Displaying items by tag: RURAL WOMEN NEW ZEALAND

Changes to New Zealand’s postal service has left rural communities disappointed.

Rural communities say support is required to shift away from the copper network that has been the only source of internet connection for some parts of rural New Zealand.

Canterbury farmers and the Police Association say they are frustrated by proposed cuts to rural policing in the region.

The Infrastructure Commission has endorsed a plan by Chorus to expand fibre broadband to 95% of New Zealand much to the delight of rural women.

OPINION: One thing I keep hearing from rural New Zealanders is the importance of relationships. Strong relationships don’t just happen - they take trust, consistency, and time.

Rural Women New Zealand (RWNZ) says it is delighted by the Government’s announcement that it would invest $250,000 in the organisation.

Doctors and rural women are welcoming the recent pre-budget announcement from the Government that it would be boosting funding to urgent and afterhours care facilities.

Rural Women New Zealand (RWNZ) says it welcomes recently announced consultation on Pharmac’s funding of ostradiol patches used by women going through perimenopause and menopause.

RWNZ has opened nominations for the position of a North Island board member.

Rural Women New Zealand (RWNZ) says proposed changes to rural deliveries mean NZ Post is putting commercial viability ahead of the needs of rural communities.