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natural hazards and emergencies; and, system improvements, the council heard at its February meeting of the Strategy and Policy Committee. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00439/council-submission-on-targeted-amendments-to-the-rma.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00438/orc-welcomes-500k-boost-to-fight-threatening-wilding-pines.htm">ORC Welcomes $500K Boost To Fight Threatening Wilding Pines</a></h3> <p class="release">Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 1:45 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Otago_Regional_Council">Otago Regional Council</a></p> <p> Otago Regional Council has welcomed a $500,000 boost in grants from the Government to fight the spread of wilding pines – with 12 area covering more than 3200ha identified around the province. ORC’s Chair Gretchen Robertson says the government’s $500,000 ... <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00438/orc-welcomes-500k-boost-to-fight-threatening-wilding-pines.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00437/information-sought-after-possible-sighting-of-tom-phillips.htm">Information Sought After Possible Sighting Of Tom Phillips</a></h3> <p class="release">Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 1:41 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/New_Zealand_Police">New Zealand Police</a></p> <p>Police are now working to establish whether this is a credible sighting and are working to rule out other possible scenarios. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00437/information-sought-after-possible-sighting-of-tom-phillips.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-left-box-wrapper"> <div class="article-left-box"> <div class="headline-right"><div id="in-cont" style="background:white;"> <div id="txt1" style="text-align:left; font-size:14px; font-style: italic; color: grey; padding: 4px;">Advertisement - scroll to continue reading</div> <div style="min-height:250px;min-width: 300px;"><style> @media screen and (max-width: 768px) {.article-left-box {float: none; margin: 20px auto 20px auto; margin-left: calc( (100% - 300px) / 2 );}} @media screen and (max-width: 970px) {#article iframe { max-width: 100%;}} #article iframe { max-width: 100%;}</style>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1493962836337-4' style="padding: 0 20px 0 0; text-align: center;"> <script> googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1493962836337-4'); }); </script> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00436/road-workers-aid-in-drunk-driver-arrest-on-sh-29.htm">Road Workers Aid In Drunk Driver Arrest On SH 29</a></h3> <p class="release">Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 1:13 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/New_Zealand_Police">New Zealand Police</a></p> <p>Area Road Policing Manger for Western Bay of Plenty, Senior Sergeant Wayne Hunter says road workers told Police they had observed a woman drive into their road works site the wrong way and appeared intoxicated when spoken to. The workers observed ... <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00436/road-workers-aid-in-drunk-driver-arrest-on-sh-29.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00435/rainbow-rights-are-human-rights-and-deserve-protection-human-rights-commission.htm">Rainbow Rights are Human Rights and Deserve Protection - Human Rights Commission</a></h3> <p class="release">Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 12:42 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Te_Kahui_Tika_Tangata_Human_Rights_Commission_">Te Kahui Tika Tangata Human Rights Commission </a></p> <p>“The right to peaceful assembly, including peaceful protest, is not an invitation to intimidate families, young children, and rainbow people,” says rainbow rights spokesperson Commissioner Prudence Walker. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00435/rainbow-rights-are-human-rights-and-deserve-protection-human-rights-commission.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00434/upcoming-works-for-foxtons-community-facilities.htm">Upcoming Works For Foxton’s Community Facilities</a></h3> <p class="release">Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 11:56 am | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Horowhenua_District_Council">Horowhenua District Council</a></p> <p>Horowhenua Mayor Bernie Wanden expressed his appreciation for the upgrades, saying, "These projects have been in the pipeline for some time, and it's fantastic to see investment in our community facilities. We want our residents to take pride in these ... <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00434/upcoming-works-for-foxtons-community-facilities.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00433/women-giving-birth-are-older-than-ever-recorded.htm">Women Giving Birth Are Older Than Ever Recorded</a></h3> <p class="release">Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 11:47 am | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Stats_NZ_">Stats NZ </a></p> <p>The median age of 31.5 years is the highest since records began in 1962. The lowest median age recorded was 24.8 years in 1972. By 1994, the median age had risen to 28.5 years. