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Source: New Zealand Parliament – The Māori Affairs Committee is calling for public submissions on Te Pire Whakahoki i a Kororipo Pā/Kororipo Pā Vesting Bill.

Source: New Zealand Parliament – The chairperson of the Governance and Administration Committee is calling for submissions on the Regulatory Systems (Internal Affairs) Amendment Bill.

Source: New Zealand Parliament – The Acting Chairperson of the Education and Workforce Committee is calling for public submissions on the Education and Training (Early Childhood Education Reform) Amendment Bill.

Source: New Zealand Parliament – The Justice Committee is calling for public submissions on the Electoral Amendment Bill, which would make a range of amendments to the Electoral Act 1993.

Source: New Zealand Parliament – The Economic Development, Science and Innovation Committee is calling for submissions on the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing Terrorism (Supervisor, Levy, and Other Matters) Amendment Bill.

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology

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EIT student Maia Colman Savage is drawing on her years of BMX racing as she completes a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science and works towards a career in high-performance coaching.

The 21-year-old (Tainui, Ngāti Porou) is in her final semester at EIT and says her experiences on the BMX track with her siblings sparked her interest in pursuing a future in high-performance sport.

“I grew up doing BMX with my siblings for about 12 years. It would be amazing to go into high-performance coaching, whether that’s in BMX or cycling more generally, and in areas like strength and conditioning or performance analysis. That’s the pathway I’d love to follow.”

Maia spent her childhood between Hastings and Australia, returning in time for intermediate school. After finishing at Karamū High School, she studied biological sciences for a short time at the University of Auckland but found the experience isolating.

“It was half what I was studying and half the culture of being at a big uni and not knowing anyone. I also got really sick so ended up coming home, and as soon as I came home, I felt so much better. That was a sign it wasn’t for me.”

She began studying at EIT in 2023. The smaller class sizes, hands-on learning, and close-knit environment proved to be the right fit.

“Being back home with family and in a comfortable setting made it so much easier to study, work and save money,” Maia says. “At EIT you get one-on-one time with your lecturers, and that support has made such a difference to my grades and my confidence.”

Over the course of her degree, Maia has gained practical experience through placements at Hawke’s Bay schools and connections with organisations such as Sport Hawke’s Bay. These opportunities, she says, have given her valuable skills and networks to carry into her future career.

Her studies have also been supported by the Tūruki Mouhapainga Scholarship from Te Whatu Ora, which she received last year. Maia says the scholarship eased the pressure of juggling part-time work and full-time study.

“I was very lucky to receive the scholarship, which helped with my fees. I’m working and studying which can be stressful at times, so the scholarship was able to ease some of that stress and meant I could focus on my studies.

“Scholarships targeting Māori students in health fields are awesome and will hopefully encourage more rangatahi to take on these types of roles.”

With graduation on the horizon, Maia is excited about the next steps in her journey and says her time at EIT has prepared her well.

“If you want hands-on experience, one-on-one support, and the chance to build strong networks, I’d definitely recommend EIT,” she says.

Lee-Anne Taylor, Programme Coordinator Sport and Exercise Science, said: “Maia has consistently demonstrated diligence and a strong commitment to her studies”.

“She approaches her learning with clear goals and a focused mindset, which has been evident in both her academic performance and engagement in class activities. We look forward to seeing the positive impact she will make in the community, both personally and professionally.”

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology

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Years spent working alongside nurses through her family’s security company prompted Kali Wyllie (Ngāti Porou, Ngāi Tūhoe) to study a Bachelor of Nursing at EIT.

The 29-year-old mother of three finished her degree in June and has recently begun her career in the emergency department at Wairoa Hospital as part of the New Entry to Practice programme.

Prior to studying at EIT, Kali had last been in the classroom at Wairoa College, where she completed NCEA Level 1 before leaving at 16 to work.

Despite the long break from study, she says encouragement from others, combined with her determination to stay close to her whānau, made nursing the natural choice.

“I’d always been around hospitals,” Kali said. “Through my parents’ security work, I got to know the environment, and the nurses would often encourage me, saying I’d make a great nurse. That really pushed me to give it a go.”

Her early experiences also planted the seed for a healthcare career.

“My aunty worked at Napier Medical Centre when I was younger and I’d spend time there after school, and later at college I did a STAR course at the hospital. So, it was always around me,” she said.

Kali first completed the NZ Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 4) at EIT in 2022 before beginning the three-year Bachelor of Nursing the following year.

“It was daunting at first, because I’d never studied before,” she said. “EIT was very welcoming, felt warm and homely, had lovely people and all around felt very positive.”

She credits the certificate with giving her a strong foundation. “It prepared me to go into degree study, and it taught me all the basics of the 12 systems of the human body. So going into the degree, I was able to understand when they went into more depth each semester.”

Kali says support from EIT’s Wairoa Learning Centre also helped her stay on track, with staff arranging for exams to be supervised locally rather than her needing to travel to the Taradale campus.

“That made a huge difference,” she said.

Looking ahead, Kali is excited to begin her role at Wairoa Hospital, where placements confirmed her passion for acute and emergency care.

“ED really stood out to me during placements. That’s where I feel I can make the most difference.”

EIT Head of School of Nursing Katherine Williams says Kali has demonstrated determination, resilience, and motivation to achieve her goal in becoming a registered nurse.

“A true role model for other students in highlighting how important whānau, community, and personal determination is to support an undergraduate journey of a student nurse. We are proud of Kali’s achievement and wish her the very best for her career.”

