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TAG Oil Signs Definitive Agreement to Sell its New Zealand Royalty Interests
VANCOUVER, BC, /CNW/ - TAG Oil Ltd. (TSXV: TAO) (OTCQX: TAOIF) (FSE: T0P) ("TAG Oil" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that certain of its New Zealand subsidiaries have entered into a definitive asset sale and purchase agreement dated (the
Canadian couple likely the only business owners on Australia's Norfolk Island to face US tariffs
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Jesse Schiller and Rachel Evans are likely the only business owners on Australia's Norfolk Island to be directly affected by the Trump administration's tariffs, as the South Pacific outpost they call home exports nothing to the
Health ministry urges public to 'destroy mosquito breeding places' after Fijian student dies from dengue
Fiji's Ministry of Health has confirmed a secondary school student in the Western Division on the main island of Viti Levu has died of dengue fever. A medical team conducted its investigation and awareness at the deceased's school, Xavier College in Ba, and
Fiji men's team grouped with NZ, Australia and Spain for SVNS World Championship
The pools have been drawn for the SVNS World Championship in Los Angeles next month. The championship pools, which are based on rankings, were confirmed at the conclusion of Singapore Sevens at the weekend. The top eight teams at the conclusion of the regular
'Catch me if you can, motherf**ker': Man to be deported after McDonald's robbery in Western Australia
A man charged with aggravated armed robbery after a McDonald's worker was attacked with a meat cleaver in Western Australia nine years ago will be deported from New Zealand. Leroy Tawanda Tsuro - also known as Leroy Lucas - has been fighting extradition from
Crypto Scam: Australia Shuts Over 90 Companies Linked To Pig Butchering Schemes
The securities regulator of Australia has
Westpac adds Hindi, Samoan, Tongan languages to ATMs
Westpac has added Hindi, Samoan and Tongan language options to all 373 of its ATMs to make banking more accessible for diverse communities. "New Zealand is a multicultural society, so we want to make sure we're reflecting that in the services we provide," said
Air New Zealand flight grounded, passenger's carry-on item to blame
Air New Zealand says an item inside a passenger's carry-on luggage is to blame for a flight grounded in New Plymouth this evening. The Blenheim to Auckland flight was diverted to New Plymouth, with a passenger telling RNZ they could smell fuel coming through
Tokelau's trifecta of issues: Trump's tariffs, delayed tuna funds, and self-determination
Elena Pasilio* Tokelau The initial reaction from Tokelauans to President Donald Trump's tariffs of surprise and laughter has turned to sadness. "I'm very surprised," Council for the Ongoing Government of Tokelau general manager (national) Aukusitino Vitale
Six ideas NZ could borrow from Australia to cut smoking rates
By Janet Hoek of At the start of this month, when denicotinisation would have been due to come into effect in Aotearoa New Zealand (had the government not repealed smokefree laws), Australia introduced innovative smokefree policies to change the look,
Polyfest 2025: From a performer in 1976 to now a mentor
A former Polyfest performer has come full circle, leading McAuley High School to victory on the Samoan stage at Polyfest 2025. The school claimed first place in the girls' category, marking a significant moment in its legacy. This year's 50th anniversary
Pacific nations push for universal carbon levy for international shipping at IMO talks
The 83rd session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC83) reconvenes this week, and a global shipping levy remains on the table, Marshall Islands' special envoy for maritime decarbonisation says. Technical talks last week ended without consensus
Sucking up the oxygen: How Donald Trump has gatecrashed the upcoming election — in Australia
Much of the world is finding out it’s a very difficult time to be a friend and ally of the United States. That includes the major parties vying for power at the May 3 Australian federal election. While voters may be preoccupied with the cost of living, it’s
New Zealand greenhouse gas emissions fall 2 pct in Q4
WELLINGTON, April 8 (Xinhua) -- New Zealand's industry and household greenhouse gas emissions decreased 2 percent in the December 2024 quarter, according to the statistics department Stats NZ on
Australia gifts drones to Philippine Coast Guard amid maritime tensions with China
Australia gave 20 aerial drones to the Philippine Coast Guard on Tuesday as tensions continued to rise in the South China Sea. The Australian Embassy in Manila said Ambassador HK Yu handed over the drones to boost
Australia shutters crypto scam network linked to $35M in global losses
Australia’s financial regulator has shut down 95 companies linked to crypto and romance scams. On April 7, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) announced that the Federal Court approved its request to dissolve these entities due to
Extra support announced for drought-affected farmers in South Australia
CANBERRA, April 8 (Xinhua) -- The government of South Australia (SA) has announced new support measures for communities and farmers affected by widespread drought. Peter Malinauskas, the premier of South Australia, on Tuesday committed 55 million Australian
Alana King: Lancashire sign Australia spinner on multi-format contract
Lancashire sign Australia spin bowler Alana King on a multi-format contract.
Canadian couple likely the only business owners on Australia’s Norfolk Island to face U.S. tariffs
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Jesse Schiller and Rachel Evans are likely the only business owners on Australia’s Norfolk Island to be directly affected by the Trump administration’s tariffs, as the South Pacific outpost they call home exports nothing to the
Karen Brewer - Exposing the Minor Party and Independent con (Australia)
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How Australia is gaining advantage in beef market amid US-China trade war
Last week, when US President Donald Trump declared tariffs on imports from numerous countries, he specifically mentioned Australian beef. He expressed his understanding of Australia’s ban on US beef due to mad cow disease concerns, “They
Saudi Fund for Development signs $10 million deal to boost renewable energy in Solomon Islands
<p>Solomon Islands, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 8th Apr, 2025) Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) CEO Sultan Al-Marshad signed a $10 million development loan agreement on Tuesday with
Australia's Innovative New Policies Are Designed To Cut Smoking Rates Here Are 6 Ideas NZ ...
(MENAFN - The Conversation) At the start of this month, when denicotinisation would have been due to come into effect in Aotearoa New Zealand (had the government not repealed smokefree laws), ... ...
If Australia Switched To Evs, We'd Be More Reliant On China's Car Factories But Wean ...
(MENAFN - The Conversation) Australia has huge reserves of coal and gas – but very little oil . Before the 20th century, this didn't matter – trains ran on local coal. But as cars and trucks have ... ...
Trump Has Australia's Generic Medicines In His Sights. And No-One's Talking About It
(MENAFN - The Conversation) While Australia was busy defending the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme against threats from the United States in recent weeks , another issue related to the supply and ... ...
Donald Trump Has Gatecrashed The Federal Election. It's Creating Huge Challenges For Australia's Next Government
(MENAFN - The Conversation) Much of the world is finding out it's a very difficult time to be a friend and ally of the United States. That includes the major parties vying for power at the May 3 ... ...
New Zealand religious sect Two by Two accused of child abuse, MP Hamish Campbell admits ...
A religious group in New Zealand, known as Two By Two,