June 7 cut-off for transport funding feedback
Tuesday, 28 May 2013, 12:40 pm Press Release: Consensus Building Group Media Release28 May 2013 June 7 cut-off for transport funding feedbackThe Consensus Building Group ('the CBG') is asking for...
View ArticleQuake Outcasts Welcome Red Zone Deadline Extensions
Tuesday, 28 May 2013, 12:47 pm Press Release: Quake Outcasts FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE28-May-13Quake Outcasts Welcome Red Zone Deadline ExtensionsThe government and CERA confirmed they are now allowing...
View ArticleAuckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter - 27 May 2013
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View ArticleOutdoor Access Projects to Receive Walking Access Funding
The New Zealand Walking Access Commission has awarded more than $60,000 in funding to organisations across the country working to enhance recreational access in the outdoors. The funding was made...
View ArticleCare Needed As Winter Sets In At Queen’s Birthday Weekend
Aucklanders and Northlanders heading away for Queen's Birthday are being advised by the NZ Transport Agency of the need for extra care during a long weekend marking the official start of winter. "With...
View ArticleNelson Apprentice Builder Wins National Title
Hamish Griffith from NMIT Nelson has been named the best building apprentice in New Zealand, following the final of the annual Industry Training Association Building (ITAB) Apprentice Challenge...
View ArticleSludge eating plant launched in Palmerston North
Funding of $1.1 million from the Government's Waste Minimisation Fund has enabled Palmerston North to be the first city in the country to pilot an innovative 'Wetox' sludge treatment plant.Wetox is a...
View ArticleSixteen year-olds served by Motueka bar
Tuesday, 28 May 2013, 3:23 pm Press Release: New Zealand Police Sixteen year-olds served by Motueka bar Two sixteen year old girls who had told the bar staff their correct age were served drinks at the...
View ArticleNational Māori treasures up close
Astonishing Maori treasures from the Sir George Grey Special Collections will be on display for all to enjoy for free, for four months from June, at Auckland Council's Central City Library.Mayor Len...
View ArticleDrivers must take care when travelling along SH1 Desert Road
Tuesday, 28 May 2013, 3:31 pm Press Release: New Zealand Transport Agency 28 May 2013Drivers are urged to take care when travelling along SH1 Desert RoadThe NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) is reminding...
View ArticleCare still required on roads
Care still required on roads The district's drivers are being urged to be extra cautious on the roads with today's snowy weather likely to mean icy conditions tomorrow.A wintery blast brought snow down...
View ArticleNZTA launches “good manners” motorway campaign for Auckland
NZTA launches "good manners" motorway campaign for Auckland Protecting drivers from crashes and delays on Auckland's motorway network is the aim of a "good manners" safety campaign starting this week,...
View ArticleMajor Milestone in Relationship Accord
Tuesday, 28 May 2013, 1:45 pm Press Release: The Maori Party Hon Tariana Turia and Hon Dr Pita SharplesMaori Party Co-Leaders28 May 2013Major Milestone in Relationship AccordEighteen months ago, in...
View ArticleArson-damaged Scouts Hall Major Benefactor of Lions Event
A call on March 17th 2013 woke scout leader Michelle Walker to some horrific news. Her local scout hall where she had attended and taught for the last fourteen years had been torched, again, in a...
View ArticleCouncil honours three Absolutely Positive Wellingtonians
Three social entrepreneurs who embraced the opportunities of virtual connectivity to create real-life connections will be honoured by the Wellington City Council. Linc Gasking, Roy Hoogmoed and Silvia...
View ArticleNats put drug dealers’ profits over dogs
Tuesday, 28 May 2013, 2:08 pm Press Release: New Zealand Labour Party Trevor MallardShadow Leader of the House28 May 2013Nats put drug dealers' profits over dogsNational cares more about ensuring the...
View ArticleWild weather disrupts Air New Zealand schedule
Wild weather disrupts Air New Zealand schedule Wild weather across the country today has caused disruptions to Air New Zealand services.Thunder and lightning delayed services at Auckland airport this...
View ArticleLaunch of Seafood New Zealand at Parliament
Launch of Seafood New Zealand at Parliament New Zealand's seafood industry body, Seafood New Zealand, will be officially launched at a function, hosted by the Minister for Primary Industries, at...
View ArticleParty Pills Not For Pups
It is very disappointing that the Government has blocked the Health Select Committee from being able to look at animal testing as part of the legal high legislation, the Green Party said today.Trevor...
View ArticleAuckland’s Best-Dressed Cakes Make a Grand Appearance
If you thought you knew what an attractive cake looked like, think again. Shore City announces the 2013 Art of Cake Awards, from 20 June to 11 July. This will be a competitive exhibition of ultimate...
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