New Zealand News

Best Western Newmarket Inn & Suites Auckland Achieves Internationally Recognised GSTC Certification

Best Western Newmarket is proud to announce it has officially achieved certification from the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, one of the world’s most respected and credible authorities in sustainable tourism.

By Media PA
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News 5:22PM

Sunil Patil of LINK Business Brokers Waikato Joins NZ Business Connect as the 100th Member

NZ Business Connect is proud to announce and welcome Sunil Patil of LINK Business Brokers Waikato as its milestone 100th member, a significant achievement for the growing network of trusted business professionals across New Zealand.

L-R  Sunil Patil of LINK Business Brokers Waikato and NZ Business Connect Founder Phillip Quay

By Media PA
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News 2:00PM

Kiwi Web Design Is Moving Clients from Traditional SEO to AI-Driven Search (AEO/GEO)

By Kiwi Web Design
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News 10:04PM

Back-to-School Vision: The Myopia Checklist Every Parent Needs

As the new school year kicks off, parents are busy checking off stationery lists and fitting new uniforms.

By News Online
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News 4:05PM

Faux Wood Shutters in NZ: How to Keep Them Durable and Beautiful

Faux wood shutters are a practical and stylish choice for New Zealand homes, offering the look of timber without the maintenance challenges.

Control sunlight and privacy with the right blinds.

By News Online
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News 3:59PM

What to Know Before Installing Outdoor Awnings in NZ

Outdoor awnings are a practical way to add shade, protect outdoor areas, and reduce heat inside your home.

Moisture-resistant faux wood shutters ideal for NZ climates.

By News Online
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Politics 9:10AM

Unions say Winston Peters has breached Cabinet rules in attacking them over his failure to block Fire at Will / Uber Bill

By PSA
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Environment 9:09AM

International Visitors Say No to GMO Release In New Zealand - Survey

A survey of international visitors shows that two thirds believe New Zealand should keep GMO crops and animals out of the environment.

By GE Free NZ
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Health 9:08AM

Govt wastes $58m forcing out 2,800 health workers during funding crisis

Taxpayers have shelled out $58 million in redundancy payments to let go 2,800 health workers after the Government forced Te Whatu Ora Health NZ to slash its workforce to save money.

By PSA
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News 3:39AM

'Labyrinth', by Leon Aarts, painted 21/02/2026, acrylics on canvas

By Leon Aarts
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Government 5:45AM

RBNZ comments show why the Government must cap council rates now

The Taxpayers' Union says Wednesday's decision by the Reserve Bank to hold the Official Cash Rate at 2.25 percent shows inflation remains a serious problem and further interest rate relief is highly unlikely.

By New Zealand Taxpayers' Union
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Government 5:44AM

Update to our sensitive expenditure good practice guidance

Public trust is built and maintained when public money is spent in ways that can withstand scrutiny.

By Office of the Auditor-General
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Police 5:38AM

Arrest made following landslide cordon breach, Mount Manganui

Attribute to Western Bay of Plenty Area Commander, Inspector Clifford Paxton: Bay of Plenty Police have arrested and charged a man following a breach at the Mount Maunganui landslide site cordon early Wednesday morning.

By New Zealand Police
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Politics 11:05PM

Dark day for workers as Parliament passes bill that strips away job security

Parliament has just passed the most extreme anti-worker legislation since the notorious Employment Contracts Act of 1991, stripping away protections that have been the foundation of fair employment for decades.

By PSA
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Government 11:03PM

Long-term Infrastructure Plan welcomed by road freight sector

Road freight association Transporting New Zealand has welcomed the release of the Infrastructure Commission's National Infrastructure Plan that was tabled in Parliament by Minister Chris Bishop today.

By Transporting New Zealand
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Environment 11:03PM

Innovation must be allowed to build our future

New planning and environmental law must leave room for innovation if we are to achieve change in New Zealand and build a country for the future, says New Zealand Minerals Council chief executive Josie Vidal.

By New Zealand Minerals Council
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Births 11:02PM

Births to under-25s decline to record low proportion

The proportion of births to mothers aged under 25 years in 2025 reached a record low of 1 in 7 births, half of what it was a generation ago, according to data released by Stats NZ today.

By Statistics New Zealand
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Crime 11:00PM

IRD Ducks Responsibility as Kidnapping Allegation Ignored

The Taxpayers' Union is slamming Inland Revenue for hiding behind tax secrecy laws instead of notifying Police after receiving an alleged kidnapping claim linked to a tax scam.

By New Zealand Taxpayers' Union
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Government 10:59PM

EMA backs broad direction of new Health and Safety Bill - but warns key gaps must be fixed

The Employers and Manufacturers Association (EMA) says the government's new Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill takes a constructive step towards a modern, risk-based system - but warns several significant issues must be addressed through the submission and select committee process.

By EMA
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Government 10:58PM

The Office's position on value for money: why it matters and what to expect

Public organisations spend public money on behalf of New Zealanders.

By Office of the Auditor-General
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Government 10:38PM

Plan sets path for New Zealand's infrastructure over the next 30 years

The New Zealand Infrastructure Commission has released a National Infrastructure Plan setting out a practical, affordable pathway to deliver the infrastructure New Zealanders need to thrive over the next 30 years.

By New Zealand Infrastructure Commission
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News 7:21PM

The Positive After-Effects of Bungy Jumping

Courage often shows up in unexpected ways.