Scoop has an Ethical Paywall
New Zealand Government - Latest News [Page 154]
Prime Minister To Attend APEC Leaders’ Meeting
Monday, 11 November 2024, 7:21 pm | New Zealand Government
For a country like New Zealand, where one in four Kiwi jobs depend on trade, and more than three quarters of our exports are destined for APEC economies, removing economic barriers in the Asia-Pacific is critical to our national interests. More >>
Largest Ever Number Of Graduate Vets To Boost Rural Productivity And Support Farmers
Monday, 11 November 2024, 8:37 am | New Zealand Government
“The Government is committed to enhancing primary sector productivity and delivering direct benefits to farmers and rural communities,” Mr. McClay says. More >>
Stalking To Become Illegal And Jailable Offence
Monday, 11 November 2024, 4:41 am | New Zealand Government
The offence will have a maximum penalty of five years imprisonment, and will capture patterns of behaviour, being three specified acts occurring within a 12-month period. More >>
Nationally Significant Sites To Be Upgraded
Sunday, 10 November 2024, 3:07 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government will provide $20.3 million in funding to improve two sites that have a special place in the hearts of New Zealanders, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones and Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka say. More >>
Unions Shouldn’t Get In The Way Of Student Learning
Friday, 8 November 2024, 4:32 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government is focussed on increasing student attendance, raising achievement, and providing choice to students, parents and educators. Meanwhile the PPTA is disrupting their educations when they need consistent learning time. More >>
Compensation Scheme Levies To Be Risk Based
Friday, 8 November 2024, 4:01 pm | New Zealand Government
Nicola Willis says that while the levy will generally be risk based, credit unions and building societies will pay a temporary flat levy until the new prudential regime is fully in force in 2028. More >>
New Centre Will Improve Mental Health Outcomes In Tauranga
Friday, 8 November 2024, 2:24 pm | New Zealand Government
Te Waka Aorangi is leading the way by providing a ‘one-stop-shop’ for children with neurodevelopmental, behavioural, and mental health concerns — the only child wellness centre in New Zealand using this specific innovative integrated model of ... More >>
Poroporoaki: Sir Robert ‘Bom’ Gillies
Friday, 8 November 2024, 1:29 pm | New Zealand Government
Sir Bom will be remembered as a guardian of our history and a champion of Māori rights. His legacy will continue to inspire future generations to honour the sacrifices of those who served and to strive for a just and equitable society. More >>
New Zealand And Irish Governments Partner To Support Farming Through Research
Friday, 8 November 2024, 1:26 pm | New Zealand Government
The joint effort, led by New Zealand’s Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) and Ireland's Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, is focused on developing actionable tools that address the specific on-farm challenges New Zealand farmers ... More >>
Rail Network Rebuild To Be Delivered Ahead Of City Rail Link Opening
Friday, 8 November 2024, 1:22 pm | New Zealand Government
This project will double Auckland’s rail capacity with new stations in the CBD and more frequent, faster, and more reliable trains across the city. This is a key part of the Government’s plan to reduce travel times across Auckland. More >>
Dr Daniel Tulloch Appointed To FENZ Board
Friday, 8 November 2024, 1:10 pm | New Zealand Government
Dr Tulloch is a sustainable finance adviser, with a deep understanding of finance, financial stewardship, sustainability, and risk management. More >>
Social Investment Board Appointed
Friday, 8 November 2024, 1:03 pm | New Zealand Government
This board is a very strong line-up, with real grassroots experience, practical knowledge, and the courage to drive significant change in the way public agencies deliver social services,” Nicola Willis says. More >>
Foreign Minister To Visit Latin America
Friday, 8 November 2024, 8:51 am | New Zealand Government
“Chile and Mexico are two of New Zealand’s closest partners in Latin America and we are pleased to be visiting them next week,” Mr Peters says. More >>
$340m NZ-China Trade Boost Through 24 Key Partnerships
Friday, 8 November 2024, 8:17 am | New Zealand Government
“These deals will grow our economy and reinforce New Zealand as a reliable trade partner and significant supplier to China. They will also contribute to our target of doubling the value of exports in the next 10 years.” More >>
Prime Minister Pays Tribute To Sir Robert ‘Bom’ Gillies
Friday, 8 November 2024, 8:14 am | New Zealand Government
“Sir Bom will be remembered for his service to New Zealand and defending the ideals we value most." More >>
Bringing Crown Director Fees Closer To Market Rate
Thursday, 7 November 2024, 2:48 pm | New Zealand Government
Ordinary directors’ fees for these companies have been largely static for more than 15 years and have fallen significantly below market rate, some by up to 56 per cent. More >>
Treaty Principles Bill Introduced To Parliament
Thursday, 7 November 2024, 12:50 pm | New Zealand Government
Once the Bill has had its first reading, every New Zealander will have the opportunity to provide their views on the Bill at the select committee stage. More >>
Suicide Prevention Action Plan Next Steps
Thursday, 7 November 2024, 10:55 am | New Zealand Government
The final action plan is due for release next year. As this plan will guide our collective suicide prevention efforts for the next five years under the Every Life Matters – He Tapu te Oranga o ia tangata: Suicide Prevention Strategy 2019–2029, it is important ... More >>
Results Reinforce Importance Of Growth
Thursday, 7 November 2024, 10:24 am | New Zealand Government
The financial statements for the three months to 30 September 2024 show key fiscal indicators were weaker than forecast at the Budget in May with the total Crown operating balance before gains and losses (OBEGAL) deficit $0.7 billion larger than expected ... More >>
Police & Immigration Work Together To Tackle Gangs
Thursday, 7 November 2024, 10:18 am | New Zealand Government
“The Immigration Minister and I are working closely together, alongside Police, Customs and Immigration New Zealand (INZ), to respond to an organised Mongols event in Canterbury between 7-10 November,” Police Minister Mark Mitchell says. More >>
