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Former Reserve Bank governor Adrian Orr has been paid nearly half a million dollars, in addition to $760,000 in remuneration, after he abruptly quit his job in March.The “restraint of trade payment” amount was disclosed today in the bank’s annual report, showing Orr was paid nearly $1.2 million total in the period since July 1, 2024.Around $766,180 of the total amount was his overall remuneration – including salary, KiwiSaver employer contributions and other employee benefits – while $416,120 was paid to the former governor this month for restraint of trade.A spokesperson for the Reserve Bank (RBNZ) confirmed to 1News that…
A Christchurch hospitality sector dining on a spending rise suggests pubs, cafes, restaurants and takeaway outlets are no longer still struggling. Hospitality businesses are hoping this is a sign the cost-of-living crunch may be putting less heat on them. Hospitality New Zealand said the Christchurch spend in food services and commercial accommodation was up 7% in August from the same month a year ago. Interim chief executive Nick Keene said hospitality spending in the city had one of the highest rises nationwide. It was especially pleasing to see the spending gain was locally driven, showing households were perhaps more confident…
Former Silver Fern Maia Wilson says she has come under fire from keyboard warriors in the aftermath of Dame Noeline Taurua’s suspension, despite not knowing anything about the saga.The national body confirmed on Saturday that Taurua will be sidelined for the remainder of the 2025 season following failed attempts at mediation last week.Netball NZ said “despite considerable and genuine effort” from the two parties, a resolution regarding the Silver Ferns “high performance programme and environment” had not yet been reached.Taurua was sensationally stood down 11 days out from the Taini Jamison series against South Africa last month.The rift between Dame…
Defective paint used by contractors during repairs to a popular fountain in Napier last year has resulted in it being closed again.A Napier City Council spokesperson said the contractor who carried out the improvements was fixing an issue they had with the paint.”They are still under a liability period for the contract and are rectifying it at no additional cost to the council,” the spokesperson said. “It needs specific weather conditions to apply correctly, so it had to happen now before it gets too hot over summer.”The fountain was closed for repairs in June 2024 after the council discovered deterioration…
New Zealand rugby star Portia Woodman-Wickliffe has been honoured with a Barbie doll in her likeness as part of a campaign to celebrate women in sport.The two time Olympic and Rugby World Cup winning athlete was one of four professional rugby players featured in Mattel’s Team Barbie initiative, launched to mark the United Nations’ International Day of the Girl. The campaign aimed to highlight female role models and encourage girls to stay engaged in sport.Woodman-Wickliffe said it was “surreal and special” to see herself as a Barbie doll.”Having grown up loving Barbie, it was surreal and special to see myself…
ADVERTISEMENT Sweden (94.6%), France (85.2%), and the Netherlands (80.3%) rank best in the European Union for abortion rights, according to the European Abortion Policies Atlas 2025. The scores awarded to these countries relate to their strong legal protections that fully decriminalise abortion, wide service availability, national health coverage, government-led online information and countering misinformation. By contrast, Malta, at 3.7%, and Poland, at 18.6%, remain at the bottom of the ranking, with abortion largely criminalised with strict penalties, and access to clinical care restricted. In general, northern and western European countries rank better in the Atlas. However, experts in sexual and…
Hastings is closing its bars an hour earlier, sending patrons home in a decision at odds with neighbouring city Napier.Hastings District Council has voted unanimously for additional changes to its Local Alcohol Policy (LAP), including pubs closing at 2am instead of 3am, with a mandatory one-way door from 1am.Supermarkets and grocery stores must also reduce the hours alcohol can be sold to 9am to 9pm. Previously, it was 7am to 10pm.The changes came into force last week, on September 30. The impacts of the changes would be reviewed in a year.Nick Keene, Hospitality NZ’s interim chief executive, said the decision…
Certain batches of Vogel’s brand granola and cereal, and Tom & Luke brand snackaballs have been recalled due to the possible presence of small metal pieces.The affected products included Vogel’s brand Daily Protein Plus Almond Pistachio (300g) with best-before dates of 14/08/2026, 4/09/2026, and 26/09/2026; and Vogel’s brand Cluster Crunch Granola Peanut Butter (375g) with best-before dates of 31/07/2026, 2/09/2026, and 26/09/2026.Tom & Luke brand Protein Peanut Brownie Snackaballs (132g) with a best-before date of 24/09/2026 were also affected. The products were sold at retailers and supermarkets throughout New Zealand and have not been exported.”Affected products should not be consumed,”…
By Euronews Published on 06/10/2025 – 12:12 GMT+2 Key diary dates Tuesday 7 October : The Commission will present the AI package and measures to address the effects of global overcapacity on the EU steel market. The MEPs will vote on the revision of the visa suspension mechanism. Wednesday 8 October : The MEPs debate Europe’s automotive future and the ban on the sale of combustion cars in the EU. Thursday 9 October : The MEPs will vote on the motion of censure on the Commission. In spotlight ADVERTISEMENT Companies and workers in the European steel sector are under strain. International…
Once a place of dancing, celebration, and socialising, Carterton’s Belvedere Hall is on the market. Local Democracy reporter Emily Ireland shares her memories of a walk-through of the building last year.”All persons entering this hall do so at their own risk,” a placard at the entrance of Carterton’s Belvedere Hall read.Belvedere Hall in Carterton is on the market. Council communications and engagement manager Marcus Anselm is pictured holding a placard outside the front of the building last year. (Source: LDR / Emily Ireland) (Source: Supplied)Despite its rotten weatherboards, piles, and door sills, the building still had the charm of yesteryear,…