September 19th, 2024

News

1 year ago

RBNZ increases Official Cash Rate to 5.25% to curb inflation

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) has increased the Official Cash Rate (OCR) today by 50 basis points from 4.75% to...

1 year ago

Taupō volcano sees decrease in earthquakes but uplift in lake floor continues

GeoNet has reported a decrease in the number of earthquakes at Taupō Volcano over the past few weeks, and the seismic activity is almost...

1 year ago

SIT construction trades scholarship to help build Awarua Rūnaka Waituna Lagoon Education Centre

Southern Institute of Technology’s Business Division, Te Pūkenga, has launched a new construction trades scholarship program for Māori and Pasifika students, according...

1 year ago

Selwyn Waihora Water Zone Committee recommends allocation of $42,000 for projects in 2023

The Selwyn Waihora Water Zone Committee has recommended the allocation of $42,000 from its Action Plan budget to support projects that align with its...

1 year ago

Greenhouse gas emissions in New Zealand fall by 3.5% in September 2022 quarter

New Zealand's greenhouse gas emissions have fallen by 3.5 percent (696 kilotonnes) in the September 2022 quarter, according to data released by...