Source: New Zealand Government

Projects to re-seed tens of thousands of juvenile pāua, drive mussel farming innovation, and develop new markets for fish are among the winners at the Seafood Sustainability and Innovation Awards.

“The Seafood Sustainability and Innovation Awards celebrate the many people and organisations who look after the marine environment and ensure the seafood sector continues to grow,” Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says.

The Supreme Sustainability and Innovation Award winner, Professor Kura Paul-Burke (Ngāti Whakahemo, Ngāti Awa) of the University of Waikato, is a good example of this mahi.

“Professor Paul-Burke, who also received the Tangata Tiaki/Kaitiaki Award, is championing healthy and abundant oceans,” Mr Jones says.

“She uses Māori knowledge combined with marine science to lead community-based restoration efforts, such as reseeding 80,000 juvenile pāua around Great Barrier Island and Waiheke Island.

“One of Professor Paul-Burke’s great achievements is passing on skills and passion to young people so future generations can look after and manage our oceans.” 

Winners were announced at an event at Parliament tonight.

Mr Jones says this year’s award winners were recognised for work including developing international markets for farmed kingfish, locally led marine management in Fiordland, and commercial fishers developing a ‘crayfish sausage’ dolphin-safe bait. 

“The seafood sector has a long history in New Zealand, and I had the honour of selecting the winner of the Minister for Oceans and Fisheries Award, celebrating one of the sector’s champions and innovators who has made a lasting impact. 

“I am very pleased to announce the winner of the Minister for Oceans and Fisheries Award for 2025 is John Young, from Clearwater Mussels in the Marlborough Sounds. 

“John has made a substantial contribution to our aquaculture industry over more than five decades, driving mussel farming innovation and playing a major role in its establishment in New Zealand.

“My congratulations to all the finalists and winners, I commend them on their work to ensure that our seafood sector is a success,” Mr Jones says.

The full list of winners from the Seafood Sustainability and Innovation Awards 2025 are: 

Operational Innovator Award, sponsored by Fishserve

Sustainable Pioke Longline Bait Project by Rob Ansley (Ocean Pearl Fisheries), Keith Mawson (Egmont Seafoods), Jerome Chua (Massey University), and Mark Peychers (Fiordland Lobster Company)

Tangata Tiaki/Kaitiaki Award, sponsored by Te Ohu Kaimoana

Professor Kura Paul-Burke, University of Waikato

Market Innovator Award, sponsored by Aquaculture New Zealand 

Jake Dikstaal and Chase Hann, Leigh Fish

Future Leader Award

Tamar Wells, Seafood New Zealand

Ocean Guardian Award, sponsored by Dragonfly Data Science

Fiordland Marine Guardians

Special Recognition Award

Jim Aitken, Mahurangi Oysters

Supreme Sustainability and Innovation Award, sponsored by Seafood New Zealand 

Professor Kura Paul-Burke, University of Waikato

Minister for Oceans and Fisheries Award

John Young, Clearwater Mussels

For more information about the winners please see MPI’s website. 

Source: New Zealand Government

New Zealand and the United Kingdom have updated their statement on defence cooperation to reflect the rapidly changing world we live in, Defence Minister Judith Collins says.

“It’s been 10 years since we last articulated our defence cooperation with the United Kingdom, and the world has changed significantly in that time,” Ms Collins says.

“Russia’s illegal and unjustified invasion of Ukraine, increasing strategic competition in the Indo-Pacific and attacks on commercial shipping in the Middle East are among the issues affecting both of our regions, and it is vital that we stand firm in the face of current and future threats.”

Ms Collins and UK Secretary of State for Defence John Healey signed the 2025 Joint Statement on Defence Cooperation between the UK and New Zealand when they met in London today.

“The international rules-based order that both countries rely on for economic prosperity is under increasing threat. That is why we have agreed to increase our interoperability, to support collective security,” Ms Collins says.

“Our countries’ militaries already train, deploy and operate side by side. Just recently our Navy frigate joined the UK-led Operation Highmast in the Indo-Pacific, our Army personnel have been working with UK counterparts to train Ukrainian recruits, and our Navy personnel have worked closely with the Royal Navy in the Pacific region, including through the deployment of Navy personnel on the HMS TAMAR over the past year.

“Today Secretary Healey and I agreed to enhance that work and to explore new areas of opportunity for closer cooperation, including innovation, defence industrial supply chains and common equipment.”

“In a deteriorating global environment, New Zealand is committed to working with like-minded partners to uphold the international rules-based order that is fundamental to our security and prosperity.”

Source: New Zealand Police

Attributable to Police Commissioner Richard Chambers:

I have instructed Police staff to investigate taking legal action in relation to the use by a media outlet of police radio communications.

The publication of details and use of audio from Police radiocommunications is a potential breach of s.133A of the Radiocommunications Act.

It is extremely frustrating to have to take this step but it is crucial that sensitive operational matters are protected at this time.

There are a number of inquiries and investigations underway into the critical incident in the Western Waikato early on Monday and such communications are evidence in such matters.

I am aware this case is of significant public interest.

We have gone to great lengths to provide as much information to the public and the media as we are able to at this point, given both those investigations and the sensitive privacy issues that are at stake.

I ask that media give some consideration to the potential impact of their actions.

Note: It is an offence under s.133A of the Radiocommunications Act, for any person who receives a radiocommunication and, knowing that it was not intended for them, makes use of it, or reproduces it or information derived from it.

ENDS

Issued by Police Media Centre