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Steady Growth In Infrastructure Pipeline Update
Thursday, 13 August 2026, 1:34 pm | New Zealand Government
“We’re seeing sustained momentum, and better information – that helps industry, business, and government to plan and invest. That helps to grow the economy, support jobs, and lift productivity across NZ," says Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop. More >>
Disability Community Informs Improvements To DSS Bill
Thursday, 13 August 2026, 1:13 pm | New Zealand Government
“As Minister, I acknowledge the intent of the Bill was not as clear as it should have been. The Select Committee has heard this, and I agree with their recommended changes," says Disability Issues Minister Louise Upston. More >>
Charter School Rolls Grow Again, By Almost 18%
Thursday, 13 August 2026, 12:49 pm | New Zealand Government
“Charter school rolls continue to grow, and more young New Zealanders are unlocking their potential. Students who were not attending are at school, and those who were behind are ahead," says Associate Education Minister David Seymour. More >>
Government Delivers More Support For Children With Complex Educational Needs
Thursday, 13 August 2026, 12:15 pm | New Zealand Government
“Every child deserves the chance to build confidence, develop their strengths, and experience success from the earliest years of learning,” says Ms Erica Stanford. More >>
Brain Injury Rehabilitation Boost For Christchurch
Thursday, 13 August 2026, 10:30 am | New Zealand Government
ACC has awarded the contract to Hauora Ability Services to deliver Traumatic Brain Injury Residential Rehabilitation services at The Granada Rehabilitation Centre in Christchurch from July 2026. More >>
Speech: Civil Contractors NZ Conference
Thursday, 13 August 2026, 10:04 am | New Zealand Government
New rapid transit projects are about unleashing growth – new homes, shops, offices, eateries, and jobs that follow. More >>
Arlington Reset To Deliver 104 New Social Homes
Thursday, 13 August 2026, 8:33 am | New Zealand Government
Following indicative Cabinet approval, Kāinga Ora will finalise a detailed business case for its Arlington site, which is owned by Wellington City Council and leased back to Kāinga Ora as part of a long-term agreement for social housing delivery. More >>
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 >>
