Wellington.Scoop A man was killed after being struck by a train on the Palmerston North side of Bunnythorpe early this morning. Railway Road in Bunnythorpe was closed after the fatality, and traffic was being diverted through Roberts Line. The Manawatu Standard reports that the man was hit by a freight train at 3.43am. He was […]
As I have done in previous years, I’ve compiled some of my blog posts where I have criticised, attacked or disagreed with the Government. I am a supporter, but not an uncritical one. When I agree with them, I say so. When I don’t, I say so. This seems difficult for some people to comprehend. […]
The Dean of Auckland’s Holy Trinity Cathedral says the expectations of a festive Christmas are not the reality for everyone and the Christmas story demands a response.
Bullet Heart Club, one of New Zealand’s newest independent theatre companies, have reported that their debut stage show Daffodils (inspired by true events) is set to be developed into a feature film.
23 DECEMBER 2015 One Step Forward in Iraq is Two Steps Back in Afghanistan While an assault by Iraqi Army and tribal forces is making headway in Ramadi, Afghanistan security has deteriorated seriously due to a resurgent Taliban. “It really is a ...
Auckland Airport has announced the appointment of Phil Neutze as the company’s chief financial officer.
Dec. 24 (BusinessDesk) - The New Zealand dollar weakened overnight as traders who had benefited from its recent strength took profits in the absence of any data likely to push it higher heading into the Christmas holiday period.
Wanaka, New Zealand (23 December 2015) –Remember summer as a kid? Running free was the rule, days were endless, ice creams were huge, tents became kingdoms and everyone in the camp ground was like family. In the Lake Wanaka region, we still ...
S&P reaffirms Mighty River Power’s BBB+ corporate credit rating Ratings agency Standard & Poor’s has confirmed Mighty River Power’s corporate credit rating as BBB+/Stable in a report published today. Mighty River Power CFO, William Meek, ...
Imagine living inside a fantastical world continuously mutating and breeding. We place high expectations and faith into our young people from an early age. Spring Awakening , a play by Frank Wedekind interrogates the experience of growing up and ...
With Santa expected to deliver hundreds of drones to local homes this Christmas, Palmerston North City Council is urging recipients to learn how to operate them safely before you take them out for a spin.
[Photo: Maggie Barry at official launch of WWI Memorial Forest at Cathedral Cove, 5 June 2015]
City Impact Church School celebrated the end of its 11th year this month with a huge prize giving ceremony that saw students awarded for their academic success as well as their effort and commitment.
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DataTorque has launched its new brand identity. The new brand aims to refine the company’s direction and image in light of its expanding international profile. The company’s brand is based upon an ethos of collective success.
Dec. 24 (BusinessDesk) - Wall Street gained as a recovery in raw materials including copper, zinc, aluminum and oil bolstered mining and energy stocks.
I’ve now read the 271 page ruling of Judge Dawson in Dotcom et al extradition hearing. Any doubt on there being a case for extradition crumbles when reading the ruling. In fact, the evidence in there is so strong, that I think the chance of a successful prosecution in the US is now very high. […]
With many people about to start hitting the roads for summer holidays – some of you probably already have – it’s perhaps a good time for a reminder to be safe out on the roads. It’s a time of year where people often travel longer distances than usual and on roads that they may not be [...]
by Ian Apperley Recently released documents show that the Wellington City Council’s $130m Shared ICT Infrastructure Services (SIIP) project is looking rather like it doesn’t stack up financially, and has generated some heat between various council CEOs. In my opinion the project demands an urgent, independent investigation into its management and the costs associated with […]
An application by neighbours for interim orders has been granted by the High Court in Auckland this afternoon.
Russian air strikes in Syria have killed hundreds of civilians and caused massive destruction in residential areas, striking homes, a mosque and a busy market, as well as medical facilities, in a pattern of attacks that show evidence of violations ...
The ‘SOLD’ signs are up all over Queenstown’s Millbrook Resort as the multi-award-winning resort notches up nearly $170m of property sales and development in the past ten years.
Recognising the common interests that exist between the New Zealand Defence Force and the Palmerston North City and Manawatu District Councils, the mayors have agreed a Statement of Intent with the Defence Force that records the intention to work together ...
The spirit of Christmas has been expressed and celebrated by the Greater Wellington community again this year through the joy of giving.
23 December 2015 | NZ Transport Agency - Waikato & Bay of Plenty Changes to SH2 north of Tauranga on the way