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Going For Growth To Boost Farmer Confidence

Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 8:07 am | New Zealand Government

“These next steps are part of a broader vision for a thriving primary sector that continues to drive economic growth while delivering high-quality, safe produce. We are committed to growing the primary sector, and we won’t be shutting down farms ... More >>

Bills Aim To Boost Justice And Reduce Regulation

Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 9:25 pm | New Zealand Government

“The 63 changes in these Bills will deliver real impacts for everyday New Zealanders. The changes will improve court timeliness and efficiency, boost access to justice, and reduce regulatory burdens,” Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee says. More >>

Ō-Rākau Battle Site Returning To Tūpuna Ownership

Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 5:14 pm | New Zealand Government

“This unique arrangement acknowledges those who were present during the battle or had traditional connections to the land,” Mr Potaka says. “The battle site will be managed by a body representing the descendants of ngā tūpuna, as well as ... More >>

Preparing More PhD Students To Lift Productivity

Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 10:26 am | New Zealand Government

The new applied doctorate scheme will be hosted by the University of Auckland, Victoria University of Wellington, University of Otago and Massey University, in partnership with New Zealand’s science, innovation and technology industry. More >>

New Pipes For Auckland City Hospital

Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 8:22 am | New Zealand Government

“The Government’s record $16.68 billion in funding for health will help ensure Kiwis have access to timely, quality healthcare in hospitals that have fit-for-purpose infrastructure,” Health Minister Simeon Brown says. More >>

Deputy PM To Visit Middle East And North Asia

Monday, 17 February 2025, 4:51 pm | New Zealand Government

“New Zealand enjoys long-standing and valued relationships with Saudi Arabia and the UAE, both highly influential actors in their region. The visit will focus on building on economic growth opportunities, as well as discussing Middle East issues,” ... More >>

$30 Million To Support Conservation Tourism

Monday, 17 February 2025, 4:23 pm | New Zealand Government

“Improving tourism infrastructure is good for the economy, and investing in conservation tourism is a win win. Around 50 per cent of visitors cite natural landscapes and environment as their primary reason for traveling, and about 50 per cent of international ... More >>

Directors Appointed To Ferry Holdings Limited

Monday, 17 February 2025, 4:16 pm | New Zealand Government

“The new chair Chris Mackenzie, deputy chair Heather Simpson, and director Greg Lowe bring substantial and specific expertise for the no-nonsense delivery of cost-effective infrastructure,” he says. More >>

Bringing Cataract Care Closer To Home

Monday, 17 February 2025, 3:12 pm | New Zealand Government

Since 30 September 2024, Kaitaia Hospital has been providing cataract care to the local community, including first specialist assessments, surgery, and post-operative follow-ups, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. More >>

Milestone Reached For Takitimu North Link Stage 1 Road Of National Significance

Monday, 17 February 2025, 12:56 pm | New Zealand Government

"This is a huge undertaking, with two thousand people having worked on the project to date and 1,500,000m3 of earthworks moved so far”, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. More >>

New Programme To Grow Manufacturing Workforce

Monday, 17 February 2025, 12:51 pm | New Zealand Government

This pilot is just one part of a broader partnership with Advancing Manufacturing Aotearoa, focused on supporting the sector to grow, innovate and foster new talent. More >>

New Renal Centre Will Provide Life-saving Care For Patients

Sunday, 16 February 2025, 2:10 pm | New Zealand Government

The facility, which is 70 per cent larger than the previous centre, provides a welcoming environment for renal patients receiving care and their families, many of whom will be with the service for years. More >>

Kiwi Campaign Invites Aussies To Come On Over

Sunday, 16 February 2025, 2:08 pm | New Zealand Government

This is the first investment for our Tourism Boost, utilising $500,000 from the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy and there will be further initiatives to come. More >>

Significant Milestones At North Shore’s Tōtara Haumaru Hospital

Friday, 14 February 2025, 3:29 pm | New Zealand Government

It is encouraging to see progress already being made, with more than 2,500 New Zealanders having had their elective surgery at the hospital since it opened on 1 July 2024. More >>

Better Homes For Papakura Military Camp Personnel

Friday, 14 February 2025, 3:09 pm | New Zealand Government

“The aging camp barracks had been in use for more than 40 years and were leaky, mouldy and outdated. Our soldiers, sailors and aviators deserve homes where they can thrive,” Mr Penk says. More >>

Minister Acknowledges Outgoing Director-General

Friday, 14 February 2025, 12:21 pm | New Zealand Government

“Diana was appointed in November 2022, having acted in the role from July 2022. She played a key role as the government’s chief health advisor and steward of New Zealand’s public health system during the health system reforms. More >>

Funding Confirmed For Waikare Gorge Realignment

Friday, 14 February 2025, 11:31 am | New Zealand Government

Cabinet has now confirmed funding will be provided by the Crown to the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) to help deliver the Waikare Gorge realignment project, with four kilometres of State Highway 2 realigned between Wairoa and Napier, including a 160-metre-long ... More >>