Source: New Zealand Police
Two people have been recovered from a house on Welcome Bay Road, Papamoa, this evening after it was extensively damaged by a landslide early today.
Both people are sadly deceased.
Police are working to support their loved ones at this incredibly difficult time.
The deaths have been referred to the Coroner.
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LiveNews: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/01/22/two-recovered-from-welcome-bay-property/
Source: New Zealand Police
State Highway 2 near the intersection with Aerodrome Road, Dannevirke is blocked following a crash this morning.
The crash was reported to Police at 5.15am.
Information on injuries is not available at this time but an update will be issued as soon as possible.
Motorists are asked to take alternative routes where possible.
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LiveNews: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/01/23/state-highway-2-dannevirke-blocked-following-crash/
Source: Worksafe New Zealand
With clean up and rescue efforts underway in storm-damaged parts of the country, WorkSafe is urging workers to be aware of the risks associated with the aftermath of extreme weather events.
Many areas of the country are grappling with flooding, slips, downed power lines, debris and waterlogged ground.
WorkSafe’s Acting Northern Regional Manager Jason Gibson says workers need to be aware of how those changes can affect them.
“For floodwater, silt and debris there’s a high risk it’s contaminated with things like farm run-off, sewage and chemicals which can make you sick. For workers involved in the clean up, they need to take precautions like wearing appropriate PPE .”
He says there’s also an increased risk of outbreaks of the water-borne disease leptospirosis and if workers feel unsafe, they need to speak up.
There are also risks posed by households without power using portable generators and gas barbeques.
“These should be used in a well-ventilated place so exhaust gases can escape safely – we don’t want people breathing them in,” says Jason Gibson.
“The last thing we want is to have incidents and injuries in the aftermath of this serious weather event. We have a lot of guidance available on our website designed to keep people safe and get everyone home in one piece.”
For more information, see Natural events and emergencies
Some tips for staying safe during the clean up:
LiveNews: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/01/22/worksafe-tips-for-staying-safe-during-storm-recovery/
Source: New Zealand Government
The Minister of Social Development and Employment Hon Louise Upston has kicked off the new year meeting with Timaru employers and encouraging them to hire jobseekers in the first instance.
The Minister is reminding companies how the Ministry of Social Development (MSD) can support their businesses by helping them get staff with the right skills and who are the right fit.
MSD’s Timaru Business After 5 event was an opportunity to talk more about how MSD and local employers can work together to meet workforce needs.
Minister Upston said it was good to see a strong relationship between major employer Fonterra and MSD. The MSD team had worked at both a national and regional level to understand and meet Fonterra’s workforce needs.
“I’ve been pleased to see MSD build trust and confidence with local employers by understanding their business, and their goals and workplace culture to find a match with local job seekers.”
“Every person and every business is different. MSD will take the time to learn what matters, connecting with local and ready-to-work talent, from the country’s largest pool of job seekers.”
“Recruitment isn’t just about filling a role — it’s about unlocking potential and creating lasting opportunities. Partnering with MSD helps businesses succeed while achieving employment goals.”
“In MSD’s Southern region, 81 percent of people receiving Jobseeker Support for less than a year have previous work experience, and around 47 percent have worked in moderately to highly skilled jobs. This shows MSD has people ready to start work now.
Employers of any size or industry are encouraged to get in touch with MSD. They’re available to connect you with the right people.” Louise Upston says.
LiveNews: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/01/22/supporting-south-cantabrians-into-work/
Source: New Zealand Police
Police are appealing for witnesses of an assault in Nelson earlier this month, to come forward.
On Saturday 10 January, Police received a report that a person had been assaulted the night before [Friday 9 January], around 11pm, on Collingwood Street.
The victim sustained serious injuries and is understandably very shaken by the incident.
Police are wanting to speak with a man and a woman who potentially witnessed the assault and tried to help the victim.
If this was you, or if you have any information that can assist Police in our enquiries, please contact 105, either online or over the phone, and reference file number 260110/8205.