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00433/women-giving-birth-are-older-than-ever-recorded.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00432/childrens-day-in-porirua-celebrating-all-things-heroic.htm">Children’s Day In Porirua Celebrating All Things Heroic</a></h3> <p class="release">Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 11:36 am | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Porirua_City_Council">Porirua City Council</a></p> <p>Celebrations of the annual day recognising our tamariki will run from 11am-3pm at Ngāti Toa Domain. The theme for the day is all things heroic - this could be everyday heroes, superheroes or community heroes, and hopefully the event will inspire some ... <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00432/childrens-day-in-porirua-celebrating-all-things-heroic.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00431/national-population-estimates-at-31-december-2024-2018-base.htm">National Population Estimates: At 31 December 2024 (2018-Base)</a></h3> <p class="release">Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 11:21 am | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Stats_NZ_">Stats NZ </a></p> <p>At 31 December 2024: the estimated resident population of New Zealand was 5,356,700 (provisionally), there were 2,693,400 females and 2,663,300 males, the median age of females and males was 39.2 and 37.4 years respectively. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00431/national-population-estimates-at-31-december-2024-2018-base.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00430/signing-of-te-wai-ora-o-parirua-porirua-harbour-accord.htm">Signing Of Te Wai Ora O Parirua - Porirua Harbour Accord</a></h3> <p class="release">Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 11:17 am | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Porirua_City_Council">Porirua City Council</a></p> <p>The Accord establishes a framework for collaboration among the partner organisations to implement a unified approach to improving the health of Porirua Harbour and monitoring progress, with an iwi-led mauri ora approach guiding the long-term restoration efforts. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00430/signing-of-te-wai-ora-o-parirua-porirua-harbour-accord.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00429/fatal-crash-bannockburn-road-nevis.htm">Fatal Crash, Bannockburn Road, Nevis</a></h3> <p class="release">Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 11:12 am | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/New_Zealand_Police">New Zealand Police</a></p> <p>The Serious Crash Unit completed a scene examination, and enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00429/fatal-crash-bannockburn-road-nevis.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00428/man-charged-with-murder-in-hastings-homicide-investigation.htm">Man Charged With Murder In Hastings Homicide Investigation</a></h3> <p class="release">Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 11:06 am | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/New_Zealand_Police">New Zealand Police</a></p> <p>Detective Inspector Martin James said a homicide investigation was launched after a 33-year-old man was pronounced deceased in Hawke’s Bay Hospital around 11pm, after he was brought into the hospital following an assault. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00428/man-charged-with-murder-in-hastings-homicide-investigation.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00427/police-respond-to-ipca-review-of-policing-public-protests.htm">Police Respond To IPCA Review Of Policing Public Protests</a></h3> <p class="release">Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 10:33 am | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/New_Zealand_Police">New Zealand Police</a></p> <p>Police has worked closely with the IPCA on this review, which has arisen from complaints to the independent body following high profile protests over recent years. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00427/police-respond-to-ipca-review-of-policing-public-protests.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00426/review-of-the-policing-of-public-protests-in-new-zealand.htm">Review Of The Policing Of Public Protests In New Zealand</a></h3> <p class="release">Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 10:29 am | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Independent_Police_Conduct_Authority">Independent Police Conduct Authority</a></p> <p>The report arises from a review that has been undertaken over the last couple of years, subsequent to the receipt of 168 complaints concerning a rally in support of Kelly Minshull (also known as Posie Parker) in Auckland’s Albert Park in March ... <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00426/review-of-the-policing-of-public-protests-in-new-zealand.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00425/npdc-extends-city-safe-warden-pilot.htm">NPDC Extends City Safe Warden Pilot</a></h3> <p class="release">Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 10:00 am | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/NPDC">NPDC</a></p> <p>Launched in December last year in response to growing concerns about safety in the CBD, the trial involved two wardens in the area between 7am and 6pm Monday to Saturday providing a friendly face and identifying potential issues before they happen. