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Relationships & Sexuality Education Refresh
Tuesday, 10 December 2024, 8:13 am | New Zealand Government
“In a world that’s rapidly changing, young people deserve every opportunity to be equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive and interact positively and respectfully with others. RSE has an important role to play in that.” More >>
Raising The Visibility Of New Zealand’s Ethnic Communities
Monday, 9 December 2024, 7:59 pm | New Zealand Government
Prepared by the Ministry for Ethnic Communities, Ethnic Evidence is the first comprehensive report about how New Zealand’s ethnic communities are doing. It covers more than 120 measures across areas such as work and employment, health and wellbeing, and ... More >>
Pay Deductions For Partial Strikes To Be Reintroduced
Monday, 9 December 2024, 5:12 pm | New Zealand Government
“To provide a more effective and efficient bargaining environment, the coalition Government is reinstating provisions into the Employment Relations Act to allow for pay deductions in response to partial strikes,” Ms van Velden says. More >>
Next Steps For Banking Competition
Monday, 9 December 2024, 4:16 pm | New Zealand Government
Kiwibank’s parent company – Kiwi Group Capital – and the Treasury have been directed to talk to New Zealand KiwiSaver funds, New Zealand investment institutions and New Zealand professional investor groups about a potential investment of up to ... More >>
Strategic Leasing Another Tool In The Infrastructure Procurement Belt
Monday, 9 December 2024, 3:40 pm | New Zealand Government
Strategic leasing adds to a suite of infrastructure delivery pathways, recognising that the Government doesn’t need to own every asset it uses. It offers a sweet spot between knowing we have what we need – when and where we need it – and flexibility ... More >>
New Campaign Promotes Alcohol-Free Pregnancies
Monday, 9 December 2024, 11:10 am | New Zealand Government
We all have a part to play in preventing FASD. This campaign, Nurture the Future Within, encourages people to consider how our choices now impact their families and generations to come. More >>
New Climate Change Commission Chair Appointed
Monday, 9 December 2024, 10:03 am | New Zealand Government
Dame Patsy’s appointment will take effect in February 2025. In the meantime, Commissioner and Deputy Chair Lisa Tumahai will be acting chair. Dame Patsy’s appointment follows the conclusion of Dr Rod Carr’s term, which ends in early December. More >>
Commonsense Changes To Insulation Standards
Monday, 9 December 2024, 9:42 am | New Zealand Government
MBIE has now completed its review and is proposing some commonsense changes to enable greater flexibility for how builders and designers can meet energy efficiency standards at a lower cost. More >>
Racing Act Changes To Boost Racing Industry Sustainability
Sunday, 8 December 2024, 6:38 pm | New Zealand Government
This legislation will enhance the long-term sustainability of New Zealand’s racing industry by making TAB NZ New Zealand’s sole provider for sports and race betting both on land and online, says Racing Minister Winston Peters. More >>
Appointments To The New Zealand Post Board
Friday, 6 December 2024, 5:15 pm | New Zealand Government
The new members bring a wealth of governance, commercial and logistical expertise to the board. They join four existing board members: Reuben Casey, Paul Cochrane, Roger Gray and Bruce Wattie. More >>
New Members Appointed To EECA Board
Friday, 6 December 2024, 4:07 pm | New Zealand Government
John Carnegie and Vijay Goel have both been appointed as members for three-year terms which will begin on 6 January 2025 and end on 5 January 2028. More >>
Swift Avian Influenza Response In Otago On Track
Friday, 6 December 2024, 1:58 pm | New Zealand Government
Biosecurity New Zealand has moved quickly, and the results provide cautious optimism as extensive and detailed work continues, in partnership with industry, to eliminate the virus, Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard says. More >>
Appointments To Tāmaki Regeneration Company Board
Friday, 6 December 2024, 1:03 pm | New Zealand Government
Tāmaki Regeneration Company is leading the redevelopment of the Crown’s social housing stock in the Auckland suburbs of Glen Innes, Point England and Panmure. This social housing programme is also intended to deliver better social and economic outcomes ... More >>
Bravery Award Recipients Recognised
Friday, 6 December 2024, 6:23 am | New Zealand Government
“Police do an incredible job every day keeping our communities safe, but the officers recognised today have gone above and beyond,” says Hon Mark Mitchell, Minister of Police More >>
PM Recognises Extraordinary Bravery
Friday, 6 December 2024, 6:18 am | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has announced three Bravery Stars, 10 Bravery Decorations, and 25 Bravery Medals this year. More >>
Government To Partner With Private Sector To Plant Trees On Low Value Crown Land
Thursday, 5 December 2024, 8:19 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government will soon release a request for information (RFI) that will help clarify the conditions under which potential partners could work with the Crown. This will help the Government understand what land may be suitable to offer for partnership. More >>
Government Partners To Boost Rural Productivity In Hawke’s Bay
Thursday, 5 December 2024, 4:22 pm | New Zealand Government
“The Government is co-investing $995,000 to grow the Land for Life (LFL) pilot programme that supports Hawke’s Bay farmers with practical tools to adapt to changing conditions, build back from the recent cyclones and maximise profitability,” Mr ... More >>
More Charter Schools To Open Term 1 2025 Announced
Thursday, 5 December 2024, 4:14 pm | New Zealand Government
“Every child deserves an education that gives them the opportunity to learn and grow in ways which are more specific to their needs. These five new charter schools are fantastic examples of schools that will give families and educators more meaningful More >>
International Data Confirms Maths Transformation
Thursday, 5 December 2024, 3:54 pm | New Zealand Government
2023 results show an improved average score for science, maths achievement has remained at the same level. It backs up this Government’s focus on giving all children confidence in maths,” Ms Stanford says. More >>
Peters Visit To New Caledonia Concludes
Thursday, 5 December 2024, 3:49 pm | New Zealand Government
“Over the last few days, we have listened to and learned from a wide range of people in New Caledonia - so that we can better understand the acute challenges it faces,” Mr Peters says. More >>
