Sonya Milford appointed Digital Design Director at Colenso BBDO
Award-winning digital designer Sonya Milford, who has been with Colenso BBDO since 2021, has stepped into the role of Digital Design Director. Since entering the creative industry eight years ago with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from St Louis, Missouri, USA, Milford has built an exceptional design skill set. Her work includes Fortescue Future Industries’ digital experience, which saw the green hydrogen manufacturer collaborate with global entertainment giants Rick & Morty. Si Vicars, CCO, Colenso BBDO says: “Sonya is an incredible talent who makes us better in every way. Walking past her screen is like walking past a shop that sells stuff you’ve never seen before.
Source:Stuff
February 23, 2023 01:00 UTC
North East Valley house fire doused
Emergency services have doused a house fire in Dunedin’s North East Valley this afternoon. A Fire and Emergency New Zealand spokesman said crews from Dunedin and Willowbank stations responded to reports of smoke and flames coming from a single-storey house on Crown St about 12.30pm. When crews arrived they discovered the house was on fire, although it was not described as "well involved", the spokesman said. Another appliance from Roslyn station was dispatched to assist. The fire was at the rear of the building and no injuries had been reported, the spokesman said.
Source:Otago Daily Times
February 23, 2023 00:10 UTC
Reserve Bank delivers another 0.5% rate hike
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) today delivered another 0.5% rate hike, lifting the official cash rate to 4.75%:In delivering its decision, the RBNZ noted that “the OCR still needs to increase… to ensure inflation returns to within its target range over the medium term”. “While there are early signs of price pressure easing, core consumer price inflation remains too high, employment is still beyond its maximum sustainable level, and near-term inflation expectations remain elevated”. “Labour shortages remain a significant constraint on economic activity, contributing to heightened wage inflation. People are moving jobs at an elevated pace, consistent with labour shortages and strong demand”, the RBNZ added. “While there are early signs of demand easing it continues to outpace supply, as reflected in strong domestic inflation”.
Source:Stuff
February 22, 2023 07:02 UTC
Auckland Council CEO Jim Stabback resigns, citing 'personal reasons'
Auckland Council CEO Jim Stabback resigned halfway through his five year term for personal reasons. Stabback began the role in 2020, and it is understood that there has been conflict between him and the mayor since Wayne Brown won the mayoralty last October. NZ Herald Super City reporter Bernard Orsman says Jim Stabback has not commented any explanation beyond 'personal reasons' for his resignation. Bernard Orsman has observed that there has been tension between Stabback and Brown on both sides, but that doesn't signify that the mayor had a hand in Stabback resigning. LISTEN ABOVE
Source:New Zealand Herald
February 22, 2023 06:37 UTC
We planted pine in response to Cyclone Bola – with devastating consequences. It is now time to invest in natives
During Cyclones Hale and Gabrielle the poor management of exotic plantations – primarily pine – has again led to extensive damage in Tairāwhiti. Among the key drivers of the current problems in Tairāwhiti are the large areas of exotic tree plantations that were established with government support after the devastation of Cyclone Bola. There should be no further harvesting in Tairāwhiti plantations until this exercise has been completed. We also need to identify those areas that currently lack plantations but should never be planted in exotic tree crops (for any purpose). The consequences of short-term thinkingFor too long we have been fixated in Aotearoa with maximising short-term returns from exotic tree crops without thinking about long-term consequences.
Source:New Zealand Herald
February 22, 2023 04:12 UTC
Wood joins Coster in gaslighting cyclone victims - Chris Baillie
Wednesday, 22 February, 2023 - 15:24"Government Minister Michael Wood has jumped on the gaslighting bandwagon, telling the victims of Cyclone Gabrielle that he knows better than them," says ACT’s Police spokesperson Chris Baillie. "Wood was answering questions on behalf of Police Minister Stuart Nash in Parliament. "Police Commissioner Andrew Coster, Prime Minister Chris Hipkins, Police Minister Stuart Nash and Michael Wood have all told them they’re wrong and that they know better. "The Police Commissioner needs to ask the Prime Minister to invoke Section 9 of the Defence Act. Looting gangsters might not think they’re so tough when they meet the NZDF.
Source:Stuff
February 22, 2023 03:45 UTC
Locals guarding diggers and trucks amid looting fears
Several slips have damaged State Highway 5. Photo: NZ HeraldResidents on State Highway 5 are guarding diggers and trucks vital to the restoration of the Napier-Taupō link amid fears of looting following Cyclone Gabrielle. Photo: NZ HeraldBicknell commented on how empty the usually-bustling highway was, except for the volleys of diggers and dump trucks. He estimated the 20 dump trucks he was co-ordinating were carting up to 10 cubic metres per load. On Saturday, the Herald revealed the Puketapu community would be installing roadblocks using concrete blocks and large trucks after an incident of looting.