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00425/npdc-extends-city-safe-warden-pilot.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00424/funeral-procession-counties-manukau.htm">Funeral Procession, Counties Manukau</a></h3> <p class="release">Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 9:44 am | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/New_Zealand_Police">New Zealand Police</a></p> <p>Police are aware of plans for a funeral procession heading through Counties Manukau today. We will have staff in the area monitoring to ensure the safety of the community and to monitor traffic movement. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00424/funeral-procession-counties-manukau.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00423/time-to-shape-future-waste-management.htm">Time To Shape Future Waste Management</a></h3> <p class="release">Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 9:19 am | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Gisborne_District_Council">Gisborne District Council</a></p> <p>As part of the development of a new Waste Management and Minimisation Plan, Council is seeking input from the community to help draft a plan that will guide waste reduction efforts over the next six years. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00423/time-to-shape-future-waste-management.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00422/auckland-harbour-bridge-maintenance-changes-to-te-onewa-pa-stokes-point-reserve-access.htm">Auckland Harbour Bridge Maintenance - Changes To Te Onewa Pā/ Stokes Point Reserve Access</a></h3> <p class="release">Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 9:09 am | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/NZTA">NZTA</a></p> <p>In June, contractors will extend the scaffolding over the western side of the Pā and there will be no public access to Te Onewa Pā/ Stokes Point Reserve until January 2026. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00422/auckland-harbour-bridge-maintenance-changes-to-te-onewa-pa-stokes-point-reserve-access.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00421/tiro-ki-tua-looking-beyond-the-now-wananga-series-launched-to-build-dedicated-fvsv-social-investment-plan.htm">Tiro Ki Tua: Looking Beyond The Now - Wānanga Series Launched To Build Dedicated FVSV Social Investment Plan</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 11:08 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Te_Pukotahitanga_">Te Pukotahitanga </a></p> <p>With the theme ‘Tiro ki Tua’ – Looking Beyond the Now, the wānanga aims to elevate regional, rural, and intergenerational tangata whenua voices in shaping a dedicated social investment plan to advise government in a constructive way on how ... <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00421/tiro-ki-tua-looking-beyond-the-now-wananga-series-launched-to-build-dedicated-fvsv-social-investment-plan.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00420/legal-fight-looms-over-wairoas-freshwater.htm">Legal Fight Looms Over Wairoa’s Freshwater</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 10:11 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Linda_Hall_-_Local_Democracy_Reporter">Linda Hall - Local Democracy Reporter</a></p> <p>Tātau Tātau o Te Wairoa Trust Chair Leon Symes stands beside the Wairoa River. He says the iwi and hapū of Te Wairoa rely heavily on local waterways for resources such as fish and plants. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00420/legal-fight-looms-over-wairoas-freshwater.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00419/recycling-rule-breakers-could-lose-bins.htm">Recycling Rule Breakers Could Lose Bins</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 10:08 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Matthew_Rosenberg_-_Local_Democracy_Reporter">Matthew Rosenberg - Local Democracy Reporter</a></p> <p>Southland District Council strategic manager water and waste Grant Isaacs said his council had not been able to enforce a ‘three-strikes’ system in the past but had sent letters which proved effective. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00419/recycling-rule-breakers-could-lose-bins.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00418/ashburton-not-moving-fast-enough-with-water-compliance-mayor.htm">Ashburton ‘Not Moving Fast Enough’ With Water Compliance – Mayor</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 10:05 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Jonathan_Leask_-_Local_Democracy_Reporter">Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter</a></p> <p>Ashburton’s mayor is frustrated at delays in achieving compliance with some of the district’s drinking water supplies. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00418/ashburton-not-moving-fast-enough-with-water-compliance-mayor.