Category: digital_and_print_publishing
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Statistics NZ Releases Paper on GDP Seasonal Adjustment Methods
Statistics New Zealand's new paper compares direct and indirect GDP seasonal adjustment methods. It addresses elevated seasonality in the "residual," which complicates economic interpretation and forecasting, and explores challenges of potential methodological changes.
BusinessMediaEconomyEducationDigital and Print Publishing Statistics New ZealandGross Domestic ProductSeasonal AdjustmentEconomic ActivityMethods PaperForecasting
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Stats NZ Releases Local Authority Financial Statistics with Imputed Data
Statistics New Zealand released local authority financial statistics for June 2025. Data quality was affected by incomplete census coverage, leading to imputed values based on annual plans for New Zealand's territorial and regional councils.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessMediaEconomyState GovernmentsDigital and Print PublishingLegal Statistics New ZealandLocal AuthorityFinancial StatisticsData QualityImputed ValuesGovernment
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Police to Brief Media Following Christchurch Guilty Verdict
New Zealand Police will hold a media stand-up today at 5:30 PM in Christchurch, following a guilty verdict in the High Court. Media are invited to attend the briefing at the Justice and Emergency Services Precinct.
Law EnforcementMediaLegalDigital and Print Publishing PoliceChristchurchHigh CourtGuilty VerdictMedia BriefingJustice SystemNew Zealand Police
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Te Tai Ohinga Podcast Studio Becomes Hub for Young Creators
Te Tai Ohinga's podcast studio, once quiet, is now a thriving launchpad for young musicians and creators. This initiative provides a vital platform for emerging talent in the community.
Politics and GovernmentMediaState GovernmentsSocial IssuesDigital and Print Publishing Te Tai OhingaWellington City CouncilPodcast StudioYoung MusiciansCreatorsCommunityArts & Entertainment
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New Zealand Government to Disestablish Broadcasting Standards Authority
New Zealand Media and Communications Minister Paul Goldsmith has announced the disestablishment of the Broadcasting Standards Authority. The government plans to shift toward industry self-regulation to address inconsistencies across platforms.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsDigital and Print PublishingLegalAustralasia Paul GoldsmithBroadcasting Standards AuthorityMedia RegulationNZ Media CouncilJournalismBroadcasting
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Media Monitor: BBC reports on escalating Israel-Iran conflict and New Zealand's 'brain drain'
The BBC is reporting on escalating strikes between Israel and Iran, with a rising death toll in Tehran. The outlet also highlights New Zealand's 'brain drain' issue following Jacinda Ardern's move to Australia.
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
Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui Central Library in Wellington will officially reopen its doors to the public on Saturday, March 14, marking a significant milestone for the city.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsDigital and Print Publishing
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New Zealand Civil Aviation Bill Passes Third Reading, Modernizing Aviation Regulations
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) of New Zealand reports the Civil Aviation Bill has passed its third reading, introducing updated regulations and safety measures, including drug testing and drone management, with a 24-month transition period.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyWeatherTransportationAustralasiaFederal GovernmentEnvironmentClimate ChangeDigital and Print Publishing Civil Aviation AuthorityCivil Aviation BillAviation SafetyCyclone GabrielleADS-B Grant SchemeEmerging Technologies UnitCivil Aviation Authority of New Zealand
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NZ On Air Boosts Journalism Funding by $1.6m
NZ On Air has extended funding for local journalism initiatives, including the Local Democracy Reporting scheme and Open Justice, following a $1.6m boost from the Government's Budget 2025.
Politics and GovernmentMediaBusinessGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentDigital and Print PublishingMedia Crisis NZ On AirLocal Democracy ReportingOpen JusticeJournalismFundingAmie Mills
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NZ Screen Awards Celebrate Local Content Success
NZ On Air celebrates local screen content at the NZ Screen Awards, with 26 awards going to funded projects. The Convert wins five major honours, highlighting the event's optimism for the future.
EntertainmentMediaFilm and TVDigital and Print Publishing NZ Screen AwardsNZ On AirLee TamahoriThe ConvertRobin ScholesCameron HarlandAwards
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Offers Black Friday Shopping Tips
Consumer NZ advises shoppers to be wary of Black Friday deals and offers a subscription with a discount to help consumers find the truth about products.
BusinessMediaAustralasiaTradeDigital and Print PublishingSocial Issues
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on police report, fatal fire, sports results
RNZ reports that a former police commissioner is unsure if he can comment on a report, investigators are at the scene of a fatal fire, and the All Blacks lost to England.
Politics and GovernmentSportHealthWeatherMediaLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesMedical ScienceDigital and Print PublishingGeneral Weather Andrew CosterSanson fireAll BlacksSilver FernsEnglandSocial Investment AgencyPolice CommissionerRNZ News
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Stats NZ Clarifies Ready-Mixed Concrete Data Release
Stats NZ clarifies it is not planning changes to its ready-mixed concrete data release, but seeks user feedback to understand data use.
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports firefighters return to wildfire
Radio New Zealand reports that firefighters have returned to Tongariro National Park after a large fire triggered evacuations and a highway closure.
SportEntertainmentWeatherDisastersTransportationSocial IssuesClimate ChangeMusicDigital and Print PublishingGeneral Weather RNZTongariro National ParkfirefighterswildfireevacuationshighwayRNZ News
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NZ On Air Launches KIDOGO to Reach Young Audiences on YouTube
NZ On Air and Te Māngai Pāho launch KIDOGO, a YouTube hub for local children's content, addressing discoverability challenges in a fragmented media landscape, research reveals.
