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Agreement Unlocks The Next Phase Of The Waitohi Ferry Redevelopment Project
Monday, 13 April 2026, 5:40 pm | Port Marlborough
The Waitohi Ferry Redevelopment Project is a nationally significant investment that
will enable more reliable and resilient ferry services and strengthen connections
between the North and South Islands.More >>
High Court Dismisses Tony Gibson Appeal
Monday, 13 April 2026, 5:32 pm | Maritime New Zealand
Maritime NZ will continue to work with WorkSafe NZ and other bodies like the Business
Leaders Health and Safety Forum to provide guidance for chief executives, including
taking into account any amendments to the health and safety legislation.More >>
EDS Says Fast-Track Gold Mine Poses Unacceptable Environmental Risks
Monday, 13 April 2026, 5:30 pm | Environmental Defence Society
“While the fast-track regime is designed to facilitate development, it does not
justify approving projects with high environmental risk and insufficient information,”
said EDS CEO Gary Taylor.More >>
Nick Scott Joins Lowndes Jordan As Special Counsel, Globally Recognised For M&A Legal Expertise
Monday, 13 April 2026, 3:16 pm | Lowndes Jordan
Formerly a partner in the corporate and commercial team of Dentons Kensington Swan,
Nick brings more than 35 years’ experience in corporate and commercial law.
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PTAANZ And Austroads Launch Joint Task Force To Drive Stronger Public And Active Transport Outcomes
Monday, 13 April 2026, 3:06 pm | PTAANZ
Backed by a two-year investment program with a view to ongoing collaboration, the
Task Force represents a landmark step in bringing the road and public transport sectors
together to make better use of existing networks for communities.More >>
New Zealand Forest Owners Association Backs India Trade Deal
Monday, 13 April 2026, 2:27 pm | NZ Forest Owners Association
Better access to India would support jobs, investment, and growth across our forestry
supply chain, from forests to ports to processing and manufacturing.
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Guardians Of Aotearoa’s Spaces – Meet The 2026 FMANZ Awards Finalists
Monday, 13 April 2026, 1:56 pm | FMANZ
Awards committee chair Vanessa Powell says this year’s nominations highlight the
growing depth and diversity of talent across the profession, with several categories
seeing a notable increase in submissions.More >>
Southland Engineer & Wise Response Chair Calls On Local Councils To Plan For Fuel Disruption As Islamabad Talks Collapse
Monday, 13 April 2026, 1:14 pm | The Wise Response Society
The government’s four-phase fuel plan exists as a framework but still lacks the quantified allocation detail needed to implement it under pressure.More >>
Mon 13 April Update: Fuel Stock And Fuel Shipping Data Is Available On The MBIE Website
Monday, 13 April 2026, 1:07 pm | MBIE
There is currently no indication of fuel supply disruption, and fuel continues to
flow normally into New Zealand.
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FMA Agrees To Settle IPO Proceeding With CBL Director Peter Harris
Monday, 13 April 2026, 1:04 pm | Financial Markets Authority
The IPO Proceeding continues against CBL, which is in liquidation, and the executor
of the estate of former director Alistair Hutchison.
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A Fragile Ceasefire, A Volatile Market, And A Balanced Governor.
Without Peace We Cannot Heal
Monday, 13 April 2026, 12:05 pm | Kiwi Economics
We’re not out of the woods yet, and the next two weeks of ceasefire won’t bring
swift relief.
A much longer peace deal will need to hold for the Kiwi economy to
stop feeling the pinch of fuel price increases and the threat of a diesel shortage.More >>
Transpower Consults On Removal Of Ageing Cook Strait Electricity Cables At End-of-Life
Monday, 13 April 2026, 11:50 am | Transpower
Feedback from this consultation will inform Transpower’s decision on how to manage
the existing cables, once the new cables are installed.
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New Zealand Political Parties Urged To Support New Zealand–India Free Trade Agreement
Monday, 13 April 2026, 11:07 am | WPMA
Trade remains a cornerstone of New Zealand’s economic strength, underpinning jobs,
lifting household incomes, and funding essential public services including hospitals,
schools, and infrastructure.More >>
Supply Chain Crunch Raising Price Of Agricultural Goods, Rural Retailers Says
Monday, 13 April 2026, 10:29 am | RNZ
“We know even if there was resolution on Monday, the impact on the supply chain is
going to last for quite some time,” Farmlands says.
