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One Year On: AIP Visa Closes In On $4B Committed To NZ
Wednesday, 22 April 2026, 11:08 am | New Zealand Government
Investments into private credit are now at almost $900 million, with over $480 million already deployed and a further $376 million committed to businesses looking to innovate and grow, Immigration Minister Erica Stanford announced today. More >>
ED Peer Supporters For Three Extra Hospitals
Wednesday, 22 April 2026, 10:42 am | New Zealand Government
Eight hospitals already have peer support workers. As part of the $61.6 million funding boost to deliver a better crisis response three more EDs are receiving these workers. More >>
Seventh Fast-Track Housing Development Approved
Tuesday, 21 April 2026, 3:15 pm | New Zealand Government
The Ashbourne project is the 19th project approved through the Fast-track process and the seventh housing project. More >>
Immediate Fuel Relief For School Communities
Monday, 20 April 2026, 4:50 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government is investing $37 million to accelerate work to replace diesel boilers at up to 70 schools nationwide, removing dependence on diesel and protecting schools from future fuel price shocks. More >>
Board Appointed To Protect Property Rights
Monday, 20 April 2026, 1:37 pm | New Zealand Government
The Board will review the quality of Consistency Accountability Statements (CAS), which show whether a Bill is consistent with the principles of good regulation. It ensures the public know who is putting costs onto them, how & why, so they can judge. More >>
Legal Verification Of India FTA Complete And Date For Signing Agreed
Monday, 20 April 2026, 12:02 pm | New Zealand Government
Once FADTC has completed its examination, enabling legislation will be introduced and will follow the usual legislative process. This approach is consistent with that taken for the TPP, CPTPP, and agreements with the UK, EU, and UAE. More >>
Fast-Tracked Hydro To Boost West Coast Resilience
Friday, 17 April 2026, 1:13 pm | New Zealand Government
“Westpower estimates the scheme will generate enough renewable electricity to power around 12,000 homes each year and prevent up to 129,000 tonnes of CO emissions annually. This is about the same as taking roughly 69,000 cars off the road annually.” More >>
Year-on-Year Increase In Jobseekers Finding Work
Thursday, 16 April 2026, 2:07 pm | New Zealand Government
Many New Zealanders are doing it tough, but our government is committed as ever to fixing the basics and building the future while supporting job and income growth and providing practical support to help get jobseekers into work. More >>
WoF And CoF A Changes To Save Kiwis Billions
Thursday, 16 April 2026, 1:22 pm | New Zealand Government
These changes deliver on commitments under the Government’s Land Transport Rules Reform programme, which is focused on modernising outdated rules, reducing red tape, and supporting a safer, more productive transport system. More >>
New Appointments For Health New Zealand Board
Thursday, 16 April 2026, 11:16 am | New Zealand Government
Health Minister Simeon Brown says the Government is focused on building a health system that puts patients at its centre, and tangible improvements are being delivered. More >>
Marlborough Moves Ferry Solution Forward
Thursday, 16 April 2026, 11:05 am | New Zealand Government
The consultation process is a required step under the Local Government Act, but it is also a progress milestone in the no-nonsense ferry replacement solution that is saving the taxpayer $2.3 billion. More >>
Tony Balfour Appointed As Chair Of The New Zealand Lotteries Commission Board
Wednesday, 15 April 2026, 3:59 pm | New Zealand Government
Tony Balfour will join the New Zealand Lotteries Commission Board on 1 May, following the retirement of Mark Todd on 30 April, says Ms van Velden. More >>
Expanded Role For Community Pharmacists
Wednesday, 15 April 2026, 1:47 pm | New Zealand Government
“Pharmacists are highly trained health professionals. Under the proposal, pharmacists will be able to assess patients, provide a consultation, and supply funded treatment where appropriate, similar to a GP visit." More >>
Minister Welcomes Landcorp Special Dividend
Wednesday, 15 April 2026, 10:05 am | New Zealand Government
Landcorp received a $9.5 million capital repayment as a shareholder in Fonterra. The special dividend represents a pass-through of this non-operating receipt and sits outside Landcorp’s ordinary dividend policy. More >>
New Zealand Tourism Continuing To Rise
Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 3:30 pm | New Zealand Government
Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says Stats NZ’s latest monthly international travel data shows New Zealand tourism continues its strong positive recovery. More >>
Medicinal Cannabis Export Licenses Take 6.4 Working Days In 2026
Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 12:42 pm | New Zealand Government
“This matters to Kiwi exporters. It means product is moving quicker and cashflow is improving. New Zealand companies are becoming more reliable trading partners overseas,” Mr Seymour says. More >>
New Unit Speeds Up Surgical Care At Dunedin Hospital
Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 12:23 pm | New Zealand Government
“Patients can be transferred from the emergency department or referred directly by their GP, ensuring they are seen by the right team as quickly as possible." More >>
Queenstown’s Ayrburn Screen Hub Granted Fast-Track Approval
Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 12:12 pm | New Zealand Government
Waterfall Park Developments Limited lodged a substantive application for the Ayrburn Screen Hub in February 2025. More >>
New Retirement Commissioner Appointed
Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 11:45 am | New Zealand Government
Cameron Brewer says Mr Boyle has had a strong focus on retirement savings during his extensive experience in the public and private sectors. More >>
Nelson Hospital ED Expansion Complete
Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 9:29 am | New Zealand Government
The emergency department expansion is part of the wider redevelopment of Nelson Hospital, with work underway on a new 28-bed rapid-build inpatient ward to support further upgrades, including a new 128-bed inpatient unit. More >>
