Naoero Opens Embassy in Jerusalem, Joins Pacific Islands Forum
Naoero has opened an embassy in Jerusalem, becoming the third member of the Pacific Islands Forum to do so.
Transport Agency Cuts Road Funding for Some Councils
Councils nationwide face challenges in funding road maintenance and public transport due to cuts from the New Zealand Transport Agency.
Whangamōmona may return to its Taranaki roots
The Whangamōmona Republic expresses reluctance to return to Taranaki, affirming its identity and connection to the region.
Solomon Islands PM Wale Returns Home After Confidence Challenge
The Prime Minister of Solomon Islands, Wale, makes an emergency trip home from Palau amid an internal political revolt.
Final Report on Moa Point Disaster Due Next Week
The local government minister confirms the final report on the Moa Point disaster will be released soon, providing answers to the investigation.
PNG Parliament to Address Bougainville Decision
Papua New Guinea's prime minister emphasises the importance of the Bougainville decision as parliament prepares to discuss it.
Otago councils propose unitary authority excluding Dunedin
Otago councils plan to create a unitary authority, which would exclude Dunedin. Some city officials find the proposal unreasonable.
Appeal finds High Court erred in fluoridation ruling
The Health Ministry's appeal confirms councils must fluoridate, overturning a High Court ruling that deemed the order unlawful.
Government Expands Language Support for Young Children
The Enrich scheme will expand from 65 to 525 early childhood services to support children's language development.
New building standards for whenua Māori now in effect
The government introduces new standards to facilitate development on Māori land, aiming to improve housing access across Aotearoa.
New ERO Chief Executive to Strengthen NZ Schools
David Ferguson has been appointed Chief Executive of the Education Review Office, bringing fresh leadership to NZ's school review system.