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Celebrating Pink Shirt Day

Ben O'Connell May 17, 2024
Friday, 17 May, marks Pink Shirt Day across Aotearoa, New Zealand. It’s a day when schools, workplaces and communities come together to eliminate bullying by celebrating diversity and promoting kindness…
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Shrinkflation

Shrinkflation in New Zealand

Ben O'Connell May 16, 2024
How dare companies charge us more for less!? The tactic, known as shrinkflation, allows companies to charge more without changing the product’s price. Instead, they decrease the size of the…
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Westpacs Dire Economic Outlook

Westpac’s Dire Economic Outlook

Ben O'Connell May 15, 2024
Westpac has forecast a tough grind this winter with inflation and unemployment growing, impacting households and businesses alike. Westpac Chief Economist Kelly Eckhold commented, “Households and businesses will feel uncomfortable…
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Operating Theatre

AI in the Operating Theatre

Ben O'Connell May 15, 2024
You may not think artificial intelligence could be useful in surgery, but new research shows it can help tackle major challenges. New research out of the University of Auckland shows…
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ACC Facing 390 Job Cuts

ACC Facing 390 Job Cuts

Ben O'Connell May 10, 2024
ACC is set to cut 390 jobs, which equals a 9 percent reduction of its workforce. 81 of these roles are currently vacant. The organisation wasn’t given a savings target…
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Climate Change

New Research on Emotions and Climate Change

Ben O'Connell May 10, 2024
New research out of the University of Canterbury explores the crucial role emotions play in behaviour change and decision-making when acting sustainably. Her latest research investigates the “intersection of emotions…
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Rent

National Median Rent Jumps Eight Percent

Ben O'Connell May 7, 2024
New Zealand’s national rental prices have hit an all-time high. Trade Me’s latest Rental Price Index has revealed that the national median rent jumped to a record-breaking $650 in March,…
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Open Christchurch This Weekend

Ben O'Connell May 3, 2024
50 open buildings, four guided walks, three landscapes, three special events and over 40 activities. From expert talks and tours to workshops, Open Christchurch 2024 is a celebration of Ōtautahi’s…
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Could Driver Licences

Could Driver Licences Become Digital?

Ben O'Connell May 3, 2024
By Ben O’Connell In a statement on Monday afternoon, Transport Minister Simeon Brown and Digitising Government Minister Judith Collins said the new Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) app is…
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Archaeology

It’s New Zealand Archaeology Week!

Ben O'Connell May 2, 2024
By Ben O’Connel Organised by the New Zealand Archaeological Association (NZAA), Archaeology Week aims to raise public awareness about archaeology in New Zealand, also known as Aotearoa. It highlights the…
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Workers Memorial Day

What Workers’ Memorial Day Means

Ben O'Connell April 30, 2024
An international trade union movement, Workers’ Memorial Day honours those working people who were sadly killed and injured because of their work. The day, recognised last weekend, honours all workers…
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Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year Boosts Local Tourism

Ben O'Connell April 17, 2024
Chinese New Year boosted the number of visitor arrivals to New Zealand from China in February 2024, according to data released by Stats NZ today. There were 37,900 visitor arrivals…
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Pet Bonds

Pet Bonds Announced

Ben O'Connell April 16, 2024
Today the coalition Government has announced changes to the Residential Tenancies Act to give tenants with pets more choice when looking for rental property, says the Housing Minister Chris Bishop.…
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