New Zealand News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 30, 2025.
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Crash and court a costly night for driver
Source: New Zealand Police It was pricey night for one dangerous driver who dented his pride and joy and landed himself in court. Police in Papakura observed a vehicle travelling at speed on Clevedon Road just before 11pm. Counties Manukau South Area Prevention Manager, Inspector Matt Hoyes, says officers signalled for the vehicle to stop. […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Events – UNERASED Returns: Made in Palestine Exhibition Opens in Auckland
Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand Following the success of UNERASED: The Palestinian Experience, the Palestine Forum of New Zealand is proud to present the second edition of the exhibition series — UNERASED: Made in Palestine. Curated by acclaimed artists Emily Hartley-Skudder and Pinky Fang, with scent installation by Nathan Taare, this exhibition offers a […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Health and Housing – Many rentals may still fall short as healthy homes deadline arrives
Source: Asthma and Respiratory Foundation As winter grips the country, many Kiwis will go to sleep tonight in rental homes that may still be putting their health at risk. From midnight tonight, all private residential landlords must ensure their properties fully comply with the Healthy Homes Standards – a legal requirement introduced in 2019 to make […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Health – Wai July launches: Tāne Māori encouraged to go alcohol-free this July
Source: Hapai Te Hauora Hāpai Te Hauora has launched Wai July, a new kaupapa calling on tāne Māori to go alcohol-free for the month of July. The challenge invites tāne to press pause on waipiro, reflect on how it shows up in their lives, and choose wai (water) instead, all while backing their bros and reclaiming […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Hong Kong: National Security Law analysis shows vast majority unjustly arrested
Source: Amnesty International More than 80% of people convicted under Hong Kong’s National Security Law (NSL) have been wrongly criminalized and should never have been charged in the first place, according to new research by Amnesty International published on the fifth anniversary of the law being enacted. The organization’s analysis of 255 individuals targeted under […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: STEAM education and sports key recipients in Canterbury funding
Source: Rata Foundation Rātā Foundation has announced $617,000 will go to community groups in Canterbury in its most recent funding round, focused on large and multi-year funding. Tagata Moana Trust, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the advancement of Pacific peoples living in Aotearoa, will receive $110,000. The organisation’s focus is on using Pacific arts, language and […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Northland News – Nominations for Northland Regional Council open 04 July
Source: Northland Regional Council People keen to stand for one of nine places on the Northland Regional Council at this year’s local body elections in October can get their nominations in from Friday 04 July. Dale Ofsoske, the council’s Electoral Officer, says nominations open on Friday 04 July and close at noon on Friday 01 August […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Northland Regional Council News – 30 June 2025
Source: Northland Regional Council NOMINATIONS FOR NRC OPEN 04 JULY People keen to stand for one of nine places on the Northland Regional Council at this year’s local body elections in October can get their nominations in from Friday 04 July until noon on Friday 01 August 2025. Anyone aged 18 and over can stand for […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Tech Appointments – Tim Dacombe-Bird Appointed as Head of Google Cloud in New Zealand
Source: Sling & Stone AUCKLAND, New Zealand, June 30 2025 — Google Cloud today announced the appointment of Tim Dacombe-Bird as Head of Google Cloud in New Zealand. Based in Wellington, Tim will be responsible for spearheading Google Cloud’s local go-to-market strategy and working closely with partners and customers to help Kiwi businesses build an […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Serious crash, Cambridge Road, Waipa district
Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a crash that has blocked Cambridge Road in Waipa district. The crash involves a car and a truck, and was reported about 11.25am. One person is reported to be injured. Cambridge Road is closed between Storey Road and Cox Road and motorists should expect […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Rare slab hut refurbishment keeps traditional ways alive
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 30 June 2025 The historic Slaty Creek Hut, in the Grey Valley, was originally built as a winter project in 1952 by deer cullers. The hut was built with timber milled with hand tools using logs from the beech forest surrounding the site. It’s now used by recreational hunters, trampers […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Stats NZ information release: Employment indicators: May 2025
Employment indicators: May 2025 – information release 30 June 2025 Employment indicators provide an early indication of changes in the labour market. Key factsChanges in the seasonally adjusted filled jobs for the May 2025 month (compared with the April 2025 month) were: all industries – up 0.1 percent (1,689 jobs) to 2.35 million filled jobs primary […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Media advisory: RNZPC Auckland Campus
Source: New Zealand Police Media are advised that Police will hold a media stand-up for the opening of the Royal New Zealand Police College (RNZPC) Auckland Campus. Location: RNZPC Auckland, Student Central Level 2, Massey University, East Precinct, Albany Expressway, North Shore. Time: 8:30am Date: Tuesday 1 July Who: Police Commissioner Richard Chambers, Minister of Police […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: DOC’s Jobs for Nature legacy
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 30 June 2025 Sia says, “Jobs for Nature projects have had a positive impact on the environment, restoring over 6000 ha of wetland, which has improved wildlife habitat, water quality and flood control capability, and have worked toward restoring six priority waterways, such as the Rangitata and Whanganui Rivers, among […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: The awkward places NZers admit to using their devices – and why scammers love it
Source: BNZ Statements From the bathroom to the boardroom, New Zealanders are responding to notifications and messages in some pretty awkward places – and it reveals just how distracted and hurried we’ve become, a new survey from BNZ shows. The nationwide study found that most New Zealanders have responded to an email, text or notification […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Homicide investigation under way, Ōtāhuhu
Source: New Zealand Police A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Ōtāhuhu last night. Emergency services were called to a Beatty Street property at about 8.30pm following a report of a person being seriously injured. Detective Inspector Karen Bright, Counties Manukau CIB, says upon arrival, Police found a man […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Corporate publications
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 30 June 2025Last updated 30 June 2025 Print Share We produce a range of publications, resources and reports for the tertiary sector to keep you abreast of important issues.We produce a range of publications, resources and reports for the tertiary sector to keep you abreast of important issues. MIL […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Pūhoi to Warkworth Motorway going to 110km/h
Source: New Zealand Government A new 110km/h speed limit on the Pūhoi to Warkworth motorway will come into effect first thing tomorrow morning, Transport Minister Chris Bishop announced today. “Transport is a critical enabler for economic growth and productivity, and with over 20,000 vehicles travelling this motorway every day, the new higher speed will help ensure […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Log trailer lifting failure lead to important safety changes on and off ports
Source: Maritime New Zealand Incidents where log trailers fell while being lifted, seriously endangering workers, have led to important safety changes on ports and at other sites where log trailers are lifted onto trucks. The Port Health and Safety Leadership Group identified working with suspended loads as one of the key risks on ports in […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Homicide investigation underway, Ōtāhuhu
Source: New Zealand Police A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Ōtāhuhu last night. Emergency services were called to a Beatty Street property at about 8.30pm following a report of a person being seriously injured. Detective Inspector Karen Bright, Counties Manukau CIB, says upon arrival, Police found a man […]