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The kind, caring tobacco companies

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Date published: 11:51 am, December 14th, 2022 - 15 comments

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New Advertising Code
I have sometimes criticised ASA decisions, mostly around political ads, which I think are usually the most important. But remember, these are a tiny fraction of the ASA’s workload. In general, as far as I can tell, they do a pretty good job. Over the years, they have been at pains to provide extensive guidance […]
Media Law Journal by Steven · Friday
As Chinese organised crime expands in Africa, so does China’s policing footprint
China is exporting its policing model, and organised crime gets it in the door. Beijing now has policing arrangements across most of Africa, and the same expansion is well underway in Southeast Asia and the ...
The Strategist by Oscar Warren · Friday
Winston Peters says ‘diversity is disunity’ – what does the evidence tell us?
From business and government to sport and entire populations, research tends to show gender, ethnic and linguistic diversity improves performance.
The Conversation by Paul Spoonley, Distinguished Professor, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa – Massey University · Friday
Does Australia have a problem with wrongful convictions? It’s time we got serious about finding out
There are, without doubt, wrongfully convicted prisoners in Australian jails. We need a reliable system for finding them and referring them for appeal.
The Conversation by Kerry Breen, Retired Physician & Adjunct Professor, Department of Forensic Medicine, Monash University · Friday
Bread, milk, power, and petrol keep climbing under Luxon’s Government
The cost of everyday essentials is still rising unsustainably, says the New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi. Kiwis’ wallets are being emptied by the weekly grocery shop, the monthly power bill, and at the petrol pump. New StatsNZ figures for September 2026 show food prices rose 2.4 percent compared to September 2025,… Read More »Bread, milk, power, and petrol keep climbing under Luxon’s Government The post Bread, milk, power, and petrol keep climbing under Luxon’s Government appeared first
NZCTU by Aaron · Friday
This story should dominate the election debate
Starship’s cancer treatment suspension is emblematic of decades of health system underfunding eroding public services to points of collapse; Hospital system now second-biggest voter concern, & rising
The Kaka · Friday
Child Cancer Treatment
Children and Parents suffer delays caused by staffing crisis.
Nick's Kōrero by Nick Rockel · Friday
Picks n’ Mixes & In the Papers for Friday Oct 16
Starship 3 months away from full staffing as cancer treatments suspended; Greens say will reverse National’s public service cuts; Luxon walks back promise to lift minimum wage as much as inflation
The Kaka by Bernard Hickey · Friday
Weekly Roundup 16-October-2026
Kia ora and welcome to our regular roundup of stories that caught our eye this week. This Week in Greater Auckland On Monday, Matt looked at options for solving post-event crowding at Kingsland Station. This story rumbled on for a few days, with the Mayor also weighing in (NZ Herald): “Before anyone starts calling for uncosted and expensive new infrastructure, we need to establish the facts and make sure existing plans and procedures are being followed properly,” Brown added.… The post Weekly Roundup 16-Oct
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Te Pāti Māori launches Mana Takatāpui Policy
Te Pāti Māori has today launched its Mana Takatāpui Policy, committing $200 million over three years and establishing an independent, Takatāpui governed Commission with real authority over Takatāpui specific funding. Te Pāti Māori Co Leader Rawiri Waititi says the policy is built on a simple principle: Nothing about Takatāpui without Takatāpui. “For too long, decisions have been made about Takatāpui without Takatāpui. Our policy changes who holds the power,” Waititi said.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 23 September 2026
We Want Cheaper Power And We Want Our People To Own It.
Te Pāti Māori has today announced its Energy Sovereignty policy, a plan to cut power costs, build Aotearoa’s energy future and shift ownership into the hands of whānau, hapū, iwi and communities. “Every party is talking about generating more electricity. We’re asking the question they keep avoiding: who will own it?” said Te Pāti Co-Leader Rawiri Waititi “If we replace fossil fuels with renewables but leave ownership and profits concentrated in the same hands, we haven’t transformed the system. We’ve just c
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 16 September 2026
GOVERNMENT'S LAST ACT IS ANOTHER ATTACK ON TE TIRITI
In its final days, this Government is trying to strip Te Tiriti from our laws. Three Treaty-related Bills before Parliament would weaken Te Tiriti protections and reduce Crown accountability. Te Pāti Māori opposes every one of them. Instead, Te Pāti Māori are calling for Te Tiriti to be protected through enforceable Crown obligations that no Government can simply discard.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 15 September 2026
TE PĀTI MĀORI LAUNCHES TE TIRITI ENTRENCHMENT POLICY
Te Pāti Māori has today launched its Te Tiriti Entrenchment Policy, a major constitutional reform package that will make Crown obligations arising from Te Tiriti legally enforceable and resource the next stage of Māori-led constitutional transformation. “Te Tiriti is the constitutional foundation of Aotearoa. Its mana does not rise and fall depending on who forms the Government,” Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader Rawiri Waititi said. “Our policy is about certainty, accountability and making sure the Crown keeps its p
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 1 September 2026
MP for Hauraki-Waikato Hana-Rawhiti Calls on Govt to Honour its Commitments to Waikato and Waipaa Awa
Hauraki-Waikato MP Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke says the Government’s decision to delay key provisions of Plan Change 1, which sets rules to protect and restore the health of the Waikato and Waipaa awa, puts 3-yearly electoral interests ahead of its obligations to iwi and the environment. “This is bigger than a plan or a process. It is about whether the Crown will keep its word to Waikato-Tainui and honour the commitments it made – and written into legislation” says Maipi-Clarke. “The power of Te Ture Whaimana
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 24 August 2026
Luxon chose culture wars while basic services failed
Christopher Luxon has spent too much of his term legislating culture wars while the basic services New Zealanders rely on have been allowed to deteriorate, Te Pāti Māori co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer says. “The Prime Minister had a finite term to govern. He chose to spend an extraordinary amount of it undoing Māori rights and weakening Crown obligations while the services New Zealanders depend on were deteriorating,” Ngarewa-Packer said. “He found the time to mobilise 13 government agencies to trawl throu
