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New Zealand bans AUKUS submarines from entering Kiwi waters

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4 years ago

September 16, 2021

New Zealand has reiterated their opposition to the idea of nuclear technology, banning the recently announced AUKUS submarine from entering Kiwi waters

The New Zealand Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern said on Thursday that the new nuclear-powered submarines which will be partly-operated by Australia would not be allowed in its territorial waters.

The ban falls under New Zealand’s long standing nuclear-free policy, which was enacted in 1984.

On Thursday, the President of the United States Joe Biden along with the Prime Minister’s of the UK and Australia announced a major security partnership.

The Indo-Pacific deal will see America and Britain provide Australia with the tech it needs to develop and deploy nuclear-powered submarines.

“No vessels that are partially or fully powered by nuclear energy is able to enter our internal borders,”
The PM Of New Zealand Stated.

The New Zealand leader did however confirm that the new Indo-Pacific grouping does not change the security and intelligence ties of New Zealand – who remains a member of the Five Eyes – a post-war intelligence group that also includes the United States, Britain, Australia and Canada.

New Zeland’s Foreign Minister has stated that she was “uncomfortable” with expanding the nation’s role within Five Eyes. It sparked further criticism from Western allies who stated that NZ remains reluctant to at all criticise China, in fear of impacting current trade ties.

China is New Zealand’s largest trading partner.

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Electric vehicles transform last mile delivery market

Australia’s last-mile delivery is rapidly adopting electric vehicles, fueled by green initiatives and insights from expert Joe Sofra.

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20 hours ago

October 1, 2025

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Australia’s last-mile delivery is rapidly adopting electric vehicles, fueled by green initiatives and insights from expert Joe Sofra.

The shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) for last mile delivery is accelerating globally, with Australia expected to see significant growth.

Companies and retailers are increasingly adopting greener solutions, driven by supporting government initiatives.

Joe Sofra from ANC discussed the current state of the last mile EV market.

#ElectricVehicles #Sustainability #LastMileDelivery #Innovation #Australia

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Trump gives Hamas ultimatum for Gaza peace plan acceptance

Trump gives Hamas deadline to accept Gaza peace plan amid rising pressure from Arab states and ongoing conflict in the region

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1 day ago

October 1, 2025

Ahron Young

Trump gives Hamas deadline to accept Gaza peace plan amid rising pressure from Arab states and ongoing conflict in the region

In Short:
– Trump gives Hamas three to four days to accept a U.S.-backed Gaza peace plan, warning of consequences.
– Hamas calls the plan biased and insists on a complete Israeli withdrawal before considering any agreement.

U.S. President Donald Trump has given Hamas three to four days to accept a U.S.-backed peace plan for Gaza, warning of severe consequences if they reject it.The plan, shared by mediators Qatar and Egypt, emerged after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu endorsed it during a visit to the White House. Hamas, which was not part of the talks, is expected to review the proposal that calls for disarmament, a previously rejected demand.

Trump stated that support for the plan came from both Israeli and Arab leaders, and he emphasised the need for Hamas to respond promptly. The proposal includes a ceasefire, hostage exchanges, an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, and disarmament of Hamas, along with a transitional government.

A Hamas source described the plan as biased towards Israel and containing unacceptable conditions.

The group maintains that a complete Israeli withdrawal is a prerequisite for their agreement to any deal, while they are unwilling to disarm.

Pressure Mounts

Hamas faces significant pressure as foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Jordan, the UAE, Qatar, and Egypt have supported the initiative. Turkey’s intelligence head is also set to join discussions in Doha, marking a new level of mediation.

Despite expressing initial support, Netanyahu is cautious about the plan’s implications for Palestinian statehood and faces pressure from his coalition. Public sentiment in Gaza reflects a desire for peace, albeit with scepticism about the sincerity of both Trump and Netanyahu’s commitments.