Новости за 07.07.2016

We have concluded that the UK chose to join the invasion of Iraq before the peaceful options for disarmament had been exhausted. Military action at that time was not a last resort.

The University of Canterbury has won funding for two projects that aim to bring science and technology to young people and local communities, as part of the government’s 2016 Unlocking Curious Minds fund.

Wednesday, August 17 – Auckland @ Whammy! Thursday, August 18 – Tauranga @ Totara Street Friday, August 19 – Wellington @ Valhalla w/ Street Chant Saturday, August 20 – Raglan @ Yot Club tickets on sale Friday 9th July from www.undertheradar.co.nz

The Chilcot Report released today shows John Key was wrong to call New Zealand “MIA” over the 2003 war in Iraq and Labour made the right decision not to send troops, Leader of the Opposition Andrew Little says.

On Monday a stranger allegedly grabbed a student by the shoulder and started to speak to her on Norwich St in Nelson. The girl was able to make her way to school where she notified school staff who contacted police. The teenager helped police with their ...

Building solutions that challenge conventional construction wisdom are being researched, modelled and tested by University of Canterbury academic Dr Geoffrey Rodgers as he re-examines what defines a ‘strong’ building.

Launched today at a rally outside the Indonesian Embassy in Kelburn marking the killing of an 18 year old student by security forces. 12. 15 pm outside 70 Glen Rd Kelburn.

With just over two months to go until the South Island Endurance Series bursts into life there will be some major changes to this year’s Series. The most significant change for 2016 will be the series sponsor, with the familiar ASKO brand making way ...

Law change will severely restrict Fish & Game’s ability to protect wildlife 7 July 2016

Two Otago scientists who have been at the forefront of this country’s marine biology research for decades have been jointly awarded the New Zealand Marine Science Society’s (NZMSS) inaugural John Morton Medal.

News from NZ Police National Organised Crime Group detectives have exposed a methamphetamine supply ring in Wellington and restrained approximately $1.7 million in houses, vehicles and bank accounts from drug criminals today. One man has been charged with two counts of supply of methamphetamine and will appear in the Wellington District Court today. A female […]

Food manufacturers and consumers will need to reduce salt in their food by at least 30 percent, if New Zealand is to meet a global target for sodium reduction by 2025.

Stuff reports: A man’s attempt to rob a Christchurch dairy was foiled when he was unable to open the unlocked sliding door. Police said the man, armed with a gun, tried to rob the Division Street Dairy in Riccarton on Monday night. He unsuccessfully tried to get into the dairy by “pushing and pulling the unlocked […]

Minister Collin’s is today standing by a Dept of Corrections review into the matter, and says it's not about a particular person - it's a matter of principle. The Minister of Corrections stated that it's not acceptable that people who are active gang members, ...

Research from Victoria University of Wellington is investigating how coastal marine species may struggle with Earth’s increasingly intense storms. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has forecasted that rising global temperatures will mean ...

With the Smokefreerockquest in full swing around the country, a new novel is hitting the shops that focuses on the highs and lows of being a bass player in a competing school band.

This emotive and explosive trailer gives New Zealanders their very first look into this highly anticipated film. Chasing Great takes audiences into the mind of a champion - with unprecedented access to Richie McCaw, exclusive family archives and never ...

Jim Jefferies upcoming New Zealand October tour is selling out fast! And now, in an effort to meet public demand, second shows have been added in both Auckland and Christchurch!

A NIWA scientist with an international reputation as an outstanding leader in marine ecological field experiments was last night awarded the prestigious New Zealand Marine Sciences Society (NZMSS) Award.

Stuff reports: British Prime Minister Tony Blair told US President George W Bush eight months before the 2003 invasion of Iraq “I will be with you, whatever”, and relied on flawed intelligence and legal advice to go to war, a seven-year inquiry concluded on Wednesday. It strongly criticised Blair on a range of issues, saying the threat […]