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Vocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds is overseeing huge changes to New Zealand's vocational education system. But after years of reform, could training providers stand alone as Te Pūkenga is dismantled? Related: OPINION: Putting Polytechnics Back in Local HandsBy Hon Penny Simmonds, Minister for Vocational Education Vocational education is

Surcharges on in-store payments will be banned by May 2026 to ease costs for consumers. Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson said the change would help New Zealanders save millions annually and make shopping more straightforward. “Surcharges are a hassle and an unwelcome surprise when shoppers get to the

Vocational Education Minister, Penny Simmonds, has announced the appointment of Yvonne Browning MNZM to a vacant position on the Board of the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC). “I am pleased to confirm the appointment of Mrs Browning to this role. She is passionate about ensuring students, particularly young women, can realise

Due to work on the PowerNet Awarua Network Project, Motu Rimu Road will be closed from SH1 Bluff Highway to Tiwai Road from Thursday 24th July through to Tuesday 29th July. - No access from SH1 Bluff highway to Motu Rimu Road - No access from Motu Rimu Road to

The iconic brown trout statue in Gore has been defaced in a protest led by Greenpeace, drawing sharp criticism from Federated Farmers and sparking fresh debate over water quality and environmental activism. On Tuesday night, Greenpeace added cartoon-style crosses over the statue’s eyes and altered the nearby welcome sign

Council staff caught up with Naylor Love Site Manager Iain Chapman for a behind-the-scenes look at one of Invercargill’s biggest projects — the construction of the new Museum of Southland. It’s exciting to see community space come together!

Sky TV has announced it will buy Discovery New Zealand for $1, taking full ownership of the broadcaster behind TV3 and the streaming platform ThreeNow. Discovery NZ is currently owned by global media giant Warner Bros. Discovery. The NZX-listed company said the acquisition would be completed on a cash-free, debt-free

* Nitrate levels in Gore’s water supply have remained below limits for three days straight * Continuous monitoring will continue this week despite lifting the do not drink notice * Council praises community response and staff dedication during the recent water issue The Gore District Council has officially lifted the do not