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New Plan For Reducing Family And Sexual Violence
Sunday, 15 December 2024, 1:44 pm | New Zealand Government
Three years into the Strategy, this second Action Plan is another important milestone in the life of Te Aorerekura. It builds on progress under the first Action Plan to focus agencies’ collective efforts on practical improvements to keep people safe. More >>
Trade Minister To Visit India
Saturday, 14 December 2024, 2:15 pm | New Zealand Government
“India is an important partner for New Zealand. The Government is committed to stepping up all aspects of our relationship, including opportunities to enhance two-way trade,” Trade Minister Todd McClay says. More >>
Low-emission Hydrogen Plan Released
Saturday, 14 December 2024, 2:13 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government is committed to enabling the hydrogen sector to be part of our energy mix through removing regulatory barriers and supporting international trade and investment. More >>
Modernising Dietary Supplement Regulations
Friday, 13 December 2024, 5:34 pm | New Zealand Government
Under changes to the Therapeutic Products Act Repeal Bill, the Government is moving the Dietary Supplements Regulations 1985 from the long-repealed Food Act 1981 and reissuing them under the modern Food Act 2014. More >>
Therapeutic Products Act Repeal Bill Passed
Friday, 13 December 2024, 5:31 pm | New Zealand Government
Repealing the TPA was a commitment in the National-New Zealand First and National-ACT coalition agreements. More >>
Assurance Received From The National Library On Freedom Of Expression
Friday, 13 December 2024, 4:21 pm | New Zealand Government
The National Library often make minor edits to the summary of public lectures for length and clarity. However, changing an author’s summary out of political sensitivity is not acceptable and the National Library has acknowledged this. More >>
New Zealand And Thailand Make Progress Towards Strategic Partnership
Friday, 13 December 2024, 3:49 pm | New Zealand Government
Mr Peters met with his Thai counterpart Maris Sangiampongsa in Auckland today. More >>
Government Delivers Standardised Emissions Measurement Tool
Friday, 13 December 2024, 3:09 pm | New Zealand Government
Standardised, science-based methodology is a first step at reducing complexity and ensuring farmers have access to tools they can trust, making it easier to understand and tackle on-farm emissions. More >>
Government Sets Target To Reduce Persistent Poverty
Friday, 13 December 2024, 2:32 pm | New Zealand Government
“This is the first time a New Zealand government has set a target to reduce persistent poverty, which Stats NZ defined last month as children living in low-income households before housing costs are applied in the current year and at least two out of the ... More >>
Kaitaia Airport Resolution Takes Flight
Friday, 13 December 2024, 2:23 pm | New Zealand Government
Today the pathway for Kaitaia Airport to return to NgāiTakoto and Ngāti Kahu hapū was cleared; NgāiTakoto confirmed they will purchase Kaitaia Airport in line with their Treaty settlement provisions. More >>
Next Phase Of Whangārei Hospital Development Underway
Friday, 13 December 2024, 1:50 pm | New Zealand Government
Dr Reti says the $35 million unit, Tira Ora, replaces the existing children’s clinic with a modern, fit-for-purpose facility which will provide significantly more capacity and comfort for patients and staff. More >>
New Appointments To The Sport NZ Board
Friday, 13 December 2024, 1:44 pm | New Zealand Government
“Megan Campbell, John Fiso (ONZM), Kathryn Irving and Ken Laban will collectively bring strong governance experience in the community, sporting and recreational sectors to the board,” Mr Bishop says. More >>
Judicial Appointments Announced
Friday, 13 December 2024, 1:38 pm | New Zealand Government
Lay members assist the Court in cases involving appeals from decisions of the Commerce Commission and in other matters under the Commerce Act. More >>
Record Wild Goat Hunting Competition Removes 12,935 Goats
Friday, 13 December 2024, 1:33 pm | New Zealand Government
“This is fantastic result demonstrates the importance and benefit of strong partnerships across the hunting community in addressing the damage wild goats cause to farmland and native ecosystems," Mr McClay says More >>
Three Strikes Bill Passes Third Reading
Friday, 13 December 2024, 1:27 pm | New Zealand Government
“Reinstating the Three Strikes regime will help keep New Zealanders safer while sending a strong message to those who keep committing these serious crimes that they will face increasingly serious consequences,” Mrs McKee says. More >>
Government To Enable Tolling To Accelerate Investment In Roads
Friday, 13 December 2024, 1:17 pm | New Zealand Government
Tolling is a tool used around the world to accelerate investment in roading infrastructure, and the changes the Government is making will allow this approach to be applied in New Zealand more effectively. More >>
Sue Brake Appointed To Guardians NZ Board
Friday, 13 December 2024, 11:57 am | New Zealand Government
“Sue Brake brings more than two decades of experience in investment management, governance and strategic advice and I look forward to seeing her contribution to Guardians of New Zealand Superannuation,” Nicola Willis says. More >>
Supporting Safe, Secure, Responsible Use Of Space
Friday, 13 December 2024, 11:31 am | New Zealand Government
“The new regulations are intended to prevent the establishment or use of ground-based space infrastructure in New Zealand by entities that do not share our values or interests,” Ms Collins says. More >>
Mental Health Targets Provide Foundation To Build On
Friday, 13 December 2024, 11:15 am | New Zealand Government
Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey is glad to see 80 per cent of Kiwis receiving access to specialist mental health and addiction services within three weeks. More >>
Invigorating New Zealand’s Capital Markets
Friday, 13 December 2024, 10:44 am | New Zealand Government
“Kiwis work incredibly hard but do not see the same level of return for their labour as other advanced nations. The Government is committed to turning this around and improving productivity so that Kiwis can benefit from higher living standards." More >>
