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MBIE Strengthens Oversight Of Technology Investments
Monday, 21 September 2026, 3:02 pm | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
MBIE Deputy Secretary Corporate and Digital Shared Services Paul Stocks says the findings provide assurance that MBIE's broader technology portfolio is operating as intended. More >>
Unlicensed Immigration Adviser Leaves Families Tens Of Thousands Out Of Pocket
Monday, 21 September 2026, 2:57 pm | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
Bevan Yee, National Manager Occupational Regulation, says the case highlights the significant impact unlicensed immigration advice can have on people who are making important decisions about their future. More >>
Unlicensed Builder Fined For Carrying Out Restricted Building Work
Thursday, 17 September 2026, 9:10 am | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
The restricted building work carried out by Mr Williams required significant remedial work, including recladding and repairs to the roof and interior of the home. The homeowner was also unable to obtain warranties for some of the work completed. More >>
Strong Renewable Generation Reduces Reliance On Coal And Gas
Thursday, 10 September 2026, 3:55 pm | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
Strong renewable generation helped meet increasing electricity demand while significantly reducing the need for coal and gas generation. More >>
First Revision Of Accessibility Design Standard In 25 Years
Tuesday, 1 September 2026, 3:08 pm | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
Standards New Zealand National Manager, Malcolm MacMillan, says there have been significant advances in accessible design and technology since the last review of the standard almost 25 years ago. More >>
Solar And Geothermal Generation At Record Highs
Thursday, 20 August 2026, 12:04 pm | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
Energy in New Zealand is produced annually and provides a comprehensive overview of the country’s energy production and consumption over the previous 12 months. More >>
Consumer Survey Highlights Need To Turn Awareness Into Action
Tuesday, 4 August 2026, 10:16 am | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
Consumer Services Manager Simon Gallagher says the newly published survey provides valuable insights into how consumers are navigating an increasingly complex marketplace. More >>
Thames Four Square And Owner Penalised Over $120,000 Migrant Worker Premiums
Monday, 27 July 2026, 2:25 pm | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
The successful outcome reflects MBIE’s integrated compliance approach, with specialist teams working together to identify potential breaches, share information and expertise, and take coordinated action where needed. More >>
Auckland Restaurant And Owner Must Pay $377,000 For Exploiting Migrant Workers
Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 2:03 pm | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
The restaurant, The Indian Taste Limited, and its former director Krishna Khandelwal, were found to have breached multiple employment standards including: More >>
Updated Fuel Stock And Shipping Data Is Available On The MBIE Website
Monday, 22 June 2026, 1:22 pm | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
Fuel importers have provided good confidence through confirmed orders to late July, with planned orders extending into September. More >>
Updated Fuel Stock Data Is Available On The MBIE Website
Monday, 1 June 2026, 2:07 pm | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
Fuel importers have provided good confidence through confirmed orders to July, with planned orders extending into August. More >>
Two Further Coloured Sand Products Test Positive For Asbestos Contamination
Monday, 24 November 2025, 5:22 pm | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) received the positive test results following proactive testing that was done on coloured sand products available in New Zealand. More >>
Turning Dreams Into Reality With New Zealand Space Scholarships
Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 12:59 pm | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
“Applications are open now for the 2026 New Zealand Space Scholarship, which will prepare post-graduate students for future careers in New Zealand’s growing space and advanced aviation sectors,” says Andrew. More >>
Joint Government Operation Boosts Compliance Awareness In Ashburton Hospitality Sector
Tuesday, 5 August 2025, 10:58 am | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
The operation aimed to raise community awareness of compliance agencies and ensure employers understand their obligations under New Zealand’s employment and licensing laws. More >>
Easter Trading Laws: Your Rights And Responsibilities
Monday, 14 April 2025, 12:51 pm | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
Employers must notify employees of this right in writing between 4 and 8 weeks before Easter Sunday. Failure to provide proper notice means employees cannot be compelled to work on that day. More >>
Successful Vision Mātauranga Research Projects Announced
Thursday, 10 April 2025, 2:18 pm | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
The Fund aims to strengthen capability, capacity, skills and networks between Māori and the science and innovation system and increase understanding of how research can contribute to the aspirations of Māori organisations and deliver benefit for ... More >>
Real Estate Businessman Aaron Coupe Jailed 4 Years 5 Months For Deception
Friday, 14 March 2025, 2:07 pm | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
This was not the first time Mr Coupe was prosecuted by the MBIE. In 2010 Mr Coupe was adjudicated bankrupt, which imposed restrictions on his business involvement with companies. In 2014, charges were filed in respect of his conduct during his More >>
More Than 21,000 Lifejackets Recalled Due To Faulty Mechanism
Tuesday, 4 February 2025, 11:30 am | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
MBIE spokesperson Ian Caplin speaks to the recall: “Our Product Safety team know the summer period means plenty of New Zealanders are out on the water or heading to the beach. We want to make sure this fault doesn’t cause any preventable accidents.” More >>
South Waikato Farmer Ordered To Pay $30,000 For Employment Breaches
Wednesday, 22 January 2025, 2:02 pm | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
During the investigation, the Labour Inspector found 34 breaches of employment standards at the farm and the owner Hugh Chisholm was involved in committing the breaches. More >>
Unsupervised Trainee Electrician Cuts Live Mains Cable, Fined $10,000
Tuesday, 21 January 2025, 10:59 am | Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment
Judge T Greig found Mr Bradley Carl Payne guilty of two charges of doing unauthorised prescribed electrical work and one charge of negligently doing work in a manner dangerous to life. Besides the penalty, Mr Payne has been ordered to pay solicitor and court ... More >>
