New Zealand News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 3, 2025.
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Man nabbed on North Shore
Source: New Zealand Police A man is facing at least 18 charges after a string of alleged offending across the North Shore area in recent months. Waitematā East Police caught up with the man and he is custody until his next court date later in June. Businesses and commuters have been the alleged targets of […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Community-led projects get a boost from Ngā Hapori Momoho grant allocations
Source: Auckland Council A range of projects led by community groups have been allocated a share of $303,119 from Auckland Council in the latest round of Ngā Hapori Momoho | Thriving Communities grants for 2024/2025, approved by the Community Committee on 27 May. The grants support regional goals in the council’s Ngā Hapori Momoho | […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Update: Muriwai sudden death
Source: New Zealand Police Police can now provide a brief update into a sudden death in Muriwai earlier this morning. A person’s body was located after a car fire was reported on Jack Butt Lane. Police can now advise enquiries are being made on behalf of the Coroner in this matter. ENDS. Jarred Williamson/NZ Police […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Rising dairy prices lift export prices – Stats NZ media and information release: International trade: March 2025 quarter
Rising dairy prices lift export prices – media release 3 June 2025 Export prices rose 7.1 percent in the March 2025 quarter, led by dairy prices, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. “Export prices have been increasing since March 2024 and are now 17 percent higher than they were a year ago,” international accounts […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) holders – Funding eligibility
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Eligibility criteriaIf you are approved to provide work-based delivery, AEWV holders that undertake work-based learning with you may be eligible for TEC funding. To be eligible, they must: For more information about ‘domestic student’ requirements, see:Other valid domestic enrolmentsWhich programmes are funded?TEC publishes a list of funded programmes for work-based learners […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: WorkSafe changes a welcome step towards modern, supportive regulation
Source: EMA The change in focus for WorkSafe New Zealand is long overdue and should assist employers in keeping workers safer while having fewer concerns about being punished, says the Employers and Manufacturers Association (EMA). The changes – including a new letter of expectations, a restructured funding model, and a legislative rewrite of the regulator’s core […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: GAZA – Dozens of Palestinians massacred at US-Israel backed food distribution sites- MSF
Source: Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) Jerusalem: Dozens of Palestinians were killed and hundreds more injured yesterday, 1 June, as they waited for food at the newly created Gaza Humanitarian Foundation distribution centres in Rafah and close to the Netzarim Corridor, according to the Ministry of Health. Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) teams […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Views sought on new Building Product Specifications
Source: Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) Dr Dave Gittings, Manager, Building Performance and Engineering, said: “This new document streamlines the process for those looking to use proven and tested overseas products, knowing they will be accepted through the consenting system.” “The draft Building Product Specifications document released today contains specifications and overseas standards […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Road cone digital hotline opens
Source: Worksafe New Zealand 3 June 2025 Concerns about road cone use anywhere in New Zealand can now be reported to WorkSafe New Zealand through a new digital hotline on the WorkSafe website. The hotline is part of a 12-month pilot, brought about by work health and safety reforms announced by the Government(external link), to […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Indicative allocations by year
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 3 June 2024Last updated 3 June 2024 Print Share The indicative allocation is our early estimate of each tertiary education organisation’s on-Plan funding. It indicates what you could receive for the following year if your Investment Plan is approved for funding.The indicative allocation is our early estimate of each […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Farmer satisfaction with banks better – but fragile
Source: Federated Farmers Farmers are feeling more satisfied with their banks, pointing to improved communication and less ‘undue pressure’, Federated Farmers’ latest Banking Survey shows. “It’s good to see things are improving but farmers’ trust in their banks is still fragile,” Federated Farmers banking spokesperson Richard McIntyre says. “Where farmers have given positive feedback in the […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Culture – Pushing the boundaries of creativity in kapa haka
Source: Rata Foundation When new rōpū Kōkō Tangiwai stormed to the front of the Waitaha region kapa haka competitions in 2024 they pushed the boundaries of creativity and innovation to take out the top spot and earn their place at Te Matatini 2025. Kapa haka is a vital expression of Māori identity, history, and culture. It […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Banking – Kiwibank first New Zealand bank to partner with Kiwi tech company Wych to provide open banking – and draws line with zero fees
Source: Kiwibank Local tech company, Wych, will assist Kiwibank in implementing open banking. Kiwibank will not be charging accredited third parties to make standard API requests. Open banking will deliver more value, choice and flexibility for customers. Kiwibank is the first New Zealand bank to partner with Wych, a New Zealand based financial […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Fire Safety – Kiwis return from assisting with the New South Wales floods
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand has welcomed back its specialist team from their deployment to New South Wales. The contingent of four Community Liaison Officers and two Jurisdiction Liaison have been operating mainly in the flood-hit areas of Taree and Port Macquarie. Deputy National Commander Brendan Nally says he is […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Rural leader on a mission to help farmers minimise waste
Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council The focus of the workshops will be about getting farmers to think about their purchasing decisions. Instead of opting for products that could be wasted after a single use, she is encouraging farmers to choose sustainable products with Agrecovery stickers signalling they’re part of a recycling scheme. Trish said her […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Police attending sudden death in Muriwai
Source: New Zealand Police Police are in attendance at a car fire in Muriwai this morning. Fire and Emergency advised Police of the fire on Jack Butt Lane at 8.34am. The fire has been extinguished and a person’s body has been located next to the vehicle. The immediate area has been cordoned off for a […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Building consent system productivity on the rise
Source: New Zealand Government Processing delays for building consents and code compliance certificates have dropped since the Government began publicly releasing council performance data, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk says. “One of the most common frustrations I’ve heard from tradies and aspiring homeowners since becoming Minister is how long it takes to get the […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: State Highway 1, Clarence closed
Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 1, Clarence is currently closed near Clarence Valley Road due to a vehicle fire. The fire was reported at around 6:20am. No injuries have been reported. Detours are in place and motorists are advised to expect delays. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL OSI New Zealand News –
MIL-OSI New Zealand: WorkSafe makes significant shift to rebalance its activities, launches road cone hotline
Source: New Zealand Government WorkSafe makes significant shift to rebalance its activities, launches road cone hotline As part of a broader suite of health and safety reforms, the Government has agreed to a range of changes that will significantly refocus WorkSafe from an enforcement agency to one that engages early to support businesses and individuals […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Health – From Today Eligible People with Stage III Melanoma Can Access Funded KEYTRUDA® (pembrolizumab)
Source: Merck Sharp & Dohme (New Zealand) Auckland, New Zealand, 1 June 2025 – MSD (tradename of Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, N.J., USA (NYSE: MRK) is delighted to announce that from today, Pharmac will widen the funding of the immunotherapy cancer medicine KEYTRUDA® (pembrolizumab) to include the treatment of eligible people with stage III […]