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 18 August 2026
Luxon survives today, but he will not survive November 7
Today’s National Party caucus meeting may have saved Christopher Luxon’s job, but it has not solved National’s deeper problem. This government is consumed by its own survival while whānau are left to carry the cost. For days, New Zealanders have watched a governing party turn inward while families face rising costs, job losses and an economy going backwards. “Luxon may have kept the job, but National has lost the country’s confidence,” said Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader, Rawiri Waititi.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 12 August 2026
Oriini Kaipara MP extends aroha following fatal workplace incident in Ōtāhuhu
Oriini Kaipara, MP for Tāmaki Makaurau, extends her deepest condolences to the whānau, friends and work colleagues of the worker who tragically lost their life at the Auckland Meat Processors facility on Portage Road, Ōtāhuhu. "Our thoughts are first and foremost with the whānau who are now navigating an unimaginable loss. No one should leave for work and not return home to their loved ones." Following notification of the incident, Oriini's office has been actively seeking information to better understand t
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 7 August 2026
Te Pati Maori will make the Waitangi Tribunal recommendations binding
Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader Rawiri Waititi says New Zealand First's call to review the Waitangi Tribunal proves the coalition has learnt nothing from the Tribunal's latest report. "The Waitangi Tribunal has found that the Government's Treaty clause review is a major breach of Te Tiriti. Instead of fixing the breach, Shane Jones wants to investigate the institution that exposed it." Waititi says this is about far more than constitutional law.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 6 August 2026
Government’s patriarchal noise cannot hide cervical-screening failure
While this Government and its allies manufacture patriarchal noise and drag public debate into personal attacks, a serious health-system failure involving nearly one million cervical screening notifications demands urgent answers. Health New Zealand says there is “no indication of harm”, but the Government has produced no evidence that proves nobody missed screening, follow-up care or an earlier diagnosis.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 5 August 2026
Government rips up another promise of partnership with Māori
Te Pāti Māori Co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer says the Government’s reported decision to scrap existing Mana Whakahono ā Rohe agreements is not planning reform it’s another deliberate step in dismantling the Crown’s relationship with tangata whenua. “This Government isn’t just rewriting planning law. It is rewriting the place of Māori in Aotearoa.” “One law at a time, one institution at a time, one agreement at a time, they are removing the practical ways Te Tiriti is honoured.”
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 21 July 2026
MFAT Must Act Urgently to Free Everlee Wihongi After Another Delayed Hearing
Everlee Wihongi was set to appear in court today to be freed from ICE detention. Unfortunately, approximately 80 minutes before it was scheduled to begin, the Immigration Court decided to postpone the hearing until June 30, 2026. ICE has no reason to continue to detain Everlee after the conviction that formed the basis of the immigration case was successfully overturned. Everlee has now been detained for over two months, and this is just the latest in a long line of unnecessary delays. “Our aroha goes out t
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 18 June 2026
Te Pāti Māori Announces Lisa Marie Murch as Te Tai Tonga Candidate for 2026
Te Pāti Māori is proud to announce Lisa Marie Murch as its candidate for Te Tai Tonga in the 2026 General Election. Born and raised in Murihiku, Lisa brings lived experience, education, service, and a deep commitment to whānau Māori across Te Waipounamu. A young Māori mother at sixteen, Lisa knows firsthand the realities many whānau face. Her journey from cleaning and baking, to becoming a head baker, bilingual primary teacher, kaupapa Māori educator, and specialist across Murihiku and Ōtepoti schools, is g
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 15 June 2026
Government Hid Its Own Evidence on LNG
Te Pāti Māori is calling on the Government to release all remaining redacted advice on the proposed Taranaki LNG import terminal and halt the contract process until full public disclosure has occurred. This week RNZ revealed that officials redacted modelling commissioned by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment showing low need for LNG imports. In some scenarios, no need at all. That information was only made public after RNZ lodged a complaint with the Ombudsman. Parts of the document remain
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 11 June 2026
Seymour Admits He Never Checked Impact on Māori with Diabetes
David Seymour Associate Minister of Health confirmed in answers to Written Parliamentary Questions that he supported removing Māori and Pacific priority access to Type 2 diabetes medicines, without any equity analysis, without modelling of Māori complications, and holds no data on how many Māori currently rely on the pathway they're removing. Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer said the admissions were negligible. "They don't know who they're harming. They don't know how many Māori with diabetes r
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 10 June 2026
If The Government Really Wants To Lower Power Bills, This Is The Way
Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer says the government’s LNG announcement today exposes a fundamental failure of energy policy leadership. “Simeon Brown says he has an answer to our energy security problem. A billion-dollar contract to import liquefied natural gas. From the Middle East. With no plan to pay for it. That’s not energy security, that’s energy dependency,” says Ngarewa-Packer. “Initially the government planned a levy on power bills to fund this facility. Now they want the same gentail
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 9 June 2026
Govt will Erase Iwi Representation Across Aotearoa
Today the government announced that they will be removing the voting rights of iwi representatives from all councils across the country. They will be amending the Local Government (System Improvements) Bill after it has already gone through select committee, meaning that there will be no public submission process. “This is another gut punch, and our people are fed up” said Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader, Rawiri Waititi. “Every time we think this government couldn’t possibly harm te iwi Māori any more, they always
