* The adult minimum wage will rise to $23.50 an hour from April 2025.
* The increase supports workers while balancing economic recovery and business stability.
* Starting-out and training wage rates remain at 80 per cent of the adult rate.
The adult minimum wage in New Zealand will increase by 1.
* Kiwi Econet's edible bale netting offers a sustainable alternative to plastic netting.
* Southland farmer Grant Lightfoot created the product, inspired while working as a diver.
* Farmers worldwide are showing strong interest, including requests from Texas.
A Southland farmer's innovative edible bale netting is gaining worldwide attention,
Anna Star is someone who truly lives up to her surname.
Highly respected for the positive impact she makes across all facets of life, Mrs Star was bestowed with a Community Service Award today by Southland District Council and the Fiordland Community Board.
The award was presented by Mayor Rob
A jewel of the Fiordland community was celebrated today.
Judy Matthews received a Community Service Award from Southland District Council and the Fiordland Community Board, reflecting her outstanding commitment to the area.
The award was presented by Mayor Rob Scott, who said she was a “driving force” behind many community
President Trump delivers an address to a joint session of Congress.
Related:
Watch: Trump And Zelensky Clash In Heated Oval Office Debate
Watch: Joe Rogan Interviews Donald Trump
* Environment Southland reported a rise in illegal dumping, including rubbish, vehicles, and animal carcasses.
* The council recovered costs for only a few incidents, putting pressure on its budget.
* A potential rates increase may be needed to cover cleanup and enforcement efforts.
Illegal dumping is becoming a costly issue for Southlanders,
* Meridian and NZAS have agreed on a 50MW power reduction for winter 2025.
* The reduction will take effect from 10 March to 31 August 2025.
* Meridian may call for further demand reductions in April 2026.
Meridian Energy Limited and New Zealand Aluminium Smelters Limited (NZAS) have reached an agreement to
* Trump insists he is neutral, focused on securing peace, and aligned with global stability.
* Zelensky challenges Trump's approach, citing past Russian actions and broken agreements.
* JD Vance accuses Zelensky of disrespecting US support, urging appreciation for American aid.
A tense and fiery discussion unfolded in the Oval Office
Your link has expired. Please request a new one.
Your link has expired. Please request a new one.
Your link has expired. Please request a new one.
Great! You've successfully signed up.
Great! You've successfully signed up.
Welcome back! You've successfully signed in.
Success! You now have access to additional content.
