Year at the Border

Press Release – Immigration NZ

The work of Immigration New Zealands Border Operations team is showcased in the Year at the Border annual report, which features some fascinating facts and figures. During the 2011/12 year, 4.8 million passengers arrived in New Zealand, including … Read more »

Heritage Hotels Tennis Charity Night In Support Of St John

Press Release – Heritage Hotels

Heritage Hotels Charity Night in support of St John held during this weeks ASB Classic Womens International Tennis Tournament served up a healthy $18,500 for the charity. The funds raised at the annual ASB Classics Heritage Hotels Charity … Read more »

Queenstown: False Madeleine McCann Sighting

Press Release – New Zealand Police

Queenstown Police investigating a reported sighting of missing British girl Madeline McCann say they have identified the young girl seen in Queenstown on New Years Eve and are ‘absolutely satisfied’ that she is not the missing schoolgirl. Read more »

Olivia, Jack most popular baby names in 2012

Press Release – Department Of Internal Affairs

Olivia and Jack are the most popular names for girls and boys as registered with Births, Deaths and Marriages in 2012, according to details released today by the Department of Internal Affairs. Read more »

NZ Dairy Industry Now Dependent on Filipino Farm Workers

Press Release – Immigration Placement Services

Over the last few years the demand for experienced and reliable dairy farm workers has grown rapidly, as the industry continues to expand. To meet the labour shortfall the industry has become depended on migrant workers, mainly from the Philippines. Read more »

Ngā Toa Whakaihuwaka – Māori of the Year Awards 2012 Finalis

Press Release – Marae Investigates

Media Release/Pnui Ppho 02 January 2013-4pm Ng Toa Whakaihuwaka Mori of the Year Awards 2012 TVNZs Marae Investigates will again broadcast the Mori of the Year Awards 2012, a programme that recognises outstanding people, groups and … Read more »

50th Westpac Halberg Awards Finalists Announced

Press Release – Westpac Halberg Awards

Outstanding performances by New Zealand sports teams and individuals during 2012 have been reflected in the finalists selected for the 50th Westpac Halberg Awards. Read more »

Do you know where your children will be tonight?

Press Release – New Zealand Police

Do you know where your children will be tonight? The biggest concern for Bay of Plenty Police this New Year’s is the vulnerability of unsupervised teenagers exposed to the risks of alcohol. Read more »

Disability Minister to recipients of New Year’s Honours

Press Release – New Zealand Government

Tariana Turia, Minister for Disability Issues, has congratulated the recipients of New Years Honours 2013, and in particular the recipients of awards associated with disabilities. Read more »

Maori Affairs Minister on New Year’s Honours recipients

Press Release – New Zealand Government

Maori Affairs Minister has congratulated the recipients of the 2013 New Years Honours, and is particularly delighted by the list of those who have been recognised for their contribution to Maori. Read more »