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The $65,000 Jann Medlicott Acorn Prize for Fiction in the 2025 Ockham New Zealand Book Awards will be contested by three former winners of the award – Laurence Fearnley, Kirsty Gunn and Damien Wilkins – and Commonwealth Writer’s Prize winner Tina Makereti.

By Hartill PR
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Greenpeace Aotearoa says Fonterra’s entire supply chain is tainted with illegal palm products after all of the major importers of palm kernel into New Zealand have been found to be illegally operating palm plantations in Indonesia.

By Greenpeace Aotearoa
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Second-hand cars might look shiny and clean on the outside, but have you considered what could be lingering inside? Methamphetamine contamination in vehicles is a serious issue that doesn’t just affect aesthetics—it impacts your health and safety too.

By Resultz Group
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Wellington — [Statement issued on behalf of Wellington City, Porirua City, Hutt City, Upper Hutt City and Greater Wellington Regional Councils.]   Today representatives of the shareholding councils of Wellington Water Limited (WWL), along with iwi leaders, met to discuss the implications of WWL efficiency and value for money reports for water reform.

By Porirua City Council
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Auckland City — The release today of a study on congestion in Auckland adds to the urgency around the introduction of time of use charging, says the Employers and Manufacturers Association (EMA).

By Employers and Manufacturers Association
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Auckland — National road freight association Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand says a report from EY and ARUP for Auckland Transport on the $2.6 billion cost of traffic congestion emphasises the need for time of use charging that takes freight considerations into account.

By Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand
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Hastings — A report released by the Ombudsman has found Hastings District Council failed to properly maintain its streams and damns prior to Cyclone Gabrielle despite concerns raised during 2016 and 2021 reviews.

By New Zealand Taxpayers' Union
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The Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier is concerned that people can be placed in secure aged care facilities in New Zealand without the proper legal authority.

By Office of the Ombudsman
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Porirua — Michael Jacques is far too busy to think about popping champagne to mark a significant birthday for one of the region’s most popular multisport events.

By Porirua City Council
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Dunedin — Dunedin City Council argues local water bills doubling ‘inevitable’ over the next 10-years as they seek consultation on a replacement for its Three Waters department.

By New Zealand Taxpayers' Union
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Auckland City — Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city, continues to see rapid growth in its population and urban development.

By Ocere
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New Zealand businesses and consumers continue to face significant economic challenges in 2025, with data from Centrix revealing a 38% year-on-year increase in company liquidations.

By Buy NZ Made
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Auckland City — Please attribute to Acting Detective Inspector Simon Harrison: A $100,000 reward is offered for information in relation to the death of Brett Fraser in October 2014.

By New Zealand Police
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Christchurch — Police have charged a 20-year-old driver for allegedly causing the deaths of two of his passengers in January.

By New Zealand Police
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March and April in Tauranga are set to be vibrant months, and Great Spice Otumoetai is here to keep you updated on the best events happening around the city.

By Media PA
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Hawke's Bay — Hawke's Bay, New Zealand — Crewmix Concrete Solutions is transforming the concrete industry in Hawke's Bay with its innovative, on-demand mixing services.

By CSI Systems Ltd
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Hamilton — Hamilton, New Zealand — KZN Plumbing, a reputable plumbing service provider, continues to set the standard for excellence in both residential and commercial plumbing across Hamilton and the greater Waikato region.

By CSI Systems Ltd
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Auckland City — All lanes have now reopened following an earlier crash on the North-Western Motorway near St Lukes.

By New Zealand Police
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When it comes to outdoor entertaining, creating a comfortable and stylish space is key to making your guests feel welcome.

By Ocere
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Air New Zealand is raising a glass to its new wine label, Thirteen Forty Five, now available exclusively to Air New Zealand and Airpoints Store customers.

By Air New Zealand
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Auckland — Plenty of hard work and a touch of Olympic inspiration has propelled one of New Zealand's most promising double-handed crews to success at the country's premier domestic sailing event.

By Yachting New Zealand
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Finance: The NZ dollar finished the week down on the previous and remains weak against the US dollar.

By Media PA
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