The Man Behind NZ Warriors' 'Next Man Up' Philosophy 14/06/25 | RNZ
Mikhail Laxton Announces Debut Aotearoa Show 14/06/25 | Broken Record Publicity
Wai, Kai & Kapa Haka – A Matariki Celebration At Matakana Village 13/06/25 | Matakana Villag...
Blues Set For Semi Final Showdown In Christchurch 13/06/25 | Blues Rugby

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