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John Carapiet: GE Free New Zealand spokesperson on the rule changes regarding genetically modified food
Newstalk ZB
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July 31, 2025
There’s a concern consumer choice is at risk with new rules changing the labelling requirements around gene editing. The change will see New Zealand mirror the genetic technology legislation in Australia. It'll mean food produced using new...
Cable Bay Vineyards joins the Negociants New Zealand portfolio
The Shout
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July 31, 2025
Negociants New Zealand has announced the addition of Cable Bay Vineyards to its national distribution portfolio, effective 1st August 2025. Founded in 1998, Cable Bay Vineyards has become a leading producer on Waiheke Island, with a reputation for...
Will’s Word: Red flags over the FBI setting up shop in New Zealand
Pacific Media Network
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I'm not that comfortable with the FBI setting up shop in Wellington. Truly, it raises red flags. Surely I'm not the only one alarmed here? They say it's about fighting cybercrime and organised crime, the direct words from FBI Director Kash Patel....
Auckland elections nominations have closed. Who will you vote for?
Our Auckland
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A total of 476 nominations for Auckland Elections 2025 were received as at midday Friday 1 August when nominations closed. That’s 11 more than the total received in 2022 at this stage in the process, meaning all 172 positions will be filled with...
New Zealand’s unluckiest pacer Hawkeye Pierce finally drawn to show his best at Alexandra Park
The New Zealand Herald
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July 31, 2025
“That means he has often had a really hard run when they consistently pace 2:40 for 2200m at The Park. “But I have never been disappointed in him.” Trainers complaining their horse never draws well is one of racing’s all-time greatest hits, but in...
Making ‘New Zealand’ country’s official name added to NZ First’s ever-changing list of bills
The New Zealand Herald
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August 1, 2025
“Inconsistency in recent years in the way public agencies and officials describe the country – including partial or informal use of other names has created uncertainty regarding the legal foundation for making those choices.” It’s the eighth...
Zimbabwe Takes Center Stage as New Zealand Faces Leadership Shake-Up in Test Series
The Zimbabwean
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July 31, 2025
The spotlight intensifies as BLACKCAPS Test captain Tom Latham is ruled out of the first Test due to a shoulder injury, paving the way for white-ball skipper Mitch Santner to step up as New Zealand’s 32nd men’s Test captain. With Zimbabwe aiming...
Tsunami advisory lifted for most of NZ, strong currents remain for 48 hours
The New Zealand Herald
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July 31, 2025
The magnitude 8.8 earthquake triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific. Emergency Management Minister Mark Mitchell said he had been on the phone to National Emergency Management (Nema) this morning, who confirmed a new announcement would be...
Patient-focused New Zealand Health Plan tabled
The National Tribune
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July 31, 2025
Health New Zealand’s New Zealand Health Plan was presented to Parliament this morning. Developed by Health New Zealand, the plan is a requirement under the Pae Ora (Healthy Futures) Act 2022. “The plan outlines how Health New Zealand will deliver...
NZ First Bill Legislates “New Zealand” As Official Name of Country in Law
The National Tribune
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July 31, 2025
NZ First Party New Zealand First has today introduced a Member’s Bill that seeks to state in law that “New Zealand” is the official geographic name of our country. “Over the past few years, we have had a bunch of unelected bureaucrats, officials,...
What you need to know about emergency medical care in New Zealand
RNZ
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July 31, 2025
Photo: RNZ / Marika Khabazi Frontline ambulance crews responded to more than 450,000 incidents nationwide in 2024, according to latest data compiled by Hato Hone St John. But do users need to pay for an ambulance if one is called to transport them...
Drake officially cancels postponed Anita Max Win tour in Australia and New Zealand after months of delay
The Globe and Mail
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July 31, 2025
Five months after Drake backed out of concerts in Australia and New Zealand, his fans are set to get their money back. Live Nation Australia has notified ticketholders that four postponed shows for the Toronto rapper’s Anita Max Win tour are now...
What would New Zealand recognising Palestinian statehood mean?
RNZ
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July 31, 2025
Dozens of countries worldwide have recognised Palestine statehood, although New Zealand has not yet made an official declaration. Photo: RNZ / Angus Dreaver Explainer - World leaders are moving toward accepting the idea of Palestinian statehood,...
Invita named by NutriLeads as the exclusive distributor in New Zealand and Australia for Benicaros
Nutritional Outlook
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Invita was named in a recent press release from NutriLeads to be the new exclusive distributor of Benicaros, a prebiotic used with food, beverage, and dietary supplement applications. The new agreement is specific to Australia and New Zealand....
Stuttering Zimbabwe limp to 31-2 after New Zealand take big lead in 1st Test
Gulf Today
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July 31, 2025
Devon Conway and Daryl Mitchell missed out on centuries but New Zealand was still in command after Day 2 of the first cricket test against Zimbabwe on Thursday. Conway made 88 and Mitchell was the last man out for 80 as the Black Caps were bowled...
Drake officially cancels postponed Australia, New Zealand shows after months of delay
Brandon Sun
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July 31, 2025
TORONTO – Five months after Drake backed out of concerts in Australia and New Zealand, his fans are set to get their money back. Live Nation Australia has notified ticketholders that four postponed shows for the Toronto rapper’s Anita Max Win tour...
Britain must follow New Zealand and ditch war on oil and gas, demand top Tories and Reform UK
The Sun
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July 31, 2025
BRITAIN must follow New Zealand’s lead and ditch the war on oil and gas, top Tories and Reform UK demanded last night. Kiwi ministers have this week torn up their 2018 drilling ban - imposed by ex-PM Jacinda Ardern - blaming it for soaring energy...
New Zealand lifts the ban on oil and Gas Exploration imposed by Ardern
World Energy News - Connecticut
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The New Zealand parliament passed legislation on Thursday to reopen New Zealand for offshore oil exploration. This lifted a ban placed by the former prime minister Jacinda Ardern. The law allows companies to apply for permits as early as...
Why Jason Momoa's Hawaiian epic was made in New Zealand
RNZ
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The series is an important example of what authors Dean Hamer and Kumu Hinaleimoana Wong-Kalu have called “Ea o Moʻolelo”, or story sovereignty, which emphasises Indigenous peoples’ right to control their own narrative by respecting the “the...
New Zealand revives energy, mineral sectors by lifting restrictions
MENAFN
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July 31, 2025
(MENAFN) New Zealand has taken a significant step toward revitalizing its energy and mineral sectors by lifting restrictions on petroleum exploration and updating its mining regulations, according to announcements made Thursday by the country’s...