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 2 June 2026
TPM to Entrench Te Tiriti: Government’s Tiriti Purge is Constitutional Vandalism
Te Pāti Māori is condemning today’s announcement by Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith to strip or weaken Te Tiriti o Waitangi references across 19 pieces of legislation. “This is not policy reform. It is constitutional vandalism.” After failing to redefine Te Tiriti through the Treaty Principles Bill, the Government is now dismantling it clause by clause through legislative review instead. Different vehicle. Same destination.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 15 May 2026
Te Pāti Māori responds to announcement of new political party
Te Pāti Māori acknowledges Mariameno Kapa-Kingi’s announcement that she intends to contest the 2026 General Election under the newly announced Te Tai Tokerau Party. We wish Mariameno well. Te ao Māori has always carried many voices, many rohe, many whakapapa, and many expressions of mana motuhake. We respect the right of whānau, hapū, iwi, rohe and candidates to determine their own political pathway.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 11 May 2026
MP Govt Floats Nuclear Jones Must Front Up
Te Pāti Māori is demanding answers after Shane Jones casually floated nuclear fission in the House today. Co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer said, “Aotearoa is not neutral on nuclear. We are proudly anti-nuclear. That position was fought for, defended, and embedded in who we are as a nation.” “Is this Government marching us away from our nuclear-free legacy? Because Aotearoa deserves to know,” said Debbie Ngarewa-Packer.
Te Pāti Māori by Te Pāti Māori · 29 April 2026

KiwiRail to fund additional ferries works in Picton
KiwiRail will directly fund up to $37.5 million for Picton rail yard upgrades and adding auto-mooring technology to the new wharf as part of the New Ferries project, Rail Minister Winston Peters announced today. “Selecting KiwiRail as the long-term operator of the Interislander has given the company confidence to invest its own funds in commercial assets, meaning the taxpayer is not paying a cent more than our $1.7 billion allocation but still achieves the benefit as the ultimate owner of KiwiRail,” Mr Pete
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · Friday
Resilience work underway for key South Island route
Work to bolster the resilience of a key South Island route vital to New Zealand tourism will soon begin, South Island and Associate Transport Minister James Meager says. “The Government allocated around $40 million in Budget 2026 to fund resilience upgrades to State Highway 94 (SH94) between Te Anau and Milford, as part of a wider $150 million-plus package to strengthen five of the mainland’s most vulnerable state highways,” Mr Meager says. “There will soon be spades in the ground at key sites on SH94 in Fi
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · Friday
King’s Counsel appointments 2026
Attorney-General Chris Bishop today announced the appointments of 12 King’s Counsel. The rank of King’s Counsel is primarily awarded to barristers sole who have met the overarching criteria of excellence in their careers. The 12 new King’s Counsel appointed, from over 100 applications, are Matanuku Mahuika, Karen Radich, Janette Campbell, Matthew Harris, Kirsten Gray, Tim Smith, Polly Pope, Kerry Cook, Sam Lowery, Rob Kirkness, Isaac Hikaka, and Annabel Maxwell-Scott. “The appointment of King’s Counsel reco
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · Friday
Levy reduction for cruise industry
Cruise ship passengers will pay significantly lower Border Processing Levy rates from 1 July 2027, Customs Minister Casey Costello said today. From 1 July 2027, cruise passengers will see a net reduction of NZ$19.91 per person through the combined arrival and departure levy rate changes. The Border Processing Levy for arriving cruise passengers will lower from NZ$27.14 to NZ$7.20, while the levy for outgoing passengers will increase by three cents per person. “The levy system is working as intended. Where f
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · Friday
New construction ACOP to bring health and safety clarity
Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden today launched a new Approved Code of Practice (ACOP) that outlines practical steps businesses and workers can take to meet their health and safety responsibilities on residential construction sites. “This ACOP will provide practical, sector-specific information to help clients, principal contractors, contractors, subcontractors and workers prepare for upcoming changes to health and safety law, and support better outcomes across New Zealand's residen
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · Friday
West Coast infrastructure upgrades on course
Investment from the Regional Infrastructure Fund is delivering progress on key projects on the West Coast, Associate Regional Development Minister Mark Patterson says. "Improvements to key shipping ports and the upgrade of Hokitika Airport are part of the government’s support for the West Coast’s economic growth and resilience,” Mr Patterson says. Mr Patterson joined local leaders and iwi today at the blessing of Greymouth Port's new port sounding vessel, which will be used to monitor and manage the port’s
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · Friday
Hunua Quarry development fast-tracked
A third substantial Auckland quarry project has gained Fast-track approval to expand operations, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop and Resources Minister Shane Jones say. This is the 37th project approved through the Fast-track process. Winstone Aggregates lodged its application in March 2026, with approval taking around four months from the appointment of an independent expert panel. The redevelopment of Hunua Quarry will expand existing quarrying activities to allow Winstone Aggregates to deepen the ex
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 15 October 2026
SH54 resilience improvements on the way
A crash-prone bridge in Manawatū currently down to one lane is set to be replaced with funding from the Regional Infrastructure Fund, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones and Transport Minister Chris Bishop say. The project to replace Haynes Bridge on State Highway 54 will receive funding of $6.5 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund. Mr Jones says the investment in the new bridge on a key Manawatū-Whanganui route will deliver benefits for communities and businesses throughout the region. "Safe
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 15 October 2026
New term, same story; attendance up again
