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Media Monitor: New Zealand fugitive killed after years on the run
The BBC is reporting that a New Zealand father who went on the run with his children in the wilderness for almost four years has been shot dead. It said Tom Phillips was killed in a shootout following a police…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Fugitive Killed in Shootout
RNZ is reporting that fugitive Marokopa father Tom Phillips has been shot dead by police after allegedly ram-raiding a building in Piopio. It said a local police officer was also shot in the head in the early morning incident and…
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New Zealand Local Authority Statistics for June 2025 Quarter Released
Stats NZ released local authority statistics for the June 2025 quarter. The statistics provide information on the performance of core non-trading activities of New Zealand's territorial and regional councils. CSV files are available for download from the Stats NZ website.…
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ANZ Pays $3.25 Million for Misleading Statements
ANZ has admitted to breaching fair dealing laws and will pay $3.25 million to the Crown following a Financial Markets Authority (FMA) investigation. The breaches involve wrongly applying fees and interest for unarranged overdrafts and incorrectly claiming repayment of mortgage…
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Wellington City Council Announces Alcohol Licence Applications
Wellington City Council has released public notices for several alcohol licence applications received over the past week. These applications are now open for public objections. Among the applications is t-Lounge by Dilmah, located at 22 Willeston Street, Wellington Central. The…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Highlights Best and Worst Retailers, Slowest Dryers
Consumer NZ is reporting the results of its retailer survey, highlighting the five stores that provide the best shopping experience and the five with the lowest satisfaction scores. It also identified three clothes dryers that take 3-4 hours to complete…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Deportation Law Changes, Budget Hole
Radio New Zealand is reporting that Immigration Minister Erica Stanford is defending proposed deportation law changes. It said the changes would allow for the deportation of permanent residents convicted of crimes, even if they have lived in New Zealand for…
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Wellington's Economic Strategy Delivers Impact
Wellington's Economic Wellbeing Strategy (EWS) is making a difference through major events, a scale-up tech hub, support for sports, and growth in the screen sector. Recent council initiatives include digital trade parking permits and a hospitality partnership announcement for the…
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Pacific Door Systems Recalls Fire Doors Due to Asbestos Contamination
Pacific Door Systems Limited (PDS) has issued a recall for certain fire-rated doors due to potential asbestos contamination. The contamination involves asbestos fibres impacting one category of fire-rated door ‘cores’ (known as ‘FRB board’ or ‘FRB core’) used in Pyropanel…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Neo-Nazi Deportation, Social Media Post
RNZ is reporting that New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said neo-Nazi Thomas Sewell is an Australian citizen, and he will not comment on calls from Australians to deport him. It said more than 91,000 people have signed a petition…
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New Zealand Building Volume Declines in June 2025 Quarter
New Zealand's building sector experienced a downturn in the June 2025 quarter, according to the latest statistics. The seasonally adjusted total building volume decreased by 1.8 percent compared with the March 2025 quarter. Residential building fell by 2.9 percent, while…
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Financial Markets Authority Seeks Feedback on Tokenisation
The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) – Te Mana Tātai Hokohoko is seeking feedback on the implications of a growing market for tokenised products. Tokenisation involves converting real or virtual assets into digital tokens that can be stored and traded on…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Neo-Nazi Leader, Amazon Data Centers, Epstein Files
RNZ is reporting that a New Zealand-born leader of a white supremacist group in Australia is appearing in court, charged with intimidating a police officer and breaching an intervention order. It said this follows the neo-Nazi's alleged involvement in a…
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Wellington City Council Updates Parking Permits, Partners for Pavilion Hospitality
Wellington City Council is modernizing its parking system by introducing digital trade parking permits, replacing the traditional paper coupons while maintaining their original benefits. In other news, Watson Group has partnered with restaurateur and chef Ben Bayly to develop the…
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Safety Alert: Zummi Car Seats and Bunjie Baby Wipes Recalled
Two recalls have been issued for different baby products. The first recall affects Zummi 360 Degree Rotation Superia Car Seats sold at Farmers, due to a potential issue with the harness adjuster button. According to the recall notice, the harness…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Nurses' Pay Dispute, Loafers Lodge Trial
