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New Zealand Financial Markets Authority: OCR Pass Through Transparency - Delivering Transparency On The Pace At Which Financial Institutions Respond To Changes In The Official Cash Rate
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) sets the official cash rate (OCR) to achieve and maintain price stability (inflation). Banks and other financial institutions like credit unions, building societies and some finance companies use the level of...

New Zealand official says Pacific nations threatened by great power contest over deep sea minerals
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — New Zealand’s defense minister warned in an interview that small countries in the South Pacific face growing pressure from great power competition for their rare minerals and fisheries wealth, and that more action...
Monumental Energy Announces Additional Participation in Production-Focused Workovers in the Taranaki Basin, New Zealand
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 15, 2025-- Monumental Energy Corp. (“ Monumental ” or the “ Company ”) (TSX-V: MNRG; FSE: ZA6; OTCQB: MNMRF) is pleased to announce its plans to participate in four production-focused initiatives...

Vietnam strengthens peacekeeping cooperation with France, New Zealand
Taking place from October 13 to 24, the course equips trainees with theoretical knowledge and practical skills in driving, towing, maintenance, and repair of off-road vehicles. It aims to ensure that the trainees can effectively perform their...

New Zealand Offers RE, Agricultural Expertise To Boost Ties With ASEAN -- PM Luxon
By Nor Baizura Basri KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- New Zealand is offering its expertise and transfer of knowledge to ASEAN member states, particularly in renewable energy (RE) and agriculture, to strengthen ties beyond the 50-year dialogue,...

La Pelle Introduces EndoliftX to New Zealand
In exciting news for local skin health and appearance medicine fans, boutique skin clinic La Pelle has officially introduced the first-ever EndoliftX machine to New Zealand. Founded by Dr. Rachel Lee and based in the upmarket Auckland suburb of...

Ireland urged not to follow New Zealand in changing methane targets
Climate experts have urged Ireland not to follow New Zealand’s footsteps, after it announced significantly weaker methane targets for agriculture based on a new goal of “no additional warming”. New Zealand is the first country in the world to...

Education, Tourism Key Pillars For Stronger ASEAN-New Zealand Ties - Luxon
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- Education and tourism stand as the defining pillars of the ASEAN-New Zealand Partnership, serving as vital conduits for people-to-people connections that drive regional understanding and prosperity in an...

General : Education, Tourism Key Pillars For Stronger ASEAN-New Zealand Ties - Luxon
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- Education and tourism stand as the defining pillars of the ASEAN-New Zealand Partnership, serving as vital conduits for people-to-people connections that drive regional understanding and prosperity in an...

Auckland shopper's butter shock: 'There was mould all over it'
Vincent Arbuckle, the deputy director-general of New Zealand Food Safety, an authority within the Ministry of Primary Industries, confirmed they had received a complaint. “We are looking into the complaint to establish the facts,” Arbuckle said....

NCL doubles down on Australia and New Zealand as local cruising set to soar
Norwegian Cruise Line is here to stay, NCL senior vice president of International Jason Krimmel told trade and consumer media at a harbourside lunch on a glorious sunny Sydney day. The lunch, at Public Dining Room in Balmoral, was held ahead of...
New partnership to BRiDGE the gap between engineering research and practice
The Building Resilience in Design Guidance for Engineering (BRiDGE) programme - launched by the Natural Hazards Commission Toka Tū Ake, MBIE, NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, and Engineering New Zealand - aims to close the gap between research and...

Financial Advice NZ Responds To Westpac’s Commission Structure Changes Acknowledging Industry Engagement & Advocacy
Press Release – Financial Advice New Zealand While we appreciate Westpacs willingness to listen to feedback, it is disappointing that a significant bank lender will no longer recognise the ongoing time and cost required of advisers to service...

NZ Hospitality industry bodies welcome regulatory review
Hospitality New Zealand (Hospitality NZ) and the Restaurant Association welcome the Government’s announcement that the hospitality industry will be the focus of the next Ministry of Regulation industry review. Minister of Regulation, Hon David...

OPALCO renewable energy community meetings recap
Submitted by OPALCO. A few weeks ago, the OPALCO team held a series of community meetings about local, renewable energy. The meetings were held at all three major islands to engage co-op members on the energy future of San Juan County. At each...

Garbage Announce 2025 Australian and New Zealand Dates, Dedicated to Michael Gudinski
Garbage are finally making their long-awaited return to Australia and New Zealand this December, marking their first headline tour down under in nearly a decade. Frontier Touring today confirmed four shows across Auckland, Melbourne, Adelaide, and...

Best New Zealand Music of the Week: October 6th-12
Stay up to date with New Zealand music releases with Rolling Stone AU/NZ’s weekly roundup. Check out the best new music from Aotearoa acts released between October 6th-12 below! RIIKI REID – DRENCH RIIKI REID’s highly anticipated project DRENCH is...

Seafood New Zealand Statement On Waikato Regional Coastal Plan
Press Release – Seafood New Zealand Seafood New Zealand stands by the sectors commitment to responsible fisheries stewardship and sustainable management, and the importance the industry places on healthy fisheries and marine ecosystems. Seafood...

New Zealand Businesses Face Critical Skills Crisis As 87% Struggle To Fill Roles Locally
Press Release – Working In Ltd Working In survey reveals overwhelming dependence on migrant workers with significant economic returns A comprehensive survey of hundreds of New Zealand employers has exposed the severity of the country’s skills...
Pacific voices urge experts to 'decolonise' adaptation at New Zealand's largest climate forum
Talia told RNZ Pacific he feels adaptation is generally presented in a Western lens. Photo: Supplied: Hall Contracting Pacific leaders believe climate experts are missing an opportunity to incorporate indigenous knowledge into adaptation measures....