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Feedback Wanted On Working With Engineered Stone

Thursday, 13 February 2025, 10:23 am | New Zealand Government

Engineered stone workers can develop accelerated silicosis, a more aggressive form of silicosis, after just three to ten years of exposure to respirable crystalline silica. More >>

Going For Growth: Supermarkets On Notice

Thursday, 13 February 2025, 9:37 am | New Zealand Government

Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis announced the intention to strengthen competition in the supermarket sector at the release of a progress report on the work being done to shift New Zealand to a higher growth track. More >>

First Test Train Journeys Through City Rail Link

Thursday, 13 February 2025, 9:08 am | New Zealand Government

“CRL will be a gamechanger for Auckland’s public transport network, turning Britomart from a dead-end station into a through station, enhancing connections between the central city and the wider rail network,” Minister for Auckland Simeon Brown says. More >>

Going For Growth: International Investment Summit To Boost Infrastructure And Jobs

Monday, 10 February 2025, 5:57 pm | New Zealand Government

“The investment summit will bring together around 100 leaders from global investment and construction companies, among others, to showcase our infrastructure vision and highlight upcoming investment and development opportunities." More >>

Daily Attendance Dashboard Is Live

Monday, 10 February 2025, 1:54 pm | New Zealand Government

“The attendance dashboard will facilitate the daily recording and publication of student attendance,” says Mr Seymour. More >>

Ruth Money Appointed Chief Victims Advisor

Monday, 10 February 2025, 1:10 pm | New Zealand Government

“The advice provided by Ms Money over the next two years will be essential in ensuring there are 20,000 fewer victims of violent crime by 2029, while keeping the needs of victims at the forefront of our justice system." More >>

Respect Your Elders: Driving Change For Vintage Vehicles

Monday, 10 February 2025, 8:46 am | New Zealand Government

The Government is looking to reduce unnecessarily onerous compliance requirements for owners of vintage cars, vintage motorcycles and privately owned motorhomes, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. More >>

Going For Growth: Unlocking Investment In NZ

Sunday, 9 February 2025, 2:24 pm | New Zealand Government

“Incentivising, simplifying and broadening the investment offerings will make New Zealand more attractive and accessible to more foreign high-value investors. These changes will turbocharge our economic growth, bringing brighter days ahead for all ... More >>

Innovation Fund To Provide Improved Access To Digital Mental Health Resources

Friday, 7 February 2025, 1:44 pm | New Zealand Government

The Mental Health Foundation will now be able to redevelop and future proof its digital platforms to improve the ways they provide crucial information about mental health and wellbeing, suicide prevention, and mental distress for all New Zealanders, Mental ... More >>

Fast-Track To Accelerate Economic Growth Starts Today

Friday, 7 February 2025, 11:24 am | New Zealand Government

The new Act helps cut through the thicket of red and green tape and the jumble of approvals processes that has, until now, held New Zealand back from much-needed economic growth. More >>

Minister Thanks Outgoing Chief Executive

Friday, 7 February 2025, 9:17 am | New Zealand Government

“Margie Apa was the first to hold the position of Chief Executive at Health New Zealand, taking on the challenge of transitioning New Zealand’s health system from regional district health boards into a single entity following the previous government's ... More >>

Independent Arbiter To Determine Torture Redress

Friday, 7 February 2025, 9:11 am | New Zealand Government

Eligible survivors can choose either an expedited payment of $150,000 or an individual payment process where each claim is independently assessed by an independent arbiter who will determine payment amounts. More >>

Waitangi Day: Speech To Ngāi Tahu, Ōnuku Marae

Thursday, 6 February 2025, 11:59 am | New Zealand Government

Rt Hon Christopher Luxon Prime Minister Tēnā koutou. He mihi ki a Ngāi Tārewa me Ngāti Irakehu, Koutou ko Ngāi Tahu whānui, Te marae o Ōnuku, Mihi mai. Te whare e tū nei, tēnā koe. Ki ngā mate, moe mai rā koutou ki te pō. Nau mai ... More >>

Family Court Associates Appointed

Wednesday, 5 February 2025, 4:02 pm | New Zealand Government

The appointees will take up their roles between February and late March and will be based in Whangarei, Hamilton (two), Rotorua, Palmerston North, Wellington and Christchurch. More >>

Fairer Compensation And Safeguards For Māori Landowners

Wednesday, 5 February 2025, 1:15 pm | New Zealand Government

“The historic confiscation of Māori land remains a deep source of pain for many New Zealanders. For this reason, and due to the special significance of Māori freehold land, the Government reaffirms its commitment that acquiring Māori land for public ... More >>

Employment Data Bolsters Need For Growth

Wednesday, 5 February 2025, 11:52 am | New Zealand Government

The unemployment rate was 5.1 per cent in the December 2024 quarter, while average hourly earnings rose 4.2 per cent over the year. More >>

SH76 Brougham Street Upgrades Prioritised As A Road Of Regional Significance

Wednesday, 5 February 2025, 11:38 am | New Zealand Government

“Carrying over 45,000 vehicles per day, SH76 Brougham Street is a critical route servicing the commercial, industrial, and residential areas south of Christchurch. It is also the main freight route to the South Island’s largest port at Lyttleton. More >>

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