North Christchurch resident, Rohiyyeh Faramarzi, says a global campaign being launched in June to support gender equality in Iran serves as a poignant reminder of the atrocities suffered by women at the hands of the Iranian authorities. Mrs Faramarzi left Iran as a refugee in 1980. The campaign honours the 40-year anniversary of the execution…
‘Govt, industry discuss future-proofing our rural communities at Rural Connectivity Symposium’
Government, industry discuss future proofing our rural communities at Rural Connectivity Symposium, TUANZ launches new vision Government, industry, and community representatives gathered at the Tech Users Association (TUANZ) Rural Connectivity Symposium in Christchurch yesterday, to discuss future proofing connectivity in our rural communities. “Recent weather events at the beginning of this year have reinforced the…
Supporting our Community three months on – Te Whatu Ora Hawke’s Bay
Three months after Cyclone Gabrielle the impact is still being felt by our affected communities and those supporting the recovery process, Te Whatu Ora Clinical Psychologist Frances Oliver says. The time frame and pathway of rebuilding will be different for everyone affected, as will be the road for psychological recovery as people often cope in…
New approach on law and order delivers – Davis, Allan, Andersen
Successful ‘circuit breaker’ pilot targeting repeat child offenders to be expanded to Hamilton, Christchurch and Auckland City Funding to maintain Police to population ratio achieved after 1800 extra Police officers added Creation of NZ’s first comprehensive digital Firearms Registry Modernising frontline police processes to free up time for officers Budget 2023 continues our investment in…
‘New Te Pukenga leaders bring academic and business acumen’
Te PÅ«kenga has today announced the appointment of three sector leaders who will shape and drive regional operations. “I’m delighted to today appoint Darren Mitchell (NgÄti Kahungunu), Megan PÅtiki (KÄi Tahu, KÄti MÄmoe Waitaha and Te Ätiawa) Tumu Whenua Ä-Rohe 4 | Executive Director, Region 4,” says Gus Gilmore, Pourangi Ako | DCE Ako Delivery….
Are you ready to hit the big stage at New Zealand’s favourite Christmas party? – Coca-Cola NZ
As production for Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park gets underway, the search is on for talented newcomers to be part of the nation’s biggest free Christmas spectacular, now in its 29th year. Creative director, award-winning performer Dixon Nacey and his team are looking for exciting new talent to share the stage with some of New…
Chorus signals copper retirement within decade; focus on rural fibre extension
As the global shift towards more efficient and high-capacity broadband technologies accelerates, Chorus has signalled its intention to retire the copper network within the next ten years and become an all-fibre company. The move is prompted by customers’ evolving connectivity needs and the increasing coverage of fibre and alternative technologies. “Today, with more than 70…
AgTech Leader to join The New Zealand Merino Company
Leading global marketer and seller of ethical wool, The New Zealand Merino Company Limited (NZM), is pleased to announce the appointment of Angus Street as its Chief Executive Officer. Angus brings a wealth of agribusiness leadership experience to the Christchurch-based company. Since 2018 he has served as CEO of AuctionsPlus, one of Australia’s oldest and…
Discovery of a 'goldmine' of historical data offers new insight into Mid-Canterbury’s groundwater quality
Discovery of a ‘goldmine’ of historical data offers new insight into Mid-Canterbury’s groundwater quality The Ashburton Water Zone Committee and Mid-Canterbury Catchment Collective (MCCC) support new research to establish a benchmark for regional water quality. University of Canterbury student Romy Van der Boom is investigating historical water sampling results for the Mid-Canterbury water catchment –…
‘Smashing it! Taupo apprentice Emma wins national plumbing scholarship’
Taupo-based apprentice Emma de Salis won a Plumbing World Scholarship at the national 2023 New Zealand Plumbing Awards, held at Te Pae Convention Centre in Christchurch on Friday 5 May. Emma was nominated by Nina Andrews, a Director of McBeth Plumbing and Gas who are providing excellent on-job training for her plumbing, gasfitting, and drainlaying…
Announcing new Biosecurity Advisory Group members
Announcing new Biosecurity Advisory Group members We are pleased to announce the community, council, and rūnanga representatives for our four newly refreshed Biosecurity Advisory Groups. The groups provide advice and feedback on our pest management projects. They ensure the best outcomes are achieved for cultural, economic and biodiversity values in the region. The four Biosecurity…
Housing headwinds hit mortgaged investors as market share slumps to historic low – CoreLogic
Low yields, high mortgage rates, high deposits and interest deductibility changes are deterring mortgaged multiple property owners (MPOs), with the buyer group’s share of property purchases shrinking to a new record low of 19.9% in April. CoreLogic NZ’s Buyer Classification data released as part of May’s Monthly Housing Chart Pack shows mortgaged MPOs market share…
The man who managed Lyttelton
Dr Donald (1815 – 1884) was a doctor, surgeon, dentist, immigration officer, returning officer, resident magistrate, coroner, registrar of births, marriages and deaths and a Justice of the Peace. He was an administrator par excellence and prominent in early Lyttelton society, yet he seems to be often overlooked. Head of Libraries and Information Carolyn Robertson…
Tīrama Mai to light up Victoria Square for Matariki
Christchurch City Council Manager of Events and Arts, Lucy Blackmore says there will be around 20 different lighting displays, artworks and interactive installations included in the third annual Tīrama Mai event. “There will be some crowd favourites from previous years, as well as some all-new displays to check out,” says Ms Blackmore. The lighting festival…
Christchurch Councillors outraged to hear chlorine forced into water supply