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LiveNews: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/01/22/appeal-for-information-following-assault-nelson/
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency
Update: 22 January 2026 – Consultation opens on South Island speed limit changes
Public consultation is now open on proposed speed limit changes on sections of state highways in Canterbury, Southland and on the West Coast (see more in the December release below).
From today, people can view the various proposals and have their say in short surveys here:
Targeted speed limit reviews – Canterbury, West Coast, Southland
Feedback needs to be provided by 6 March 2026.
We encourage all those with an interest in these speed limits to have their say.
19 December 2025 – Speed limit changes proposed
Targeted speed limit changes are being proposed on state highways across the South Island after community concerns were raised about safety.
Next month, New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) will open public consultations for people to have their say on these proposed changes in Canterbury, on the West Coast and in Southland.
The proposed speed limit changes include the following:
*Intersection Speed Zones (ISZs) feature electronic signage that temporarily lower the speed limit when a vehicle approaches to turn from or onto a side road.
“These proposed changes are highly targeted, covering just 12 kilometres of the South Island’s 5000km state highway network, but they will make a real difference where it matters most,” says NZTA director of regional relationships for the central and lower South Island, James Caygill.
“We’re focused on saving lives and reducing serious injuries without adding unnecessary delays for drivers.”
Each proposal meets the requirements of the Government’s Setting of Speed Limits Rule 2024, which mandates six weeks of public consultation before decisions are finalised. New limits will become legally enforceable once signs are installed and uncovered.
NZTA’s targeted approach to state highway speed management under the 2024 Rule prioritises:
Visit below for more information, including how to suggest a speed change. This website will be updated with full consultation details and feedback options for the proposed changes above, in late January 2026.
State highway speed management
An area of State Highway 1 below at the north end of Temuka, where a reduction to the speed limit is proposed.
LiveNews: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/01/22/consultation-opens-on-south-island-speed-limit-changes/
Source: New Zealand Police
Search efforts are ongoing across the Bay of Plenty as emergency services work to rescue people in slips the region.
Bay of Plenty District Commander, Superintendent Tim Anderson says two rescue operations are concurrently running at Mount Maunganui and Welcome Bay Road.
“Police, alongside Fire and Emergency New Zealand are working to locate and rescue people trapped in a landslide that came down off Mount Maunganui at 9:30am today.
“Work is also continuing to locate two people that are unaccounted for after a slip came down towards properties on Welcome Bay Road overnight.”
Members of the Mount Maunganui campsite have been evacuated and directed to the nearby Surf Club.
Police are urging members of the public to avoid the Mount to allow emergency services to have the space to work safely.
“The last thing we need is rubberneckers in the area.”
A number of roads around the Bay of Plenty remain closed, people are advised to not travel unless it is absolutely necessary to.
Superintendent Anderson commends the bravery shown by staff responding to these events described as ‘one in 100 years events.’
“We have already seen countless examples over the last 24 hours of Police staff putting their lives at risk to protect members of the public through evacuations.
“A number of additional staff were rostered to work overnight to assist with evacuations and our emergency response.
“This community is a very tight-knit community, and now more than ever, we need to band together to support one another.
“Police are offering ongoing support to those impacted by the weather, and will continue to provide necessary support for the community.”
We’re asking people to reach out to anyone they know in the Bay of Plenty to ensure they are safe and well.
If you cannot get hold of somebody, or are worried about them, you can contact Police via 105, either over the phone or online at 105.police.govt.nz
You can also visit the Police website here to make a report if you cannot get hold of somebody, or report yourself safe if you are in an impacted area.
If you or anybody else is in a life-threatening situation, please call 111.
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LiveNews: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/01/22/search-efforts-continue-as-several-people-remain-unaccounted-for-across-western-bay-of-plenty/
Source: New Zealand Police
Police have arrested 18 people as part of Operation Thor, a targeted operation focused on burglary, theft, vehicle crime, firearms offending and drug activity in the Feilding area.
