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GDP shows underlying economic strength
Source: New Zealand Government Today’s GDP figures confirm the economy had real momentum at the beginning of this year, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. Stats NZ figures put GDP growth...
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One ‘front door’ for hospo: new council's digital hub makes licensing simpler
Source: Auckland Council Starting a café, restaurant or food truck often begins with a big idea – but turning that idea into reality can mean navigating licences, permits and paperwork....
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New parents to receive increased support
Source: New Zealand Government The amount paid to parents taking time off from work to care for their new children will increase from 1 July 2026, Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van...
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How biodiversity funding is improving Canterbury's environment
Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Through funding and hands-on support, farmers are installing poplar poles to stabilise fragile slopes, fencing off unproductive land to allow native vegetation to return, and...
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DTA consultations on crisis preparedness and final tranche of draft standards
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) – Te Pūtea Matua has opened consultations on six draft standards and a package of crisis preparedness...
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Regulation changes to enhance the Taupō fishery
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 18 June 2026 The most obvious change for many people will be the increased ‘bag limit’, which increases from six to eight trout. This move...
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Fatal crash, Kinleith
Source: New Zealand Police One person has died following a crash in Kinleith on yesterday. Police were called to the single vehicle crash on Kauri Road around 3.40pm. Sadly, the...
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Sovereign AI? Anthropic shutdown reveals Canada’s weakness
Canada is now investing billions to strengthen domestic AI capacity. But sovereignty is not simply about where the servers sit.
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Bonfires, Maypoles and a saint’s day: How Europe celebrates the longest day of the year
Midsummer celebrations throughout Europe coincide with the solstice. Many blend pre-Christian and Christian traditions.
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Heat waves increase wildfire risk – a new study explains how much, and it’s not a small number
Heat waves do more than dry out vegetation that can easily burn. They also play a role in lightning strikes, particularly dry lightning.