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Latest Census Data Highlights New Zealand’s Growing Ethnic Diversity
Thursday, 3 October 2024, 3:37 pm | New Zealand Government
Ms Lee welcomed the latest census findings, saying they also demonstrate the important role data can play in delivering better outcomes for diverse communities around New Zealand. More >>
South Pacific Defence Meeting Fosters Collaboration
Thursday, 3 October 2024, 2:41 pm | New Zealand Government
Defence Ministers and senior civilian and military officials from Australia, Chile, Fiji, France, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and Tonga gathered in Auckland to discuss defence and security cooperation in the South Pacific. More >>
Speech To The West Coast Minerals Forum
Thursday, 3 October 2024, 1:25 pm | New Zealand Government
We could pretend the problem is a mere ‘perception’ of unjustified regulation, or of a system too rigid. More >>
FamilyBoost Payments Make ECE More Affordable
Thursday, 3 October 2024, 1:09 pm | New Zealand Government
“Families simply need to register for FamilyBoost in myIR and submit their ECE invoices to Inland Revenue. Claims can be submitted now for fees invoiced during the 1 July to 30 September 2024 quarter. More >>
Minister Welcomes Larger Police Recruitment Wings
Thursday, 3 October 2024, 12:05 pm | New Zealand Government
“The coalition Government is serious about improving law and order and that starts with resourcing Police so they can effectively respond to the needs of our communities,” Ms Costello says. More >>
Positive Progress On Government Health Targets
Thursday, 3 October 2024, 10:13 am | New Zealand Government
“The latest report shows that while there’s still work to do, and I acknowledge that quarter by quarter we will expect variation, Health New Zealand is already making progress on four out of the five health targets,” says Dr Reti. More >>
Supporting Better Access To Data For Kiwis
Wednesday, 2 October 2024, 4:24 pm | New Zealand Government
The launch of Aotearoa Data Explorer marks a shift towards presenting data in a more accessible format. With the first release of the 2023 Census data tomorrow, now is a good time for Kiwis to experiment with Aotearoa Data Explorer. More >>
Progressing Remote Building Inspections
Wednesday, 2 October 2024, 12:30 pm | New Zealand Government
“A key obstacle for improving productivity is the building consent system, which can be complex, unpredictable and costly. In most instances obtaining a Code Compliance Certificate relies on a council officer physically inspecting building work on-site ... More >>
PPTA Accepts Charter Schools
Wednesday, 2 October 2024, 9:13 am | New Zealand Government
“The PPTA has had a come to Jesus moment on charter schools. This is a major departure from the union’s previous position and shows they’re finally accepting the reality of charter schools,” says Mr Seymour. More >>
New TAIC Chief Commissioner Appointed
Tuesday, 1 October 2024, 3:31 pm | New Zealand Government
David Clarke is a barrister specialising in corporate and commercial law and he has over 20 years experience in governance roles in commercial, public and charitable sectors. He also is a current TAIC Commissioner. More >>
Government Secures Market Access For Blueberries To Korea
Tuesday, 1 October 2024, 2:00 pm | New Zealand Government
Increased market access is a key part of the Government’s strategy to increase trade value for New Zealand’s safe and high-quality produce. This will contribute towards our ambitious goal of doubling exports by value within ten years. More >>
South Pacific Defence Ministers Meet In Auckland
Tuesday, 1 October 2024, 1:02 pm | New Zealand Government
“Collaboration through SPDMM continues to be an important component of New Zealand’s defence relationships with our closest neighbours”, Ms Collins says. More >>
Minor Variations No Longer Major Problem
Tuesday, 1 October 2024, 11:47 am | New Zealand Government
The Government has made changes to regulations under the Building Act to clarify the definition of a ‘minor variation’ and introduce definitions for ‘minor customisation’ in a move that will provide greater flexibility for key players ... More >>
Children’s Unit Opens At Rotorua Hospital
Tuesday, 1 October 2024, 11:42 am | New Zealand Government
The $6 million redevelopment of our women, child, and family facilities reinforces the Government’s commitment to ensure the health system meets the needs of our local communities and improves health outcomes for all New Zealanders. More >>
New Diplomatic Appointments
Tuesday, 1 October 2024, 10:43 am | New Zealand Government
“We are pleased to announce the appointment of seven senior diplomats to these overseas missions,” Mr Peters says. More >>
New Fund To Clean Up Old Landfill And Dump Sites
Tuesday, 1 October 2024, 10:28 am | New Zealand Government
The new fund replaces the previous Contaminated Sites Remediation Fund and covers a wider range of remediation projects, like the one underway at Nelson’s Tāhunanui Beach. More >>
Increased Medicines Access Welcomed Following Budget Boost
Tuesday, 1 October 2024, 8:26 am | New Zealand Government
“When our Government assumed office, New Zealanders were facing an uncertain future for medicine access. Pharmac had a $1.7 billion funding hole and had no new money to increase access for medicines,” says Mr Seymour. More >>
SuperGold Information Hub Live
Tuesday, 1 October 2024, 8:18 am | New Zealand Government
The SuperGold Hub is an online portal offering up-to-date information on all of the offers available to SuperGold cardholders. More >>
Keytruda, CGMs, And FamilyBoost Welcomed
Tuesday, 1 October 2024, 8:12 am | New Zealand Government
Keytruda is the first drug to be funded and made available from the $604 million boost we made to Pharmac in June. It will be life-changing for people with advanced triple-negative breast cancer, head and neck cancer, colorectal cancer, bladder cancer ... More >>
Foreign Minister Completes Successful Week Of International Engagements
Monday, 30 September 2024, 5:27 pm | New Zealand Government
The UN Security Council remains at the centre of the international peace & security system. Our bid for a seat on the Security Council for the 2039-40 term is both important & necessary. As a small Pacific state & country, we look forward to again bringing ... More >>
