New Zealand News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 5, 2025.
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Seven exceptional students score Space Scholarships
Source: Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) During their 3-month internship programme at JPL they’ll work alongside scientists and engineers who are part of world-leading NASA missions. Their experience at JPL will not only support their studies, it will also provide real-world skills to start exciting careers in New Zealand’s fast-growing space industry. The […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Foreign Minister to visit Europe, Indonesia
Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters departs this weekend for visits to France, Italy and Indonesia. In Nice, Minister Peters will attend the Pacific-France Summit, hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron; represent New Zealand at the third United Nations Ocean Conference; and hold a series of bilateral meetings with counterparts from around the world. “New Zealand […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Name release: Fatal crash, Number 1 Line, Manawatū
Source: New Zealand Police Police are now in a position to release the name of the man who died following a crash on Number 1 Line on 25 May. He was Martin Lucien Symington, 53, from Australia. Police extends our condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances of […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Road reopened following crash, St Johns
Source: New Zealand Police St Johns Road has been reopened following an earlier crash between a vehicle and pedestrian. One person was transported to hospital in a serious condition. An investigation into the crash remains ongoing. Police would like to thank motorists for their patience while the scene was cleared. ENDS. Holly McKay/NZ Police MIL […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: More classrooms for children with high needs
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is ensuring more students with the highest learning support needs have access to warm, safe, dry and fit-for-purpose learning environments.“We know many parents of children with high needs want the option of a specialist education setting. Right now, those choices are limited because our specialist schools are stretched beyond capacity. […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Police acknowledge sentencing for Blenheim homicide
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Sergeant Ashley Clarke of Marlborough CIB: Police acknowledge the sentence handed down to Paul Thomas Armon today in the Blenheim High Court. Mr Armon was sentenced to life imprisonment with 15 years non-parole for the murder of his mother, Jennifer Sheehan, late last year. We extend our […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Gas supply reducing faster and sooner than previously forecast
Source: Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) “Natural gas reserves continue to reduce faster and sooner than previously forecast,” says Karlene Tipler, Head of Data Service Delivery, Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment. “In 2024 natural gas proven plus probable (2P) reserves reduced from 1300 PJ to 948 PJ. The reduction in natural gas […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Gas data proves Government correct to act now
Source: New Zealand Government New figures released today showing a decline in New Zealand’s gas reserves is a stark reminder why the Government is taking decisive action to bolster the industry and seek more investment in exploration and production, Resources Minister Shane Jones says. “New Zealand needs a secure supply of affordable and reliable gas […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Stats NZ information release: Value of building work put in place: March 2025 quarter
Value of building work put in place: March 2025 quarter – information release 5 June 2025 Value of building work statistics estimate the value and volume of work put in place on construction jobs in New Zealand. Key factsIn the March 2025 quarter: the seasonally adjusted total building volume was flat compared with the December 2024 […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Advice seen by Minister(s)
Source: Tertiary Education Commission DateReference NumberTitle 19 December 2019AM/19/01484Aide-Memoir: Discussion paper: establishing a CoVE specialising in Secondary Tertiary Programmes, Multiple Pathways and Transitions (PDF 1.4 MB) 5 December 2019B/19/01460Funding Agreement between the Crown and Lincoln University (PDF 1.3 MB) 3 December 20191210568Education Report: High-level decisions on the unified funding system for discussion at the strategy […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Consultations
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 5 June 2025Last updated 5 June 2025 Print Share From time to time, we review policies, strategies and work programmes to ensure tertiary education remains relevant and of high quality.From time to time, we review policies, strategies and work programmes to ensure tertiary education remains relevant and of high quality. As part of […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Providing information and advice
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 5 June 2025Last updated 5 June 2025 Print Share We provide information and advice to the Government and the responsible Minister(s). We also provide information and advice to tertiary education organisations (TEOs), other government agencies and external stakeholders.We provide information and advice to the Government and the responsible Minister(s). […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: How we work
Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 5 June 2025Last updated 5 June 2025 Print Share We invest government funding in tertiary education organisations (TEOs), monitor their performance, and provide information and advice. We invest over $3.8 billion into tertiary education and the careers system each year. We invest government funding in tertiary education organisations (TEOs), monitor their performance, […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Vulnerable Missing Person
Source: New Zealand Police Police in Christchurch are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a vulnerable missing person. 79-year old Elisabeth went missing last night with a confirmed sighting on Bartlett Street, Riccarton. There are also unconfirmed reports of Elisabeth being seen in Moana Vale at around 10am on 5 June. Elisabeth is wearing blue […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Fifth year in a row of equal gender representation on public sector boards
Source: New Zealand Government For the fifth consecutive year, women’s representation on public sector boards and committees has reached 50 percent or above, with women now holding 52.1 percent of public sector board roles, Minister for Women Nicola Grigg says. Ms Grigg announced the results of the 2024 stocktake of gender and ethnic diversity on […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Refreshed strategy released to tackle gambling harm
Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey today announced that the Government has released the refreshed Strategy to Prevent and Minimise Gambling Harm.“The updated strategy includes a targeted investment of over $81 million to improve access to support, strengthen prevention and early intervention and reduce the impact of gambling-related harm across New […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Seal Silly Season: Help Us Keep Young seals safe
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Yep, they’re back and turning up in the weirdest places.From footpaths to paddocks, suburban driveways to the occasional KFC carpark, young kekeno (New Zealand fur seals) are once again on the move. And as winter settles in, we’re entering peak Seal Silly Season—when juvenile fur seals begin exploring the world […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Parliament Hansard Report – Wednesday, 4 June 2025 (continued on Thursday, 5 June 2025) – Volume 784 – 001501
Source: New Zealand Parliament Dr LAWRENCE XU-NAN (Green): Thank you, Madam Chair. We understand what the purpose is, because we had a discussion about this last night. But just following on from the previous speaker, the Hon Damien O’Connor, who was the previous trade Minister—and he captured it quite nicely—we already have a number of […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Parliament Hansard Report – Invest New Zealand Bill — In Committee—Clauses 1 and 2 – 001500
Source: New Zealand Parliament Dr LAWRENCE XU-NAN (Green): Thank you, Madam Chair. We understand what the purpose is, because we had a discussion about this last night. But just following on from the previous speaker, the Hon Damien O’Connor, who was the previous trade Minister—and he captured it quite nicely—we already have a number of […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: New Zealand to host consultations on Bougainville at Burnham
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand will host post-referendum talks between the Government of Papua New Guinea and the Autonomous Bougainville Government next week, Foreign Minister Winston Peters has announced. The ‘Burnham Consultations’ will be held at Burnham Military Camp at the request of Sir Jerry Mateparae, as independent moderator. The discussions will be led by Sir Jerry […]