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00417/five-still-in-running-for-ashburton-council-ceo-role.htm">Five Still In Running For Ashburton Council CEO Role</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 10:01 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Jonathan_Leask_-_Local_Democracy_Reporter">Jonathan Leask - Local Democracy Reporter</a></p> <p>A shortlist of five names is in the running for the top job at the Ashburton District Council. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00417/five-still-in-running-for-ashburton-council-ceo-role.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00416/treaty-bill-trouble-brings-high-court-challenge-to-council.htm">Treaty Bill Trouble Brings High Court Challenge To Council</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 9:59 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Craig_Ashworth_-_Local_Democracy_Reporting">Craig Ashworth - Local Democracy Reporting</a></p> <p>At December’s meeting conservative councillors used a little-known rule to halt discussion of a council submission on the contentious Government bill, sparking a fierce response from the TRC’s Māori ward councillor and iwi committee members. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00416/treaty-bill-trouble-brings-high-court-challenge-to-council.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00415/papakura-military-camp-housing-provides-a-new-way-of-living-for-army-personnel.htm">Papakura Military Camp Housing Provides A New Way Of Living For Army Personnel</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 7:03 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/New_Zealand_Defence_Force">New Zealand Defence Force</a></p> <p>The flats were built as aging barrack infrastructure on camp had been in use for more than 40 years, resulting in major maintenance and upgrade works being required, which prompted the closure of five barracks in 2024. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00415/papakura-military-camp-housing-provides-a-new-way-of-living-for-army-personnel.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00414/man-sentenced-to-14-months-home-detention-for-beating-puppies.htm">Man Sentenced To 14 Months Home Detention For Beating Puppies</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 5:40 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/SPCA">SPCA</a></p> <p>It follows an investigation by SPCA Inspectors relating to an incident at a property where two approximately four-month-old puppies were beaten till they were lame. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00414/man-sentenced-to-14-months-home-detention-for-beating-puppies.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00413/fifteenth-avenue-to-welcome-bay-roading-improvements-on-track-following-funding-decision.htm">Fifteenth Avenue To Welcome Bay Roading Improvements On Track Following Funding Decision</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 5:18 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Tauranga_City_Council">Tauranga City Council</a></p> <p>“This key transport corridor is the primary link connecting the Welcome Bay, Hairini, Ohauiti and Maungatapu communities to their jobs, schools, social, and cultural activities, and we are pleased to finally look to deliver what’s been talked about for too ... <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00413/fifteenth-avenue-to-welcome-bay-roading-improvements-on-track-following-funding-decision.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00412/reimagining-the-levin-war-memorial-hall-have-your-say.htm">Reimagining The Levin War Memorial Hall: Have Your Say</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 5:14 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Horowhenua_District_Council">Horowhenua District Council</a></p> <p>The reimagined Levin War Memorial Hall includes a restaurant, craft brewery and retail spaces, as well as the retention of the Freyberg Room for community use, attracting more people to this part of the town centre. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00412/reimagining-the-levin-war-memorial-hall-have-your-say.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00411/discover-ruapehus-creative-heart-on-the-adventure-highway-art-trail.htm">Discover Ruapehu’s Creative Heart On The Adventure Highway Art Trail</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 4:56 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Ruapehu_District_Council">Ruapehu District Council</a></p> <p>Over the next two weekends—February 22-23 and March 1-2, the Art Trail provides an opportunity to visit local artists in their studios, witness live art demonstrations, and explore exhibitions in galleries and creative spaces. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00411/discover-ruapehus-creative-heart-on-the-adventure-highway-art-trail.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00410/work-to-complete-stage-1-of-the-tarawera-sewerage-scheme-will-resume-on-february-24.htm">Work To Complete Stage 1 Of The Tarawera Sewerage Scheme Will Resume On February 24</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 4:45 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Rotorua_Lakes_Council">Rotorua Lakes Council</a></p> <p>A section of Tarawera Road will be temporarily closed from 8pm on February 24 while the worksite near Lake Rotokākahi is re-established. Rotorua Lakes Council will be endeavouring to have one lane of the road reopen with traffic control measures ... <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00410/work-to-complete-stage-1-of-the-tarawera-sewerage-scheme-will-resume-on-february-24.