Provisional school attendance data for Term 3 2026 shows despite a tough flu season in person attendance rates were the highest of any Term 3 since 2022, Associate Education Minister David Seymour says. In Term 3 2026, 52.2% of students met the criteria for regular attendance, representing a 1.7 percentage point increase from 50.5% in Term 3 2025. A student attends school ‘regularly’ when they are in class for more than 90 per cent of the term. “This data shows attendance rates continue to rise under this G
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 15 October 2026
International tourism nears full recovery
International visitor numbers are now within a whisker of pre-pandemic levels, with four months left to go in the year and the summer season yet to hit, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. Stats NZ data out today shows the total number of overseas visitor arrivals in August 2026 was 99 per cent of the 251,100 in August 2019. “In 2025 I set the ambitious goal to increase the number of international visitors to New Zealand to at least 2019 levels by 2026. “This monthly data shows we are well
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 14 October 2026
Open ocean opportunities for iwi aquaculture
The Government has set aside areas suitable for aquaculture to ensure Marlborough iwi have the opportunity to contribute to the region’s open ocean aquaculture boom, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says. “The two Aquaculture Settlement Areas (ASAs) ensure suitable space in the region remains available while the Crown and Te Tau Ihu iwi negotiate a settlement under the Māori Commercial Aquaculture Claims Settlement Act,” Mr Jones says. “With the launch earlier this year of New Zealand’s first open
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 14 October 2026
Diesel reserve extended to maintain fuel security
The Government has extended an agreement for a 550,000-barrel strategic diesel reserve until August 2027 to maintain New Zealand’s fuel resilience, Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones say. “Maintaining our national fuel security, particularly through a period of global uncertainty, remains a top priority for the Government. That’s why we’re pleased to announce this extension to our existing deal with Z Energy for the diesel reserve at Marsden Point,” Nicola Willis says.
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 14 October 2026
Survivor Support and Recognition Fund to open next year
The Government has approved a third and final round of the Survivor Support and Recognition Fund (SSRF). The fund supports community-led services and initiatives for survivors of abuse and neglect in care This $820,000 contestable fund will be available to non-government organisations and community groups that directly support survivors of abuse in care,” says Lead Coordination Minister Erica Stanford. Applications are expected to open in February 2027. The Department of Internal Affairs' Community Operatio
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 14 October 2026
Long overdue replacement for critical bridge
Another bridge on South Canterbury’s State Highway 82 will be replaced, through funding from the Regional Infrastructure Fund, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones and Transport Minister Chris Bishop say. The Deep Creek Bridge on SH82 will be replaced at a cost of $7.5 million. Elephant Hill Stream Bridge has already been replaced, and Waihao North Bridge is in the process of being replaced Deep Creek Bridge carries about 1850 vehicles each day and supports local journeys, agricultural activity and fre
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 14 October 2026
It's all adding up: More maths gains for Kiwi kids
New independent assessment results show primary and intermediate students made the equivalent of four months' additional progress in mathematics between 2024 and 2026, signalling a turnaround in achievement, Education Minister Erica Stanford says. The latest Progressive Achievement Test (PAT) data, released today by the New Zealand Council for Educational Research (NZCER), show statistically significant improvements in mathematics and reading comprehension and vocabulary. “Our number one priority in educati
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 14 October 2026
Auckland gets another Crisis Recovery Café
People in Auckland in need of mental health or addiction support will have another place to turn for faster access to support, with a new peer-led Crisis Recovery Café officially opening in Mt Eden, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says. “Emergency departments aren’t always the best environment for someone experiencing mental distress. They can be busy, brightly lit and feel far too clinical, when often what someone needs is a calm place to sit down and talk to someone who understands. “That’s why we are
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 13 October 2026
Damning report shows Teaching Council failed to protect children
A damning new independent review has revealed how repeated failures by the Teaching Council allowed a teacher with a known history of offending to remain in the profession before he went on to commit indecent acts against children, Minister of Education Erica Stanford says. The independent regulatory review undertaken by Katherine Anderson KC follows the equally damning 2025 Debbie Francis review, which exposed a deeply concerning culture within the Teaching Council. “First and foremost, my thoughts are wit
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 13 October 2026
New ward boosts capacity at Hawke’s Bay Hospital
Hawke’s Bay patients will benefit from faster access to surgical care with the opening of a new 28-bed ward at Hawke’s Bay Hospital, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “This new ward is a practical solution to meet growing demand, delivering the extra capacity Hawke’s Bay Hospital needs right now and making a real difference for both patients and staff,” Mr Brown says. “It gives surgical patients dedicated space before and after their procedures, along with space for surgical assessment and planning. That m
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 12 October 2026
First state school converts to a charter school
Associate Education Minister David Seymour has today announced that Pakaraka School in Northland has become the first state school to convert to a charter school. “Charter schools give educators more freedom to provide students with an education that suits their needs,” Mr Seymour says. “The Pakaraka community has chosen a new path for its school. They want to be able to build on what is already working for its students, and the charter school model enables them to do that. “In 2024 the school partnered wit
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 12 October 2026
Government ambitious for every child’s education
