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New Zealand adds Sikorsky and Airbus platforms to boost air capability
Defense News
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August 22, 2025
Five Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk helicopters and two Airbus A321 XLR aircraft are set to respectively replace the Royal New Zealand Air Force’s (RNZAF’s) eight Kaman SH-2G(I) Seasprites and two Boeing 757 transport aircraft at a cost of NZ$2.7 billion...
The Growing Importance of Air Conditioning in Australia & New Zealand
Intelligent Living
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August 22, 2025
The island nations of Australia and New Zealand are well known for their climate extremes. Both countries can suffer scorching hot summers and chilly winters based on their position on the globe, with Australia facing tropical heat in its northern...
Sustainable growth: We are nowhere near our goals
Onmanorama
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August 22, 2025
To get a sense of where the world stands in terms of sustainable development, Bose Varghese, head of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, pointed to a date that has passed us by barely a month ago. July 24. The...
Olympic Champion Skier Eileen Gu Injured in ‘Terrible Accident’ in New Zealand
The Inertia - California
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August 22, 2025
Olympic freestyle gold medalist Eileen Gu has suffered an injury while training in New Zealand. Gu, 21, was training at the Cardrona Alpine Resort on New Zealand’s South Island on August 15 when the incident occurred. As the South China Morning...
Advisory Committee urges bold actions to improve health for all New Zealanders by 2040
New Zealand Doctor
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Today the Public Health Advisory Committee (PHAC) has released its 2025 report: “Determining our Future.” This report looks forward to 2040 and asks: how can we make sure everyone in Aotearoa New Zealand lives a healthy, fulfilling life? The PHAC...
Sustainable living driver for study, business
Otago Daily Times
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August 22, 2025
When it comes to innovative thinking and making businesses more sustainable, Kate Parker is acing it. The 32-year-old is graduating from the University of Otago today with a master’s degree in sustainable business, and has already started her own...
Cyber insurance paradox in New Zealand
Insurance Business
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The paradox cannot be understood without acknowledging the evolving claims environment. New Zealand has seen an uptick in ransomware, business email compromise, and data breach incidents over the past 18 months, mirroring global trends. While...
New Zealand Selects MH-60R and A321XLR in Major Fleet Recapitalization
The Aviationist
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August 22, 2025
A joint announcement by New Zealand’s Minister of Defence, Judith Collins, and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Winston Peters, on Aug. 21, 2025 heralded the beginning of a NZ$2.7 billion investment into the country’s armed forces. The bulk of this...
The Great New Zealand Road Trip - Nine Questions with Olympic legend Rob Waddell
The New Zealand Herald
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August 22, 2025
But we really like living here. It’s close to a number of fun lakes and beaches, heaps of space, great schools for the kids, awesome for sport, nice people, and there’s a lot to do if you’re looking for some weekend adventures. Also, it’s the home...
New Zealand falls for Romeo’s charms
Naval news
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August 22, 2025
A total of five MH-60Rs will replace a fleet of eight Kaman SH-2G(I) Super Seasprite helicopters, of which only five are currently in flying condition. The Romeo deal and associated package such as weapons is expected to cost upwards of NZ$2...
New Zealand To Up Its Defense Game With MH-60R Seahawk Helicopters, Airbus A321XLR Jets
Simple Flying
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August 22, 2025
New Zealand has announced a significant investment in the modernization of its defensive capabilities, as the government has committed to acquiring new Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawks and Airbus A321XLRs. These orders will thoroughly modernize New...
New Zealand warned of worsening security threats by intelligence
IT Brief - New Zealand
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August 22, 2025
The New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) has warned that the country is now facing one of the most challenging national security environments in recent times. Releasing its third annual *Security Threat Environment* report, the agency...
Why Climate Visa Lottery Schemes Are Not the Answer
Foreign Policy
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In July 2025, an astonishing 8,750 people of Tuvalu’s approximately 9,470 residents registered for a visa to Australia through the Falepili Mobility Pathway, a “climate visa” born out of the Australia-Tuvalu Falepili Union. The treaty grants 280...
E. coli and Vibrio outbreaks recorded in New Zealand
Food Safety News
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August 22, 2025
New Zealand has reported E. coli, Clostridium perfringens and Vibrio outbreaks in recent months. An outbreak of acute gastroenteritis associated with a food business was reported in Auckland in June. It involved 32 patients. Clostridium...
Documenting the battle to protect New Zealand's endangered birds
New Scientist
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August 20, 2025
Rangers setting out to install stoat traps in the Kea Basin, New Zealand Robin Hammond/Panos Pictures Across New Zealand, a vast conservation effort is under way to wipe out invasive species and enable various native and endangered birds to...
Defense plan set for New Zealand
Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette
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August 22, 2025
WELLINGTON, New Zealand -- New Zealand's government announced new military spending Thursday of $1.6 billion to replace aging aircraft, including helicopters it plans to purchase from the United States, senior officials said. Cabinet ministers...
New Zealand: Nearly half of New Zealanders are not aware of the risks facing their homes
Asia Insurance Review
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Nearly half (46%) of New Zealanders want more information about their property's exposure to climate-related risks and natural disasters according to a new report. The new 14-page research Weathering change: attitudes to climate risk and...
Climate Change Weekly # 553 — ‘Settled Science’ Is Getting Unsettled as Government Support Wanes
The Heartland Institute
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August 22, 2025
IN THIS ISSUE: ‘Settled Science’ Is Getting Unsettled as Government Support Wanes For nearly four decades, scientists with a reputational and financial stake in the game and compliant, uninquisitive mainstream media have told the public one thing...
MG Launches premium electric IM6 SUV in New Zealand
DRIVEN Car Guide
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MG Motor NZ has announced the launch of the IM brand in New Zealand. IM presented by MG Motor is the Chinese company's premium brand. The first model sold here will be the IM6 coupe SUV. MG Motor has announced the New Zealand launch of its new...
From promise to powerhouse: Five years of programmatic out-of-home growth in New Zealand
IT Brief - New Zealand
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August 22, 2025
This year marks a significant milestone for programmatic digital out-of-home (DOOH) in New Zealand. In just five years, the channel has evolved from a promising innovation to a proven and powerful part of the digital marketing mix. The...