New Zealand

New Zealand’s fuel reserves have lifted in the latest official update, offering some reassurance as global uncertainty continues to influence supply chains. Fresh data from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment shows petrol and diesel stocks have both increased since the previous snapshot. Petrol rose to 59.3

The Government has released updated measures under its National Fuel Plan as global uncertainty grows due to conflict in the Middle East. Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones said the changes are designed to ensure New Zealand remains prepared for any disruption to fuel supply. Read

Two new labrador puppies from Invercargill have recently joined the K9 Medical Detection bowel cancer detection squad. Each puppy costs $85,000 to raise from 8 weeks to 12 months when they are ready to start cancer odour detection work. The Invercargill Licensing Trust (ILT) is one of the southern

A huge increase in the number of space launches allowed from New Zealand will enable our space and advanced aviation sectors to continue their rapid growth, Space Minister Judith Collins and Environment Minister Penny Simmonds announced on Thursday 12th February. “The permitted number of launches will rise from 100 to

The Government has announced major changes to New Zealand’s Graduated Driver Licensing System (GDLS), marking the first significant update since 2011. The changes aim to simplify the process, reduce costs, and make it easier for young people to obtain a full driver licence. Transport Minister Chris Bishop said, “These

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has announced that the 2026 General Election will be held on Saturday 7 November. “Continuing the recent tradition of announcing the election date early in the year ensures New Zealanders have certainty,” Mr Luxon says. “Kiwis can also have certainty that our Government will continue governing

Invercargill career firefighters are not giving up on better working conditions for staff, with a 7th strike set down for Boxing Day. Station officer Aaron Ramsay, also the union representative in the south, said a meeting held on Tuesday December 23rd will confirm if it’s going ahead or not,

The Government has today confirmed the establishment of a new Ministry of Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport (MCERT), to support the Government’s ambitious reform agenda in housing, transport, urban development and the environment. The new Ministry will bring together the Ministry for the Environment, the Ministry of Housing and