Bob Parker as Christchurch Mayor
Progress results for the 2010 election show Mayor Bob Parker has been re-elected as Mayor of Christchurch.
Congratulations for Len Brown Auckland Mayor
Minister of Local Government Hon Rodney Hide today congratulated Len Brown on becoming the first elected Mayor of the new Auckland Council.
Tim Shadbolt as Invercargill Mayor
Invercargill’s voters have re-elected Tim Shadbolt to serve a sixth term as Mayor, Invercargill City Council Electoral Officer Graham Low announced today. Mr Shadbolt won the Mayoralty with 16,275 votes over Mayoral candidates Suzanne Prentice with 5,311 votes and Carl Heenan with 669 votes.
Rick Cooper Second Term as Taupo Mayor
Rick Cooper has retained his lead by 134 votes ahead of Mark Burton, but the public have voted for change with currently only three of the former councillors in the new line up and Maggie Stewart the only Turangi-Tongariro Community Board member returning.
Wellington City Mayoral Result Waiting Special Vote Count
Mayor Kerry Prendergast has an election night lead of 40 votes over Celia Wade-Brown, but it won’t be known who’s won the race until special votes have been processed. Some 960 special votes were issued. The result may not be known until Wednesday.
Go Global Business Forum
With the future of New Zealand’s economy dependant on export success, ExportNZ is holding a must-attend international business forum for New Zealand firms, Go Global, at Auckland’s SKYCITY Convention Centre on 27 October 2010.
Whitebaiters Ignoring Health Warnings Following Earthquake
Whitebaiters are ignoring warnings to cease fishing in sewage contaminated Canterbury rivers following the earthquake. Whitebait, fish and shellfish taken from sewage-contaminated rivers, river mouths or estuaries, including the Waimakariri, Selwyn, Heathcote, Avon, Halswell and Styx rivers could cause serious illness.
Geotechnical Report following Canterbury Earthquake
The geotechnical report delivered by engineers to the Earthquake Commission states that the majority of land can and will be fixed. Gerry Brownlee has issued a timeline leading to public release of information. Information from the geotechnical report will be released in conjunction with decisions on what will be done to address the damage in each affected area, so as to minimise stress to residents.
Indian Government Complaint Against Paul Henry
The Indian Government has put in a complaint against Paul Henry, TVNZ’s Breakfast host, for offensive remarks.
Demolition of Unsafe Buildings Following Canterbury Earthquake
Two earthquake damaged buildings in Christchurch are likely to be demolished as they pose an immediate danger to the safety of people. The Acting CEO of the Council will issue warrants for the demolitions, under section 129 of the Building Act 2004.
Government helping Canterbury Builders Become Licensed Following Earthquake
The Government is helping Canterbury builders, tradespeople and designers become licensed building practitioners so they can be involved with rebuilding Canterbury following the earthquake.
More Prisoners in Job Training
In the 10 months to July 2010 the number of prisoners in employment and job training increased 9 percent (from 4415 to 4791). More than half the prison population was in some form of employment or training during the 2009/10 year.
Kick Off Time for Indoor Soccer
The new IFL: Indoor Football League which kicks off at Avondale college community stadium,has already had a suprise entrant,Liverpool FC. NO, not the club currently experiencing a few troubles in England, but there local fans here in Auckland, The NZ Liverpool supporters club,has formed their first ever indoor soccer team, and will play in a replica of the famous Liverpool red strip, and look to reclaim the glory days of the successful 70s and 80s liverpool team.
Get Your Creative Juices Flowing with Just Juice with Veges
Just Juice knows what Kiwi families are all about – fun! New Just Juice with Veges Pineapple Passionfruit with Carrot & Broccoli really gets your creative juices flowing, with healthy – and delicious – treats for the whole family!
New Zealand Topographic Maps Free Online
Official New Zealand Topographic Maps are now available for free online through the new website www.nztopomaps.com.
Stronger Christchurch Update Following Earthquake (4 October)
The Christchurch City Council, alongside other agencies, continues to work on the recovery phase following the 4 September earthquake.
Stop Bleeding Fast – with Celox!
Get bleeding under control with new Celox™ – the must-have for every First Aid kit!
Made4Baby Finalist in The David Awards
The 2010 finalists in the The David Awards: heroes in small business have been named. Made4Baby is proud to announce they have been selected as a finalist in the Most inspired use of technology category. This category refers to a business which leverages technology in many guises to enhance efficiency, mobility and keep overheads to a minimum.
$91 Million Wage Savings from new Auckland Council
Aucklanders should be very pleased at the announcement that, from 1 July 2012, the annual salary bill of the new Auckland Council will fall to $513 million – saving ratepayers a total of $91 million per annum, Minister of Local Government Hon Rodney Hide said today.
Give Way Rules to Change in 2012
The Government has confirmed plans to change the give ways rules at intersections in New Zealand. Currently if you are turning left you have to give way to right turning traffic coming towards you. This change would reverse this so the left turning vehicle would have right of way in this situation. Changes are also planned to the rule for T-intersections.