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Revenue Action Plan To Support Delivering Infrastructure Sooner
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:48 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government has announced a Revenue Action Plan to enable a clear infrastructure pipeline that delivers the critical transport infrastructure our country needs sooner, Transport Minister Simeon Brown says. More >>
Two New Experts Appointed To FSANZ Board
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:47 pm | New Zealand Government
Food Safety Minister Andrew Hoggard is pleased to announce New Zealand’s latest representatives on the Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) Board. More >>
New Board Appointments For RNZ & TVNZ
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:47 pm | New Zealand Government
Media and Communications Minister Paul Goldsmith is announcing new appointments to the RNZ and TVNZ Boards. More >>
Sport & Rec Minister To Attend Paralympics
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:36 pm | New Zealand Government
Sport & Recreation Minister Chris Bishop will travel to Paris to support the New Zealand Paralympic Team during the 2024 Paralympic Games – the first time a New Zealand Sport & Recreation Minister has ever attended a Paralympics. More >>
Government To Update Parking Penalties
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:35 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government will be cracking down on people who misuse car parks for disabled people, ensuring towage fees do not leave tow-truck operators out of pocket, and adjusting parking fines for inflation, Disability Issues Minister Louise Upston and ... More >>
110km/h Speed Limit Proposed From Orewa To Warkworth
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:35 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Simeon BrownMinister of Transport31 August 2024Proposed speed limit increases of 110km/h on State Highway 1 from Orewa to Warkworth will mean faster journey times for Kiwis travelling between... More >>
Refreshed Health Research To Drive Better Outcomes
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:31 pm | New Zealand Government
Health Minister Dr Shane Reti says updated guidance provided to the Health Research Council (HRC) means future projects will have an increased focus on Government priorities and improved health for New Zealanders when being considered for funding. More >>
Minister Appoints New Chair And Members To Water Services Authority
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:31 pm | New Zealand Government
Minister of Local Government Simeon Brown has announced new appointments to the Board of the Water Services Authority – Taumata Arowai (the Authority), including a new chair, and has reappointed two members of the Authority’s Māori Advisory Group ... More >>
Business Confidence Rises Under New Economic Management
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:31 pm | New Zealand Government
Today’s ANZ Business Outlook shows businesses are feeling a whole lot better about the future, Minister of Finance Nicola Willis says. More >>
Victims To Benefit From Remote Participation Bill
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:30 pm | New Zealand Government
Court participants, particularly victims, will benefit from the passing of a bill today that will enable greater use of audio and audiovisual technology in court proceedings, Courts Minister Nicole McKee says. More >>
Bill To Strengthen The Economy Passes First Reading
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:30 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government continues to introduce measures that will strengthen the economy and ensure New Zealand businesses and individuals have a more secure future, Revenue Minister Simon Watts says. More >>
Bill Strengthening Firearm Prohibition Orders Passes
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:28 pm | New Zealand Government
An important milestone in the Coalition Government’s commitment to restoring law and order was reached with the passing of the Firearms Prohibition Orders Legislation Amendment Bill today, Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee says. More >>
Government’s Condolences On Passing Of Kīngi Tūheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:28 pm | New Zealand Government
Acting Prime Minister Winston Peters has expressed the Government’s condolences on the passing of Kīngi Tūheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII. More >>
New Approach To Mental Health Calls Welcomed
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:27 pm | New Zealand Government
Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey and Police Minister Mark Mitchell have welcomed the announcement by Health NZ and NZ Police on their transition to a stronger mental health-led response for those requiring crisis mental health support. More >>
Government Backs Programme To Optimise Fish Waste
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:26 pm | New Zealand Government
Jenny MarcroftParliamentary Under-SecretaryOceans and Fisheries. 01 September 2024The Government is backing a programme led by Sealord that is transforming fish waste into high-value consumer... More >>
Making It Easier To Verify Your Identity Online
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:16 pm | New Zealand Government
RealMe is a service that allows New Zealanders to prove their identity online with Government agencies and authorised organisations such as registered banks, without having to visit in person and show their passport or driver licence. More >>
He Poroporoaki Ki A Kīngi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:08 pm | New Zealand Government
Kīngi Tuheitia was at the forefront of kaupapa Māori, representing te ao Māori and the Kīngitanga with mana and humility. More >>
New Zealand And Canada Strengthen Emergency Management Cooperation
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:07 pm | New Zealand Government
The Memorandum of Cooperation will formalise the already strong working relationship between NEMA and Public Safety Canada through information and data sharing between our two countries. More >>
Turning Rubber Into Resources
Friday, 13 September 2024, 10:07 pm | New Zealand Government
By collaborating with industry, New Zealand’s first priority product stewardship scheme is a significant step toward a waste system that protects the environment. More >>
Endeavour Fund Projects For Economic Growth
Friday, 13 September 2024, 12:37 pm | New Zealand Government
It involves funding of more than $236 million for a range of ambitious ideas and research programmes during the next five years. It is crucial that this investment is targeted to deliver value for New Zealand and that is why this investment round ... More >>
