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Benefit Numbers Show Scale Of Repair Job Ahead
Thursday, 18 January 2024, 9:51 am | New Zealand Government
Benefit numbers released today paint a grim picture of the previous government’s economic mismanagement, Social Development and Employment Minister, Louise Upston says. More >>
Inaugural Women’s British And Irish Lions Tour To Kick Off
Wednesday, 17 January 2024, 10:03 am | New Zealand Government
The inaugural Women’s British and Irish Lions Tour will receive government funding to support matches played across New Zealand in September 2027, offering significant economic, social and cultural benefits to New Zealand, Sport and Recreation Minister ... More >>
Electric Vehicles To Pay Road User Charges
Tuesday, 16 January 2024, 2:33 pm | New Zealand Government
The coalition Government is confirming that the exemption from road user charges (RUC) for owners of light electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids will end from 1 April, Transport Minister Simeon Brown says. “Petrol tax and distance-based RUC ... More >>
Independent Electoral Review Final Report Released
Tuesday, 16 January 2024, 9:58 am | New Zealand Government
Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith has today released the final report of the Independent Electoral Review. “The final report has over 140 recommendations that cover many aspects of parliamentary electoral laws,” says Mr Goldsmith. “This follows an ... More >>
Government Cancels Auckland Light Rail
Sunday, 14 January 2024, 1:45 pm | New Zealand Government
The coalition Government continues to deliver on its 100-day plan with the decision to cancel the Auckland Light Rail project. “Auckland Light Rail would have cost taxpayers $15 billion, with advice showing the cost could increase to $29.2 billion,” ... More >>
NZ Support For Strikes Against Houthis
Friday, 12 January 2024, 3:13 pm | New Zealand Government
Foreign Minister Winston Peters and Defence Minister Judith Collins KC today expressed New Zealand support for strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen threatening commercial shipping in the Red Sea. “Today’s strikes support international security and ... More >>
Government Ends ‘Ute Tax’
Monday, 1 January 2024, 11:59 am | New Zealand Government
The Coalition Government has ended the 'Ute Tax' and Clean Car Discount for all vehicles registered after 31 December 2023, marking a New Year's victory for taxpayers, farmers, and tradies. “Scrapping the 'Ute Tax' as part of the National-ACT coalition ... More >>
New Zealand Dairy Products Can Now Enter China Duty-free
Monday, 1 January 2024, 10:43 am | New Zealand Government
All New Zealand dairy products are now able to enter China duty free, with the end of safeguard duties on milk powder starting, Trade and Agriculture Minister Todd McClay says. “In 2008, China agreed to remove all tariffs on dairy products in ... More >>
PM acknowledges life of Sir Michael Hardie Boys
Saturday, 30 December 2023, 3:34 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says he is saddened by the death yesterday of Sir Michael Hardie Boys, GNZM, GCMG, QSO, KStJ, PC. Mr Luxon paid tribute to Sir Michael’s distinguished life of service to New Zealand. “Sir Michael guided New Zealand into ... More >>
Independent Advice Sought On Ferry Service
Friday, 22 December 2023, 1:10 pm | New Zealand Government
An expert advisory group is being established to provide the coalition Government with independent advice and assurance on KiwiRail’s inter-island ferry service, Finance Minister Nicola Willis and State Owned Enterprises Minister Paul Goldsmith ... More >>
Financial Support For More Displaced Homeowners
Friday, 22 December 2023, 12:11 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government will extend financial support to more displaced homeowners affected by the severe weather events in late 2022 and early 2023, Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston says. The extension will focus on people who are ... More >>
Govt Boosts ED Security To Keep Hospitals Safe
Friday, 22 December 2023, 10:51 am | New Zealand Government
The coalition government is delivering a $5.7 million boost to emergency department security this summer, employing an extra 200 people (93 FTE) to keep hospital EDs safe. “Our government has listened to ED staff about the increased frequency of ... More >>
Kāinga Ora – Homes & Communities Review Terms Of Reference Released
Thursday, 21 December 2023, 11:34 am | New Zealand Government
Housing Minister Chris Bishop has today released the Terms of Reference for the independent review into Kāinga Ora – Homes & Communities. “These Terms of Reference, finalised in consultation with the Kāinga Ora Board, lay out the scope ... More >>
Availability Of 90-day Trials Extended
Thursday, 21 December 2023, 10:44 am | New Zealand Government
The Government has delivered on its commitment to extend the availability of 90-day trials to all businesses, passing the Employment Relations (Trial Periods) Amendment Bill in Parliament today. “Extending the availability of 90-day trials is a commitment ... More >>
$50 Million To Lift Immunisation Rates
Thursday, 21 December 2023, 10:44 am | New Zealand Government
Health Minister Dr Shane Reti has announced a two-year $50 million package to help Māori health providers lift immunisation rates. Launching the programme in Porirua today, Dr Reti says low immunisation rates put tamariki at particular risk of life ... More >>
NBA And SPA Successfully Repealed
Wednesday, 20 December 2023, 2:31 pm | New Zealand Government
Parliament has passed legislation repealing the Natural and Built Environment Act and the Spatial Planning Act as part of the Government’s 100-day plan, RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop says. More >>
Strengthening Fiscal Responsibility Rules
Wednesday, 20 December 2023, 12:55 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government will bring in more transparent and responsible fiscal management in the wake of the unacceptable approach of the previous Government, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. More >>
Mini Budget 2023: First Steps For Tax And Income Relief Announced
Wednesday, 20 December 2023, 12:52 pm | New Zealand Government
Finance Minister Nicola Willis today announced time-critical tax and benefit changes together with a commitment to delivering further income tax relief in Budget 2024. More >>
Economic Repair Job Begins
Wednesday, 20 December 2023, 12:49 pm | New Zealand Government
The coalition Government is taking immediate steps to strengthen New Zealand’s fragile economy, deliver cost of living relief and restore responsibility to the management of public finances, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. More >>
Fiscal Repair Job Underway
Wednesday, 20 December 2023, 12:48 pm | New Zealand Government
The coalition Government is taking decisive action to repair the Government books and support income tax relief in next year’s Budget, says Finance Minister Nicola Willis. “Government spending is expected to have increased by around 80% between ... More >>
