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Plastic Bags off the Shelf in New Zealand

Web News 3 July 2023 366 0

New Zealand has become the world’s first country to expand its ban on plastic bags in supermarkets to thin bags, which are typically used to hold fruits or vegetables. The move, which took effect on Saturday, is part of a wider government campaign against single-use plastics. Most Continue Reading

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Storm Leaves Thousands in Darkness

Web News 13 February 2023 873 0

Thousands of homes in New Zealand were without power and flights were grounded Monday as a tropical storm lashed the north of the country. Emergency management minister, Kieran McAnulty said it would be a “critical day” due to the “highly dangerous” combination of high winds and heavy rain. Although the storm has weakened from its […]Continue Reading

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After 2-Year Pandemic Lockout, New Zealand Reopens to Tourists

Web News 2 May 2022 346 0

New Zealand has reopened its borders to more international visitors after a pandemic lockout of more than two years.Continue Reading

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10 Years on, New Zealand Remembers Christchurch Earthquake

Web News 22 February 2021 1109 0

The people of New Zealand are marking ten years since an earthquake struck its South Island city of Christchurch, killing 185 persons and injuring thousands more. At 12:51 pm on February 22, 2011, the 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck close to Christchurch city at a depth of 5 km. Although not as strong as a magnitude […]Continue Reading