Category: government
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Wellington Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Public Objection
Wellington City Council is accepting public objections for new alcohol licence applications across various establishments, including hotels, restaurants, and retail stores, with deadlines in early June 2026.
Law EnforcementBusinessGovernment Alcohol LicenceWellington City CouncilPublic ObjectionsLicensing ApplicationsHospitalityRetailWellington
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Wellington City Council Announces New Alcohol Licence Applications
Wellington City Council has released a list of new alcohol licence applications, with deadlines for objections ranging from May 5 to May 11, 2026. Several businesses are seeking licenses across the city.
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State Highway 2 Maintenance Scheduled in Auckland
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi announces upcoming maintenance on State Highway 2 between Monument Road and Heaven Road, starting April 8th. Expect traffic management and potential noise.
TransportationGovernment State Highway 2AucklandMaintenanceNZ Transport Agency Waka KotahiTraffic ManagementRoad WorkInfrastructureNZTA Auckland
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State Highway 1 Southbound Closure for Maintenance Near Auckland
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi will close State Highway 1 southbound between Greenlane and Mt Wellington Highway on April 8 for essential maintenance. Detours will be in place.
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Wellington Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Objection
Several Wellington businesses have submitted alcohol licence applications. Objections can be lodged until April 29, 2026, with specific deadlines for each establishment.
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance to Cause Lane Restrictions and Ramp Closures
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi announces upcoming maintenance on Auckland's state highway network, including the Auckland Harbour Bridge and SH1, from March 22-26, causing disruptions.
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Wellington Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Objections
New alcohol licence applications have been lodged across Wellington, including for Creswick Foodmarket and The Featherston. Objections can be made until April 21.
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Auckland Motorways Face Overnight Closures for Essential Improvements
Motorway users in Auckland should plan for overnight closures on SH1, SH16, SH18, SH20, and SH20A between March 15-20 for crucial maintenance and upgrades.
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Auckland Harbour Bridge Maintenance to Cause Lane Restrictions
Planned maintenance on Auckland's Harbour Bridge from March 15-19 will result in northbound lane restrictions and ramp closures. Detours will be in place.
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Wellington Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Objections
Several Wellington businesses have submitted new alcohol licence applications. Objections can be lodged until mid-April for establishments including Madam Saigon, Sprig and Fern Tinakori, and Three Sisters Brewery.
BusinessGovernment Alcohol LicenceWellingtonPublic NoticeObjectionsHospitalityMadam SaigonSprig and FernWellington City Council
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Wellington Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Objection
Several new alcohol licence applications have been lodged across Wellington, with residents and interested parties having until early April to raise objections.
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Auckland State Highway 1 Maintenance Scheduled for March 5
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi announces planned maintenance on State Highway 1 in Auckland, including ramp closures and lane restrictions on March 5. Detours will be in place.
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Wellington Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Objection
New alcohol licence applications have been received by Wellington City Council for Club Garibaldi, Normanby Fine Wines, Miramar Golf Club, and Katsu Bistro. Objections can be lodged until March 26.
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Wellington Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Objections
Several Wellington businesses have submitted alcohol licence applications. Objections can be lodged until mid-March for most, with one closing in mid-February.
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Wellington Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Objection
Wellington City Council has released a list of recent alcohol licence applications. Residents have until early February 2026 to lodge any objections to these new or varied licences.
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Wellington Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Objection
Multiple businesses in Wellington have submitted alcohol licence applications. Objections can be lodged until early February and March 2026, with specific closing dates varying by establishment.
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Wellington City Council Announces New Alcohol Licence Applications
Wellington City Council has released a list of new alcohol licence applications across various suburbs. Objections can be lodged until March 3, 2026.
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Auckland Motorways to Undergo Overnight Closures for Essential Improvements
Several Auckland motorways will experience overnight closures between January 16 and January 23, 2026, for essential maintenance and improvement works. Drivers should expect detours and plan accordingly.
