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Top diplomats are debating the deepening crisis in the Gaza Strip and the whole Middle East in the UN Security Council , against the backdrop of Israel’s unrelenting military operation, mounting death toll and escalating global calls for an immediate ...

The United Nations on Tuesday underlined its condemnation of capital punishment following Iran's execution of a young man who was sentenced to death in connection with widespread protests. Mohammad Ghobadlou, 23, who reportedly had a mental health ...

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Daran Potter may be Labour, but my God he is one of the better local leaders we have. He nails the problem in Wellington: Ponter told The Front Page the network is ageing and territorial authorities have failed to adequately invest in the infrastructure over many decades. There has not been a systematic approach to making that […]

Press Release – Weta FX Wellington’s Wētā FX has woken up to the news their work has received an Academy Award® nomination. Wētā FX received a nomination in the Best Visual Effects category, with VFX Supervisor Guy Williams nominated for ‘Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3’. Wētā’s work on the film included creating the colossal […]

News from NZ Government Flood resilience across the Wairarapa will be increased thanks to the Government’s commitment of more than $8 million across five projects. “Today, I am visiting the Wairarapa as part of the Government’s 100-day plan to meet with community representatives affected by the 2023 severe weather events to understand what can be […]

Article – Binoy Kampmark His type should never be seen again. Born from the dark well of swill and advertising, former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison was always the apotheosis of politics worst tendencies: shallow form, public service for private interest, and, ultimately, … His type should never be seen again. Born from the dark […]

Police are responding to a two-vehicle crash in Willowby, near Ashburton. The crash was reported around 5:40pm on Longbeach Road, near Winslow Willoughby Road. One person is in a critical condition, and a helicopter has been called for. The Serious Crash ...

News from Wellington Phoenix The Wellington Phoenix are investigating the actions of a small group of spectators at Sky Stadium on Friday night. They entered the Melbourne Victory supporters’ bay during the top of the table A-League match, antagonised the visiting fans and threw cans before starting multiple physical altercations in second half stoppage time. […]

Police are responding to a two vehicle crash on Longbeach Road near Winslow Willowby Road, Willowby, Ashburton. The crash was reported around 5:40pm. One person is in a critical condition, and a helicopter is enroute. The Serious Crash Unit has been ...

Former world tennis number one Ash Barty is confirmed to headline the Ambassador line up for the 103rd New Zealand Open, set to take place between February 29 and March 3, 2024 at Queenstown’s Millbrook Resort. Barty, who attended the New Zealand ...

Plans to introduce Video Assistant Referees (VAR) into OFC competitions have taken a significant step forward this week in Auckland. Under the guidance of Lewis Watterson from Hawk-Eye, five local operators have been getting VAR training at the OFC Home ...

TradieGuide is proud to announce the launch of three new comprehensive guides: Landscapers Rolleston , Landscapers Silverdale , and Landscapers Timaru . These online guides are aimed at providing detailed insights into residential and commercial landscaping ...

TradieGuide, a resource for home maintenance and improvement information, is announcing the launch of three new informational guides designed to help homeowners tackle pest control issues. The new guides, titled Pest Control Nelson , Top Pest Control Warkworth ...

Police are responding to a serious two vehicle crash on the intersection of Matawai Road and Back Ormond Road. Police responded around 4:55pm. One person is in a serious condition and one person is in a moderate to serious condition. The Serious Crash ...

“The decision to deploy six NZDF to be part of a US-led combat mission in the Red Sea is astonishing hypocrisy. The claim that this deployment is about 'defending lives' and 'de-escalating tensions' is absurd while 25,000 Palestinian civilians ...

The Green Party is deeply disturbed at the government’s decision to deploy New Zealand defence force staff to the Red Sea. “Aotearoa New Zealand has a proud history of being a voice for peace on the global stage. Now more than ever we need that voice ...

Date and time: Sunday 18 February 5.00pm Venue: Auckland Town Hall Ticket prices: FREE! Go to www.moshtix.co.nz and reserve your place Come to the Town Hall and sing alongside Auckland’s largest choir to a delightful blend of timeless choral classics ...

A large delegation from Te Kiingitanga and Tainui Waka arrived at Rātana Pa this afternoon to deliver the mauri (life force) of last Saturday’s Hui-aa-Motu at Turangawaewae. Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII asked the delegation to take the mauri ...

The community is invited to have its say on whether Hamilton is on the right track to fight the landfill, with public consultation underway on Council’s draft Waste Management and Minimisation Strategy – Te Whakataaharahara Para 2024-2030. The ...

New Zealand is deploying a six-member Defence Force team to the Middle East region to uphold maritime security in the Red Sea, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says. “Houthi attacks against commercial and naval shipping are illegal, unacceptable ...

News from NZ Police A third charge has been laid as part of a shoplifting investigation subject to public interest. The woman previously charged will now face an additional charge of shoplifting, relating to alleged offending at a Wellington retailer on 22 October. The woman will appear on all three charges in the Auckland District […]

Americans are falling in love with Kiwi wool, new research shows, with at least three in four purchasers stating they would buy woollen products again. The results are particularly positive for consumers choosing woollen insulation, with 88% of ...

CHRISTCHURCH, NEW ZEALAND – Supporters of Restore Passenger Rail will gather at the Christchurch City Council Civic Offices on Wednesday, January 24, at 9:30 am, to voice their concerns over the mayor's misguided plan to host the Commonwealth ...

The workplace training specialist for the service sectors, ServiceIQ, is helping schools across the country give students valued work experience, with high level NCEA achievement attached. There are six options in the new ServiceIQ Service Sector ...