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Updated Science And Social Sciences Curriculum Prepares Students For A Changing World
Wednesday, 12 August 2026, 4:31 pm | New Zealand Government
The Social Sciences curriculum will help young people understand their place in New Zealand society, and New Zealand’s place in the world. More >>
Eight New Emergency Helicopters Now In Service
Wednesday, 12 August 2026, 1:44 pm | New Zealand Government
“In 2024, New Zealand’s helicopter fleet was the oldest in the developed world and the coalition government has invested to fix that,” Ms Costello says. More >>
RIF Backs Critical Minerals And Hydrogen Plant
Wednesday, 12 August 2026, 10:58 am | New Zealand Government
“The Coalition Government is supporting Aspiring Materials Limited with funding to develop a $31m commercial-scale plant that will bring its world-leading technology to market,” Mr Jones told a hydrogen sector hui in Christchurch today. More >>
$30m RIF Package Targets Hydrogen Opportunities
Wednesday, 12 August 2026, 10:49 am | New Zealand Government
“Hydrogen has huge potential to become a valuable part of a diversified and resilient renewable energy future for New Zealand,” Mr Jones says. More >>
New Attendance Service Re-Enrolling More Students Than Ever
Wednesday, 12 August 2026, 10:39 am | New Zealand Government
"In term 2 2026 attendance hit a decade high. Our attendance initiatives are in force, and delivering, so I expect attendance to keep rising,” Mr Seymour says. More >>
RIF Funding Boosts Chatham Islands Connections
Wednesday, 12 August 2026, 9:13 am | New Zealand Government
“The interlining funding will make it easier for travellers to access Chatham Islands, while connecting with destinations throughout New Zealand seamlessly from one website,” says Associate Minister for Regional Development Hon Mark Patterson. More >>
Government Announces $1M Community Fund To Fight Wilding Pines
Tuesday, 11 August 2026, 11:43 am | New Zealand Government
The fund, running over two years, will be available from the National Wilding Conifer Control Programme to support community-led control projects. More >>
Auckland Level Crossing Removals Keep Moving Ahead
Tuesday, 11 August 2026, 9:34 am | New Zealand Government
Auckland Minister Simon Watts says, the Government and Auckland Council brought funding forward so this work could get underway sooner, and it's great to see another crucial project completed. More >>
Government To Consider Head Start Proposals
Tuesday, 11 August 2026, 7:10 am | New Zealand Government
Local government reform has failed in the past because doing nothing is always an easy option, and change is difficult. Local government leaders themselves told the Government they realised local government had to change. More >>
Open Ocean Salmon Farm Fast-Tracked
Monday, 10 August 2026, 2:22 pm | New Zealand Government
Fast-track approval means these projects can proceed sooner, supporting jobs, regional growth, and export earnings, as well as New Zealand's position as a leader in sustainable seafood production. More >>
Delmore Residential Development Fast-tracked
Monday, 10 August 2026, 12:19 pm | New Zealand Government
“The independent expert panel found the project will deliver significant regional benefits and has will granted the approvals sought, subject to a comprehensive set of conditions," says Mr Chris Bishop. More >>
500 Schools Nationwide Selected For Solar Panels
Monday, 10 August 2026, 11:58 am | New Zealand Government
Hon Simeon Brown Minister for Energy Hon Erica Stanford Minister of Education 10 August 2026 Five hundred schools have been selected for solar technology under the Government’s plan to improve schools’ energy affordability and resilience, Energy ... More >>
First Solar Farm Fast-Tracked
Monday, 10 August 2026, 11:15 am | New Zealand Government
"Haldon Solar Farm near Lake Benmore, 14 km southeast of Twizel, is expected to generate 370 GWh of renewable energy annually, enough to power around 45,000 households," says Mr Chris Bishop. More >>
Fairer Parent Resident Visa Process Delivered
Saturday, 8 August 2026, 3:52 pm | New Zealand Government
Under the new model, EOIs will no longer expire after two years, provided people confirm they still want to remain in the process and keep their information up to date. More >>
New Zealand Announces Further Sanctions Against Russia
Saturday, 8 August 2026, 3:28 pm | New Zealand Government
The package also includes designations of malicious cyber actors, and those supporting the creation and dissemination of anti-Ukraine propaganda aimed at legitimising Moscow’s illegal war. More >>
Zero-Interest Loans Accelerate EV Charger Rollout
Saturday, 8 August 2026, 3:27 pm | New Zealand Government
Applications will be assessed through an open procurement process focused on delivering the greatest value for money and the strongest contribution to the growth of New Zealand’s public charging network. More >>
Business Funding Now Easier To Find
Friday, 7 August 2026, 11:23 am | New Zealand Government
Hosted on business.govt.nz, the tool brings together 15 funding opportunities from seven government agencies into a single searchable place. More >>
Earlier Monetisation Of Chorus Debt To The Crown Supports Infrastructure Investment
Friday, 7 August 2026, 9:15 am | New Zealand Government
Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop says NZ has an infrastructure deficit, & every dollar of public investment needs to work as hard as possible to deliver the roads, homes, hospitals & schools that will improve living standards & grow the economy. More >>
New Rule To Slash Red Tape For Regional Airports
Friday, 7 August 2026, 7:31 am | New Zealand Government
“This rule strengthens our global safety reputation by aligning with international standards, while helping regional aviation & tourism grow by enabling a greater variety of aircraft to land safely in our provinces," says Mr James Meager. More >>
New Zealand To Welcome Viet Nam President
Thursday, 6 August 2026, 4:32 pm | New Zealand Government
New Zealand and Viet Nam last year marked 50 years of diplomatic relations by elevating the relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. More >>