Over the last two months, Police have carried out a series of search warrants and enquiries and as a result, several arrests have been made, stolen property recovered as well as firearms, ammunition and drugs seized.
The operation, led by Sergeant Mike Linton, was launched in response to a rise in offending and information from the community about repeat criminal behaviour across the Feilding area.
Sergeant Linton says Operation Thor is about preventing harm and targeting those causing harm in our town and wider community.
“Our focus as a team is on identifying offenders who are driving crime in Feilding and disrupting that behaviour,” he says.
“This operation shows what can be achieved when crime is reported and Police work closely with the community. This is just the beginning, and we will continue to target and focus on those causing harm and offending here.”
Several male and females aged between 18-30 are facing a range of charges including burglary, theft, unlawful possession of firearms, possession of drugs and further charges are likely as enquiries continue.”
Police will continue working on Operation Thor and hold those to account who offend in our community.
Police encourage anyone with information about crime in their area to contact Police on 105 or report anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
In an emergency, call 111.
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LiveNews: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/01/22/success-as-feilding-police-arrest-burglars-locate-ammunition-firearms-and-drugs/
Source: NZ Department of Conservation
Date: 22 January 2026
DOC manages dozens of popular visitor sites across the Coromandel Peninsula, including numerous campsites, tracks and the world-renowned Mautohe Cathedral Cove.
It is unclear what impact this week’s weather event has had on DOC’s sites, and with significant transport network issues DOC staff have not been able to carry out inspections to determine the scale of damage.
DOC’s Coromandel Operations Manager Nick Kelly says the idyllic north Coromandel campsites at Port Jackson, Stony Bay, Fantail Bay, Fletcher Bay and Waikawau have been closed immediately until assessments can be carried out.
“Customers with bookings for those four sites will be refunded or rebooked,” Nick says.
“Kauaeranga, Broken Hills and Wentworth campsites and the Pinnacles Hut in southern Coromandel are also closed for tonight (22 January) and will be reassessed in the morning. Bookings for the hut for 22 January are being refunded or rebooked.”
DOC staff instructed visitors at Pinnacles Hut and Kauaeranga Valley to self-evacuate on Wednesday 21 January. The track to Pinnacles Hut will need to be assessed by DOC staff before the hut is reopened.
Nick acknowledges the decision to cancel bookings and close the campsites will disappoint and frustrate some customers, but it is the right thing to do as Coromandel response services and national agencies work on the clean-up.
The popular track to Mautohe Cathedral Cove was closed on Tuesday and will not reopen for Auckland Anniversary Weekend as DOC staff cannot safely access it to undertake inspections. Visitors should not use the track.
Nick says Mautohe Cathedral Cove’s geology means slips, landslides and rockfall can occur several days after a rain event – a risk DOC must manage to ensure visitor safety.
Although other DOC tracks across Coromandel are not formally closed, anyone planning a walk on a track should be alert to the possibility of landslides, washouts, or downed trees. Damage should be reported to DOC via 0800 DOC HOT (0800 362 468).
“The scale of damage across DOC’s wider network of tracks in Coromandel remains unknown,” Nick says. “We will likely need several days to undertake inspections, assess, and plan for any repairs needed.”
People visiting DOC sites are urged to exercise caution and reconsider their plans given the Peninsula has been saturated by rain and will need several days to clean up.
Visitors should check the DOC website for alerts on tracks or facilities – these alerts will publicise closures as needed following inspections. People are also urged to check websites and social media channels for Thames Coromandel District Council, Hauraki District Council and NZTA.
Nature isn’t scenery. Nature is a society that we rely on for everything, every day. It’s behind our identity and our way of life.
LiveNews: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/01/22/caution-urged-as-doc-assesses-weather-damage/
Source: New Zealand Police
Please attribute to Senior Sergeant Carl Fowlie, Waitematā North Police:
Police are winding down its presence near the Mahurangi River for the day, as part of the search for a man missing near Warkworth.
