Report from RNZ Wellington’s commuter trains are being cancelled at a high rate because so many staff are falling ill with seasonal illnesses. Eighty services were cancelled in the last two weeks, most on the Melling line out to Lower Hutt. Metlink said it was forewarning passengers as soon as it could, though it acknowledged […]
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There seems little doubt the GOP will win back the House. But the Senate is looking to be a thriller. The Democrats should have been facing wipeout here as they are defending so many seats in states Biden lost. But the GOP selected some pretty bad candidates. So the Dems in June were at just […]
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GENEVA (28 October 2022) - UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk on Friday commended an important advance towards accountability for gross human rights violations in Kenya, following the decision to charge senior police officers with ...
On the Global Day of Action for Care, 29 October 2022, workers demand investments and decent work in the care economy and the ITUC report, Putting the Care Economy in Place: Trade Unions in Action Around the World, explains why it matters. The ITUC ...
Spokesperson for the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights: Ravina Shamdasani Location: Geneva Date: 28 October 2022 Subject: (1) OPT; (2) Russia 1) OPT This week saw further violence in the occupied West Bank, raising concerns about the possible resumption ...
The principles were developed within the partnership of Tesco and WWF, covering Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia, since 2021. Global food production is fuelling the climate crisis and is currently one of the biggest threats to our planet WWF ...
At about 2.45pm this afternoon, the driver of a vehicle has hit a Police car head-on at the intersection of Tremaine and Rangatikei Streets in Palmerston North. The offender did not stop and continued driving, fleeing the scene at speed towards Ruahine Street. ...
New programmes being launched by the Open Polytechnic are using an innovative network approach to widen national access to initial teacher education. Following approval from the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand and NZQA, Open Polytechnic, a subsidiary ...
Waikato and Bay of Plenty Police are responding to a serious crash on SH29, near the top of the Kaimai Ranges. Initial indications suggest there are serious injuries. There will be significant disruptions to traffic while emergency services attend. ...
Two unique and visually striking steel masts lifted into place today (28 October) complete the centrepiece of Hamilton’s newest Waikato River bridge to Peacocke. The footbridge bridge incorporates two 25m tall masts, known as taurapa, which act ...
At 1100 today, in Taupo, The Minister of Health Andrew Little released Te Pae Tata/Interim Health Plan, mapping out the work programme for the health sector over the next two years. Hauora Taiwhenua is pleased to see the plan finally released, as the entire ...
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A major restructuring and big savings are needed for the first time since the Super City began 12 years ago and must happen fast, Mayor Wayne Brown said in his inaugural speech tonight. The Mayor told Councillors that Aucklanders face the most difficult ...
This year, 2022, is the year when it became clear to us all that we are in the midst of a powerful climate crisis that is only getting worse. Widespread floods in Pakistan displaced tens of millions from their homes and flooded about a third of the country. ...
Are you thinking about moving out of your rental property? Do you have to get your home super clean before you leave? Or do you just want a simple move-out cleaning checklist on hand? Then you’ve come to the right place! There are so many things ...
Bacteria are one of the quickest multiplying organisms in the world – doubling in number every 20 minutes! That’s because they are one of the many high-touch areas in your home – i.e. areas and things that are frequently used (including ...
Just days before the International Seabed Authority meets in Jamaica, seeking to continue the rush to mine the deep, New Zealand joins the growing wave of concern , declaring its support for a moratorium on the damaging industry. The Deep Sea Conservation ...
One person has died following the earlier serious two-car crash on SH29. The road is expected to remain closed for some time while the Serious Crash Unit examines the scene. The diversions available will likely add significant travel time to anyone ...
Tā Kim Workman, (Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairarapa, Rangitāne o Wairarapa) Chair of the Independent Panel investigating systemic bias within the Police has described its relationship with the Police as ‘co-leadership in action’. Today marks the ...
News from GWRC The Greater Wellington Regional Council elected its new chair and deputy chair today as the newly formed council met for the first time in its triennium following the local elections. Cr Daran Ponter was voted chair and Cr Adrienne Staples as his deputy. Both were elected unopposed which means both will serve […]
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is working with Central Hawke’s Bay District Council (CHBDC) to assess the effects of the damaged wastewater pipe likely causing the discharge of wastewater in to the Waipawa River. Regulation and Policy Group ...
Tamariki are missing out on getting the learning support they need to thrive, a new evaluation of school learning support roles shows. Only 2 in 5 schools can currently access Learning Support Coordinators and the evaluation should now unlock funding ...
Te Uru Kahika – Regional and Unitary Councils Aotearoa commend the draft Future of Local Government Review report released today for its focus on wellbeing and strengthened local democracy. Michael McCartney, Regional Chief Executive Officers Group Convenor ...
The 61-year-old man who was assaulted during an incident on Cashel Street on Tuesday, 18 October has sadly died. An 18-year-old man has previously appeared before the court regarding the matter, on a charge of wounding with intent to cause grievous ...