Category: australasia
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New Board Members Appointed to Civil Aviation Authority
Associate Minister of Transport James Meager has announced the appointment of three new board members to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). The new appointees are Mike Schubert, Peter O’Regan, and Mel Templeton. CAA Board Chair Mark Darrow said the appointments…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyTransportationAustralasiaFederal GovernmentEconomyBankingFinancial MarketsDigital and Print Publishing
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Stats NZ Advances Monthly Consumers Price Index
Stats NZ has updated its website with information on the development of the monthly Consumers Price Index (CPI). The page, titled ‘Monthly consumers price index – updates on progress’, summarises the approach and updates to the development of the monthly…
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Severe Weather Outlook: Gales and Heavy Rain Forecast for New Zealand
New Zealand is bracing for a spell of unsettled weather, with strong winds and heavy rain forecast across the country. A front moving northwards on Friday will bring rain and showers, accompanied by strong or gale-force west to northwest winds.…
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Police Seek Information on Illegal Dirt Bike Riders in Belmont
Porirua Police are seeking information regarding a group of five males who are illegally riding dirt bikes in the Belmont area. The group regularly rides from Waitangirua or Cannons Creek, across iwi land, into Belmont Park and then Belmont Farm.…
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Heavy Rain Warning Issued for Parts of New Zealand
MetService has issued a Severe Weather Warning for heavy rain affecting parts of New Zealand. A front is slowly moving across the northern North Island today, while another is expected to move northwards over the lower South Island tonight. The…
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Wellington's Local Election Features 'I Voted' Stickers
Wellingtonians casting their votes in this year’s local body election and Māori ward poll may receive a special edition “I Voted” sticker. Additionally, the Wellington City Council has confirmed that if enrolled Wellingtonians didn’t receive their voting papers, they can…
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Magnitude 5.5 Earthquake Strikes Kermadec Islands Region
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck the Kermadec Islands region. The quake, which occurred at 12:44:37 UTC on September 23, 2025, was located at 31.503S, 178.523W, with a depth of 54 km. Its proximity to nearby cities included 736.4 km NNE…
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MIDIO Lambton Quay Recalls Hot Water Bottles Due to Safety Risks
MIDIO Lambton Quay Limited has issued a recall for two models of hot water bottles sold at its Lambton Quay store between 1 June 2024 and 16 September 2025. The recalled products include the 400ml “Straw Rabbit” Hot Water Bottle…
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Tasti Brand Products Recalled Due to Metal Contamination
Tasti Products Limited has issued a recall for specific batches of various Tasti brand products due to the potential presence of small metal pieces. This recall, initially announced on September 20, 2025, was updated on September 23, 2025, to include…
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Heavy Rain Warnings Lifted for Tararua Range and Taranaki Maunga
MetService has issued an update at 3.45pm today to lift heavy rain warnings for Taranaki Maunga and the Tararua Range. A slow-moving front over central New Zealand is forecast to move eastwards today and Wednesday. Another front is expected to…
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Police Seek Public Help After Papamoa Assault
Police are seeking public assistance following an assault on a woman in Papamoa on Sunday, September 21st. Detective Sergeant Sam Pritchard reported that the incident occurred on Maranui Street around 4:40 pm. The victim was walking along Maranui Street from…
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Toyota Refreshes Corolla Cross for 2025 with New Features and GR Sport Model
Toyota New Zealand has announced the refreshed 2025 Corolla Cross, building on the legacy of the Corolla with added features and a new GR Sport model. The updated Corolla Cross aims to blend practicality, durability, and spaciousness in a compact…
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Tyrewise Paves the Way with Recycled Tyres in Hamilton
Tyrewise marked a milestone last week in Hamilton with the installation of Porous Lane paving made from the equivalent of over 500 passenger tyres, a first for Aotearoa New Zealand. The 207m2 installation took place at Jack’s Landing. Tyrewise partnered…
BusinessEnvironmentWorldAustralasiaTradeClimate ChangeSocial Issues
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Fatal Incident Closes Wellesley Street Off-Ramp in Auckland
A fatal incident has led to the closure of the Wellesley Street off-ramp in Auckland City, causing significant delays for motorists. The incident occurred this morning on State Highway 16 at the Wellesley Street off-ramp on the Port link. Emergency…
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XPENG Motors Targets Smart Mobility Leadership in New Zealand
XPENG Motors has announced its vision for New Zealand, focusing on smart mobility solutions beyond electric vehicles. The Chinese smart EV manufacturer, which showcased its innovations at the IAA in Munich, is preparing for its official launch in New Zealand…
BusinessScience & TechnologyAustralasiaEconomyComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceTransportation XPENG Motorselectric vehiclessmart mobilityautonomous drivingAuckland
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Strong Winds and Rain Expected
A severe weather outlook issued at 10:20am on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, indicates a week of unsettled weather for New Zealand. On Thursday, September 25, a front and associated low are expected to move east of the North Island. While…
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Wellington City Council Issues and Receives Resource Consents
Wellington City Council has announced the recent resource consents issued and applied for between September 8 and September 21, 2025. The council has provided separate PDF documents detailing both issued and received consents during this period. These documents are available…
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Heavy Rain Warning Issued for Parts of New Zealand
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for parts of New Zealand, effective Tuesday, September 23, 2025. A slow-moving front over central New Zealand is expected to move eastwards, with another front approaching the lower South Island on Wednesday night. Orange-level…
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Oriental Bay Sand Replenishment Project Set to Begin
Wellington’s Oriental Bay is set to undergo a sand replenishment project starting Monday, September 29, to restore its popular beaches. This initiative comes 22 years after the initial development of the beaches. The project, estimated to take three weeks, involves…
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Heavy Rain Warning Issued for Parts of New Zealand
A slow-moving front over central New Zealand is expected to bring heavy rain to several regions, prompting MetService to issue an Orange Heavy Rain Warning. The warning, issued at 7:59pm on Monday, September 22, 2025, highlights the risk of significant…
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Crash Closes State Highway 1 in Mata, Northland
State Highway 1 in Mata, Northland, is closed following a serious two-vehicle crash this afternoon. Police were called to the scene at approximately 4:40 p.m. today. Three people are reported to have suffered minor to moderate injuries. Emergency services are…
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Plan Your Journey with Real-Time Traffic Updates in New Zealand
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi provides a suite of online tools to help travelers plan their journeys effectively. These resources include real-time traffic updates, highway conditions, traffic camera views, and information on electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. The agency aims…
TransportationScience & TechnologyAustralasiaComputers and Internet
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New Zealand Braces for a Week of Mixed Weather During School Holidays
Aotearoa New Zealand is preparing for a varied weather pattern during the first week of the school holidays. Several fronts are approaching from the south and west, bringing rain to the southern, western, and northern regions of both islands. MetService…
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook for New Zealand
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 10:48 am on Monday, September 22, 2025, indicates potential severe weather across parts of New Zealand. On Wednesday, September 24, a front is expected to drift eastwards over the North Island, bringing…
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Heavy Rain Warning Issued for Central and Southern New Zealand
A severe weather warning was issued at 9:05 am on Monday, September 22, 2025, for heavy rain affecting parts of central and southern New Zealand. A slow-moving front over the central region is forecasted to move eastwards tomorrow. Another front…
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Driver Charged After Jackknifed Van Crash in Runciman
A man allegedly driving under the influence will face charges in the Pukekohe District Court after crashing his van in Runciman, Auckland. The incident occurred around 12.43am when police responded to a crash on Runciman Road. "A Mitsubishi van and…
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Crash Blocks Northbound Lane on SH2, Remutaka Hill
The northbound lane of State Highway 2, Remutaka Hill, Upper Hutt is blocked after a crash this morning. Police were called to the two-vehicle crash, near Remutaka Hill Summit, at around 7am. Fortunately, there have been no injuries reported. Traffic…
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Severe Weather Warnings Issued for Central and Southern New Zealand
A slow-moving front over central New Zealand and another approaching the South Island have prompted severe weather warnings. Issued at 8:21pm on Sunday, September 21, 2025, the alerts cover heavy rain and strong gales. MetService advises residents to stay updated…
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Severe Weather Warnings Issued for Central and Southern New Zealand
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for heavy rain and strong winds across southern and central New Zealand. An active front is moving northeast over the upper South Island, becoming slow-moving over central New Zealand tonight. An Orange Heavy Rain…
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook for New Zealand
MetService issued a severe weather outlook at 10:13 am on Sunday, September 21, 2025, regarding active fronts expected to impact New Zealand. On Tuesday, September 23, 2025, an active front over central New Zealand is expected to move slowly onto…