At 7.41am on 21 January, Police were advised the man had been swept away in water.
While the water level in the river has dropped about a metre today, conditions are still not suitable for further searching.
Police Search and Rescue have been in the area this afternoon.
Police have deployed drones to carry out aerial searches.
Unfortunately the man and his vehicle have yet to be located and remain missing.
Police will continue to monitor water levels moving into Friday, and we will reassess search efforts tomorrow.
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Jarred Williamson/NZ Police
LiveNews: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/01/22/warkworth-search-water-levels-still-high-searching-pauses-for-today/
Source: PHARMAC
Pharmac is proposing to fund new treatment options for people living with cystic fibrosis with eligible mutations, including young children, from 1 April 2026.
The proposal includes:
Around 35 people are expected to benefit in the first year, increasing to 47 people after five years.
“Trikafta has already changed the lives of hundreds of New Zealanders with cystic fibrosis,” says Pharmac’s Director Pharmaceuticals, Adrienne Martin.
“Since we funded it in 2023 for people aged 6 years and above, over 400 people have benefitted. We are now proposing to fund Trikafta for more people so it can be used as soon as clinically appropriate, regardless of age.”
Cystic fibrosis is a long‑term condition that affects around 500 New Zealanders, including children. There is no cure, and people with the condition often have shorter lives.
“Cystic fibrosis starts causing harm very early in life. Funding these medicines for all age groups would help more young children with Cystic fibrosis live longer, healthier lives,” says Martin. “It would also mean children could begin treatment as soon as clinically appropriate, giving families greater peace of mind.”
Currently, Trikafta has Medsafe regulatory approval for use in people aged two years and older, and Alyftrek for children aged six and older.
“Funding these treatments would also benefit the health system,” says Martin. “People wouldn’t need to visit the hospital as often and they’d need less treatment.”
Pharmac is seeking feedback on the proposal from people with cystic fibrosis, their whānau, healthcare professionals, advocacy groups, and other interested people.
“Your feedback will help us make sure the proposal is workable, and improves access to treatment,” says Martin.
Consultation closes at 5pm, Wednesday 11 February 2026. Feedback can be submitted through the online form. All feedback received before the closing date will be considered before a decision is made.
LiveNews: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/01/22/pharmac-proposes-to-fund-life-changing-treatments-for-people-with-cystic-fibrosis/
Source: New Zealand Police
Attributable to Inspector Simon De Wit, Acting Wairarapa Area Commander:
Police will maintain a highly visible presence in Masterton on Friday in response to a gang-related funeral scheduled to occur in the area.
We anticipate an influx of gang members travelling into Masterton from across the Wairarapa and other regions to attend the event.
Police have been clear in communicating expectations, ensuring there is no threatening or intimidating behaviour, and that gang insignia is not worn or displayed in any public place in breach of current legislation.
Officers will be actively monitoring the situation and will respond swiftly to any issues that arise. Any reports of unlawful behaviour will be dealt with appropriately.
We encourage anyone who witnesses illegal activity to contact Police immediately on 111. Non urgent matters can be reported via 105, either online or by phone.
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LiveNews: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/01/22/gang-funeral-masterton/
Source: New Zealand Government
Associate Health Minister David Seymour welcomes public consultation on Pharmac’s proposal to fund Trikafta and Alyftrek for children with cystic fibrosis, regardless of their age.
Pharmac’s proposal, if feedback is positive, will be effective from 1 April 2026.
The proposal includes:
“Pharmac is now consulting the public on this proposal. It includes funding Trikafta and Alyftrek for children of all ages with cystic fibrosis. The proposal has had significant support from the cystic fibrosis community, so we are expecting positive feedback,” Mr Seymour says.
“Trikafta and Alyftrek would be funded for all age groups. Doctors would be able to use their clinical judgement to prescribe either of these medicines to any patient who would benefit.
