Category: general_politics
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ACT Party to Host Public Meeting in Napier
ACT Leader David Seymour and MP Andrew Hoggard are hosting a public meeting at the Napier War Memorial Centre on Thursday, April 9, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. The meeting aims to provide an unfiltered account of ACT's efforts…
Politics and GovernmentMediaHealthLaw EnforcementGeneral Politics
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ACT Party Leader David Seymour to Host Public Meeting in Napier
ACT Leader David Seymour and ACT MP Andrew Hoggard will host a public meeting at the Napier War Memorial Centre next Thursday, April 9, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. The meeting, held at 48 Marine Parade, Napier, aims to…
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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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Te Papa Offers Half-Price Entry for Wellington Residents
Wellington City Council is continuing its nearly 30-year partnership with Te Papa by offering Wellington residents a special half-price day for the 'Breathe | Mauri Ora' exhibition. This annual event invites all residents of Wellington City to experience a major…
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Wellington Gears Up for Weekend of Major Events
Wellington, also known as Pōneke, is preparing to host two significant events this weekend: the Newtown Fair and the Pride Festival. These events are expected to bring a surge of fun, food, and festivities to the capital city. The Newtown…
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Media Monitor: Finland President to visit India, T20 World Cup semifinal previewed
The Hindu is reporting that Finland President Alexander Stubb will begin a state visit to India on Wednesday, at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. According to the Ministry of External Affairs, Stubb will be accompanied by a high-level…
SportPolitics and GovernmentWorldMediaGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsAsiaEuropeTradeMilitary FinlandAlexander StubbIndiaT20 World CupSouth AfricaRaisina DialogueThe Hindu
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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.…
WorldPolitics and GovernmentMediaMiddle EastAsiaEuropeGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentMilitaryDisastersLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesFilm and TVDigital and Print PublishingEconomyEmployment and Labor IsraelIranTehranLebanonBeirutbrain drainBBC
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Wellington's Central Library Reopens After Major Milestone
Wellington's Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui Central Library is set to reopen its doors to the public on Saturday, March 14, at 10am. This event marks a significant milestone for the city. The reopening signifies the culmination of extensive…
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsDigital and Print Publishing
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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…
Politics and GovernmentMediaWorldGeneral PoliticsEconomyFinancial MarketsFilm and TVLaw Enforcement Christchurch terroristCourt of Appealappealconvictionguilty pleasmosque attackABC News
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Wellington City Council Returns Granville Flats Land to Tenths Trust
Wellington City Council has officially returned the Granville flats land in Berhampore to the Wellington Tenths Trust (Tenths) at a ceremony held today. This action signifies a formal handover of the land back to its original custodians. The event marks…
Politics and GovernmentAustralasiaState GovernmentsGeneral Politics
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on ferry grounding, road cone spending, and brain training
RNZ is reporting that the Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC) will send a team of investigators to Akaroa following the grounding of a ferry. The 17-meter catamaran was on a wildlife cruise with 38 passengers and three crew aboard when…
Politics and GovernmentHealthMediaGeneral PoliticsEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesEducation
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Courtenay Precinct Undergoes Green Transformation
Wellington City Council is overseeing a green transformation in the Courtenay precinct, particularly where Courtenay Place meets Kent and Cambridge Terraces. A revamped centre island is central to this initiative, symbolizing a revival of green spaces in the area. The…
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Media Monitor: Australian Broadcasting Corporation reports on political shifts, terror plot, and natural disasters
The Australian Broadcasting Corporation is reporting on significant political and social developments. The outlet said the Liberal and National parties are moving in separate directions following the coalition's dissolution, leaving Opposition Leader Sussan Ley with a reshuffled cabinet and a…
Politics and GovernmentWorldMediaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentOther PartiesDisastersLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesAgricultureEnergyLegalEducationGeneral Weather AustraliaPoliticsTerrorismNatural DisasterAustralia DayCoalitionABC News
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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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Fiordland Rescue Underscores Boating Preparedness
A recent rescue in a remote Fiordland location has emphasized the importance of preparedness for boaters. Two men on a fishing and diving trip south of Milford Sound were stranded Saturday night when their recreational boat experienced mechanical failure. They…
Politics and GovernmentWorldMediaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentTransportationDisasters
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Wellington City Council Receives New Alcohol Licence Applications
Wellington City Council has announced a series of new alcohol licence applications that are now open for public objection. The applications cover a range of establishments across the city, including hotels, restaurants, bars, markets, and specialized venues. Among the recent…
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ACT Party Appeals for End-of-Year Fundraising Boost
The ACT Party is urgently seeking donations to meet its end-of-year fundraising target. With the deadline set for midnight tonight, party leaders are appealing to supporters to help build a "serious war chest" for the upcoming year. John Windsor, ACT…
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsPolitical Parties ACT PartyDavid SeymourJohn WindsorFundraisingPoliticsDonationsACT NZ
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New Zealand Police 391 Recruit Wing Graduation Ceremony
The New Zealand Police will hold the graduation ceremony for the 391 Recruit Wing on Thursday, December 18, at Te Rauparaha Arena in Porirua. The event celebrates the completion of the initial training course by the newly attested police officers,…
