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Wellington City Council to Launch Annual Plan Public Consultation
Wellington City Council's Mayor and Councillors have finalized the draft proposals for the 2026/27 Annual Plan. These proposals will be presented to the public for consultation, with the feedback period running from April 10 to May 10, 2026. The council…
BusinessEnvironmentEntertainment Wellington City CouncilAnnual PlanPublic ConsultationWaste Minimisation FundLōemis FestivalULTRA New ZealandWellington
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Electrician Knives Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard
FACOM Toukan electrician's knives sold in New Zealand between January and December 2025 are subject to a recall due to a potential laceration hazard. The affected products are twin-blade knives designed for electricians, featuring a 35mm blade for cable work…
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State Highway 3 Reopens in Kihikihi After Fatal Crash
State Highway 3 in Kihikihi has been reopened following an earlier fatal crash. Police Media Centre issued a statement thanking motorists for their patience and understanding while diversions were in place.
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ACT Leaders Host Public Meeting in Napier
ACT Party leader David Seymour and MP Andrew Hoggard are hosting a public meeting at the Napier War Memorial Centre on April 9, 2026. The event, scheduled from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM, offers constituents an opportunity to engage directly…
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New Zealand Weather: Chilly Mornings and Settled Conditions Expected for Easter Week
New Zealand is set to experience a more settled week of weather following last week's significant rainfall, as a large high-pressure system moves in from the west. This system is bringing classic autumn conditions, characterized by cool mornings and sunny…
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New Zealand Sees Slight Rise in Filled Jobs in February 2026
New Zealand's employment indicators for February 2026 show a positive trend, with a 0.3 percent increase in seasonally adjusted filled jobs compared to January. This rise represents an addition of 7,146 jobs, bringing the total to 2.35 million filled positions.…
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MetService Forecasts Minimal Severe Weather Risk for Early April
MetService has issued its Severe Weather Outlook for the upcoming week, indicating a minimal risk of severe weather across New Zealand for the first few days of April. High pressure is expected to dominate the weather patterns from Monday, March…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ reports on tech prices, e-bikes, and crackers
Consumer NZ is reporting that consumers looking to purchase technology such as laptops, tablets, and phones should do so soon, as prices are expected to climb. The organization's technology writer advises that now is a good time to buy these…
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on diverse weekend news, from alcohol reforms to farming innovations
RNZ is reporting on a range of weekend stories. The outlet said communities are pushing back against proposed alcohol reforms that aim to reduce red tape and make licensing easier for businesses. In a separate report, RNZ highlighted a Northland…
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Heavy Rain Warning Issued for Westland Ranges
MetService has issued an Orange Heavy Rain Warning for the ranges of the Westland District, effective from 8:00 PM Friday, March 27, 2026, to 2:00 AM Saturday, March 28, 2026. Residents can expect an additional 80 to 120 mm of…
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Hawke's Bay Roadworks and Closures Ahead of Easter Weekend
Planned roadworks on Hawke's Bay state highways will conclude by midday on Thursday, April 2, ahead of the long Easter weekend. The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) announced that most roadwork will resume on Tuesday, April 7, to minimize travel…
Transportation Hawke's BayState HighwayRoadworksEaster WeekendTraffic ManagementClosuresSpeed CamerasNZ Transport Agency
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Six New Zealand Radio Stations Honored for Local Music Airplay
Six commercial radio stations have been awarded for playing over 20 percent New Zealand music over the past year. NiuFM continues to lead, achieving an impressive 54.13 percent of local music airplay, an increase from 50.24 percent in 2024. NiuFM,…
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Auckland Motorways to Undergo Overnight Closures for Maintenance
Auckland motorists should prepare for overnight closures on several key motorways as the NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi carries out essential maintenance and improvements. The closures are scheduled to take place between Friday, March 28, and Thursday, April 2, with…
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New Zealand Civil Aviation Bill Passes, Modernizing Aviation Laws
The Civil Aviation Bill has successfully passed its third reading in New Zealand Parliament, marking a significant step towards modernizing the country's aviation legislation. The new Civil Aviation Act, which will replace the current Act from 1990, is set to…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessMedia Civil Aviation AuthorityCivil Aviation BillAviation SafetyNew Zealand ParliamentAviation SecurityDangerous GoodsADS-BCivil Aviation Authority of New Zealand
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Magnitude 5.3 Earthquake Strikes Balleny Islands Region
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake was detected in the Balleny Islands region on March 26, 2026, at 01:06:19 UTC. The earthquake originated at a depth of 10 kilometers. The epicenter was located at 61.143S, 154.654E. This location is approximately 1843.4 kilometers…