“These treatments are lifechanging for Kiwis living with cystic fibrosis and their families. If approved, this proposal would give children access to these lifechanging treatments as soon as clinically appropriate. Cystic fibrosis can cause harm very early in life, so waiting to meet age-based eligibility criteria is not an option.
“In 2023 Pharmac funded Trikafta for children with cystic fibrosis who were 6 years or older in 2023. This left out children under 6 years old with cystic fibrosis. Parents had to choose; wait until children were old enough, pay hundreds of thousands of dollars per year for treatment privately, or move overseas.
“This has been made possible through Pharmac’s commitment to working with the cystic fibrosis community. It is a great example of what is possible when Pharmac works alongside patients.
“We’re making the system work better for the people it serves. When people can access their medicines easily, they stay healthier for longer. It also reduces pressure on other parts of the health system.
“Now Pharmac wants to hear from people with cystic fibrosis, their family, healthcare professionals, advocacy groups, and other interested people.”
Consultation closes at 5pm, Wednesday 11 February 2026. Have your say here: https://www.pharmac.govt.nz/news-and-resources/consultations-and-decisions/2026-01-proposal-to-widen-access-to-trikafta-and-kalydeco-and-fund-alyftrek-for-the-treatment-of-cystic-fibrosis
LiveNews: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/01/22/pharmac-proposes-funding-lifechanging-cystic-fibrosis-medication-for-all-ages/
Source: New Zealand Police
Please attribute to Commissioner Richard Chambers:
New Zealand Police is celebrating a record-breaking year with 100 former officers rejoining in 2025. Last year was by far the largest year in history for rejoins, with more than double the previous record number when 40 officers rejoined in 2023.
“I’m thrilled that we had 100 former officers return to constabulary positions in 2025. So many former staff deciding to get back in blue highlights what a positive, rewarding and unique career being a police officer is.
“Our rejoining officers are telling us they made the decision to come back because they missed supporting their communities and the camaraderie of working on the frontline. They’re reenergised with an even greater appreciation for the important work Police does every day.
“Experienced officers are worth their weight in gold. They’ve brought back years of institutional knowledge, strengthened our capability, and filled critical skills gaps for specialist roles across the country.
“16 of the 100 rejoins are detectives. It takes a lot of dedication and specialist training to become qualified for this role.”
Most former officers who have been away for less than seven years are eligible to rejoin instead of having to go back through the full 20 weeks of training at the Royal New Zealand Police College.
“In addition to the 100 officers who rejoined there are also 41 rejoins still working their way through our application pipeline or waiting for a vacancy in a specific role or area.
“We have seen how rejoins are bolstering our frontline and made a conscious effort to attract and recruit them. This included our creative marketing late last year where we targeted those that moved to Australian police jurisdictions to get them to come home.
“While we have had some success from targeting officers in Australia, the majority of last year’s 100 rejoins had moved away from a policing altogether for reasons such as trying a new career or because of family commitments. It’s great to see them returning to the service after a short break with a newfound passion for the role.
“The wealth of knowledge rejoins bring with them has been critical for supporting the 788 new police officers that graduated last year.
“If you were once a police officer and have been thinking about getting back in blue get in touch with our rejoins team through www.newcops.govt.nz to find out more.”
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LiveNews: https://livenews.co.nz/2026/01/21/police-make-history-with-100-former-officers-rejoining-in-2025/
Source: Radio New Zealand
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Bands of heavy rain are expected to spread south across the motu on Wednesday, as orange heavy rain warnings continue for Northland, Coromandel, Rotorua and Gisborne. It comes after days of downpours flooded areas of the north, washing out roads and cutting power.
People in Auckland and Waikato are also warned to expect strong gales through the day, as well as potential heavy rain across the region and in large parts of the South Island.
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Source: Radio New Zealand
Bevon Jacobs has been the form batter of the domestic Super Smash competition. Photosport
Bevon Jacobs’ scorching Super Smash form has not gone unnoticed, even if it’s not quite enough to secure a spot at next month’s T20 World Cup.