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Dairy Farmer From Aka Aka Goes Back To Back Winning Northern Regional Final For The Second Time
Monday, 13 April 2026, 10:02 am | New Zealand Young Farmers
Ruygrok secured the top spot ahead of Daniel Richards from Kaipara Young Farmers
and Kieran McCahon (Whangarei Young Farmers) who took out 3rd.
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Fonterra Names Richard Allen As New CEO
Monday, 13 April 2026, 8:41 am | Fonterra
Richard will step into the CEO role on 1 May 2026, with Miles staying with Fonterra
in an advisory role until September 2026 to assist with the leadership transition.
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Burglary Statistics By Town And City Made Public
Monday, 13 April 2026, 8:23 am | MoneyHub
The guide, ranks every territorial authority by burglary rate per capita, identifies
seasonal patterns, and connects the data directly to house and contents insurance
decisions.More >>
Money: ‘Gentrified’ Suburbs Where Renters Are Disappearing
Monday, 13 April 2026, 7:53 am | RNZ
Census data shows the number of households who do not own their own homes has dropped
in the past decade.
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Housing Or Health? It’s An Unacceptable Choice
Monday, 13 April 2026, 7:35 am | The Urban Advisory
New survey of over 5,000 New Zealanders finds housing costs now drive sacrifice across
health, food, and family life
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International Visitor Numbers Surge 22% In Standout Summer For Christchurch Airport
Monday, 13 April 2026, 7:20 am | Christchurch Airport
Between November 2025 and March 2026, 3.1 million passengers travelled through the
airport, including 287,000 international visitors, a clear sign of just how busy
and vibrant the season has been.
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Cyclone Vaianu: Insurance Brokers Warn Of Compounding Claims Complexity
Monday, 13 April 2026, 7:09 am | Insurance Brokers Association of New Zealand
With around half of all general insurance in New Zealand arranged through a professional
broker, many households and businesses have expert help available to guide them after
an event like this.More >>
Back The India Deal: Business Leaders Call For Cross-Party Support
Monday, 13 April 2026, 7:02 am | Business NZ
BusinessNZ Chief Executive Katherine Rich says trade has long been a strength of
New Zealand’s economic policy, and bipartisan support has underpinned our success.
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Why Did My Accommodation Supplement Drop When NZ Super Increased? Ask Susan
Sunday, 12 April 2026, 7:43 pm | RNZ
Money corespondent Susan Edmunds tackles questions around NZ Super and accommodation
allowances.
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Ageing Vehicle Fleet Drives Sustained Demand For Car Servicing Across New Zealand
Sunday, 12 April 2026, 4:48 pm | Oil changers
With New Zealand’s vehicle fleet expected to continue ageing as new vehicle costs
rise and consumers extend ownership cycles, the demand for routine maintenance and
servicing is forecast to remain one of the more resilient segments.More >>
Ageing Pool Infrastructure Drives Restoration Demand Across New Zealand
Sunday, 12 April 2026, 4:40 pm | The Pool Savers
With the country’s pool infrastructure continuing to age and the volume of unrecorded
pools suggesting additional latent demand for restoration services, the specialist
pool resurfacing market is expected to remain an active segment.More >>
Pāpāmoa Strike Player Wins $400,000
Sunday, 12 April 2026, 5:12 am | Lotto New Zealand
Anyone who bought their ticket from either of the mentioned stores or on MyLotto
should check their ticket as soon as possible in-store, on MyLotto, or through the
MyLottoApp.
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Earthquake-Prone Building Reform Reshapes Demolition And Remediation Pipeline In Wellington
Saturday, 11 April 2026, 4:23 pm | TradieGuide Asbestos
Providers such as Morecroft deliver integrated demolition, deconstruction and hazardous
materials management services across the Wellington region and nationally.
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Auckland’s Ageing Housing Stock Sustains Demand For Specialist Roof Repair Services
Saturday, 11 April 2026, 4:22 pm | The Roof Savers
Providers such as The Roof Savers deliver specialist roof repair services across
the Auckland region, covering both emergency leak response and scheduled maintenance
programmes for residential and commercial properties.More >>
Christchurch Property Market Records Strongest Sales Activity Since 2021 As Buyer Confidence Stabilises
Saturday, 11 April 2026, 4:20 pm | Total Realty
Agents such as Total Realty provide property listing and search services across the
Christchurch market.
