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April 6, 2022

International travellers can finally return.

After more than two years, New Zealand will reopen its borders to Australians starting April 12 and international tourists from visa-waiver countries from May 1. The move is part of efforts to accelerate economic recovery, according to a statement from Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern. Arrivals from Australia will be able to enter without having to […]

April 6, 2022

‘Aurora of the sea’: luminous plankton light up Napier

Napier’s beach was illuminated last week by the glowing “aurora of the sea”: blooms of plankton that glow blue-green after nightfall. The elusive, beautiful phenomenon that sometimes sweeps into the coasts was witnessed by local “biohunter” enthusiasts who scour the shorelines for bioluminescence. The light is activated by movement: cresting waves begin to glow, splashes […]

April 5, 2022

South Koreans travelling again

Last month South Korea removed requirments for self isolation when arriving in the country. With the removal of the seven day stand-down period many Koreans who have avoided international travel are preparing to once again holiday, study and do business overseas. According to bookings at travel agency company HanaTour, the Americas and Europe and Southeast […]

February 10, 2022

Huka Lodge lands title of New Zealand’s most romantic hotel

An exclusive hotel on the banks of the Waikato River has landed a plaudit as one of the most romantic hotels in the world. Better known as a fishing lodge for the rich and famous, Huka Lodge near Taupō refuses to be type cast. The lodge features at number 6 in the 50 Most Romantic […]

November 24, 2021

Methven now has all year round attractions

Although the opening was delayed several times due to supply chain issues and the latest Covid-19 lockdown, Opuke Thermal Pools and Day Spa in Methven on New Zealand’s South Island was formally opened on Wednesday, November 24. The opening ceremony for the $15 million facility was attended by community leaders and Stuart Nash, Regional Economic […]

November 23, 2021

Exploring South Waikato, is more than you imagined

Whilst South Waikato might not be at the top of your holiday destination list this Summer, it most certainly should be considered. Situated on State Highway One, just south of Hamilton, South Waikato is at the heart of authentic kiwi adventures. Cyclists can take in the superb scenery along the Waikato River Trail, but if […]

November 21, 2021

Vietnam celebrates visiting tourists

Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island welcomed more than 200 foreign tourists to its shores on Saturday, 20 November. These are the first tourists to visit the country in nearly two years due to the Covid-19 border closure. Tested upon arrival, travellers who are fully vaccinated from South Korea and return negative results can travel to the […]

September 13, 2021

Air NZ plans to be flying electric aircraft by 2030

In an interview for Capa – Centre of Aviation, Air New Zealand chief operational integrity and safety officer David Morgan said Air New Zealand would have an electric aircraft in its fleet by 2030. He went on to say that the company would be carbon neutral by 2050. As Air New Zealand looks to replace […]

September 2, 2021

Kapiti Food Fair returning in 2021

Tickets for this year’s The Kapiti Food Fair will soon be available. The Fair will be held at the Mazengarb Reserve on Saturday, December the 4th. With over 250 vendors on-site and live performances, the Fair is a major annual event for Kapiti. The Kapiti Food Fair was established in 2008 as a community event […]

August 18, 2021

Expats ‘dismayed’ by lack of action on MIQ availability

Some people trying desperately to return to New Zealand feel like they’ve been missed out in the government’s latest border annoucements. The government plans to ease open the borders from early next year, and travellers will face different requirements based on their risk level. But there’s still no wiggle room in the iron-clad boarders for […]

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Covid19 Updates

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February 10, 2022

Record 306 new community cases in New Zealand today

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February 3, 2022

Isolation rules as NZ prepares for border reopening

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February 1, 2022

On Thursday the government will announce how NZ will ‘reconnect’ with the rest of the world

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January 31, 2022

South Korea takes new approach as infections reach new high

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January 31, 2022

MIQ working but has tough trade-offs – epidemiologist

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Interesting News

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June 21, 2022

Tokoroa public toilets win award for ‘best loo’

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Regional News

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June 30, 2022

Outgoing South Waikato mayor proud of district’s progress

June 30, 2022

Speed limit set to increase on Waikato expressway

June 30, 2022

Foreign diplomats visit Hamilton

June 21, 2022

Tokoroa public toilets win award for ‘best loo’

June 17, 2022

New dairy plant to be built in south Waikato by Singapore’s Olam

Education

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June 29, 2022

Global education campaign marks the reopening of New Zealand borders

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June 21, 2022

Dunedin school plans campus beside Lake Te Anau

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February 3, 2022

New school planned for Hamilton’s southwest

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February 1, 2022

Ministry of Education tells principal to apply for emergency MIQ spot for teacher

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January 31, 2022

New Zealand visa processing creating uncertainty

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Immigration

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April 6, 2022

Working Holiday Schemes reopening

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April 6, 2022

New Zealand Eases Border for ICT Tech Workers

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February 10, 2022

Chris Hipkins replies to National MP question with Spider-Man meme

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February 3, 2022

Hundreds queue overnight for residency visa medicals

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January 31, 2022

Thousands become New Zealand residents under new scheme

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Agriculture

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April 6, 2022

Red meat exports continue to rise

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February 10, 2022

Red meat sector achieves record exports during 2021

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February 10, 2022

New Zealand avocado industry adjusts to changing circumstances

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February 10, 2022

New Zealand’s lobster exports rebound

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February 3, 2022

Agricultural sector looking to another profitable year

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Environment

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July 1, 2022

Inter-island ferries receive world-first green loan certification

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June 28, 2022

New carbon credit market offers native tree options

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June 27, 2022

Rotorua businesses offered sustainability support package

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June 20, 2022

Biological controls of invasive weed established in New Zealand

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May 26, 2022

New Zealand survey trip finds Tonga volcano largely intact

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Property

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April 6, 2022

Big capital gains in small towns.

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February 3, 2022

Approval for major development in Hamilton’s south

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February 3, 2022

Government considers rent controls to tackle unaffordable housing

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January 31, 2022

Ordinary New Zealanders bearing brunt of bright-line test – National

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December 7, 2021

Timeline of a housing crisis: Numbers behind NZ’s price surge

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