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50 Years On, Niue And NZ Look To The Future
Friday, 5 July 2024, 2:50 pm | New Zealand Government
A half-century after pursuing self-government, Niue can count on New Zealand’s steadfast partnership and support, Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters says. More >>
Upgrading System Resulting In Faster Passport Processing
Friday, 5 July 2024, 12:29 pm | New Zealand Government
Acting Internal Affairs Minister David Seymour says wait times for passports are reducing, as the Department of Internal Affairs (the Department) reports the highest ever monthly figure for digital uptake in passport applications. More >>
New School For Flat Bush
Friday, 5 July 2024, 10:48 am | New Zealand Government
The Coalition Government is building for roll growth and easing pressure in Auckland’s school system, by committing to the construction of a new primary school, Education Minister Erica Stanford says. More >>
Roads Of National Significance Moving At Pace
Friday, 5 July 2024, 10:31 am | New Zealand Government
Transport Minister Simeon Brown has welcomed news that the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) is getting on with the Government’s first seven Roads of National Significance (RoNS) projects expected to begin procurement, enabling works and construction in ... More >>
Expert Panel Appointed To Review Public Works Act
Thursday, 4 July 2024, 4:44 pm | New Zealand Government
An independent expert advisory panel has been appointed to review the Public Works Act to make it easier to build infrastructure, Minister for Land Information Chris Penk has announced. More >>
Resources Minister Heads To Australia With Message - ‘NZ Is Open For Business’
Thursday, 4 July 2024, 2:57 pm | New Zealand Government
The visit is also an opportunity to build relationships with Australian state and federal counterparts and learn from their experiences as New Zealand seeks to develop a strategic, enduring minerals sector. More >>
Prime Minister’s Scholarships Awarded
Thursday, 4 July 2024, 2:15 pm | New Zealand Government
New Zealand’s ability to engage with key trading partners is set to grow further with 20 scholarships awarded for groups to gain education experiences across Asia and Latin America, Tertiary Education and Skills Minister, Penny Simmonds says. More >>
Next Steps For Northwest Rapid Transit Underway
Thursday, 4 July 2024, 1:40 pm | New Zealand Government
Transport Minister Simeon Brown has welcomed progress on Northwest Rapid Transit, as the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) confirms next steps on the preferred option, a busway alongside State Highway 16 from Brigham Creek to Auckland City Centre. More >>
Announcement Of Mental Health Targets And Mental Health And Addiction Community Sector Innovation Fund
Thursday, 4 July 2024, 12:55 pm | New Zealand Government
New Zealand has done well as a country breaking down the barriers in mental health. Breaking down the stigma and discrimination. In New Zealand we’ve come a long way creating a culture where more people are openly talking about mental health. More >>
New Fund For Mental Health Services Set To Open
Thursday, 4 July 2024, 11:31 am | New Zealand Government
The first round of the government’s $10 million Mental Health and Addiction Community Sector Innovation Fund is set to open for applications later this month, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says. More >>
Targets Will Drive Improvement In Mental Health
Thursday, 4 July 2024, 11:28 am | New Zealand Government
Reflecting the Government’s priority to improve the public services Kiwis rely on, including mental health care, Minister for Mental Health, Matt Doocey has today announced five mental health and addiction targets. More >>
Going For Housing Growth Stage One Unveiled
Thursday, 4 July 2024, 11:25 am | New Zealand Government
The Government will establish ambitious new housing growth targets for New Zealand’s cities, while taking steps to make it easier to expand both up and out, says Housing and Resource Management Act (RMA) Reform Minister Chris Bishop More >>
Focus On Resilience And Education In Nauru
Thursday, 4 July 2024, 10:23 am | New Zealand Government
New Zealand and Nauru are deepening their relationship, including on economic resilience and education, Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters says. More >>
500th RCG Mobile Tower Delivered At Anawhata
Wednesday, 3 July 2024, 4:36 pm | New Zealand Government
These towers have enabled access to enhanced broadband to over 34,000 homes and mobile phone services to support safety to nearly 1,500kms of state highways and many tourism locations. More >>
Kāinga Ora Board Refreshed, New Letter Of Expectations Issued
Wednesday, 3 July 2024, 1:00 pm | New Zealand Government
The board of Kāinga Ora – Homes & Community has been refreshed and Ministers have issued a new Letter of Expectations demanding better financial performance, Housing Minister Chris Bishop says. More >>
Further Boost For Wairoa Mayoral Relief Fund
Wednesday, 3 July 2024, 11:42 am | New Zealand Government
The Government is providing a further $500,000 to the Wairoa Mayoral Relief Fund to help the community following flooding last week, Emergency Management and Recovery Minister Mark Mitchell announced during a visit to the district today. More >>
Govt Delivers Consistency For Assessing Kiwi Kids
Wednesday, 3 July 2024, 10:41 am | New Zealand Government
The Coalition Government is delivering consistency in student assessment, giving parents certainty on how their child’s doing at school, Education Minister Erica Stanford says. More >>
Free Cervical Screening For At Risk Women To Continue
Wednesday, 3 July 2024, 10:10 am | New Zealand Government
Health Minister Dr Shane Reti has confirmed that cervical screening will continue to be free for women with higher risk of cervical cancer. More >>
Prime Minister Heads To United States For NATO
Wednesday, 3 July 2024, 9:14 am | New Zealand Government
Mr Luxon will begin his visit by building New Zealand’s profile with politicians in Washington DC, meeting members of the US Administration and of Congress. More >>
NZ Wood And Wool To Benefit Through New Trade Deal
Tuesday, 2 July 2024, 5:52 pm | New Zealand Government
New Zealand today concluded a groundbreaking trade deal with Costa Rica, Iceland, and Switzerland, to remove tariffs on hundreds of products that benefit sustainability and the environment, Trade and Agriculture Minister Todd McClay says. More >>