Thank you, Prime Minister. Over the past three years, we have been focused on one overriding objective: lifting educational achievement for every young New Zealander. And a huge part of that has been closing the equity gap, ensuring that your means do not determine your destiny by providing a world-leading education for every young person in our schools. Because we are ambitious for every child in this country. A world-leading education system starts with ensuring every child learns to read, write and do ma
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 12 October 2026
Additional domestic student places for veterinary science at Massey University
“An increase in the number of funded domestic places in Massey University’s Bachelor of Veterinary Science programme from 125 to 140 per year from 2027 onwards will help address demand for veterinarians in the future,” says Minister for Tertiary Education Penny Simmonds. Minister Simmonds made the announcement during her visit to the university’s Palmerston North campus on Friday, 9 October. “The veterinary workforce plays a key role in our biosecurity, animal welfare, food safety, and export industry. Incr
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 9 October 2026
District Court Judges Appointed
Attorney-General Hon Chris Bishop has announced the appointment of Leighvi Maynard of Gisborne and Nicola Graham of Napier as District Court Judges. Mr Maynard began his legal career at Simpson Grierson in Auckland, where he was a member of the firm’s Environment, Planning and Resource Management team. In 2006 he moved to Gisborne and entered general practice, working across civil, employment, Māori land, family and criminal law jurisdictions before joining the Office of the Crown Solicitor for Rotorua, Tau
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 9 October 2026
Simpler food safety, stronger focus on risk
The Government is proposing changes to make it easier for food businesses to meet their food safety obligations, with less paperwork and a sharper focus on the risks that matter, Food Safety Minister Andrew Hoggard says. Consultation opened today on an updated Simply Safe & Suitable food control plan template. This is New Zealand's main food control template: a pre-approved, plain-language checklist that tells businesses what steps to follow and what records to keep so their food stays safe. "Businesses hav
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 9 October 2026
Food and fibre exports hit record $65.2 billion
Food and fibre exports reached a record $65.2 billion in the year to 30 June 2026, up $4.8 billion on the year before, Agriculture and Forestry Minister Todd McClay says. "Kiwi farmers and growers keep delivering for the New Zealand economy," Mr McClay says. "This year was already on track to be a record. Their hard work has delivered a result that beats expectations." Exports are up 8 per cent on the previous year and ahead of the Ministry for Primary Industries' June forecast of $64.3 billion. "It's a gre
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 9 October 2026
Investigation into Apollo Stadium site planning rules
An investigation has been launched into whether Christchurch planning rules are getting in the way of new housing, economic growth and the future redevelopment of the former Apollo Projects Stadium site, RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop says. The investigation follows a request from Christchurch City Council Mayor Phil Mauger to consider changes to the Christchurch District Plan for the 4.93-hectare site at 95 Jack Hinton Drive in Addington. “The temporary Apollo Stadium has served Christchurch well. Now th
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 9 October 2026
Four more school redevelopments get the green light
The Government is investing a further $37 million to redevelop four schools, taking investment in school redevelopment projects approved this year to more than $200 million, Education Minister Erica Stanford says. “When we came into Government, school property was a mess. Around 350 projects could not be delivered within the funding available, schools had been waiting years for certainty, and classrooms were costing around $1.2 million each. “We said we would fix it, and that is exactly what we have been do
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 8 October 2026
Next steps in fight against organised crime
The new Transnational, Serious and Organised Crime (TSOC) Chief Executive Board has met for the first time today, Associate Police Minister Casey Costello has announced. “We need better organised government to fight organised crime, and the Board will help deliver that,” Ms Costello says. “The Government has made a series of decisions to improve our response to TSOC, including appointing a Ministerial Advisory Group (MAG), and putting in place a new TSOC strategy and Action Plan. A key recommendation of the
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 8 October 2026
More Kiwis choosing teaching
More New Zealanders are choosing to become teachers, with initial teacher education enrolments up 40 per cent since 2023. Education Minister Erica Stanford says the increase shows more Kiwis want to be part of New Zealand’s teaching workforce. “We’ve had a real focus on getting more New Zealanders into teaching so we can grow our own workforce and reduce our reliance on recruiting teachers from overseas. “Overseas-trained teachers make an important contribution to our schools, and we will continue to need t
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 8 October 2026
RMA national direction reforms complete
The Government has completed the biggest overhaul of national direction in the history of the Resource Management Act – with the final changes making it faster, easier and more affordable to build and upgrade New Zealand’s electricity and telecommunications networks, RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop says. “Over the past two years the Government has developed or amended 16 national direction instruments to remove unnecessary barriers to housing, infrastructure, energy and the primary sector,” Mr Bishop says.
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 8 October 2026
Government cracks down on rockpool vandals
Major fishing rule changes will come into force this summer to stop people from stripping rockpools of marine life on the Auckland and Coromandel coastlines, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones and Under-Secretary Jenny Marcroft say. “Fossicking in a rockpool is a Kiwi tradition. It’s a pastime that’s been enjoyed by generations of New Zealanders. However, it’s being exploited by a selfish few who are taking far too much kaimoana. This behaviour is endangering these fragile ecosystems and putting at r
Beehive by beehive.govt.nz · 8 October 2026

Powerbrokers’ Debate: Hustlers of the world, unite
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The problem with Shane Gillis’s joke isn’t just sexism, it’s sex work stigma
The problem isn’t just that women at the gym were called ‘whores’ recently by a comic, it’s also that ‘whore’ still works as an insult.
