Proposed Development of NZ Mineral Estate
A discussion paper has been released on the proposal of environmentally responsible development of NZ’s mineral estate.
Green Party Opposes Key's Mining Proposal
The Green Party opposes John Key’s proposal to mine in protected areas.
Versalko Fraud
ASB is pleased that the SFO investigation into Stephen Versalko’s fraudulent activity has resulted in a guilty plea and sentencing.
McDonald's Arches Black Out for Earth Hour 2010
McDonald’s in New Zealand will black out their Golden Arches this Saturday 27 March 2010 for Earth Hour.
Shanghai Delegation Visits Dunedin for Chinese Garden
A Shanghai delegation is visiting Dunedin to discuss the city’s Chinese Garden with the Dunedin City Council on 25 March 2010.
Employee in Fatal ATV Accident Not Experienced
Department of Labour states that employers are legally required to ensure that employees who use all terrain vehicles (ATV’s) are well trained in their use. P.A. and S.C. Steens Ltd has been fined after it was found their employee who died in an ATV accident was not experienced, and had not been wearing a helmet.
Over The Top Rock Festival in Queenstown
Queenstown is hosting ‘Over the Top Rock’ – a mile high rock concert on top of Cecil Peak.
Air NZ Transforming Tasman and Pacific Island Services
Air NZ announced a transformation of its Tasman and Pacific Island services commencing later this year.
Natural Health Products Public Consultation
A public consultation has been launched on a proposed regulatory scheme for the natural health products industry by the Ministry of Health.
Earth Hour in Dunedin 2010
The South Island’s main Earth Hour event is being hosted in the Octagon, Dunedin on Saturday 27 March 2010.
Rally NZ 2010 Receives Government Backing
Government will contribute $250,000 towards Rally NZ 2010, held in May around Auckland.
Otago Economic Analysis
Otago Forward have produced an economic analysis of Otago in a new report.
Lexus LX570 New Look for 2010
The Lexus LX570 has received upgrades and a new look for 2010.
Auckland's Darby Street Shared Space Draft
A draft concept of shared space in Darby Street in Auckland’s CBD has been designed and is available for public consultation until 5 April 2010.
Consumers Right to Know if Products Contain Palm Oil
Green Party states consumers need to know if food products contain palm oil.
Taranaki Kupe Gas Project Opened
Prime Minister John Key opened the $1.3 billion Kupe Gas Project in Taranaki.
Wellington Southeast Asian Night Market
Wellington’s waterfront is hosting the Southeast Asian Night Market this Saturday 20 March 2010.
Fonterra Check Farm's Effluent Management
Fonterra announced an initiative to check every farm’s effluent management infrastructure, every year, to ensure compliance with regional council dairy effluent rules.
Free Food Growing Workshops in Nelson
Nelson City Council’s first free workshop in the “Create Your Own Eden” programme is on this Saturday 20 March.
Woodburner Air Quality Rules in Hawke's Bay
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council have finalised new requirements for woodburners to address air quality issues in Hastings and Napier.