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00409/bike-racks-are-back-ebus-first-to-receive-exemption.htm">Bike Racks Are Back: EBus First To Receive Exemption</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 4:28 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Nelson_City_Council">Nelson City Council</a></p> <p>A working group comprised of Councils, public transport operators (PTO) and NZTA officers was set up to reach an agreed pathway to return the use of bike racks to buses. In mid-January 2025 this working group released a set of agreed conditions ... <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00409/bike-racks-are-back-ebus-first-to-receive-exemption.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00408/christchurch-surf-lifeguards-assist-police-and-coastguard-in-a-rescue-at-spit-reserve-southshore.htm">Christchurch Surf Lifeguards Assist Police And Coastguard In A Rescue At Spit Reserve, Southshore </a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 4:00 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Surf_Life_Saving_New_Zealand">Surf Life Saving New Zealand</a></p> <p>A surfer at Whangārei Heads hit their head on a sandbank on Sunday and was transported to hospital for further assessment. Surf lifeguards were in attendance and monitored the patient until the ambulance arrived. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00408/christchurch-surf-lifeguards-assist-police-and-coastguard-in-a-rescue-at-spit-reserve-southshore.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00407/northland-auckland-and-hawkes-bay-councils-oppose-the-undemocratic-and-extreme-gene-technology-bill.htm">Northland, Auckland And Hawke's Bay Councils Oppose The Undemocratic And Extreme Gene Technology Bill</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 3:45 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/GE_Free_Northland">GE Free Northland</a></p> <p>Northland and Auckland Region, along with the Hastings District, are established GE Free food producing zones that provide protection from outdoor GE/GMO experimentation including field trials. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00407/northland-auckland-and-hawkes-bay-councils-oppose-the-undemocratic-and-extreme-gene-technology-bill.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00406/over-100-firefighters-compete-at-ufba-national-waterway-challenge.htm">Over 100 Firefighters Compete At UFBA National Waterway Challenge</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 3:37 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/United_Fire_Brigades'_Association">United Fire Brigades' Association</a></p> <p>Firefighting relies on timing, technical expertise, and teamwork to save lives and property; the branch on the hose, the hose to the pump, the standpipe to the hydrant, and each person playing their part. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00406/over-100-firefighters-compete-at-ufba-national-waterway-challenge.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00405/sh1-brynderwyn-hills-road-resurfacing-works.htm">SH1 Brynderwyn Hills Road Resurfacing Works</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 3:20 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/NZ_Transport_Agency">NZ Transport Agency</a></p> <p>Work will take place between 9pm and 5am over five nights, with stop/go traffic management operating during those hours, and a 30km/h temporary speed limit in place. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00405/sh1-brynderwyn-hills-road-resurfacing-works.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00404/ywca-hamilton-to-launch-report-on-young-womens-wellbeing-in-waikato.htm">YWCA Hamilton To Launch Report On Young Women's Wellbeing In Waikato</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 3:00 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/YWCA_Hamilton">YWCA Hamilton</a></p> <p>The findings of this report will be used to guide YWCA Hamilton’s service strategies and provide crucial insights for government agencies, community organisations, and decision-makers to address gender wellbeing inequalities effectively. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00404/ywca-hamilton-to-launch-report-on-young-womens-wellbeing-in-waikato.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00403/extreme-fire-risk-in-parangarahu-lakes-and-baring-headorua-pouanui-causes-park-closure.htm">Extreme Fire Risk In Parangarahu Lakes And Baring Head/Ōrua-pouanui Causes Park Closure</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 2:55 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Greater_Wellington_Te_Pane_Matua_Taiao">Greater Wellington Te Pane Matua Taiao</a></p> <p>The parks are closed between 1pm and 9pm when fire risk is at its highest. The Ridge Track in Baring Head/Ōrua-pouanui is completely closed until further notice. In Parangarahu Lakes, areas with limited options for escape remain closed. Visitors ... <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00403/extreme-fire-risk-in-parangarahu-lakes-and-baring-headorua-pouanui-causes-park-closure.