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Foreign Minister To Visit Cook Islands
Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 4:24 pm | New Zealand Government
The visit follows a private meeting between Mr Peters and Prime Minister Brown in Auckland earlier this month. More >>
Fiscal Responsibility And Disclosure Beefed Up
Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 3:34 pm | New Zealand Government
Finance Minister Nicola Willis says the Public Finance Amendment Act requires economic and fiscal updates prepared by the Treasury to include a statement of specific fiscal risks. More >>
Pharmac Funds Lifechanging Cystic Fibrosis Medication For All Ages
Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 3:05 pm | New Zealand Government
“We’re making the system work better for the people it serves. When people can access their medicines easily, they stay healthier for longer. It also reduces pressure on other parts of the health system.” More >>
Medallic Recognition For NZDF Personnel Supporting Ukraine
Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 2:36 pm | New Zealand Government
“These personnel have carried out challenging and often emotionally confronting work in the service of New Zealand. As part of Operation Tīeke, they have helped alongside partners to prepare thousands of Ukrainian personnel for the battlefield.” More >>
Legislation Gives More Flex For Auckland's PC120
Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 11:10 am | New Zealand Government
Housing growth in Auckland is critical to fixing our housing crisis, driving growth and raising living standards for New Zealanders, Mr Bishop says. More >>
Speech To The Wellington Chamber Of Commerce
Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 9:34 am | New Zealand Government
Right now we have sufficient fuel stocks in New Zealand and we are working hard across diplomatic, commercial, and industry channels to ensure that remains the case. More >>
Fruit Fly Response A Success
Monday, 30 March 2026, 12:38 pm | New Zealand Government
While the response is now concluding, the national fruit fly surveillance programme remains in place. This includes nearly 8000 traps set nationwide during the peak fruit fly season and checked regularly. More >>
New Zealand Scores A Premier Football Line-Up
Monday, 30 March 2026, 8:51 am | New Zealand Government
The Eden Park clash will be the first time an English top-flight men’s club has played in New Zealand since 2014. More >>
1 April Boost For Superannuitants, Families And Other Kiwis
Sunday, 29 March 2026, 4:00 pm | New Zealand Government
Nicola Willis said that April 1 also marks the start of changes to KiwiSaver to support Kiwis to save more for their first home and retirement. More >>
Government Calls For Regulatory Feedback To Boost Fuel Resilience
Sunday, 29 March 2026, 3:42 pm | New Zealand Government
We are particularly interested in hearing from businesses on the front line, says Regulation Minister David Seymour. More >>
Exceptional Students Named In 2026 Ngarimu VC And 28th (Māori) Battalion Memorial Scholarships And Awards
Friday, 27 March 2026, 2:46 pm | New Zealand Government
“The Awards honour the legacy of the 28th (Māori) Battalion and support the next generation of Māori leaders. It is a privilege to recognise these New Zealanders for their leadership, resilience and academic excellence,” Ms Stanford says. More >>
Land Acquisition Underway For Future South Auckland Hospital
Friday, 27 March 2026, 1:56 pm | New Zealand Government
“Health New Zealand has begun a targeted process to identify and purchase a large, suitable site in the Drury area that could support a major new hospital health precinct,” Mr Brown says. More >>
Fuel Plan To Protect Economy Amid Disruption
Friday, 27 March 2026, 12:54 pm | New Zealand Government
“While there is currently no need for fuel restrictions, the public can be assured that the Government is planning carefully, acting early and making sure NZ is well positioned to respond, whatever the global environment brings,” Nicola Willis says More >>
New Zealand Announces Fisheries Support Package For Tuvalu
Friday, 27 March 2026, 11:30 am | New Zealand Government
"New Zealand is proud to support Tuvalu in strengthening its fisheries sector. We value our close relationship and look forward to continuing this important collaboration in the years ahead,” Mr Peters says. More >>
Speech To The Automobile Association Annual Conference
Friday, 27 March 2026, 11:25 am | New Zealand Government
Tackling New Zealand’s toughest road safety challenges means focusing on what works and making sure it’s used as effectively as possible. More >>
Telco Regulation Review Gets Rid Of Outdated Bureaucracy
Friday, 27 March 2026, 8:56 am | New Zealand Government
The review found that while parts of the regulatory framework are functioning well, there are other areas where change is needed. More >>
Stronger Future For The Commerce Commission
Thursday, 26 March 2026, 5:40 pm | New Zealand Government
The Commerce (Commerce Commission Reform) Amendment Bill passed its first reading today, making way for a new governance structure for the Commerce Commission. More >>
Tax Changes Passed To Provide Fuel Price Relief
Thursday, 26 March 2026, 4:30 pm | New Zealand Government
From 7 April, about 143,000 working families with children will get an extra $50 a week through a boost to the in-work tax credit. A further 14,000 working families will receive a smaller payment. More >>
First Significant Pharmac Medical Device Proposal Since Procurement Changes
Thursday, 26 March 2026, 2:12 pm | New Zealand Government
“Medical device procurement was paralysed for 13 years. Last year we made procurement more efficient, certain, and transparent. Now we can get the benefits." More >>
NZ And Tuvalu Reaffirm Strong Partnership
Thursday, 26 March 2026, 1:07 pm | New Zealand Government
Rt Hon Christopher Luxon Prime Minister Prime Minister Christopher Luxon met with Tuvalu Prime Minister Feleti Teo in Auckland today, during his first official visit to New Zealand. “New Zealand and Tuvalu share a close friendship and a joint commitment ... More >>