The Auckland Aces batter was an unlucky omission from the Black Caps squad, a casualty of the its increasing depth.
National coach Rob Walter admits it would be nice to have a squad of 20 for the tournament.
“Unfortunately, there are only 15 spots, but most importantly, we have a guy who is performing very well at home, who is very confident in his game and would be ready to jump at an opportunity, if it came his way.”
Jacobs has been sensational in the domestic T20 competition, hammering six consecutive half-centuries at an average of 90 across seven innings.
‘Watching him go about his business and seeing him play the way he has played, long may that continue,” Walter said. “He has a real hunger for growth, and it’s nice to be in position where we have players in and out of the squad, who can come in and do a job for their country.”
Jacobs will get the chance to press his claims further, as he joins the Black Caps in India for a five-match T20 series.
Staying on in India after his strong performances in the one-dayer will be Kristian Clarke, who played a starring role in his maiden series, claiming seven wickets – including master Virat Kohli twice – across the three games.
“A lot has been made about what a historical achievement it was and the make-up of squad makes it more special – eight newbies in India for the first time,” Walter said. “It is a unique experience, and I was chuffed at how they rose to the occasion and delivered.”
Although the World Cup is just around the corner, Walter said the side were still focussed on the task at hand.
“It’s incredibly important to be present in this series and not look beyond that,” he said. “Playing in India is part of the cricketing experience growing up that you dream about and that doesn’t change.”
A newlook side will contest the T20 series, with just a handful backing up from the one-dayers, but Walter has no concerns about losing momentum with the personnel change.
Black Caps celebrate their one-day series win in India. Photosport
“The foundations have been set for some time now,” he said. “We expect those players to fit back into the group quite seamlessly.
“Everyone has been very active, so its more about coming together.”
The Black Caps will sweat on the fitness of allrounder Michael Bracewell, who suffered a calf injury in the series win at Indore.
“The prognosis is fairly positive, so we are hopeful his name will still be on that list.”
Walter said his 11 for the World Cup were pretty well set in stone.
“It is a broad continuum of conditions that you can be thrown in India, but we have a pretty strong idea and some wonderful combinations.
“Any team you put on the field, you expect them to compete to win.”
The first T20 at Nagpur begins at 2.30am Thursday NZT.
Black Caps T20 Squad v India
Mitchell Santner (c), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Bevon Jacobs, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Robinson, Ish Sodhi
*Kristian Clarke (games 1,2 & 3)
Black Caps T20 World Cup squad
Mitchell Santner (c), Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, Adam Milne, James Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Seifert, Ish Sodhi
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Source: Radio New Zealand
Sharesies logo. Supplied
Last year was a record-breaking year for the do-it-yourself (DIY) Sharesies investment platform, with investors well-positioned for further investments in 2026.
Investor confidence jumped to a three-year high in the last three months of 2025, with the index peaking at 62 in October, before market volatility dampened enthusiasm to end the quarter at 45.
The index ranked the confidence of more than 930,000 Sharesies customers in New Zealand and Australia from zero to 100.
“Record trading in October was followed by subdued sentiment in November and returning stability in December,” Sharesies head of data and analytics Jordan Cunningham said.
Sharesies savings accounts saw an uptick in deposits in November, compared with the buying of shares in October.
However, the share market picked up again following the Reserve Bank’s interest rate cut in late November.
Still, net deposits for 2025 hit a record $1.7 billion at the end of December, compared with $815 million the year before.
“There were several weeks in December where the total amount of deposits were double that of withdrawals,” Cunningham said.
“We’re still really seeing those positive indications of strong net buying over selling and that strong growth in the net deposits.
“This suggests investors were positioning themselves for the year ahead.”
She said an ongoing trend was a declining investor preference for NZX companies, with Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, Meridian Energy and Infratil down in the ranking.
“That has been driven by the increasing focus on US.markets. We have still seen growth in investing in the NZX, but it really hasn’t kept pace with the growth we’ve seen in US markets.