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00402/no-one-wants-to-be-stuck-between-a-rock-and-a-hard-place-rock-scaling-works-planned-for-state-highway-65-higgins-bluff.htm">No One Wants To Be Stuck Between A Rock And A Hard Place -Rock Scaling Works Planned For State Highway 65, Higgins Bluff</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 2:33 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/NZ_Transport_Agency">NZ Transport Agency</a></p> <p>Contractors will be onsite on the Shenandoah Highway near Ariki, from Monday, 10 March, when they will begin rock scaling work on a five-kilometre section of the state highway. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00402/no-one-wants-to-be-stuck-between-a-rock-and-a-hard-place-rock-scaling-works-planned-for-state-highway-65-higgins-bluff.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00401/the-people-behind-kmr-rob-and-mandy-pye.htm">The People Behind KMR … Rob And Mandy Pye</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 2:28 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Kaipara_Moana_Remediation">Kaipara Moana Remediation</a></p> <p>Partnering with Kaipara Moana Remediation has taken that care at Māngere Falls Farm to a whole new level as the couple strive to play their part in reducing sedimentation and siltation in the Kaipara Moana, while leaving a legacy for their children and ... <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00401/the-people-behind-kmr-rob-and-mandy-pye.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00400/quake-remediation-work-for-council-social-housing.htm">Quake-remediation Work For Council Social Housing</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 2:06 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Wellington_City_Council">Wellington City Council</a></p> <p>The Council has reviewed the latest advice in conjunction with the MBIE Seismic Risk Guidance for Buildings and concluded there is nothing within the assessments that indicate that these buildings cannot continue to be lived in prior to works being ... <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00400/quake-remediation-work-for-council-social-housing.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00399/feedback-sought-on-masterton-flood-risk-management-planning.htm">Feedback Sought On Masterton Flood Risk Management Planning</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 1:50 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Greater_Wellington_Te_Pane_Matua_Taiao">Greater Wellington Te Pane Matua Taiao</a></p> <p>Parts of the Masterton urban area are at risk from flooding in a 1% AEP flood (a flood that has a 1:100 chance of occurring in any given year) and severe weather events are likely to become more unpredictable and hazardous due to climate change. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00399/feedback-sought-on-masterton-flood-risk-management-planning.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00398/state-of-the-nation-cnas-key-takeaways.htm">State of the Nation: CNA’s Key Takeaways</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 1:35 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Community_Networks_Aotearoa">Community Networks Aotearoa</a></p> <p>This year’s report focused on the basics—Kai, Kāinga, and Whānau (Food, Housing, and Family). Unfortunately, the findings were sobering. Across all measures, we’re seeing worsening conditions for many in Aotearoa. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00398/state-of-the-nation-cnas-key-takeaways.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00397/minister-bishop-an-opportunity-to-work-with-local-government-in-an-imaginative-way.htm">Minister Bishop: An Opportunity To Work With Local Government In An Imaginative Way</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 1:20 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Horowhenua_District_Council">Horowhenua District Council</a></p> <p>New roads – along with any infrastructure projects – should be built once and built right. And an important part of getting it right is having the best funding model. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00397/minister-bishop-an-opportunity-to-work-with-local-government-in-an-imaginative-way.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00396/regional-council-celebrates-the-power-of-partnerships-at-rangiuru-business-park-milestone.htm">Regional Council Celebrates The Power Of Partnerships At Rangiuru Business Park Milestone</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 1:15 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Toi_Moana_Bay_of_Plenty_Regional_Council">Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional Council</a></p> <p>Bay of Plenty Regional Council Chair Doug Leeder says the Regional Council has been a key supporter of the Rangiuru Business Park throughout a process that has been two decades in the making. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00396/regional-council-celebrates-the-power-of-partnerships-at-rangiuru-business-park-milestone.