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State Highway 20 Southbound Lane Expansion Project Begins Mid-January
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi announces a safety improvement project on State Highway 20, expanding southbound lanes. Nightly closures and detours will be in effect from mid-January to late March 2026.
TransportationGovernment State Highway 20Waka KotahiRoadworksAucklandSouthbound LanesTraffic ManagementInfrastructureNZTA Auckland
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Wellington's Te Awe Library to Close Ahead of Move to New Central Library
Te Awe Library on Brandon Street will permanently close on March 1, 2026, to facilitate its relocation to the new Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui central library.
GovernmentLocal Government Te Awe LibraryWellingtonTe Matapihi ki te Ao NuiLibrary ClosureRelocationWellington City ArchivesPublic ServicesWellington City Council
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New Zealand's Annual Net Migration Drops Sharply in October 2025
Provisional estimates for October 2025 reveal a significant decrease in net migration to New Zealand, with a gain of 11,900, compared to 35,400 in October 2024.
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New Zealand Government Net Operating Deficit Reaches $5.3 Billion
New Zealand's general government net operating deficit hits $5.3 billion in June 2025, driven by rising expenses in social benefits and interest, alongside increased net debt.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessAustralasiaEconomyFinancial MarketsTradeGovernment
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New Zealand Stats Seeks Public Input on Next Census Design
Stats NZ is consulting the public on the data collection and content for the next census, which will prioritize government-collected data and a new annual census survey.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologySocial IssuesAustralasiaGovernmentFederal GovernmentEducation
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Finnish Defence Industry Trade Mission to Visit Australia and New Zealand
Esa Pulkkinen, Finland's Ministry of Defence, will lead a trade mission to Australia and New Zealand, attending Indo Pacific 2025 with Finnish defence and dual-use technology companies.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldMilitaryTradeAustralasiaGovernment Esa PulkkinenFinlandAustraliaDefence IndustryTrade MissionIndo Pacific 2025Finland Government
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New Zealand Foreign Minister to Visit Finland
Finland's Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen will meet with New Zealand's Foreign Minister Winston Peters in Helsinki to discuss bilateral relations, security, and the Middle East.
Politics and GovernmentWorldGovernmentEuropeAsiaMiddle East FinlandElina ValtonenWinston PetersHelsinkiUkraineInternational RelationsFinland Government
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New Zealand's Filled Jobs Rise in September 2025
Seasonally adjusted filled jobs in New Zealand increased by 0.3 percent in September 2025, with notable growth in service industries, according to Stats NZ.
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Stats NZ Updates Household Living-Costs Price Indexes
Stats NZ's review of household living-costs price indexes (HLPIs) results in changes, set to be implemented in the September 2025 quarter release, including paused March and June 2025 data.
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Māori Business Statistics Show Slight Sales Increase in June 2025 Quarter
Māori authorities saw a sales increase to $1,069 million, a 0.8% rise, while purchases decreased by 4.9%. Filled jobs saw a 2.6% drop, but employee earnings rose by 1.9%. Exports experienced a slight increase of 1.4%.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentAustralasiaEconomyEmployment and LaborTradeGovernment
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Stats NZ Releases Household Labour Force Survey Data for September 2025 Quarter
Stats NZ has published the household labour force survey estimated working-age population table for the September 2025 quarter, providing benchmarks for upcoming labour market statistics.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEmployment and LaborEconomyTradeGovernment Stats NZHousehold Labour Force SurveyWorking-Age PopulationSeptember 2025 QuarterLabour Market StatisticsWellingtonGovernment StatisticianStatistics NZ
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Stats NZ Announces 2025 Balance of Payments and National Accounts Revisions
Stats NZ will implement annual revisions to the balance of payments and national accounts for 2025, incorporating international trade updates, tax return data, and adjustments to the Quarterly International Investment Survey.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyTradeFinancial MarketsGovernment