The remaining 20% of the Christchurch and Banks Peninsula water supply is now required to be chlorinated which will take a number of weeks. Staff are beginning this process from today and it will be the end of the month before the first areas have chlorine reintroduced. “My colleagues and I are outraged to learn of…
Chlorine exemptions: Your questions answered
All public water supply networks must be treated with chlorine unless an exemption is obtained. This signals the start of a shift in the way we manage our water supply across Christchurch and Banks Peninsula. Here, we answer some of the questions you may have about what that means. What exemptions did you apply for?…
Gun Control NZ slams ACT party for wanting to dismantle an important crime-fighting tool
“Gun Control NZ is horrified by the hypocrisy of the ACT party claiming to support the safety of New Zealanders while wanting to destroy the new firearms registry. Registering guns makes it much harder for criminals to access guns and reduces firearms-related violence.” says Gun Control NZ co-founder Philippa Yasbek. “A gun registry will help…
Gun Control NZ slams ACT party for wanting to dismantle an important crime-fighting tool
“Gun Control NZ is horrified by the hypocrisy of the ACT party claiming to support the safety of New Zealanders while wanting to destroy the new firearms registry. Registering guns makes it much harder for criminals to access guns and reduces firearms-related violence.” says Gun Control NZ co-founder Philippa Yasbek. “A gun registry will help…
Hate speech in schools: petition accepted by National MP, Simon O’Connor, as EU links the education to terror – IINZ
National MP, Simon O’Connor has accepted a petition from the Israel Institute of New Zealand (IINZ) calling on the government to stop funding schools that glorify terror and incite violence. It will be presented in parliament today. For decades, New Zealand has funded UNRWA, which operates schools in which children are exposed to lessons that…
Hate speech in schools: petition accepted by National MP, Simon O’Connor, as EU links the education to terror – IINZ
National MP, Simon O’Connor has accepted a petition from the Israel Institute of New Zealand (IINZ) calling on the government to stop funding schools that glorify terror and incite violence. It will be presented in parliament today. For decades, New Zealand has funded UNRWA, which operates schools in which children are exposed to lessons that…
Green waste putting waterways at risk
Green waste putting waterways at risk Illegal dumping is rife across the region and it’s not just the inorganic items that are putting our flood protection, biodiversity, and water health at risk. With many people taking the recent long weekends to maintain their gardens in preparation for winter, there’s often an increase in green waste…
Rents continue to add to cost of living woes except in deep South – Trade Me
If you want to pay the same rent as last year, move to Southland, otherwise, it’s another month tenants are having to dig deep. The Trade Me Rental Price Index for April shows Aotearoa is stubbornly clinging to the record median weekly rent of $600 for the third month in a row, a three per…
Soil conservation funding boost from central government
Soil conservation funding boost from central government We will receive nearly $2 million to support farmers with erosion-prone land across North Canterbury. The funding comes from Te Uru Rākau – New Zealand Forest Service (TUR-NZFS) and will help continue the successful Soil Conservation and Revegetation (SCAR) Programme, which will now extend until 2027. Previously in…
Technology offers hope in the fight against myrtle rust – Scion Research
New research using remote sensing technology has delivered promising results to scientists looking for innovative ways to help nurseries combat the spread of myrtle rust. Scientists at Crown Research Institute Scion have found a way to quickly detect myrtle rust days before plants show signs of infection, providing hope that nurseries in the future can…
Waves crashing onto the airwaves this week – Te Pukenga
The latest radio station to be launched by Äkonga (students) at the New Zealand Broadcasting School at Ara |Te PÅ«kenga is set to make a splash by bringing something entirely new to the airwaves. Waves 96.1 is on air from 15 May with a playlist described as “feel-good, alternative and indie-rock and pop from 1995…
Auckland proptech startup hits 25pc market share, eyes global growth – Relab
A modern and easy to use interface for property searchers such as real estate agents, created by Auckland property data company Relab has captured 25 percent of the nationwide real estate agent market in two years. Last year, real estate agents accessing the centrally accessible property data through Relab’s platform, the first of its kind…
David Seymour speech – The Simple Truth – ACT New Zealand
A Fresh, Fearless Approach, or Carry On Regardless? Our country will face a real choice in five months’ time. And the choice isn’t Red Chris or Blue Chris. As many now see, that isn’t much of a choice at all. The choice New Zealanders face is between parties offering more of the same… And one…
David Seymour speech – The Simple Truth – ACT New Zealand
A Fresh, Fearless Approach, or Carry On Regardless? Our country will face a real choice in five months’ time. And the choice isn’t Red Chris or Blue Chris. As many now see, that isn’t much of a choice at all. The choice New Zealanders face is between parties offering more of the same… And one…
Farmers field trip for mahinga kai
Farmers field trip for mahinga kai Did you know that mahinga kai species like kākahi/freshwater mussels can help protect the natural environment? Join Makarini Rupene (Pō Mātai Ko, Cultural Land Management Advisor) and Channell Thoms (Mātauraka Putaio Senior Advisor, Science) for a three-stop hop along the Cust River catchment. What will we learn? Ki uta ki…
Paddon wins 2023 International Rally of Whangarei
Cromwell’s Hayden Paddon and co-driver John Kennard have won the 2023 International Rally of WhangÄrei in their Hyundai i20N Rally 2 car, finishing 3min35 ahead of Ben Hunt and Tony Rawstorn (Skoda) while Rana Horan and Michael Connor finished third (Skoda). The fourth round of the FIA Asia Pacific Rally Championship (APRC) it was also…