New Regional Trauma System at Waikato Hospital
New Zealand’s first regional trauma system was launched at Waikato Hospital by Health Minister Tony Ryall.
Eight Nation Free Trade Deal (TPP) Negotiations
Negotiations towards an eight-nation free trade deal, known as the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) begin this week in Melbourne, with a focus on extending existing free trade agreement between New Zealand, Singapore, Chile and Brunei to include the United States, Vietnam, Peru and Australia.
Health and Safety in Employment Act Reminder from DOL
The Department of Labour (DOL) is reminding employers of their responsibilities under the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992, following the sentencing of James Hardie NZ Ltd.
Whakatane's Moko the Dolphin
Moko the Dolphin, Whakatane’s newest tourist attraction, has been filmed by a Japanese television crew and gained more press exposure after being photographed with a local dog.
Indigenous Tourism and Biodiversity Website Awards 2010
TIME Unlimited, specialising in Maori cultural tours, as well as Auckland, fishing, kayaking and wilderness tours, has won the public vote section of the Indigenous Tourism and Biodiversity Website Awards 2010.
Croatian Designer wins Award at iD Fashion Week
Igor Gallas, a young Croatian fashion designer, has won the iD Emerging Designer Award in Dunedin as part of 2010 iD Fashion Week.
Newton Faulkner at Jazz and Blues Festival
Newton Faulkner is performing at the James Hay Theatre on April 10 2010 as part of Christchurch’s International Jazz & Blues Festival.
Tahunanui Reserve Improvements
Nelson City Council is improving the road layout and pedestrian access at Tahunanui Reserve.
Auckland Council Logo Competition
Auckland Council logo competition closes Friday, 19 March 2010.
Viaduct Events Centre Plans Advancing
Auckland’s new Viaduct Events Centre is due to begin construction in April 2010 in Halsey Street Wharf.
V8 Supercar Streetrace in Hamilton
Hamilton is hosting its third annual V8 Supercar Streetrace.
New Air Cargo Inspection Facility at Auckland Airport
Customs Minister Maurice Williamson opened a new Air Cargo Inspection Facility at Auckland Airport.
Daihatsu Recall Not in New Zealand
Daihatsu Japan is recalling 270,000 vehicles, but Toyota NZ – the New Zealand distributor for Daihatsu – confirmed the vehicles being recalled are not sold in New Zealand.
Government Plans to Improve Health for Pacific People
The government has launched a five year health plan for Pacific people ‘Ala Mo’ui: Pathways to Pacific Health and Wellbeing 2010 – 2014.
NZTA Expanding Webcam Service
NZTA is expanding its traffic information service by installing new webcams on State Highway 1.
$21m Food Development Facilities Nationwide
The government plans to spend up to $21 million establishing a network of food development facilities in order to encourage New Zealand’s export base to create more value from their products, to help raise NZ’s economic growth rate.
Rain Fails to Dampen Ellerslie International Flower Show Spirits
The Ellerslie International Flower Show received crowds of 10,000 visitors on its second day, despite intermittent rain, including Prime Minister John Key.
Sony 3D TVs
The first BRAVIA 3D TVs in NZ will be displayed at Sony Style Newmarket and Wellington in April 2010.
New Immigration Website for Investors
A new investment website connects foreign investors to New Zealand business networks quickly and efficiently.
New Retirement Visas to Attract Investment
The government’s two new retirement visas enable high income people of retirement age to come and live in New Zealand, and encourages investment.