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[ad_1] “In the wake of the economic consequences of the COVID-19 outbreak, the Labor government must not only seek to help those most affected by the recent shutdown, but also introduce the framework for radical new policies; policies that address systemic weaknesses that have undermined our economy and society for …

[ad_1] “We will now invite all of our members to be tested in the coming days and celebrate our church service this Sunday at our facilities,” wrote the controversial church leader on Facebook. “I invite all New Zealand churches to act in accordance with their rights.” Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern …

[ad_1] While New Zealand is on the cusp of the Alert Level Three transition, Director General of Health Dr. Ashley Bloomfield delivers another day without a new case of Covid-19. Only two people remain in the hospital, at the Middlemore and North Shore hospitals, but none were in intensive care, …

[ad_1] May 12, 2020Updated 1 hour ago Steve Braunias Steve Braunias edits the Bookroom section of Newsroom, ReadingRoom, is a featured author and writer for the NZ Herald. Show more Reading room The Ockham New Zealand 2020 National Book Awards will be held tonight, as a virtual ceremony. Steve Braunias …

[ad_1] The press Resource consent was granted in March to begin work at Christ Church Cathedral. Work is due to begin on the Christ Church Cathedral Restoration Project, after a “moving” sunrise service on Tuesday to bless the workers and the site. Resource consent was granted in March to establish …

[ad_1] National retailer Bunnings is proposing to close stores in Ashburton, Hornby, Hastings, Cambridge, Rangiora, Te Awamutu and Putaruru with 145 affected employees. The Australian-based company today released a statement saying that after a review of the network and “the challenges of the recent business environment,” it has informed staff …

[ad_1] Brian Tamaki says he will hold a church service on Sunday despite restrictions on meetings under Alert Level 2 of the coronavirus blockade. The leader of the controversial Church of Destiny is asking other churches to join him in opposing the restrictions he considers a “violation of rights.” Tamaki …

[ad_1] New Zealand has no new cases of Covid-19 today, as the country’s companies are rushing to reopen Thursday under Alert Level 2. There are a total of 1,497 cases, and 93 percent have recovered, Director-General of Health Dr. Ashley Bloomfield said today. There are no new deaths. A total …

[ad_1] AP Taiwan has been among the success stories in the battle against the coronavirus. China has largely criticized New Zealand’s support for Taiwan joining the World Health Organization, saying that “wrong comments” could damage relations between countries. But New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters says he is not concerned …

[ad_1] Waikato-Times Horse racing will get a $ 72.5 million raise in funds in a package announced by Racing Minister Winston Peters. Two new all-weather tracks will be built as part of a $ 72.5 million racing industry Covid-19 emergency support package announced by Racing Winston Peters. Up to $ …