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Best Practices For Staying Updated In The Fast-Moving Crypto Space
Saturday, 11 April 2026, 5:07 am | Hugh Grant
Investing in crypto assets requires special care, as you are dealing with a rapidly
evolving industry.
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What Is The Tech Helping Seniors Live Independently At Home For Longer?
Friday, 10 April 2026, 5:42 pm | Hugh Grant
Projections indicate that when senior demographics outnumber new generations, technology
will remain the safest way to grow old independently.
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Cash Consultation Continues, Update On Further Supporting Information
Friday, 10 April 2026, 5:20 pm | The Reserve Bank of New Zealand
“Our preferred approach is to work with banks to explore how the public’s access
to cash services could be improved on a voluntary basis and we welcome responses
from the cash industry,” says Karen Silk.More >>
What Now For Home Loan Rates?
Friday, 10 April 2026, 4:30 pm | RNZ
Wholesale rates have been pushing higher on the expectation interest rates might
need to rise to combat inflation caused by the Middle East conflict.
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How To Save – Or Make – Money During A Fuel Crisis
Friday, 10 April 2026, 4:17 pm | RNZ
RNZ asked experts for their tips during this time of hardship.
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Westpac NZ On Standby To Support Customers Affected By Cyclone Vaianu
Friday, 10 April 2026, 3:31 pm | Westpac
Westpac NZ Chief Operating Officer for Consumer Banking and Wealth, Nick Grieve,
says the bank’s top priority is the safety of customers and staff.
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FMA Seeks Liquidation Of Additional Chance Voight Entities
Friday, 10 April 2026, 1:58 pm | Financial Markets Authority
The latest application is the second liquidation application the FMA has made in
respect of entities in the Chance Voight Group.
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ASB Prepared To Support Customers Ahead Of Forecast Cyclone
Friday, 10 April 2026, 1:41 pm | ASB Bank
ASB Executive General Manager Personal Banking Adam Boyd says the bank is ready to
respond quickly to customer needs.
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City Deal A Good Start – But Now The Work Begins
Friday, 10 April 2026, 1:04 pm | Infrastructure New Zealand
The aims of the plan – to support economic growth, deliver connected and resilient
infrastructure, and improve the supply of affordable and quality housing are all
critical for a strong future for Auckland.More >>
Air New Zealand Trials New Digital ID In A Step Toward More Seamless Travel
Friday, 10 April 2026, 12:22 pm | Air New Zealand
The technology is designed to make travel easier from the outset.
It can prefill
passport details, help customers understand what documents they need for their trip
and enable verified information to be used across multiple journey touchpoints.More >>
Radio-Controlled Car Segment Leads Growth In Global Hobby Market As Technology Advances
Friday, 10 April 2026, 12:18 pm | RC Hobbies
Consumers exploring RC cars are increasingly drawn to hobby-grade platforms that
offer upgrade pathways, replacement part availability and the ability to tune suspension,
gearing and electronics to suit different driving styles and terrain types.More >>
First City Deal: A Step Forward For Growth
Friday, 10 April 2026, 12:10 pm | BusinessNZ
If we want to see meaningful progress on infrastructure, we need frameworks that
encourage collaboration, unlock funding, and focus on delivery.This agreement is
a strong start.
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Rising Demand For Psychological Services Widens Treatment Gap Across Australia
Friday, 10 April 2026, 11:24 am | Psychology Care
Within Melbourne, the combination of population density, high workforce participation
rates and elevated living costs has contributed to strong demand for evidence-based
psychological treatment.More >>
Autumn Cooling, Economic Headwinds Fail To Slow Rental Market
Friday, 10 April 2026, 10:27 am | Barfoot and Thompson
The average Auckland rent across all property types sat at $696.75 per week in March,
within cents of recent months, and up just 0.8% on the same time last year.Similar
pricing trends were seen in Northland and Bay of Plenty.More >>
Non-Residential Construction Recovery Supports Demand For Professional Painting Services Across Auckland
Friday, 10 April 2026, 10:10 am | SEAB Painting
Low-VOC coating systems and heat-reflective exterior paints have gained particular
traction among Auckland homeowners responding to both sustainability concerns and
the city’s humid subtropical climate.