RNZ is reporting that Health New Zealand's clinical boss said he was unaware nurses were demanding a 3% pay increase as part of strike action this week. It said he was unsure if the demands related to staffing or pay.…
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New Zealand's Two-Way Trade Reaches $56.4 Billion in June 2025 Quarter
New Zealand's international trade saw a significant increase in the June 2025 quarter. Total exports of goods and services reached $28.9 billion, up from $26.3 billion in the same period last year. Imports also rose, totaling $27.6 billion, compared to…
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AWS Launches Asia Pacific Region in New Zealand, Plans $7.5B Investment
Amazon has announced the launch of the AWS Asia Pacific (New Zealand) Region, providing enhanced cloud services to developers, startups, enterprises, and various organizations within New Zealand. Amazon plans to invest more than NZ$7.5 billion in the country to support…
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Armour® Safety Helmet Recall Due to Incorrect Manufacturing Date
Armour Safety Products has issued a recall for a limited number of ARMOUR branded height safety helmets due to an incorrect manufacturing date printed on the verification labels inside the helmets. The printed date was November 2024, instead of the…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Foreign Home Buyers, Auckland Hospital Death
RNZ is reporting that the coalition government in New Zealand will allow some wealthy foreigners to buy luxury homes. It said the change ends months of negotiations between National and New Zealand First. Under the new rule, holders of "golden…
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New Zealand Apartment Consents Rise in July 2025
New home consents in Aotearoa New Zealand experienced a slight decrease in the year ending July 2025. Stats NZ reported 33,879 new homes consented, a 0.1 percent decrease compared to the previous year. However, stand-alone house consents saw a 1.7…
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Wellington City Council Announces Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Public Review
Wellington City Council has announced several alcohol licence applications are now open for public review. These applications include a range of establishments, from bars to restaurants and event spaces. Among the applications is one for an office bar located at…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Highlights Risky Foods, Home Insurance Issues
Consumer NZ is reporting that some common foods could be putting your health at risk. It said their experts have identified five risky foods and are offering advice on how to stay safe while eating them. Consumer NZ is also…
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ACT Party Pushes for Reforms Across Multiple Sectors in New Zealand
ACT has been actively addressing key issues in New Zealand, focusing on reducing unnecessary regulations and promoting competition. Recent efforts span various sectors, from alcohol laws to end-of-life choices and support for farmers. Nicole McKee has led reforms to alcohol…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Missing Dad, School Threats, Bell Tower
Media Monitor: Radio New Zealand is reporting that police believe people know the whereabouts of Tom Phillips, who is missing with his children. It said footage shows Phillips and one of his children allegedly breaking into a store. RNZ also…
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Nutty Black Rice Crisps Recalled Due to Undeclared Allergen
Lianhua International Company Limited is recalling a batch of Nutty Black Rice Crisps (450g) due to undeclared egg allergen. The affected product has a production date of 18/06/2025 and a best before date of 17/12/2025. The crisps are sold in…
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Media Monitor: Arrests Made in Search for Dezi Freeman
The Guardian is reporting that Victoria police have arrested a 42-year-old woman and a 15-year-old boy in connection with the search for Dezi Freeman, but both have been released pending further inquiries. It said the search for Freeman continues. In…
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Māori Authorities Diversify Export Destinations Amidst Overall Growth
Goods exports by Māori authorities saw a 43 percent increase between 2017 and 2024, according to Stats NZ. This growth outpaces the 32 percent increase in New Zealand’s total goods exports over the same period. Despite the overall increase in…
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Māori Businesses Expand Overseas Export Destinations
Māori businesses have increased the total value of their overseas exports by 43 percent between 2017 and 2024, according to figures released today by Tatauranga Aotearoa. This compares to an increase of 32 percent for all New Zealand businesses over…
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Vimms Enterprise Recalls Deep Brand Products Due to Salmonella Risk
Vimms Enterprise Limited is recalling all batches and dates of Deep brand Sprouted Mat, Sprouted Moong, and Surti Undhiu Mix due to potential Salmonella contamination. The affected products include Deep brand Sprouted Mat (454g), Sprouted Moong (454g), and Surti Undhiu…
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