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Wellington City Council Releases Latest Resource Consents
Wellington City Council has made its latest resource consents available online. The data covers consents issued and applied for between March 9 and March 22, 2026. Residents and interested parties can access this information through the council's website. Additionally, resource…
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Pak'nSave Moorhouse Recalls Bread Due to Metal Contamination
Pak'nSave Moorhouse is recalling its made-in-store bread products due to the potential presence of foreign matter, specifically metal. New Zealand Food Safety advises consumers that affected products should not be consumed. The recall impacts bread products made on-site at the…
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Wellington Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Objection
Wellington City Council has announced a series of alcohol licence applications that are now open for public objection. The applications cover a range of establishments across the city, including bars, taverns, and retail liquor stores. Graze Wine Bar, located at…
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Brett Banner Appointed Chief Financial Officer at CAA
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has announced the appointment of Brett Banner as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to its Executive Leadership Team. Banner, a Chartered Accountant with over two decades of experience in public sector finance, corporate services,…
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FMA Proposes Expanded Sandbox for FinTech Innovation
The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) is set to discuss the future of its FinTech sandbox pilot at the upcoming FinTech Hui in Wellington. The FMA aims to broaden the sandbox's scope by introducing an on-ramp or restricted license for innovative…
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Media Monitor: India faces New Zealand in T20 World Cup final; Bihar Deputy CM to meet Amit Shah
The Hindu is reporting that defending champion India will face New Zealand in the ICC T20 World Cup final on Sunday, March 8, 2026. The publication said India, despite a single loss during the campaign, has dominated and is being…
SportPolitics and GovernmentWorldSocial IssuesGeneral PoliticsState Governments T20 World CupIndiaSamrat ChoudharyAmit ShahWest BengalKeralaThe Hindu
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Media Monitor: Multiple outlets report on Iranian warship sinking, arrest over assault, courier fines
Multiple news outlets are reporting on several distinct events. The Associated Press reports that a U.S. submarine sank an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean as part of intensified U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran. Officials stated that over 1,000…
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Media Monitor: BBC reports on escalating Israel-Iran conflict and New Zealand's 'brain drain'
The BBC is reporting that Israel has been conducting strikes in Iran's capital, Tehran, and in Lebanon's capital, Beirut. According to the Iranian Red Crescent, the death toll in Iran has reached 787 since the strikes began on February 28.…
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Media Monitor: Christchurch terrorist appeals conviction in NZ court
ABC News is reporting that the convicted Christchurch terrorist is appealing his conviction in New Zealand's Court of Appeal. The terrorist, who murdered 51 people in a 2019 attack on two mosques, is testifying in court as he seeks to…
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New Zealand Unemployment Rate Rises to 5.4 Percent
New Zealand’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate reached 5.4 percent in the December 2025 quarter, up from 5.3 percent in the previous quarter, Stats NZ reported on February 4, 2026. This marks the highest unemployment rate since the September 2015 quarter,…
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Media Monitor: Potent fake oxycodone tablets detected in New Zealand
High Alert is reporting that a potent mix of a benzodiazepine and a synthetic opioid, misrepresented as oxycodone, has been detected in the Wellington region of New Zealand. The substance was found in pink pills and may be circulating nationwide.…
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ACT Party Launches 2026 Election Campaign, Citing Need for Stronger Voice
The ACT Party has officially launched its campaign for the upcoming November 7 election, with party leader David Seymour calling on supporters to help the party "aim higher." Seymour stated that the election presents New Zealanders with a choice: to…
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Auckland's SH16 The Strand Project Reaches Milestone
Auckland's SH16 The Strand Optimisation Project has reached a milestone with the opening of its shared use path this week. Line marking has been completed, along with foundation work for streetlights at Beach Road. According to an update, Vector's work…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments
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Hawke's Bay Drug Operation Nets Three Arrests
A police operation targeting methamphetamine supply in Central Hawke's Bay and Hastings has led to the arrest of three individuals. The six-month covert operation, dubbed Operation Tukutuki, was initiated in response to high levels of methamphetamine detected in wastewater testing,…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal MethamphetamineHawke's BayArrestsOperation TukutukiGangsHastingsCentral Hawke's Bay
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NZ On Air Music Wraps Up 2025 and Announces 2026 Funding Dates
NZ On Air Music has concluded a busy 2025, marked by significant support for local artists. The year included 15 funding rounds and 12 NewTracks compilations. A total of 1,110 funding applications were received, resulting in 289 NZ On Air…