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The Bunnings Newsroom is where we share what’s happening at Bunnings.

Our media and PR team is the first point of contact for journalists and other members of the media seeking information about Bunnings and our activities.

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Latest media releases

Oct - Volunteers to take centre stage at ISPS Handa Halberg Awards through new Bunnings partnership

Nominations open nationwide this October to recognise the volunteers who are the backbone of community sport. 

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Halberg awards

Oct - Meet Buddy: The Bunnings AI assistant helping Kiwis D.I.Y. from anywhere

Bunnings has launched Buddy, an AI-powered shopping assistant in New Zealand, designed to help customers plan projects, discover products and access practical D.I.Y. advice online. 

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Meet Buddy, Bunnings AI-powered agentic shopping assistant

Sep - Whangaruru volunteer named Coaching Legend after 28 years supporting community netball

Whangaruru Netball Club volunteer Sophy Tua has been named Bunnings’ latest Coaching Legends monthly winner, recognising 28 years of dedication to community netball.

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Whangaruru Netball Club members, with Sophy Tua pictured second from left in the front row.

Sep - Bunnings launches its first-ever retail loyalty programme in New Zealand

New Bunnings Rewards gives customers more value when they shop, with rewards, exclusive member benefits and the opportunity to support community groups.

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Bunnings launches its first-ever retail loyalty programme in New Zealand

Aug - Bunnings doubles community sausage sizzle fundraising to mark 25 years in New Zealand

Bunnings is celebrating 25 years in New Zealand by doubling the impact of community fundraising, matching every dollar raised through sausage sizzles hosted at stores nationwide on Saturday 29 August.

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July - NAWIC and Bunnings Trade: Growing opportunities for Women in Trades

As the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) celebrates 30 years of championing women across New Zealand’s construction industry, the organisation continues to work alongside industry partners committed to creating greater opportunities for women to succeed and thrive in the sector.

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July - Unlocking more value for tradies and SME’s, every time they shop

Bunnings launches PowerPass Pro Rewards with exclusive offers, Mobil fuel discounts with Mobilcard, 2degrees connectivity benefits and a growing network of business partners

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July - Facial Recognition Technology now live in all New Zealand Bunnings stores

Bunnings has completed the nationwide rollout of facial recognition technology (FRT) across all New Zealand retail stores, reinforcing its ongoing investment in protecting team members and customers from rising incidents of retail crime, violence and abuse.

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