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Scientists at the University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau have carried out the country’s first large scale trial of using wastewater to monitor alcohol consumption. The trial was successful and the technique of testing wastewater, already used for ...

Today, the lifespan of computers, both desktops and laptops, is getting shorter due to rapid technological advancements. This trend is tough on our wallets and has a negative impact on the environment through the increase of electronic waste (e-waste). ...

Owning a dog is a rewarding experience, but it comes with its own set of responsibilities and financial commitments. From food and grooming to veterinary care and unexpected emergencies, how much a dog cost can quickly add up. However, pet adoption businesses ...

Today’s ORC Environmental Science and Policy Workshop - Land and Water Regional Plan will allow Councillors to take on board key stakeholders’ input, says ORC Chair Gretchen Robertson. The workshop’s purpose is for Councillors to consider ...

Report from RNZ Unstable land under the Wairarapa line could have “catastrophic” consequences for the tracks, according to documents released to RNZ under the Official Information Act. The modelling for the land under the line – 1.4 kilometres north of the Remutaka train tunnel – shows there is a medium to high risk of a […]

News from Wellington Water We are about to get underway with further repairs to the Moa Point wastewater treatment plant inlet pump station as part of a wider programme to refurbish the station. The repairs are the second phase of the programme that will increase the resilience of the pump station and improve environmental and […]

Robotics Plus’ Prospr, a multi-use autonomous vehicle for sustainable vineyard and orchard production, is now exclusively available from Croplands in Australia and New Zealand. ADELAIDE, SOUTH AUSTRALIA, and TAURANGA, NZ - Croplands , Nufarm’s ...

Photos by Mark Tantrum News from Wellington Water [via Facebook] If you’ve been driving on SH 59 or catching the train from Porirua railway station, you’ve probably seen some construction next to the carpark. It’s all part of our work to protect Te Awarua-o-Porirua harbour. We’re working on a project with the Porirua City Council […]

News from Wellington Water After a water pipe burst in Porirua at the intersection of Titahi Bay Road and Awarua Street at the round-about, we turned off the pipe to investigate where the burst is coming from. Our crews identified the location of the burst and will carry out the repair once mark-outs and set-up […]

Calling for disarmament now, he urged States with nuclear arsenals to lead the way across six areas for action that include dialogue and accountability.

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Rare Disorders NZ is very concerned that Pharmac will not extend access to life-saving medicines for children with rare disorders in line with child cancer patients under Rule 8.1b

With the release of the latest food security report from the IPC on war-ravaged Gaza since Dec, WFP chief economist Arif Husain explains the process of how – and when – a famine is classified

Sky News reports: The prominent Melbourne activist currently on bail for kidnapping and assault charges has been identified as 27-year-old pro-Palestine campaigner Laura Allam. Ms Allam is the CEO of Al Jannah Foundation, a non-profit that aims to “raise Lebanon back to its feet” and has drawn the outrage of Jewish groups in recent months […]

Genetec Unified Elite Partner, Nextro, takes top NZ award in Chiang Mai, Thailand at the Genetec Elevate 24 partner event for the Asia Pacific & Oceania regions. Auckland, New Zealand, 18 March 2024 – Nextro, the New Zealand security integrator ...

The Treaty envisions more verification tools. Tools to further boost transparency. To provide that certainty. To build trust. To dispel any suspicion or allegation about a state testing in secret.

Buddy has announced the debut of a marketplace for B2B metal recyclables that connects buyers directly with sellers. Designed by founders who have spent over three decades in the industry, Buddy is the first platform ‘for scrappies, by scrappies’ and ...

The New Zealand Dental Association (NZDA) is urging Government health and education ministries to agree and implement some simple measures to help improve the oral health of our nation’s adolescents this World Oral Health Day (observed 20 March). NZDA ...

Press Release – Universal Peace Federation New Zealand 71 competitors in representative teams from 15 nations participated, some coming from as far away as Uruguay, Kazakhstan and Estonia came to Auckland to compete during the 4 nights 5 day event.Hosted by The World Sports Fishing Federation-NZ chapter the two-day contest conducted with unique rules was […]

The Committee urges Sudan to immediately take all urgent and necessary measures to end these severe violations and fulfill its commitments under the Convention on the Rights of the Child.

This case is relevant not only to gig or platform workers, but to all working people. All workers who have been misclassified as contractors have the right to test their employment status in court.

News from Wellington Airport A new dedicated Uber pick-up zone is launching today at Wellington Airport, making the service easier and more convenient for travellers. The kerbside pickup will be directly in front of travellers as they leave the main exit on the ground floor, just one lane over from the taxi rank. This replaces […]

The introduction of the gambling block is the latest initiative in Westpac’s Extra Care programme of work. The gambling block empowers the customers to stay in control of their finances.

A global movement of over 2 million people is calling on governments to make history by voting for a moratorium on deep sea mining. Discussions on this will take place in July at the ISA Assembly.

The Ministers looked forward to further high-level visits between China & NZ this year; committed to talks on foreign affairs, trade, consular issues, the Pacific, climate change, & human rights.