Новости за 10.10.2016

Paint is flowing. Clay shapes are forming. Metal is being fused. And wood-chips are flying.

The African Scholarship Trust for Education and Leadership (ASTEL) has set up a study centre at Mount Roskill, Auckland and is developing an 'iLearning hub' to provide support for African and other ethnic high school students in Auckland. The study ...

Tearfund is appealing for donations to help those worst affected by Hurricane Matthew in Haiti.

Communities are calling for change to costs and accessibility of sugary drinks to support their own efforts to address the harmful effects of sugar addiction leading up to World Obesity Day (11th October 2016).

After a sell-out season at the Basement Theatre, Dynamotion brings 'Blonde' back to life in the beautiful Q Loft from the 13th – 17th December. Paying homage to the birth of the ‘Bond Film’ franchise in the 1960’s, this is a retro inspired ...

Samara Wright has her eyes set on a podium finish, and the possibility of breaking the national records she already holds at the Junior National Olympic Weightlifting Championships in Auckland this weekend.

The recent United Nations report provides startling evidence that New Zealand has departed from its once past proud record on social issues to having a blatant lack of regard for children and families who are most in need.

Josh Thomson is undertaking an incredible journey, Steps for Change, walking the length of New Zealand starting November 2016. A staggering 3000+ km to raise awareness and much needed funds to support work with youth obesity, health, fitness, depression ...

Speaking at the launch of New Zealand’s annual cyber security awareness week, Dimension Data New Zealand CEO Jo Healey revealed the organisation’s simple four-step process to help companies stay cyber secure.

The United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child has reported back on its examination of New Zealand’s compliance with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCROC).

If you thought the Bay Dreams Festival line-up was already next level, brace yourself – this third and final announcement knocks it out of the park.

Landmark recommendations on the rights of intersex children made to the New Zealand Government by the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child have been welcomed by the Human Rights Commission and Intersex Trust New Zealand.

Hip hop rapper Scribe, along with his brother and father, impressed and inspired Pasifika prisoners from Spring Hill Corrections Facility when they performed the story of their family recently.

Maud Island/Te Pakeka wildlife sanctuary in the Marlborough Sounds has been restored to being predator free again after a Department of Conservation operation successfully eradicated mice on the island.

Stuff reports: A Sydney-style lockout law that bar owners feared would cripple Wellington’s nightlife has been rejected.  Police and public health officials wanted the Wellington District Licensing Committee to impose a 3am lockout condition on Siglo bar, in Courtenay Place, which was applying to renew its 4am licence. Police and bar owners have been anxiously awaiting the committee’s decision […]

Associate Local Government Minister Louise Upston today announced the appointment of Barry Harris as a Crown Observer to support the newly-elected Kaipara District Council settle into its new governance arrangement.

Oct. 11 (BusinessDesk) - Professional service fees of $475,000, the bulk of which went to Deloitte, has been paid out to help distribute the $18 million settlement reached last year between the Financial Markets Authority and directors and promoters ...

Oct. 11 (BusinessDesk) - The New Zealand dollar fell to a two-month low as investors see a likely win by Democrat candidate Hillary Clinton in the US presidential campaign as paving the way for higher interest rates.

Oct. 11 (BusinessDesk) - Student-led organisation First Cut Ventures is raising a half million dollar fund to provide early stage backing for Kiwi entrepreneurs aged under 30 years.

Oct. 10 (BusinessDesk) - Restaurant Brands NZ, the NZX-listed operator of franchises including KFC, Pizza Hut, Carl's Jr, and Starbucks, has agreed a deal with the Unite Union in which workers' hours and shifts will be guaranteed on a permanent basis.

Oct. 10 (BusinessDesk) - Prime Minister John Key has all but confirmed he will reshuffle his Cabinet in the New Year and expects "one or two" ministerial resignations at the 2017 general election.

Oct. 10 (BusinessDesk) - The Court of Appeal has dismissed Christchurch property developer David Henderson's bid to throw out tax convictions over claimed judicial bias.

Oct. 10 (BusinessDesk) - New Zealand shares dropped for the fifth consecutive session to a near-three-month low, led down by Auckland International Airport, Ryman Healthcare and Chorus.

The NZDUSD opens at 0.7132 (mid-rate) this morning. The NZD has underperformed when compared to other commodity-linked-currencies edging lower against the majority of its rivals.

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