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1 year ago

Waikato solar farms set to slash carbon emissions and create hundreds of jobs

In the heart of the picturesque Waikato region, a transformative and eco-friendly change is on the horizon. Two ambitious solar farm projects are set...

1 year ago

Unravelling the housing market dilemma: insights from the Reserve Bank of New Zealand's discussion paper

A Discussion Paper published by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand on Thursday examined the two types of unsustainability that influence housing market. The...

1 year ago

Electronic card transactions surge in March 2023, driven by retail industries

Spending in retail industries increased by 0.7% ($45 million) in March 2023 compared to February 2023, according to data published by Stats NZ...

1 year ago

Major water reforms announced: savings of $2,770-$5,400 per household projected by 20541

The New Zealand Government has announced plans to establish 10 new regionally owned and led public water entities following consultation with local governments,

1 year ago

New Zealand's ballerina sponge dances its way to the top 10 new marine species of 2022 list

Move over Black Swan, there's a new ballerina in town, and it's a sponge. The Ballerina sponge, scientifically known as Latrunculia (Latrunculia) tutu, has...

1 year ago

DOC and Te Rūnanga o Kaikōura increase patrols to protect pāua in Hikurangi Marine Reserve

As the recreational pāua fishing season in Kaikōura is set to open this month, the Department of Conservation (DOC) and Te Rūnanga o Kaikōura...

1 year ago

Akaroa: a blend of Māori, French and British heritage nestled in an ancient volcanic cradle

Nestled 84 km south-east of Christchurch and roughly 25 km east of Little River, Akaroa is a picturesque township on the eastern side of...