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesLaw EnforcementAustralasiaGeneral Politics New Zealand Police391 Recruit WingGraduation CeremonyRichard ChambersMark MitchellLouisa WallPorirua
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New Zealand's Carbon Footprint Rises in 2023
New Zealand's consumption-based greenhouse gas emissions increased 1.6 percent in the year ended December 2023, reaching 58,301 kilotonnes. These statistics, often referred to as a nation’s carbon footprint, link emissions from production to the final consumer, encompassing the entire supply…
EnvironmentPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyAustralasiaClimate ChangeGeneral PoliticsFederal Government
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports rising nitrate levels in South Canterbury town
Radio New Zealand is reporting that nitrate levels are rising in a small South Canterbury town. It said some council water supplies in the town were previously off limits for extended periods due to breaches of drinking water standards.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentEntertainmentWeatherSocial IssuesGeneral PoliticsFilm and TVGeneral Weather RNZSouth Canterburynitrate levelswater supplydrinking waterenvironmentRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports Watercare delays plant opening
Radio New Zealand is reporting that Watercare has delayed the opening of the Onehunga treatment plant by two years. The facility was shut three years ago, after the detection of substances linked to cancer and immune problems, RNZ said. In…
Politics and GovernmentSportWeatherHealthAustralasiaAustraliaGeneral PoliticsLegalMedical ScienceAgricultureGeneral Weather WatercareOnehungaMariameno Kapa-KingiTe Pāti MāoriFIFA World CupAll WhitesTangihau AngusRNZ News
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Names Released of Those Involved in Pataua South Water Incident
Police have named the individuals involved in the recent water incident off the coast of Pataua South on November 14th. The child who passed away has been identified as 11-year-old Jason Paul Wharerau from Auckland. The search continues for Ethan…
Politics and GovernmentWorldDisastersSocial IssuesLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsAustralasia
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NZ On Air Boosts Journalism Funding by $1.6m
NZ On Air has extended funding for two journalism initiatives, the Local Democracy Reporting scheme (LDR) and Open Justice, after receiving an additional $1.6m from the Government in Budget 2025. The funding aims to support local journalism, with a focus…
Politics and GovernmentMediaBusinessGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentDigital and Print PublishingMedia Crisis NZ On AirLocal Democracy ReportingOpen JusticeJournalismFundingAmie Mills
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Media Monitor: ABC News reports on Cyclone Fina, Greene's resignation, and more
ABC News is reporting that Tropical Cyclone Fina has intensified to a category three system as it moves towards Darwin. In other news, Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene has announced she is resigning from Congress after a falling out with Donald…
WeatherPolitics and GovernmentWorldHealthSportAustralasiaEuropeMedical ScienceGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyCongressSocial Issues Cyclone FinaMarjorie Taylor GreeneDonald TrumpGarbage DumpFood FraudRFK Jr.ABC News Australia
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Media Monitor: ABC News reports on Cyclone Fina, Greene's resignation, and more
ABC News is reporting that Tropical Cyclone Fina has intensified to a category three system as it moves towards Darwin. In other news, Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene has announced she is resigning from Congress after a falling out with Donald…
WeatherPolitics and GovernmentWorldHealthSportAustralasiaEuropeMedical ScienceGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyCongressSocial Issues Cyclone FinaMarjorie Taylor GreeneDonald TrumpGarbage DumpFood FraudRFK Jr.ABC News
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ACT Party Highlights Legislative Achievements in Lawmaking, Medicines, and Firearms
The ACT Party has highlighted its recent legislative achievements, including the passage of the Regulatory Standards Bill, the Medicines Amendment Bill, and a significant rewrite of firearms law. According to ACT, these changes deliver "real, measurable results for the people…
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsMedical ScienceLegal ACT PartyRegulatory Standards BillMedicines Amendment BillArms ActNicole McKeeDavidPharmac
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New Police Officers to Graduate in Wellington and Auckland
Two recruit wings, 389 in Wellington and 390 in Auckland, are set to graduate this week, marking their attestation as Police Officers. The ceremonies signify the completion of their initial training course. Police Commissioner Richard Chambers and Associate Minister of…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSportGeneral Politics New Zealand PoliceRichard ChambersCasey CostelloCameron LeslieSir John KeyWellingtonAuckland
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NZ Police Commissioner Apologizes for 'Inexcusable Conduct' in Handling of Sexual Assault Complaint
New Zealand Police Commissioner Richard Chambers has issued a statement addressing the findings of an IPCA review into the Police handling of complaints against Jevon McSkimming. Chambers described the conduct of former senior leaders as "inexcusable". Chambers stated he was…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesLegalAustralasiaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLaw EnforcementLegal
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Media Monitor: ABC News reports Philippines evacuates residents ahead of typhoon
ABC News is reporting that the Philippines has evacuated more than 100,000 residents across its eastern and northern regions ahead of Super Typhoon Fung-wong making landfall. In other news, police are investigating witness reports of a single gunshot heard near…
Law EnforcementWorldPolitics and GovernmentWeatherSocial IssuesScience & TechnologyAsiaAustralasiaGeneral PoliticsClimate ChangeMedical ScienceEducation PhilippinesTyphoon Fung-wongDezi FreemanQueenslandAccidentEvacuationNatural DisasterABC News Australia
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Media Monitor: ABC News reports Philippines evacuates residents ahead of typhoon
ABC News is reporting that more than 100,000 residents across the eastern and northern regions of the Philippines have been evacuated ahead of Super Typhoon Fung-wong making landfall. In other news, police are investigating reports of a gunshot heard near…
Law EnforcementWorldPolitics and GovernmentWeatherSocial IssuesAsiaAustralasiaGeneral Politics PhilippinesTyphoon Fung-wongDezi FreemanTongariro National ParkWildfireEvacuationABC News