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Govt To Support Nelson Recovery From Weather Event
Friday, 1 September 2023, 8:52 am | New Zealand Government
Nelson homeowners severely impacted by the extreme weather event of August 2022 will be able to access Government support, including a buyout deal for their damaged homes, subject to agreement from Nelson City Council. More >>
Enforcing Fair Conditions For Supermarket Suppliers
Friday, 1 September 2023, 6:42 am | New Zealand Government
New supply code prohibits abuse of power by supermarkets over suppliers Supermarket duopoly must pay on time and treat suppliers fairly Penalties include the greater of 3% of turnover or $3 million for breaches of new code Grocery Commission to act ... More >>
Legislation To Support Fair Deals For Online News Content Heads To Parliament
Thursday, 31 August 2023, 6:47 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Willie Jackson Minister for Broadcasting and Media The Government is introducing a scheme to support New Zealand media companies in their bid to get fair deals from big online tech companies when their news content is shared online. “After announcing ... More >>
Funding Review, Pay Parity Increase, And Changes To Home-based Funding Conditions Confirmed For Early Learning Sector
Thursday, 31 August 2023, 2:40 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government has confirmed a raft of early learning funding changes to boost teacher pay, address systemic issues in the ECE funding model, and to support the home-based sector, Associate Education Minister Jo Luxton announced today. More >>
Legislation To Support Fair Deals For Online News Content Heads To Parliament
Thursday, 31 August 2023, 1:03 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government is introducing a scheme to support New Zealand media companies in their bid to get fair deals from big online tech companies when their news content is shared online. “After announcing the Government’s intention to legislate in ... More >>
Improving 111 Responses For People In Mental Distress
Wednesday, 30 August 2023, 12:17 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government has today announced its commitment to roll out a national multi-agency approach to better respond to 111 calls for people experiencing mental distress. More >>
Next Steps Taken To Protect Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana
Wednesday, 30 August 2023, 12:11 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government moved to protect the Hauraki Gulf for future generations today with the Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Bill passing its first reading, Conservation Minister Willow-Jean Prime said. More >>
NZ And India Progress Economic Partnership
Wednesday, 30 August 2023, 9:29 am | New Zealand Government
New Zealand’s relationship with India took a significant step forward during Trade and Export Growth and Agriculture Minister Damien O’Connor’s three-day visit to New Delhi. More >>
Bill To Lower Local Election Voting Age Goes To Select Committee
Tuesday, 29 August 2023, 8:33 pm | New Zealand Government
In response to a Supreme Court Declaration of Inconsistency, the Government has introduced a Bill that lowers the voting age for local government elections from 18 to 16. The Bill has passed its first reading and will be further considered in ... More >>
Fitch Affirms NZ AA+ Credit Rating
Tuesday, 29 August 2023, 6:41 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government’s prudent and responsible financial management has been acknowledged by the credit rating agency Fitch. Fitch affirmed New Zealand’s long term foreign and local currency ratings at AA+ with a stable outlook. It follows Moody’s annual ... More >>
Bottom-trawling Ban For Most Of Hauraki Gulf
Tuesday, 29 August 2023, 7:03 am | New Zealand Government
The Labour Government will ban bottom fishing from the vast bulk of the Hauraki Gulf as part of its plan to better protect the 1.2-million-hectare marine park for future generations, with public consultation opening tomorrow. Options announced ... More >>
Government Tightens Belt And Clamps Down On Spending On Consultants And Contractors
Monday, 28 August 2023, 4:07 pm | New Zealand Government
In the face of a deteriorating global economy and tax revenue failing to meet Treasury’s forecasts, the Government is requiring public agencies to find permanent savings including through cutting back on contractors. It is also reducing future budget ... More >>
New Residence Pathway For Special Ukraine Visa Holders Settled In New Zealand
Saturday, 26 August 2023, 6:19 am | New Zealand Government
The Government continues to support those who have fled the illegal war in Ukraine with the announcement of a new residence pathway for Special Ukraine Visa holders. “Many of those who sought safety here in New Zealand would never have anticipated ... More >>
New Zealand Affirms International Commitment To Disability Community
Friday, 25 August 2023, 2:15 pm | New Zealand Government
New Zealand’s continued commitment to disabled people is reflected in its response to a major United Nations report, Minister for Disability Issues Priyanca Radhakrishnan said today. More >>
Government Delivers 2,250 New Classrooms
Friday, 25 August 2023, 9:03 am | New Zealand Government
The Chris Hipkins Government has made major progress in upgrading and building classrooms and other school property across the country. More >>
Huge Win For Communities With Passing Of New Alcohol Laws
Thursday, 24 August 2023, 3:51 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government has delivered new legislation that will ensure the voices of communities are heard in alcohol licensing decisions, contributing greatly to a reduction in alcohol harm, Minister of Justice Ginny Andersen says. More >>
Government And Auckland Council Agree Cost Sharing Arrangements
Thursday, 24 August 2023, 3:23 pm | New Zealand Government
A cost-sharing agreement between the Government and Auckland Council will see the Crown contribute $877 million towards Auckland’s recovery following the Anniversary Day floods and Cyclone Gabrielle, earlier this year. More >>
Government And Tairāwhiti Agree Cost-sharing Arrangements For The Cyclone-affected Region
Thursday, 24 August 2023, 1:46 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government and Gisborne District Council have agreed to a cost sharing package to further support the Tairāwhiti region’s recovery from Cyclone Gabrielle. More >>
Fewer Kids Going Hungry With 100 Million School Lunches Delivered
Thursday, 24 August 2023, 10:09 am | New Zealand Government
A programme that helps thousands of kiwi children and young people, their parents and teachers has hit a major milestone, with 100 million free and healthy school lunches delivered. More >>
Consumer Protection Bill Ensures Affordable, Quality Public Water Services
Thursday, 24 August 2023, 5:38 am | New Zealand Government
23 August Last piece of water reforms passed by Parliament New public water entities must charge fairly Public watchdogs set up to protect consumers’ interests Parliament has tonight passed the final leg of reforms to make sure New Zealanders have safe, ... More >>
