Scoop has an Ethical Paywall
New Zealand Government - Latest News [Page 229]
Right Royal Shout Out To Recognise Volunteers
Sunday, 7 May 2023, 6:39 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Priyanca Radhakrishnan Minister for the Community and Voluntary Sector The efforts of Kiwi volunteers will be recognised during a special ‘Big Shout Out’ next month to mark the Coronation of King Charles, Minister for the Community and Voluntary ... More >>
Aotearoa New Zealand To Mark King’s Coronation This Weekend
Friday, 5 May 2023, 10:58 am | New Zealand Government
Kiwis will have plenty of opportunities to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III and the Queen Consort this weekend, with a focus on conservation, sustainability and volunteers. A national event is being held at the Auckland Domain on the lawn ... More >>
New Laws Passed To Reduce Terrorism Risk And Keep Community Safe
Thursday, 4 May 2023, 5:05 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government has further strengthened and clarified counter-terrorism laws, particularly around high-risk individuals, to make our communities safer, Justice Minister Kiri Allan said. The Counter-Terrorism Acts (Designations and Control Orders) Amendment ... More >>
Partnership Delivers 117 Affordable Homes In Avondale
Thursday, 4 May 2023, 4:09 pm | New Zealand Government
A new affordable housing development has been officially opened in the Auckland suburb of Avondale by the Minister of Housing, Hon Dr Megan Woods, today. The Aroha development marks the completion of 117 apartments, of which 47 are affordable KiwiBuild ... More >>
1000 More Policewomen Since 2017
Thursday, 4 May 2023, 2:45 pm | New Zealand Government
Today’s graduation of new Police recruits marks a significant milestone for the service, with the addition of the 1000th policewoman since 2017, Police Minister Ginny Andersen said. “I want to congratulate the 76 new constables, including 22 ... More >>
Tax Relief For Flood-hit North Island Businesses
Thursday, 4 May 2023, 2:00 pm | New Zealand Government
North Island businesses hit by recent flood damage will not have to pay tax on insurance or compensation they might receive for their damaged buildings, plant and equipment, Revenue Minister David Parker announced today. “Normally, such payouts could result ... More >>
Over 1 Million Period Product Packs Delivered In Schools
Thursday, 4 May 2023, 11:22 am | New Zealand Government
“More students are benefiting from free period products in schools programme, with over one million product packs delivered to schools across Aotearoa,” Minister of Education Jan Tinetti said. Jan Tinetti visited Naenae College today to celebrate ... More >>
Historic Pay Boost For Kōhanga Reo
Wednesday, 3 May 2023, 6:23 pm | New Zealand Government
Most kaiako (teachers) will see an average increase in pay of around 35% About 2000 kaiako, kaiawhina and kaiwhakarite expected to benefit Boost to give parity to similar roles outside of kōhanga reo and encourage whānau to become kaiako Kaiako working ... More >>
More Kiwis In Work As Rising Wages Outpace Inflation
Wednesday, 3 May 2023, 12:29 pm | New Zealand Government
New Zealanders are in paid work in record numbers and wages are outpacing inflation as the Government’s economic plan continues to deliver more jobs and growing wages to help with cost of living pressures, Grant Robertson said. “This is a positive ... More >>
Funding For Silt And Debris Removal In Hawke’s Bay And Tairāwhiti
Wednesday, 3 May 2023, 11:45 am | New Zealand Government
The Government is providing significant financial support to assist removal of cyclone-related sediment and debris in the Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti regions, Ministers announced today. “This latest funding will help councils manage the cost of the post cyclone ... More >>
PM To Meet UK Prime Minister In London
Monday, 1 May 2023, 2:50 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has announced he will meet his UK counterpart Rishi Sunak at 10 Downing Street this week to advance the two countries’ Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The meeting takes place as part of the Prime Minister’s trip to London for ... More >>
Government Launches Rapid Review Into KiwiRail Disruptions
Monday, 1 May 2023, 2:39 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government is launching a rapid review into KiwiRail following a breakdown of critical equipment that led to major disruptions for Wellington passenger rail users. The Review will inquire whether KiwiRail is appropriately focused on the delivery ... More >>
Winter Energy Payment To Help Over A Million People During The Colder Months
Sunday, 30 April 2023, 2:12 pm | New Zealand Government
Over one-million New Zealanders will receive more cost of living relief from tomorrow, with the Winter Energy Payment kicking in once again for people receiving New Zealand Superannuation, a Main Benefit or Veteran’s Pension. From 1 May to 1 October this ... More >>
Government Green Lights Lower North Island Rail
Saturday, 29 April 2023, 11:58 am | New Zealand Government
A fleet of 18 brand new trains for Wairarapa and Kapiti Coast: · Increase capacity by approximately 1.5 million trips · Time savings of up to 15 minutes on the Manawatū line · Reduce over half a million tonnes of emissions · Build resilience into the More >>
Massive jump in R&D off back of Government investment
Friday, 28 April 2023, 6:26 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government’s level of investment in research and development is paying off with new figures out today showing total expenditure in R&D hit record levels last year and has increased by 67 per cent since 2016. Total R&D expenditure ... More >>
New $21m Health Facility To Support The Buller Community
Friday, 28 April 2023, 2:11 pm | New Zealand Government
A new integrated health facility built to improve and future-proof care for the Buller community was officially opened by Minister of Health Dr Ayesha Verrall this afternoon. The new facility, Te Rau Kawakawa, has been purpose built to house a range ... More >>
Tairāwhiti/Gisborne And Wairoa Land Use Inquiry Given Short Extension
Friday, 28 April 2023, 11:08 am | New Zealand Government
A 12-day extension has been approved to the 30 April deadline for the Ministerial Inquiry into woody debris (including forestry slash) and sediment in Tairāwhiti/Gisborne and Wairoa. The three-member panel for the Ministerial Inquiry, chaired by Hekia ... More >>
Speech PM Hipkins: Pre-Budget Speech, Auckland
Thursday, 27 April 2023, 12:28 pm | New Zealand Government
Good afternoon everyone, it’s great to be with you today. Thank you to Brett and Allan from the EMA for hosting this event, which officially kicks off the 2023 Government Budget period. The decision to give this speech here, with this audience in Auckland, ... More >>
Government Rules Out Cyclone Levy In No-frills Budget
Thursday, 27 April 2023, 12:28 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government has ruled out a specific cyclone levy in the upcoming Budget to pay for the recovery from the Auckland floods and Cyclone Gabrielle, Prime Minister Chris Hipkins announced today. In a pre-Budget speech in Auckland today the Prime Minister ... More >>
Consultation Opens On Plan To Transform The Fishing Sector
Thursday, 27 April 2023, 11:11 am | New Zealand Government
The Government has released a draft plan to transform the fishing sector so that it can do a better job of protecting the environment while providing more jobs and earning more money. “Oceans are an essential part of being a New Zealander,” ... More >>