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Wellington's New Water Organisation Established
Tiaki Wai Metro Water Ltd is now legally established to manage water services for the metropolitan Wellington area. A four-person Board of Directors has been appointed to lead the organisation.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyEntertainmentAustralasiaState GovernmentsEnvironmentDigital and Print Publishing
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Wellington's Mayor-Elect Announces Deputy and Council Structure
Mayor-elect Andrew Little unveils his choice for Deputy Mayor and the structure for Council committees for the upcoming 2025-28 term, setting the stage for the new triennium.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentWeatherBusinessAustralasiaState GovernmentsEducationMusicDigital and Print PublishingTransportationTourismGeneral Weather
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Waiata Takitahi Funding Round Closing Soon
The Waiata Takitahi funding round, a collaboration between NZ On Air and Te Māngai Pāho, is closing this Thursday, October 30th, offering up to $15,000 for bilingual waiata projects.
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Waiata Takitahi Funding Round Open for 2025
NZ On Air and Te Māngai Pāho collaborate to support bilingual waiata with funding up to $15,000. The round aims to promote te reo Māori in mainstream music.
EntertainmentMediaAustralasiaMusicDigital and Print Publishing
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New Zealand Civil Aviation Bill Passed, Modernizing Aviation Regulations
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) details the passage of the Civil Aviation Bill, ADS-B grant scheme updates, responses to weather events, dangerous goods courses, and emerging technologies unit.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyWeatherTransportationAustralasiaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentClimate ChangeDisastersEducationAviationDigital and Print Publishing
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Stats NZ Corrects Food Price Index Movements for September 2025
Stats NZ has corrected the annual and monthly percentage movements for the food price index (FPI) in the Selected price indexes: September 2025 release.
BusinessMediaEconomyDigital and Print PublishingMedia Crisis Stats NZFood Price IndexSeptember 2025InfoshareCSV filesPrice IndexesWellingtonStatistics NZ
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Media Monitor: The Guardian reports on politics, cyber fraud, and global energy
The Guardian covers Australian politics with a focus on indigenous issues, a university cyberattack, record solar energy expansion, and vandalism at a New Zealand minister's home.
WorldPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyMediaSportEducationGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsRenewable energyAstronomy and SpaceDigital and Print PublishingMedia BiasTennisFootball AustraliaMalarndirri McCarthyWestern Sydney UniversityWinston PetersCyberattackGuardian Australia
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on All Blacks' win, Māori MP's recognition, parenting approach, and netball coach's sidelining
Radio New Zealand reports on the All Blacks' reflections on their win over the Wallabies, a Māori MP's recognition by Time, parallel parenting, and netball coach Dame Noeline Taurua's sidelining.
SportPolitics and GovernmentMediaHealthWeatherNational PartyGeneral PoliticsDigital and Print PublishingSocial IssuesGeneral WeatherAustralasia
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Digital Driver's Licenses, Gas Exploration
RNZ reports the government is on track to deliver digital driver's licenses by late 2025. Also, the Labour Party is calling the PM's gas exploration request a 'political stunt'.
Science & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentBusinessEntertainmentHealthWorldSportAustralasiaDigital and Print PublishingFilm and TVEconomyMedical ScienceArtificial IntelligenceGeneral PoliticsNational PartyEmployment and LaborFinancial Markets
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New Board Members Appointed to Civil Aviation Authority
James Meager, Associate Minister of Transport, has announced the appointment of Mike Schubert, Peter O’Regan, and Mel Templeton to the Civil Aviation Authority Board, bringing expertise in digital transformation and finance.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyTransportationAustralasiaFederal GovernmentEconomyBankingFinancial MarketsDigital and Print Publishing
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Overseas Merchandise Trade Data for August 2025 Now Available
Technical issues with the release of Overseas Merchandise Trade data for August 2025 have been resolved, and corrected CSV files for April and May 2025 are now available.
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Library Card Design Competition Winners Announced
Wellington City Libraries announces the winners of its library card design competition, a highlight of the celebrations leading up to the reopening of Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui next year.
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Media Monitor: NPR Reports on Kimmel Suspension, Vaccine Recommendations, and More
NPR reports on the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's show after FCC criticism, changes to vaccine recommendations, Trump's plan to designate antifa as a terrorist organization, and New Zealand's invasive animal eradication efforts.
Politics and GovernmentHealthEntertainmentWorldScience & TechnologyWhite HouseFederal GovernmentMedical ScienceSocial IssuesMediaFilm and TVDigital and Print PublishingAustralasiaLegalNational Security Jimmy KimmelFCCVaccineAntifaTerroristInvasive AnimalsNPR
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RNZ Reaches Record 83% of New Zealanders, Trust Increases
Latest survey reveals RNZ's expanding reach to 83% of New Zealanders, alongside a notable increase in public trust, underscoring the broadcaster's growing value and accessibility.
MediaBusinessAustralasiaDigital and Print PublishingEconomy RNZVerian Value Indices SurveyPaul ThompsonTrust in MediaRadio AudienceDigital Platforms
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Stats NZ Faces Technical Issues Delaying Trade Data
Technical problems at Stats NZ are delaying the release of some data from the Overseas Merchandise Trade for August 2025. Most data will be available tomorrow, but harmonised trade tables are further delayed.