Hobbit experience paying off for New Zealand
Playing on its Middle-earth assets has helped New Zealand receive new interest from international travellers, according to Tourism New Zealand chief executive Kevin Bowler. Research has found that...
View ArticleKapiti Independent Newsbrief - 18 June 2013
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View ArticleEmbassy of Cuba in New Zealand Newsletter 16 June 2013
June 8thChina and Cuba expressed their interest in keeping advancing bilateral cooperation in agriculture, innovation and scientific exchange, official sources reported on Saturday. The issue was...
View ArticleChristchurch Council ready to assist throughout bad weather
Tuesday, 18 June 2013, 1:38 pm Press Release: Christchurch City Council 18 June 2013Council ready to assist throughout bad weatherChristchurch City Council staff and contractors are out across the city...
View ArticleLies damned lies and Steven Joyce
Tuesday, 18 June 2013, 1:24 pm Press Release: New Zealand Labour Party David ClarkEconomic Development Spokesperson18 June 2013Lies, damned lies and Steven JoyceNational has ignored the overwhelming...
View ArticleCivil Defence issues warning ahead of big freeze
Civil Defence and emergency services have urged New Zealanders to prepare for the worst as a ferocious polar blast bears down on the country. The Antarctic blast is expected to hit Canterbury by...
View ArticleDeadline for constitutional review submissions extended
The Constitutional Advisory Panel has extended the deadline to the end of July for people to make submissions on a constitutional review. Co-chair Sir Tipene O'Regan said the additional month will give...
View ArticleSimon Bradwell Empty ponds more heartbreak in Scott Guy case
Scott Guy case: Police dredge ponds What bitterly disappointing news the futile dredging of the effluent ponds on the Guy family farm must have been to the family, supporters and friends of Kylee Guy....
View ArticleStricter alcohol licensing to come into effect
Source: Reuters Community members will be able to object to the granting of alcohol licences with key changes coming into force today. New regulations include the suitability of the applicant...
View ArticleStock up on essentials before winter blast - Civil Defence
Canterbury residents should stock up on food, water and warm clothing ahead of a predicted cold snap, Civil Defence says. Despite MetService lifting all weather warnings today, forecasters say that the...
View ArticleNo plans to close Environment Court - PM
The Prime Minister says there are no plans to close the Environment Court. Mr Key has rebutted speculation the court will be canned saying yesterday he believed it would remain a stand alone court....
View ArticleTraffic management trials underway in Christchurch
Tuesday, 18 June 2013, 2:02 pm Press Release: Christchurch City Council 18 June 2013Traffic management trials underwayTrials are being set-up throughout Christchurch to look at ways of improving...
View ArticleMediaworks – How Crony Capitalism Works – Peters
Tuesday, 18 June 2013, 2:45 pm Press Release: New Zealand First Party Rt Hon Winston PetersNew Zealand First Leader/Spokesperson for Broadcasting18 June 2013Mediaworks - How Crony Capitalism Works -...
View ArticleBMW 7 Series Checks Into Intercontinental Wellington
BMW 7 Series Checks Into Intercontinental Wellington A new arrival at InterContinental Wellington has both guests and staff excited - a BMW 7 Series high performance car in which to transport guests...
View ArticleBe prepared for hazardous winter conditions
Tuesday, 18 June 2013, 2:10 pm Press Release: Canterbury Civil Defence 18 June 2013Be prepared for hazardous winter conditionsHeavy snow to sea level has been forecast for Canterbury this week on...
View ArticleAuckland Mayoral Pacific Fund challenge answered
Tuesday, 18 June 2013, 2:13 pm Press Release: Auckland Council 18 June 2013Mayoral Pacific Fund challenge answeredLen Brown's challenge to Auckland organisations to help out Pacific Island disaster...
View ArticleFish Game reminder - still plenty birds in season
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View ArticleWeather blast may pose hazard for drivers
Tuesday, 18 June 2013, 2:27 pm Press Release: New Zealand Police Weather blast may pose hazard for driversA blast of cold, wet weather could dramatically increase the risks to road users in Canterbury...
View ArticleWelcome to Taste Farmers’ Market of the Year 2013 Awards
Our Judges are ready, Chef Jonny Schwass returns and is looking for the very best of the best, new judges Chef Sam Marchant and Chef Jamie Bennett are joining a army of helpers and will be tasting what...
View ArticleDaylight robbery leaves elderly woman shaken and carless
Tuesday, 18 June 2013, 2:38 pm Press Release: New Zealand Police Daylight robbery leaves elderly woman shaken and carlessA 75 year-old Remuera woman is missing her car and several hundred dollars in...
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