New Zealand News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 13, 2025.
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Proactive highway closures to avoid accidents, greater disruption
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency “With the snow continuing to fall and roads becoming extremely icy at nights, our teams made good calls to do some overnight closures between Fairlie and Twizel in recent days,” says NZTA system manager Mark Pinner. “While we know these closures can be disruptive for some, I have no doubt […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Local Tree Icon – A Finalist for Tree of the Year NZ 2025
Source: Press Release Service Headline: Local Tree Icon – A Finalist for Tree of the Year NZ 2025 One week into voting for New Zealand’s 2025 Tree of the Year, and the competition is already taking root in the hearts of Kiwis nationwide and abroad. Run by the NZ Notable Trees Trust, Tree of the […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Public feedback received on Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area Deed
Source: Auckland Council Auckland Council has received more than 2,250 submissions on the proposed Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area Deed of Acknowledgement following public consultation in April and May this year. The proposed Deed – between Auckland Council, Te Kawerau ā Maki, and the Department of Conservation – would set out a framework for working together […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Supercharging residential solar power
Source: Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) New Zealand’s residential uptake of rooftop solar is lower than many other countries. In order to shift the tide, the Government is making changes to: Expand the permitted voltage range from +/- 6% +/- 10% – this will help manage the changing flow of electricity sent back […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Arts – $25,000 CLNZ | NZSA Writers’ Award OPENS
Source: NZSA The CLNZ | NZSA Writers’ Award of $25,000 is one of the highest value non-fiction prizes in New Zealand literature and it is now open for applications. He $25,000 te nui o te Karāti Kaituhi o te CLNZ me te NZSA, te karāti mātua mo ngā pakimaero-pono o ngā momo-tuhinga o Aotearoa. Ka taea […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Govt cuts will undermine access to New Zealand’s history – PSA
Source: PSA The ability of New Zealanders to access and better understand New Zealand’s history will be undermined by proposed cuts to the workforce at Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage. The agency is proposing a net loss of 24 roles or 16% of the workforce. This follows Budget cuts which slashed funding by $8 […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Wool carpets for state houses a win-win
Source: New Zealand Government The return of wool carpets to state homes has been welcomed by Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis and Associate Agriculture Minister Mark Patterson. State housing agency Kāinga Ora announced today that from next month, a new supplier agreement will deliver woollen carpets for the fit-out of new state homes. “The decision is great […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Supercharging residential solar power generation
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is expanding the permitted voltage range for electricity networks, so Kiwis with solar panels can send more power back to the grid. Changes are being made to clarify that a building consent is not needed to install rooftop solar panels on existing buildings. Councils will be required to process […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: $33 million into more classrooms for Central North Island Schools
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is delivering 32 more safe, warm and dry classrooms and a major school redevelopment for Kiwi kids living in the Central North Island. “As communities continue to grow, we remain committed to future-proofing our education system so parents have certainty about where to send their child to school. We’re […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Auckland’s Fairy Tree Trails the Field in National Voting
Source: Press Release Service Headline: Auckland’s Fairy Tree Trails the Field in National Voting Auckland’s own Fairy Tree, nestled in the heart of the Domain, is currently languishing in last place in the 2025 New Zealand Tree of the Year competition—but there’s still time for a fairy-tale comeback. The post Auckland’s Fairy Tree Trails the […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Successful childhood immunisation programme delivering results
Source: New Zealand Government A successful programme to help Māori health providers lift childhood immunisation rates will be renewed, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “The Immunising our Tamariki programme, originally launched in 2023 by Hon Dr Shane Reti, invested $50 million in Māori health providers to deliver targeted, community-based immunisation outreach. It aims to lift […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Health and Business – Ora Pharm targets growing Europe market for medicinal cannabis in trade mission
Source: Ora Pharm Launches collective solution to meet needs of European customers Leading medicinal cannabis company Ora Pharm heads to Europe this week as part of a unique trade mission to promote New Zealand pharmaceutical products based on cannabis in the fast-growing European market. “European Cannabis Week is a huge opportunity to showcase New Zealand’s medicinal cannabis industry […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Mental Health Response Change Programme Phase Two update
Source: New Zealand Police Phase Two of the Police Mental Health Response Change Programme is set to be extended with implementation across a third and final group of districts from Monday. This includes: • Health NZ districts: Northland, Taranaki, Whanganui, and MidCentral • Police districts: Northland, Central • Health NZ specific areas: Tokoroa and Taumarunui […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Stronger forestry ties with India driving export growth
Source: New Zealand Government Forestry, Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay, today announced at the Fieldays Forestry Hub, both inbound and outbound forestry trade missions with India this year, aimed at strengthening trade links, deepening industry ties, and unlocking greater value for both countries’ forestry and wood processing sectors. “India is one of the fastest-growing […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Public advisory: Search and Rescue training exercise in Northland
Source: New Zealand Police A controlled training exercise will be conducted in the Tangihua Ranges, Waiotira from Friday 13 through to Sunday 14 June. The multi-agency exercise is being led by Police, with support from Land Search and Rescue and will simulate a land-based search and rescue scenario. Police, along with other agency personnel, will […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Speech to Hospitality NZ Conference
Source: New Zealand Government Good morning, Thank you for inviting me to address the Hospitality Conference 2025 right here in Wellington today. I would like to begin by acknowledging: Nick Keene, National President of Hospitality New Zealand, Steve Armitage, Chief Executive of Hospitality New Zealand, members of your Board, and the members of your […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Strand Optimisation Project – Stage 2 to begin next week
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency This will improve safety, road efficiency and productivity along this busy corridor as both pedestrians and cyclists will have a separated path from the busy road. Most of the construction will be carried out from 7am – 5pm, Monday to Friday and will not affect traffic travelling along SH16 The […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Body found following fire, Waihi
Source: New Zealand Police One person has been found deceased following a fire this morning in Waihi. At around 7:50am emergency services received reports of a fire on Montrose Road. Police and Fire and Emergency New Zealand investigators are carrying out a scene examination. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined. ENDS […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Good Police work coughs up the dough
Source: New Zealand Police A nocturnal thief has lost his crust after Police busted his alleged nighttime crime spree. Beginning in early April the alleged offender has targeted a range of different South Auckland locations in the early hours of the morning. “Police will allege the man carried out a spree of opportunistic thefts,” Counties […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Missing person located, Taranaki
Source: New Zealand Police The woman reported missing in New Plymouth on Tuesday 10 June has been located and is safe. Police would like to extend our appreciation to the members of the public who provided information and assisted with search efforts. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL OSI New Zealand News –