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Sod Turned On Final Stage Of Eastern Busway
Friday, 24 July 2026, 11:11 am | New Zealand Government
“Today marks a major milestone for Auckland’s transport network. When the Eastern Busway fully opens in 2027, it will connect Botany, Pakuranga and Panmure, giving people a reliable 40-minute trip from Botany to the city centre by bus and train.” More >>
Rail Crossing Work Reaches Milestone
Friday, 24 July 2026, 8:08 am | New Zealand Government
Auckland Minister Simon Watts says, this milestone is another example of what can be achieved when central and local government work together to deliver better outcomes for Aucklanders. More >>
Asia Regional Meetings Conclude Amid International Turbulence
Friday, 24 July 2026, 6:45 am | New Zealand Government
A joint statement released by Ministers following the ASEAN-New Zealand Foreign Ministers’ Meeting yesterday emphasised the need to strengthen regional resilience. More >>
Christchurch Men’s Prison PPP Deal Signed
Thursday, 23 July 2026, 4:18 pm | New Zealand Government
The Project Agreement was signed this week between the Crown and Southern Renewal Partners (SRP) and reached financial close, with construction planned to begin later this year. More >>
Appointments To New School Property Board
Thursday, 23 July 2026, 12:32 pm | New Zealand Government
“We have done a lot to change the way the system works, but there is more to do. The Board will continue to drive the reset and keep the focus firmly on delivery," says Education Minister Ms Erica Stanford. More >>
Guide To Support Staff Experiencing Stalking
Thursday, 23 July 2026, 11:22 am | New Zealand Government
Stalking is harmful and unwanted behaviour that intrudes on victims’ lives. Anyone can be a victim of stalking, but women are disproportionately affected, Ms Grigg says. More >>
Licenced Firearm Owners Heard With Improvements To Arms Bill
Wednesday, 22 July 2026, 6:58 pm | New Zealand Government
Most of the Bill will commence on 23 September 2026, with the remaining provisions coming into force progressively by 23 February 2028. More >>
NZ And PNG Strengthen Defence Ties
Wednesday, 22 July 2026, 6:54 pm | New Zealand Government
“New Zealand is committed to Pacific regional cooperation. We are stronger when we act together, supporting the Pacific to become a digitally inclusive and connected region,” says Defence Minister Chris Penk. More >>
Homegrown Nursing Workforce Continues To Grow
Wednesday, 22 July 2026, 6:40 pm | New Zealand Government
"I want to congratulate all our new nurses on completing their studies. I look forward to welcoming them into the health workforce as they begin their careers caring for New Zealanders," Health Minister Simeon Brown says. More >>
Term 2 Attendance Highest Since 2016
Wednesday, 22 July 2026, 2:02 pm | New Zealand Government
In Term 2 2026, 64.2% of students attended school regularly. This was a 5.8 per cent increase from 58.4 per cent in Term 2 2025. A student attends school ‘regularly’ when they are in class for more than 90 per cent of the term. More >>
Calmer, Quieter Classrooms - As Walls Go Up
Wednesday, 22 July 2026, 11:29 am | New Zealand Government
“At the end of 2025, the Ministry of Education launched the Modifying Open Plan Classrooms Initiative and invited schools to register their interest in reinstating classroom walls. A total of 193 schools responded." More >>
Women’s Governance Pipeline Grows Through BoardConnector
Tuesday, 21 July 2026, 3:47 pm | New Zealand Government
BoardConnector supports women at different stages of their governance journey by connecting them with information, development opportunities and board vacancies. More >>
New Zealand And Philippines Form Comprehensive Partnership
Tuesday, 21 July 2026, 3:06 pm | New Zealand Government
The Comprehensive Partnership provides a framework for deeper collaboration across four pillars: political engagement; defence, security, and maritime cooperation; trade and economic ties; and people-to-people links. More >>
Final Report Received On Phillips Children Inquiry
Tuesday, 21 July 2026, 12:56 pm | New Zealand Government
Mr Chris Bishop says the Government will carefully consider the Inquiry’s recommendations and respond appropriately in coming weeks. More >>
Fiscal Discipline Critical During Global Volatility
Tuesday, 21 July 2026, 11:46 am | New Zealand Government
Stats NZ reports that without changes in petrol and diesel prices, annual inflation would have been 2.9 per cent, within the Reserve Bank's target range for inflation. More >>
Minerals Sector Gaining Momentum Under Strategy
Tuesday, 21 July 2026, 11:25 am | New Zealand Government
Minerals production is increasing across the sector, with gold output rising by approximately 17 per cent to around 250,000 ounces annually. More >>
$10 Billion Milestone Highlights Growing Investment In New Zealand Innovation
Tuesday, 21 July 2026, 9:34 am | New Zealand Government
Reaching $10 billion in supported research and development is a significant landmark and demonstrates the growing confidence New Zealand businesses have in innovation and their capability to grow. More >>
Select Committee Report On The Natural Environment Bill And Planning Bill Welcomed
Monday, 20 July 2026, 4:43 pm | New Zealand Government
Associate Environment and Associate Agriculture Minister Andrew Hoggard has welcomed the Select Committee report on the Planning Bill and the Natural Environment Bill, which have been sent back to the House. More >>
Students To Receive Completed NCEA Co-Requisite Assessments
Monday, 20 July 2026, 2:57 pm | New Zealand Government
Completed Reading assessments were available to students in late June, with teachers providing positive feedback on the process. More >>
Better Planning For Growth And Environment
Monday, 20 July 2026, 2:43 pm | New Zealand Government
Independent analysis shows the new planning system is projected to boost GDP by an additional 0.56 per cent every year by 2050, worth up to $3.1 billion annually. More >>