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00395/serious-crash-sh-39-otorohanga-waikato.htm">Serious Crash: SH 39, Otorohanga, Waikato</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 1:01 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/New_Zealand_Police">New Zealand Police</a></p> <p>Two people have serious injuries and are being transported to hospital. Motorists are advised to avoid SH39 if possible and expect delays in the area. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00395/serious-crash-sh-39-otorohanga-waikato.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00394/a-muggy-and-wet-week-humidity-is-back.htm">A Muggy And Wet Week - Humidity Is Back!</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 12:11 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/MetService">MetService</a></p> <p> Covering period of Monday 17th -Thursday 20th February ‘Warm and moist’ is the name of the game this week with a swath of tropical air over Aotearoa New Zealand. Rain, associated with a low-pressure system from the north, continues to fall on ... <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00394/a-muggy-and-wet-week-humidity-is-back.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00393/police-pleased-to-report-no-significant-issues-at-taumarunui-gang-event.htm">Police Pleased To Report No Significant Issues At Taumarunui Gang Event</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 12:01 pm | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/New_Zealand_Police">New Zealand Police</a></p> <p>No arrests were made and Police did not observe any anti-social or unlawful behaviour. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00393/police-pleased-to-report-no-significant-issues-at-taumarunui-gang-event.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00392/net-migration-falls-in-2024.htm">Net Migration Falls In 2024</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 11:32 am | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Stats_NZ_">Stats NZ </a></p> <p>The main driver of the fall in net migration in 2024 was fewer migrant arrivals of non-New Zealand passport holders. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00392/net-migration-falls-in-2024.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00391/library-association-says-destiny-churchs-actions-not-on.htm">Library Association Says Destiny Church’s Actions Not On!</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 11:24 am | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/LIANZA">LIANZA</a></p> <p>Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki incited his members to storm the library to shut Pride activities down while they were celebrating rainbow communities as part of Pride week. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00391/library-association-says-destiny-churchs-actions-not-on.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00390/amberley-beach-residents-welcome-start-of-bund-renourishment-works.htm">Amberley Beach Residents Welcome Start Of Bund Renourishment Works</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 10:32 am | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Hurunui_District_Council">Hurunui District Council</a></p> <p>The bund was designed by the Amberley Beach Residents and Ratepayers Community last year as one of several options that came out of three years of community-led consultation to proactively manage the risks of coastal inundation. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00390/amberley-beach-residents-welcome-start-of-bund-renourishment-works.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00389/homicide-investigation-underway-in-hastings.htm">Homicide Investigation Underway In Hastings</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 10:20 am | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/New_Zealand_Police">New Zealand Police</a></p> <p>Police are now working to establish exactly what has occurred and the events leading up to this man’s death. Police would ask anyone who was in the area at the time and saw or heard anything to get in touch with Police. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00389/homicide-investigation-underway-in-hastings.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00388/serious-crash-sh-30-roititi-forest.htm">Serious Crash, Sh 30, Roititi Forest</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 10:17 am | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/New_Zealand_Police">New Zealand Police</a></p> <p>The road is closed, and motorists are advised to take an alternate route. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00388/serious-crash-sh-30-roititi-forest.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00387/summer-weekly-water-supply-update-from-watercare.htm">Summer Weekly Water Supply Update From Watercare</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 10:09 am | <a href="https://info.scoop.co.nz/Watercare">Watercare</a></p> <p>Summer Weekly Water Supply Update From Watercare for February 17 - Stable. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00387/summer-weekly-water-supply-update-from-watercare.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00386/orc-welcomes-evaluation-report-work-to-be-done-ce.htm">ORC Welcomes Evaluation Report; 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