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Daily crossword, Thursday 22 October
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Mini crossword, Thursday 22 October
A mini crossword you can solve in a few minutes. The post Mini crossword, Thursday 22 October appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Newsroom Puzzles · 5:00 am
The $12.1 billion energy blind spot
Comment: Every party has a plan for the supermarket aisle but none has shown a plan for the imported fuel that raises prices The post The $12.1 billion energy blind spot appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Kirsten Corson · 5:00 am
Newsroom daily quiz, Thursday 22 October
New Zealand rider Courtney Duncan is a multiple world champion in which motorcycling discipline? The post Newsroom daily quiz, Thursday 22 October appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Newsroom Puzzles · 5:00 am
Newsroom journalists took Starship case to CCRC – now it’s heading to Court of Appeal
In a rare move, the organisation tasked with investigating potential miscarriages of justice has referred the case at the centre of a long-running Newsroom investigation to the Court of Appeal The post Newsroom journalists took Starship case to CCRC – now it’s heading to Court of Appeal appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Bonnie Sumner · 5:00 am
Opportunity can’t afford to appear too big for its boots
Comment: Opportunity Party’s main objective at the election must be to win seats in Parliament The post Opportunity can’t afford to appear too big for its boots appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Peter Dunne · 5:00 am
Election risks loom large for retirement village and property stocks
Summerset shares are down 41 percent year-on-year as investors weigh the threat of stringent new repayment terms The post Election risks loom large for retirement village and property stocks appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Alice Peacock · 5:00 am
‘Desperate’ election is going down to the wire
From The Detail: As we enter the final fortnight of the election campaign, NZ political parties are still struggling to get out of first gear The post ‘Desperate’ election is going down to the wire appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Amanda Gillies · 5:00 am
NZ well placed to weather final Trump years, US expert says
The next govt should make progress with US where possible but be realistic about what they can’t change The post NZ well placed to weather final Trump years, US expert says appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Sam Sachdeva · 5:00 am
Te Pāti Māori, Labour face off over gang pad visit as Tāmaki Makaurau race tightens
Oriini Kaipara accuses critics of racism over Mongrel Mob visit, as new poll puts the incumbent just two points ahead of Labour challenger The post Te Pāti Māori, Labour face off over gang pad visit as Tāmaki Makaurau race tightens appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Michael Neilson · 5:00 am
Rents stabilise in NZ as the cost gap between buying and renting narrows
Comment: Rents are showing early signs of recovery, while buying a home remains more expensive than renting The post Rents stabilise in NZ as the cost gap between buying and renting narrows appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Mike Jones · 5:00 am
France’s ‘casseurs’: why the term fails to do justice to the extent of looting and spiralling unrest
The term the French media are using to describe the people behind the chaos on the fringes of legitimate protests seems to be raising more questions than answers.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 4:20 am
How 39 young people experience climate education in a rapidly changing world
Youth described wanting a politicized form of climate education rooted in emotion and relationality. They also want conversations in their immediate communities.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 4:20 am
How Argentina’s Javier Milei hopes to exploit a dispute over Falklands oil in next year’s election
It may not win sovereignty but the law of the sea may enable the Argentina government to score a small win over the UK.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 4:20 am
More young people are being recruited as ‘money mules’ by organised crime groups, new analysis reveals
Analysis of police data highlights the scale of youth involvement and concerns over recruitment of students as money mules.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 4:20 am
Celebrity Traitors: neuroscientist on whether you can really make someone yawn by faking it
James Acaster, Maya Jama and King Kenny must make another contestant yawn. Is that possible?
Evening Report by The Conversation · 4:00 am
The new battleground: the UK’s disinformation centre faces threats on multiple fronts
Russia has been described as ‘aggressor number one’.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 4:00 am
COVID inquiry: four ways to improve support for people with intellectual disabilities
Researchers who advised the Covid inquiry explain why protecting people with intellectual disabilities requires planning beyond care homes.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 3:20 am
Hot and cold climate extremes push UK’s energy system to its limits, new report reveals
The Royal Meteorological Society’s annual report highlights how weather and climate affect the UK’s energy sector. Both winter and summer extremes pose challenges.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 3:20 am
Why the political ambition gap between men and women persists even at the local level
Women are less ambitious for local office than men, mirroring an ambition gap that exists at the state and federal level, too. A group of scholars documented this gap and investigated why it exists.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 3:00 am
Japan’s expensive funerals and declining birth rates are transforming ancestral traditions
With fewer people to care for their ancestors’ graves, many in Japan are looking for innovative solutions.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 3:00 am
What the failed attack on an Illinois temple reveals about anti-Hindu hate in the United States
Hostility toward Hindu worship practices draws on a long history of prejudice portraying the faith’s followers as idolaters, argues a scholar of Hindu studies.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 3:00 am
Horror’s monsters find new meaning with queer and trans audiences – how ‘Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma’ dissects identity
Horror as a genre has traditionally been rife with transphobia and homophobia. But LGBTQ+ fans love it anyway.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 3:00 am
El Niño is threatening California’s fragile coast again – the 1982-83 El Niño opened eyes to the serious erosion risks
The destructive 1982-83 El Niño, then the strongest on record, eroded cliffs, leaving homes hanging precariously over the edges. A coastal scientist explains the escalating risks.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 3:00 am
Offering cash for votes is quite common – but here’s why it doesn’t work
Money or other material benefits are often not enough to override a voter’s preferences and partisanship.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 3:00 am
How can African schools support children’s mental health? Research shows what works and what doesn’t
Mental health should be treated as part of education quality, learner safety and inclusion.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 3:00 am
Human rights could improve – or worsen – based on how nations use the UN treaty against cybercrime
If the treaty enters into force, responsible nations will have to carefully monitor how other countries use it.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 2:40 am
An AI model’s false tip to Philadelphia police reveals how digital agents can do as they’re told and still cause trouble
An expert on AI governance explains why these rare mistakes may soon be common, and with much higher stakes.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 2:40 am
Why the most dangerous AI may be the one we trust too much
AI doesn’t need to become superintelligent to threaten global security. It just needs to get something wrong and have humans act on it.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 2:20 am
The UK autumn budget: why the chancellor’s options are limited
Big decisions may have to wait.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 2:20 am
An inquiry into alleged COVID-19 vaccine injuries fails to weigh the ethics and risks of Canada’s response
Assessing the legitimacy of Canada’s COVID-19 vaccination efforts should include the values at stake, reasonable trade-offs, and what governments can ethically justify in the name of public health.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 1:40 am
Canada and the U.S. are giving children money to build savings. But the rules on keeping it are very different
Automatic accounts can help close savings gaps, but Canada risks taking back education funds from the low-income young adults who may need them most.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 1:40 am
Has your fitness hit a plateau? An expert explains how to track progress and when to change your training plan
Completely changing your workout programme may actually be the wrong move.