Source:New Zealand Herald
February 22, 2023 03:41 UTC
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‘Depraved’ Dunedin sex offender denied parole
Video / NZ HeraldA Dunedin man who sexually abused a girl for six years and took photos while he committed the crimes has been declined parole. Paiea Shane Waihirere (57) was jailed for 12 and a half years when he was sentenced on an array of sex charges in the Dunedin District Court in 2017. A psychologist assessed Waihirere as a moderate-low risk of reoffending and suggested he undertake a specialist course for child sex offenders. From 2002, the offending worsened with him performing sex acts on the girl and forcing himself on her. “He accepts responsibility for his offending and expressed remorse.”The prisoner will see the board again in January next year.
Source:Otago Daily Times
February 22, 2023 02:19 UTC
'Stop building in areas prone to floods,' says Tower Insurance boss
Turnbull is not the only executive who has discussed needed changes within NZ infrastructure given the recent calamities. “We’ve managed to weather that one, now we’re getting storms. Cyclone Gabrielle’s total costs are still unknown, but Turnbull restated Tower’s resiliency and the company’s preparedness with its reinsurer. “We are increasing our allowance for large events from 30 to 40 million,” Turnbull said. We’ll do that today, and we’ll make sure to do it tomorrow as well.”What are your thoughts on this story?
Source:New Zealand Herald
February 22, 2023 01:29 UTC
‘It sends shivers down my spine what we manage to achieve’
Māori issues‘It sends shivers down my spine what we manage to achieve’Newton Central School has honed its co-governance model for a quarter of a century. – Margie Tukerangi, Newton Central School“Our co-governance model is based on the Treaty settlement. It’s never happened at Newton Central School, but it’s one of the concerns often brought up about co-governance. The Three Waters legislation, as it stands, has safeguards against someone using the consensus model to hijack the process. Andrews says widening out the co-governance model into other organisations isn’t just a nice to have; it’s critical.
Source:Otago Daily Times
February 22, 2023 01:11 UTC
'Depraved' sex offender denied parole
A Dunedin man who sexually abused a girl for six years and took photos while he committed the crimes has been declined parole. Paiea Shane Waihirere (57) was jailed for 12 and a half years when he was sentenced on an array of sex charges in the Dunedin District Court in 2017. A psychologist assessed Waihirere as a moderate-low risk of reoffending and suggested he undertake a specialist course for child sex offenders. The man’s offending happened between 1999 and 2005, starting when the victim was just 9. From 2002, the offending worsened with him performing sex acts on the girl and forcing himself on her.
Source:Otago Daily Times
February 22, 2023 00:49 UTC
Coroner to investigate case of missing pair
A Coroner will investigate the mysterious disappearance of an Invercargill schoolboy and his stepfather, eight years after they vanished. The bodies were never found and rumours that Mr Beckenridge staged their deaths have swirled ever since. Mr Beckenridge met Ms Lu while they were working in Afghanistan in 2006. The couple later moved to Queenstown but their relationship broke down in 2014, shortly after Ms Lu moved to Invercargill to begin a hairdressing course. While police had followed up on potential sightings of Mr Beckenridge and his stepson in New Zealand and overseas, their inquiries proved fruitless.
Source:Otago Daily Times
February 21, 2023 21:11 UTC
Kapa haka performers descend on Auckland for Te Matatini
1News published this video item, entitled “Kapa haka performers descend on Auckland for Te Matatini” – below is their description. Some have travelled from cyclone-torn regions, determined to help lift the spirits of Māoridom. 1News YouTube ChannelGot a comment? Leave your thoughts in the comments section, below. Please note comments are moderated before publication.
Source:New Zealand Herald
February 21, 2023 19:55 UTC
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Smooth ride for skateboarder who took on Crown Range
Skateboarder Alex Bladen took on on Crown Range between Queenstown and Wanaka in just under four minutes, reaching speeds of just over 90kmh. Video / SuppliedSkateboarder Alex Bladen took on on Crown Range between Queenstown and Wanaka in just under four minutes, reaching speeds of just over 90kmh. Video / SuppliedMost people cross the Crown Range road by car, but for Alex Bladen a skateboard is much more enticing. Bladen, 25, skateboarded down the Queenstown-to-Wanaka stretch earlier this month in just under four minutes, reaching speeds of just over 90km/h. Alex Bladen skateboards down the Crown Range in February 2023.
Source:Otago Daily Times
February 21, 2023 15:50 UTC
NZ website asks readers to send in submissions on how Black Caps can deal with Bazball after loss
So singeing has been the loss that submissions were called in to be published to find ways to beat England ahead of the Basin Reserve Test. “To share what the Black Caps need to do to beat England, hit the contribute button, or email: stuffnation@stuff.co.nz,” the website wrote under the headline: “How can the Black Caps beat England and their Bazball tactics?’The loss at Mount Maunganui’s Bay Oval saw England declare for 325 on Day One of the first Test. England’s second innings total of 374 – with NZ scoring 306 and 126 – sealed the mammoth big win, forcing stuff.co.nz to go back to the readers. While submissions are awaited, pacer Matt Henry was called up for the Wellington Test to strengthen the bowling for the decider starting Friday. Readers were also quizzed on what the Kiwis could do with rain forecast for the first two days of the match.
Source:Stuff
February 21, 2023 07:35 UTC