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Why Cash Flow Is Becoming The Real Growth Constraint For New Zealand SMEs
Friday, 10 April 2026, 9:59 am | Fabric Digital
Why cash flow, not demand, is holding many New Zealand SMEs back.Explore the cost
of slow payments, rising costs, and growth without liquidity.
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Auckland City Deal Sets Direction – Now Progress Must Follow, Says EMA
Friday, 10 April 2026, 9:45 am | EMA
The announcement rightly notes just how important Auckland’s success is to the
national economy and, as a national organisation founded in Auckland 140 years ago,
we and our members really want to see the city grow and contribute more to the economy.
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From Farming With KMR To Award Winners
Friday, 10 April 2026, 8:20 am | Kaipara Moana Remediation
The success comes just weeks after KMR’s environmental efforts were recognised
in The Aotearoa Circle’s recently launched Natural Infrastructure Plan.
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NZ Investors Stay Resilient As US-Iran War Rattles Share Markets
Friday, 10 April 2026, 7:45 am | Sharesies
The Sharesies Index opened the quarter at a four-year high of 64 in the Confident
range before retreating to 45 (Balanced range) by the end of March.
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Save 50% This Autumn On Professional Carpet Cleaning
Friday, 10 April 2026, 7:33 am | Premium Clean
Premium Clean announces a limited-time autumn offer, providing 50% off professional
carpet cleaning services for residential and commercial customers across New Zealand.
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Why Outdoor Learning Spaces Matter More Than Ever For New Zealand Schools
Thursday, 9 April 2026, 3:50 pm | Playscape
Discover why outdoor learning spaces are becoming essential for New Zealand schools,
supporting wellbeing, creativity, movement and learning.
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How New Zealand Can Get More Growth From Its Infrastructure
Thursday, 9 April 2026, 2:52 pm | New Zealand Infrastructure Commission
The report was published alongside the National Infrastructure Plan, which represents
the Commission’s advice to the Government on infrastructure investment over the
next 30 years.More >>
Reserve Bank Adamant Inflation Spike Will Be Brought Under Control
Thursday, 9 April 2026, 2:33 pm | RNZ
The Reserve Bank governor says the key issue will be how long the conflict in the
Middle East lasts.
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Consumer Reveals Its ‘Most Unreliable’ Vehicles
Thursday, 9 April 2026, 2:28 pm | RNZ
The survey of 5791 car owners asked people what faults they had experienced with
their cars and how satisfied they were with the vehicles.
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Start-Of-Year-Costs Squeeze Budgets, While Rising Fuel Prices Add To The Pressure
Thursday, 9 April 2026, 2:12 pm | BNZ
The impact is forcing families to take a fresh look at their budgets for the rest
of the year, with 33% rethinking their financial plans, and 31% expecting next year
to be harder again.More >>
Relief At The Petrol Pump On The Way, Fuel Industry Says
Thursday, 9 April 2026, 1:05 pm | RNZ
RNZ speaks to drivers at petrol stations as diesel becomes more expensive than 98
at the pump.
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Motorcyclists Put Rego On Hold In Protest Against ACC
Thursday, 9 April 2026, 12:48 pm | RNZ
Higher levies are fair because motorcycles only make up 4% of the fleet and 25% of
the cost of crashes, ACC says.
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Updated Asbestos Guidance Signals Renewed Focus On Safe Removal Practices Across New Zealand
Thursday, 9 April 2026, 12:24 pm | TradieGuide Asbestos
Demand for specialist removal services extends across both the residential and commercial
sectors.
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5 Reasons Why New Zealand Businesses Are Moving To Modular Construction
Thursday, 9 April 2026, 12:12 pm | Advance Build
Joseph Simpkin, Director at Advance Build says today’s landscape is causing businesses
to make strategic decisions that make sense now and into the future.
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South-East Queensland Construction Activity Drives Demand For Structural Remediation And Exterior Finishes
Thursday, 9 April 2026, 11:19 am | RockSolid
Providers such as RockSolid have positioned their service offering to address both
the structural and cosmetic dimensions of building exterior maintenance, delivering
concrete remediation, rendering and protective coating systems.More >>
Entries Now Open For The 14th ANZIIF New Zealand Insurance Industry Awards
Thursday, 9 April 2026, 11:02 am | ANZIIF
Hosted by ANZIIF, the annual Awards are one of New Zealand’s most respected insurance
industry events, celebrating innovation and professionalism and outstanding service,
while strengthening connection across the insurance community.More >>.