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Government Gaining Ground In Pursuit Of Supercritical Geothermal Energy

Wednesday, 28 May 2025, 12:07 pm | New Zealand Government

The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) and GNS Science are leading the initiative, with MBIE setting up a Supercritical Geothermal Governance Group tasked with providing oversight and advice, and supporting the successful delivery ... More >>

Hairdressing And Barbering Regulations Given The Cut

Wednesday, 28 May 2025, 11:15 am | New Zealand Government

Much like the perm, hairdressing regulations from the 80s are outdated and costly. Freedom is back in style though, by the end of July this year existing regulations will be revoked. More >>

KiwiRail Chair And Deputy Appointed

Wednesday, 28 May 2025, 10:14 am | New Zealand Government

Sue Tindal has been appointed Chair of KiwiRail and the New Zealand Railways Corporation, and Jeff Kendrew has been appointed Deputy Chair of KiwiRail. Their terms will commence on 1 July 2025. More >>

Sheep And Beef Farmers Deliver Record Red Meat Returns

Wednesday, 28 May 2025, 8:17 am | New Zealand Government

The global appetite for high-quality, natural protein is continuing to grow, driving strong prices for New Zealand lamb and beef. More >>

New Chair And Three New Board Members For Transpower

Tuesday, 27 May 2025, 6:45 pm | New Zealand Government

Transpower plays a critical role in the electricity sector as both New Zealand’s national grid owner and electricity system operator. Their market updates and infrastructure programme help ensure electricity is supplied across New Zealand, now and into the ... More >>

Delivering For Farmers As They Deliver For Economy

Tuesday, 27 May 2025, 4:12 pm | New Zealand Government

“Dairy exports are a cornerstone of New Zealand’s economy, contributing $4,700 for every New Zealander. This season’s strong performance is set to add an additional $4.5 billion in farmgate revenue for 2024/25. This is good news for farmers, rural ... More >>

Budget 2025 Boosts Primary Care Funding

Tuesday, 27 May 2025, 2:58 pm | New Zealand Government

“Primary Care is critical to delivering better health outcomes for all New Zealanders but has not received the investment needed in recent years. That is now changing,” Mr Brown says. More >>

Post-Budget Speech To Auckland Business Chamber

Tuesday, 27 May 2025, 2:54 pm | New Zealand Government

The Chamber is the peak body for the Auckland business sector, where so many of our country’s businesses are based. More >>

Minister To Singapore For Defence And Digital Government Meetings

Tuesday, 27 May 2025, 1:48 pm | New Zealand Government

“Experience has taught me well that meeting face-to-face is the best way to deepen existing relationships, share perspectives and learn from one another,” Ms Collins says. More >>

Supporting More Tamariki Māori To Flourish

Tuesday, 27 May 2025, 10:28 am | New Zealand Government

An additional $60m of ring-fenced funding for Māori Medium and Kaupapa Māori Education property, which will deliver up to 50 new classrooms to support the network, providing access to immersion schooling for approximately an additional 1,100 ākonga. More >>

Timber Exports To Viet Nam Set To Grow

Tuesday, 27 May 2025, 9:53 am | New Zealand Government

The arrangement will see New Zealand’s radiata pine recognised under Viet Nam’s evolving timber construction standards, opening more opportunities in this growing market. More >>

TEC Board Chair And Deputy Chair Appointments

Tuesday, 27 May 2025, 8:40 am | New Zealand Government

“I am pleased to confirm the appointment of Dr Bollard and Mr Hapi to these roles. They will provide strong leadership drawing on their considerable skills and experience,” Vocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds says. More >>

Farmers And Growers To Reap Rewards

Tuesday, 27 May 2025, 7:10 am | New Zealand Government

Minister for the Environment Penny Simmonds says the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has been and will continue to work on improving the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (HSNO) system. More >>

Government To Deliver Redevelopment Of Nelson Hospital

Monday, 26 May 2025, 2:42 pm | New Zealand Government

The new inpatient building at Nelson Hospital will include 128 beds, adding 41 more beds to the current capacity, along with an acute assessment unit, a transit lounge, a pharmacy, a blood bank, and dedicated areas for assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation ... More >>

AI Training To Boost Public Sector Productivity

Monday, 26 May 2025, 1:42 pm | New Zealand Government

“Across the public sector, AI offers a real opportunity to improve decision-making and deliver better outcomes for New Zealanders,” says Ms Collins. More >>

Increased Transparency For Government Accounts

Monday, 26 May 2025, 8:47 am | New Zealand Government

While Treasury should, and does, have a broad perspective, I would like the bright and talented minds at the Treasury to focus on economic and financial advice, rather than preparing reports on whether people have friends and whether their life has ... More >>