Mary Rodriguez died after a crash at Huxley St and Wakefield St on Tuesday.
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Drought, unpicked apples, and freezing winters: El Nino’s greatest hits
The 1997-98 event cost farmers an estimated $425m after widespread drought.
Gisborne library labelled ‘hotbed’ for abuse and safety incidents
Seventy-nine incidents and six injuries were logged at the library last year.
How a strong El Nino could reshape New Zealand’s spring and summer – The Front Page
Warmer-than-normal seas around New Zealand could amplify seasonal shifts.
Labour promises to repeal climate law, opening door to more climate litigation against companies
Labour announced in Parliament it would repeal a climate bill.
Treasury figures show Government deficit is $3b lower than Budget forecast
Finance Minister Nicola Willis said the numbers showed the economy was strengthening.
Environmental group urges tarakihi fishing ban amid steep stock decline
A fish-and-chip-shop staple could be at risk.
PM Pierre assumes CARICOM chairmanship, outlines people-centred agenda
CASTRIES, Saint Lucia, Jul 1, CMC – Saint Lucia on Wednesday officially assumed the Chairmanship of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), with Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre beginning a six-month tenure that will focus on delivering meaningful results for the people of the Caribbean. Under CARICOM’s system of rotating leadership, Saint Lucia will serve as […]
Jamaica: Technology Minister outlines roadmap for cybersecurity legislation
KINGSTON, Jamaica, Jul 1, CMC – Jamaica is moving to develop a new national cybersecurity law aimed at strengthening the country’s cybersecurity framework and protecting critical information infrastructure. Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Science, Technology and Special Projects, Dr. Andrew Wheatley, announced the initiative during his contribution to the […]
Barbados: National celebrations cut back as government prioritises cost-of-living relief
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, Jul 1, CMC – Prime Minister Mia Mottley says her administration will prioritise measures to cushion Barbadians from global economic pressures, even as it advances constitutional reform and other key policy initiatives. Speaking at the Ideas Forum town hall meeting on Monday night, Mottley said the government has decided to shorten planned celebrations marking the […]