“Almost 80 percent of our trading volumes now are on US [markets], compared with about 10-15 percent in NZX.
“It’s really hard for even those blue chip NZX companies to keep pace with the growth that we’re seeing [in the US], both in trading volumes and also a price.”
By contrast, she said gold-themed, exchange-traded funds saw strong net buying during the quarter.
“Tough to know what’s going to continue, given the global uncertainty that we face really.”
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Source: Radio New Zealand
Across borders and industries, New Zealanders are carving out space, building influence and exporting creativity. In this series, RNZ speaks to Kiwis making their mark abroad, those coming home, and those living somewhere in between.
When Wellington lawyer Natalie Olson pulled on the Thai national women’s football jersey for the first time, it was a moment she never imagined would happen — let alone so quickly.
The Thai-born 23-year-old represented the country at last year’s Southeast Asian Games, the region’s biggest sporting event, after a breakout season with Wellington United that saw her score 35 goals, netting her the Golden Boot in the Women’s Central League.
Natalie Olson with fellow Thailand national women’s football players after the team won bronze at the Southeast Asian Games at the end of last year.
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PM Christopher Luxon giving his State of the Nation speech on Monday. RNZ / Calvin Samuel
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon will announce this year’s general election date, as National MPs gather for their first caucus meetings of the year away from Parliament.
National MPs will meet in Christchurch, while Labour MPs will also hold a caucus meeting in Auckland.
Luxon is expected to announce this year’s election date at about 12.30pm Wednesday.
On Monday, Auckland Business Chamber chief executive Simon Bridges pressed him on whether it would be held on 7 November.
“You’re going to find out very shortly, my friend, very shortly,” Luxon responded, before asking Bridges whether he would put money on that date.
He also indicated his ministers would not be reshuffled at the retreat, repeating his stance that he would only reshuffle when he needed to.
“I don’t feel a compunction to do this political thing every year where it’s done. I do it when I feel there’s a need to sharpen up or to change the profile of the individual leading the assignment, or there’s a different set of tasks that we need to be done by a certain personality.”
Luxon earlier told Newstalk ZB that National “may have some retirements”, which would necessitate a reshuffle.
So far, the only National MP to announce they will retire at the end of their term is New Lynn’s Paulo Garcia, who is not a minister.
The MPs have been in Christchurch since Tuesday afternoon, gathering privately for a dinner at their hotel.
Luxon gave his State of the Nation speech on Monday, when he indicated National would shy away from any “extravagant” election promises this year.
He did not announce any policies, other than to speak about National’s previously announced pledge to raise the default KiwiSaver contribution rate, if re-elected.
Luxon is also not expected to announce any policies at the retreat.
Meanwhile, Labour is gathering in West Auckland for its own caucus retreat.
Leader Chris Hipkins has attempted to rebuild relationships in Auckland, after Labour lost key seats in the Super City in 2023 and saw its party vote fall.
Labour leader Chris Hipkins would not reveal any more retirements from his party. RNZ / Mark Papalii
Hipkins would not reveal what would be discussed at the retreat, nor would he be drawn on any reshuffles or departures.
While figures like Grant Robertson, Kelvin Davis, Rino Tirikatene and David Parker have retired over the course of the term, Christchurch Central MP Duncan Webb is the only Labour MP to confirm they will stepping down at the election.
Hipkins would not say whether any more had told him over the summer they would be leaving, saying it was up to his MPs to announce their plans.
“I’ve always been very clear that, where any MP indicates that to me, it’s their business to announce that and I always leave them the space to do that. Simply speculating on whether there had been or there hadn’t been would be unfair on anybody, had there been that conversation.”
Later this week, parties (minus ACT) will visit Rātana Pā for the annual commemorations, before Parliament’s first sitting week of the year next week.
The sitting block will last only a week though, with Parliament then breaking for a week and politicians heading to Waitangi.
The Prime Minister has yet to confirm if he will attend Waitangi this year, after opting to spend the occasion last year with Ngāi Tahu in Akaroa instead.
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