Evening Report by The Conversation · 1:00 am
Why Meta’s new virtual reality glasses could finally take this technology primetime
Is Meta’s long game on virtual reality about to pay off?
Evening Report by The Conversation · 1:00 am
NZ’s foreign policy obligation to confront Israel’s Gaza genocide
COMMENTARY: By John Hobbs New Zealand is failing its responsibilities towards the Palestinian people; a people who are dying from the actions of Israel. Its responsibilities to hold Israel to account are laid out in the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide, 1948. States are obliged to prevent and punish
Evening Report by Asia Pacific Report · 12:35 am
Hot days linked to fewer births, two new studies find
Fewer babies are born nine to ten months after hot spells in France and Italy, and some missing births may never be made up, two new studies find.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Jackdaw approval: what a new North Sea gasfield means for UK energy security, bills and tax
Jackdaw gasfield could contribute to security of supply but not protect the UK from high prices.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Wild fish are a precious resource – here’s how aquaculture can bolster food security
Some farmed fish rely on wild fish for feed but aquaculture should not compromise food security of vulnerable communities.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
What faces in paintings can tell us about how we perceive emotion
Complex emotions can be perceived in painted faces.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Parthenon marbles loan to Greece is not a simple solution – who gets control over objects?
Who should have control over not only how artefacts move but are understood?
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Peters, Wong trade blows over experience as minor parties jockey for position
Comment: Winston Peters showed greater energy in latest debate, while Qiulae Wong fended off attacks from both left and right The post Peters, Wong trade blows over experience as minor parties jockey for position appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Sam Sachdeva · Yesterday
Governor-general appeals to Australians to ‘exercise our muscle of decency’; Haines’ husband reveals MP has lost second leg
The governor-general’s calls for us to “choose to be better” in the wake of the horrific attack on Haines.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
View from The Hill: Mathias Cormann offers blunt advice on countering populism and reforming the economy
In a weekend speech, Cormann delivered a sharp message about surging populism – one both sides of politics would do well to take to heart.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
What is idiopathic transverse myelitis, the neurological condition Helen Haines’ alleged attacker has?
Transverse myelitis is a neurological condition caused by inflammation of the spinal cord. Here’s how it affects those with the condition.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
ER Report: A Roundup of Significant Articles on EveningReport.nz for October 21, 2026
ER Report: Here is a summary of significant articles published on EveningReport.nz on October 21, 2026.
Evening Report by Evening Report · Yesterday
‘Please explain’, Palestine Forum tells NZ over Israeli-Pacific Islands Forum ‘partnership’
Asia Pacific Report A leading Palestine advocacy group in New Zealand has given the government a “please explain” message after news reports that the Pacific islands Forum (PIF), the region’s main political body, have admitted Israel as a sectoral partner. According to 1News, the decision was made under a new two-tier partnership model, with Israel
Evening Report by Asia Pacific Report · Yesterday
Australia has let abuse of its representatives become ‘part of the job’ – and women bear the brunt
The alleged attack on Helen Haines has renewed focus on MPs’ safety. More needs to be done to stop abuse and violence against public officials.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
‘Serious questions to answer’ – Labour slams Luxon over Israel’s Pacific Islands Forum move
By Kaya Selby of RNZ Pacific New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has “serious questions to answer” over Israel becoming a partner of the region’s main political decision-making institution, Labour’s foreign affairs spokesperson says. Israel has joined the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) as a development partner, the Israeli Foreign Ministry announced in a statement on
Evening Report by Asia Pacific Report · Yesterday
Keith Rankin Analysis – Has the Opportunity Party missed some opportunities to talk tax?
Keith Rankin writes; Imagine a world in which all countries have an income tax scale which offers at least a Basic Universal Income. Then, all workers – all economic citizens – in the world should have access to some level of BUI; but in practice people who are citizens of one country but denizens of another would miss out. My view is that the BUI should be paid by their country of tax-residency rather than their country of formal citizenship.
Evening Report by Keith Rankin · Yesterday
Keith Rankin Analysis – Interview Question the Commentators Ignored: NZ and the EU
Keith Rankin writes; The general talk among the realist academic community is that the world is safer now, because the Euro-American 'unipolar moment' has been defeated – note past tense – and that the important political and academic discussions are about the present – not future – construction of a constructive multipolar world, and whether Europe can or will play any serious part in this future world order.
