Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd has announced a 50-cent increase in its forecast Farmgate Milk Price midpoint for the 2024/25 season, bringing it to $8.50 per kgMS. This adjustment is accompanied by an uplift in the FY25 Advance Rate Schedule, ensuring that farmers will receive higher payments earli
Rugby fans are set for an exciting night this Saturday, August 24th, as the Southland Stags take on Taranaki in a special match at Rugby Park, Invercargill. This event, part of the ILT 80th Anniversary celebrations, promises a thrilling evening filled with rugby action and a post-match fireworks dis
The Government has unveiled a new subcategory under the Specific Purpose Work Visa (SPWV) to provide much-needed relief to employers facing upcoming seasonal peaks. Immigration Minister Erica Stanford announced that this initiative aims to address the significant demand for additional workers across
The Commerce Commission has released its Final Report on competition in New Zealand’s personal banking sector, highlighting the potential for a stronger Kiwibank to disrupt the dominance of the four major retail banks. The report also positions open banking as a crucial “game-changer,” which could s
The Southland Boys’ High School Board has announced the appointment of Ray Laurenson as the new Rector of Southland Boys’ High School. Laurenson’s selection followed a thorough recruitment process managed by EDSOL NZ, attracting a significant number of high-calibre candidates. Co-Presiding member Em
Colin Smith, the now-former Chair of the Oreti Community Board, was ousted from his position during a tense meeting held on Monday evening. The meeting, which took place in Winton Memorial Hall, attracted more than 100 people, many of whom were there to support Smith. The decision to remove Smith wa
Meridian Energy Limited and New Zealand Aluminium Smelters Limited (NZAS) have reached a new agreement that will see NZAS provide an additional 20MW per hour of demand response. This move is in addition to the previous demand response option exercised by Meridian on 21 July 2024. The agreement means
Christopher Luxon has made significant gains in the latest 1News Verian poll, with his support as the preferred prime minister rising by 5% to reach 28%. This marks Luxon’s most significant lift since assuming leadership. The poll, conducted between August 10 and 14, surveyed 1,001 eligible voters a
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