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Prime Minister Congratulates Donald J. Trump On Election Win
Thursday, 7 November 2024, 5:19 am | New Zealand Government
The relationship between our two countries is strong and enduring. I look forward to developing even closer relations with the incoming Trump Administration. More >>
Safe, Secure Digital Identity Services On The Way
Wednesday, 6 November 2024, 12:02 pm | New Zealand Government
“New Zealanders want to be able to complete everyday tasks online and in person in a way that’s safe and secure,” Ms Collins says. More >>
Home-Based ECE Care Made Easier
Wednesday, 6 November 2024, 11:22 am | New Zealand Government
“I have heard from providers that some of the red tape around home-based ECE care is too onerous and makes them spend too much time on compliance,” says Mr Seymour. More >>
Base Woodbourne Resolution With Kurahaupō Iwi
Wednesday, 6 November 2024, 11:16 am | New Zealand Government
Ngāti Apa ki te Rā Tō Trust, Rangitāne o Wairau Settlement Trust, and Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Kuia each received $8.4 mn after contaminated soil at Base Woodbourne near Blenheim prevented the 3 Iwi from purchasing a substantial part of the site as originally ... More >>
Beefing Up Red Meat Marketing In China
Wednesday, 6 November 2024, 4:47 am | New Zealand Government
The ‘Taste Pure Nature’ campaign is a partnership between the Government and the red meat sector that will strengthen our red meat brand in China, differentiating it from our competitors, and driving better returns for kiwi farmers and processors. More >>
Government Formalises Police Vetting Service
Tuesday, 5 November 2024, 5:34 pm | New Zealand Government
“The vetting service that Police provide is of significant value to users of the service and Kiwis across New Zealand – particularly those working with vulnerable people,” says Mr Mitchell. More >>
Oranga Tamariki Oversight Bill Passes First Reading
Tuesday, 5 November 2024, 4:07 pm | New Zealand Government
The Monitor will be led by a board of three members with current Chief Executive, Arran Jones remaining in his role from 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2026 to oversee and support the organisation’s transition. More >>
NZTA Confirms Preferred Option For Second Mt Vic Tunnel And SH1 Upgrades
Tuesday, 5 November 2024, 3:41 pm | New Zealand Government
The SH1 Wellington Improvements RoNS will now move through an investment case which will be completed to be brought back to the NZTA Board in mid-2025. More >>
Appointments Strengthen Conservation Boards
Tuesday, 5 November 2024, 12:35 pm | New Zealand Government
Mr Potaka today announced 64 appointments to the country’s 14 Conservation Boards. More >>
First Steps Towards National Infrastructure Plan
Tuesday, 5 November 2024, 11:51 am | New Zealand Government
The development of a 30-year National Infrastructure Plan has been widely welcomed across the infrastructure sector and was a National Party campaign commitment. The Infrastructure Commission has been tasked with delivering the Plan. More >>
Stats Show Medsafe Accelerates Approval Assessments
Tuesday, 5 November 2024, 10:37 am | New Zealand Government
“The data produced in Medsafe’s annual statistics show that in 2023/2024 Medsafe expedited their assessment process for almost every category of medicine,” says Mr Seymour. More >>
New Rules Mean Faster Payment Times For Small Businesses
Tuesday, 5 November 2024, 10:04 am | New Zealand Government
“The Government is ambitious about lifting New Zealand’s economic productivity and improving public sector efficiency, which means adopting smarter ways of working,” Mr Bayly says. More >>
Accelerating Maths Achievement For Kiwi Kids
Monday, 4 November 2024, 4:38 pm | New Zealand Government
This Government is committed to getting 80 per cent of Year 8 students at or above the expected curriculum level by 2030. We’ve just released a new knowledge-rich curriculum in time for Term 1 next year that sets out a structured, evidence-based ... More >>
Government’s Creative Sector Strategy Released
Monday, 4 November 2024, 11:17 am | New Zealand Government
“Amplify has been released for public consultation and I encourage people to read the strategy and to share their feedback. More >>
On-Sold Programme Changes Bring Resolution To Homeowners And Taxpayers
Monday, 4 November 2024, 10:33 am | New Zealand Government
Applicants had 12 months to apply for an ex-gratia payment towards the cost of having their homes repaired for remaining earthquake damage. Applications for the programme closed on 14 October 2020. More >>
Todd McClay To Lead Large Trade Mission To China
Sunday, 3 November 2024, 3:05 pm | New Zealand Government
This visit is part of the Government delivering on its promise to lead more trade missions than any previous administration during this term of parliament. More >>
New Charter To Guarantee Better Access For Hunting And Fishing
Saturday, 2 November 2024, 2:09 pm | New Zealand Government
This Charter establishes guiding principles for the Department of Conservation (DOC) to provide clear and transparent decisions on PCL access that makes it easier for kiwis to go hunting and fishing. More >>
Pou Whenua Blessing Honours Tongariro
Friday, 1 November 2024, 3:50 pm | New Zealand Government
Mr Potaka attended a blessing for the specially carved Pou Whenua at Mangatepopo, at the start of the track on 1 November. It represents Te Ririo, a significant figure in the histories of Ngāti Hikairo ki Tongariro, hapū of Ngāti Tūwharetoa. More >>
New Members Appointed To The NZTA Board
Friday, 1 November 2024, 1:30 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Simeon Brown Minister of Transport Transport Minister Simeon Brown has today announced two new appointments to the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) Board. Mary-Anne Macleod and Mike Rudge have both been appointed as members for three-year ... More >>
Welcome Relief From New Oestradiol Gel Funding
Friday, 1 November 2024, 11:50 am | New Zealand Government
“I’m well aware of the stress caused by the global shortage earlier this year. At the time I said I was confident Pharmac was working hard to find a replacement, and I’m pleased to see this come to fruition,” says Mr Seymour. More >>