Evening Report by Keith Rankin · Yesterday
Keith Rankin Analysis – New Zealand International Migration by Age
Keith Rankin writes: These age-specific data do not show the pattern of specifically trans-Tasman migration. Though we do know that this is the biggest component of emigration; indeed an even bigger component these days, given the heightened geopolitical risks of living further afield.
Evening Report by Keith Rankin · Yesterday
Israel joins Pacific Islands Forum as development partner
By Kaya Selby of RNZ Pacific Israel has joined the Pacific Islands Forum, the region’s principal political organisation, as a partner. The country, which has a “deep-rooted affection from Pacific communities“, confirmed the decision in a press release yesterday. Israel has stepped up its diplomatic focus on the Pacific over the last few years, winning
Evening Report by Asia Pacific Report · Yesterday
How rage and frustration against authority figures tips over into conspiracy and violence – and what we can do about it
Feeling angry, frustrated and ignored, many have turned to online echo chambers to vent their rage. And that can tip over into conspiracy theories and violence.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
New schools planned as others shut down classes in housing rollercoaster
Principal Rachel Ward-McCarten says it’s ‘soul-destroying’ to break the bad news of layoffs to teachers and families who had been promised a shiny new school and a flourishing community The post New schools planned as others shut down classes in housing rollercoaster appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Jonathan Milne · Yesterday
Israelis mislead Australia’s Royal Commission into Antisemitism
Wendy Bacon investigates the Israel lobbyists, PR people and astroturfers behind the Combat Antisemitism Movement targeting local councils and the Bondi Royal Commission. Michael West Media. INVESTIGATION: By Wendy Bacon Australia’s Commonwealth and NSW governments are supporting a national local government conference organised by the Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM), whose Israel-based CEO was head of
Evening Report by Asia Pacific Report · Yesterday
NZ election poll watch: right majority possible even if Opportunity enters parliament
The latest 1News Verian poll suggests the right may not need Opportunity to form a government.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Horror films exploit how human vision works to deliver movies’ best scares
Scary movies create tension in that space between perception and recognition, as your brain tries to determine what, exactly, you’re seeing.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
One in six older people experience abuse in NZ, with psychological harm most common
New research shows abuse of older people takes many forms, from threats to harmful actions and neglect, and it often involves family members.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Started a GLP-1 drug like Ozempic or Mounjaro? Here’s what you need to know about nutrition
GLP-1s are very effective at managing diabetes, obesity and weight-related conditions. But they can come with side effects, including nutritional deficiencies.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Using AI to plan your next holiday? Sometimes, too much information is just too much
New research shows travellers are willing to hand over control to AI if it provides accurate and consistent recommendations.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Why the humble rabbit might be Australia’s worst introduced species
In 1920, an estimated ten billion rabbits roamed Australia. Biological controls have reduced their numbers – but rabbits remain a big problem
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Not enjoying being a parent? You’re not alone. Here’s how to handle this complicated feeling
Enjoying parenting and loving your child are two very different things.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Adaptation policies must be built around the local communities facing climate change
Adapting to a changing climate will require greater co-operation and co-ordination across various orders of government.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Albertans soundly vote to stay in Canada. Many are asking why they had to vote in the first place
Following their resouding referendum loss, Alberta separatists must now choose between fighting within the UCP or through new parties.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
4 questions about schoolwork feedback to guide young students’ learning
It’s important to be aware of the need to discuss disappointing results honestly and constructively without making it personal or turning it into a label.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
How a US political venture capital firm is trying to influence Brazil’s election
Co-founded by U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance, Rockbridge offers candidate Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former and now jailed President Jair Bolsonaro, strategic advantages in the tight race against incumbent President Lula
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Granddaughters of NZ netball pioneers united a century later
A century after their grandmothers helped shape NZ netball, two women forge a special friendship and celebrate their Hall of Fame honour The post Granddaughters of NZ netball pioneers united a century later appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Suzanne McFadden · Yesterday
Leaders’ debate shock: neither Luxon nor Hipkins entirely terrible
The last leaders' debate was the best and revived the idea that the major parties can maybe run things okay The post Leaders’ debate shock: neither Luxon nor Hipkins entirely terrible appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Steve Braunias · Yesterday
What unrest on French streets could mean for next year’s presidential election
The recent turmoil in French cities will probably favour Marine Le Pen and the far-right.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Will Reform UK’s racism scandal cost votes? Here’s what previous polling tells us
Reform UK might not be hit hard in polling.
Evening Report by The Conversation · Yesterday
Overkill or killer blow? Newsroom’s takeaways from the last leaders’ debate
The good, bad and ugly from the last major party leaders’ debate of the 2026 election campaign, according to Newsroom’s team of Marc Daalder, Sam Sachdeva, Cass Mason and Jonathan Milne The post Overkill or killer blow? Newsroom’s takeaways from the last leaders’ debate appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Newsroom Staff · Yesterday
Fact-checking Hipkins and Luxon in the final leaders’ debate of the 2026 election
Newsroom's independent fact-check of the final leaders' debate has identified the misleading and false statements made by Luxon and Hipkins The post Fact-checking Hipkins and Luxon in the final leaders’ debate of the 2026 election appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Marc Daalder, Andrew Bevin, and Fox Meyer · Yesterday
Three strikes for prison, but one strike can throw you back on the streets
Comment: We’re not going to break cycles of addiction-fuelled crime using contracting out models The post Three strikes for prison, but one strike can throw you back on the streets appeared first on Newsroom.
Newsroom by Lianne Dalziel · Yesterday

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