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Aotearoa New Zealand Committed To An Enduring Partnership With Vanuatu
Thursday, 30 March 2023, 1:15 pm | New Zealand Government
Foreign Minister Nanaia Mahuta met with Vanuatu Foreign Minister Jotham Napat in Port Vila, today, signing a new Statement of Partnership — Aotearoa New Zealand’s first with Vanuatu. “The Mauri Statement of Partnership is a joint expression of ... More >>
Next Steps For New Zealand’s Organic Regulations
Thursday, 30 March 2023, 10:42 am | New Zealand Government
The Government has passed the Organic Products and Production Bill through its third reading today in Parliament helping New Zealand’s organic sector to grow and lift export revenue. “The Organic Products and Production Bill will introduce robust ... More >>
Govt Helps To Protect New Zealanders Digital Identities
Thursday, 30 March 2023, 9:41 am | New Zealand Government
The Digital Identity Services Trust Framework Bill, which will make it easier for New Zealanders to safely prove who they are digitally has passed its third and final reading today. More >>
Law Changed To Protect Subcontractors
Thursday, 30 March 2023, 9:16 am | New Zealand Government
Hon Dr Megan Woods Minister for Building and Construction Legislation passed to safeguard subcontractors’ retention money · Ensures strict penalties for companies who fail to meet their obligations to subcontractors · Helps ensure building work ... More >>
New Congestion Busting Harbour Crossing Options Unveiled
Thursday, 30 March 2023, 9:07 am | New Zealand Government
Transport Minister Michael Wood has unveiled five scenarios for one of the most significant city-shaping projects for Tāmaki Makaurau in coming decades, the additional Waitematā Harbour crossing. More >>
New Law Enhances Safety And Security In The Aviation Sector
Thursday, 30 March 2023, 8:48 am | New Zealand Government
The Government has passed new legislation that ensures New Zealand’s civil aviation rules are fit for purpose in the 21st century, Associate Transport Minister Kiri Allan says. More >>
Coroners Amendment Bill Passes Third Reading
Wednesday, 29 March 2023, 8:40 pm | New Zealand Government
A Bill aimed at helping to reduce delays in the coronial jurisdiction passed its third reading today. The Coroners Amendment Bill will, amongst other things, establish new coronial positions, known as Associate Coroners, who will be able to perform ... More >>
Government Takes Next Step To Lift Artists’ Incomes
Wednesday, 29 March 2023, 6:51 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government is introducing a scheme which will lift incomes for artists, support them beyond the current spike in cost of living and ensure they are properly recognised for their contribution to New Zealand’s economy and culture. “In line with New ... More >>
600 More Workers To Support Recovery
Wednesday, 29 March 2023, 1:19 pm | New Zealand Government
The new Recovery Visa to help bring in additional migrant workers to support cyclone and flooding recovery has attracted over 600 successful applicants within its first month. “The Government is moving quickly to support businesses bring in the workers ... More >>
Major Investment To Support The Safety Of Frontline Police And Communities
Wednesday, 29 March 2023, 10:32 am | New Zealand Government
The Government is backing Police and making communities safer with the roll-out of state-of-the-art tools and training to frontline staff, Police Minister Ginny Andersen said today. More >>
Foreign Affairs Minister Talks To The Vanuatu Government On Pacific Issues
Wednesday, 29 March 2023, 10:26 am | New Zealand Government
Foreign Affairs Minister Nanaia Mahuta will travel to Vanuatu today, announcing that Aotearoa New Zealand will provide further relief and recovery assistance there, following the recent destruction caused by Cyclones Judy and Kevin. More >>
Further Laws Passed To Keep Communities Safe From Gang Offending
Wednesday, 29 March 2023, 10:11 am | New Zealand Government
The Government has provided Police with more tools to crack down on gang offending with the passing of new legislation today which will further improve public safety, Justice Minister Kiri Allan says. More >>
Standard Kerbside Recycling Part Of New Era For Waste System
Wednesday, 29 March 2023, 9:18 am | New Zealand Government
The Government today announced far-reaching changes to the way we make, use, recycle and dispose of waste, ushering in a new era for New Zealand’s waste system. More >>
New Laws Will Crack Down On Gang Profits And Criminal Assets
Tuesday, 28 March 2023, 7:24 pm | New Zealand Government
New legislation passed by the Government today will make it harder for gangs and their leaders to benefit financially from crime that causes considerable harm in our communities, Minister of Justice Kiri Allan says. Since the Criminal Proceeds ... More >>
Green Investment Fund Delivers On Climate Action
Tuesday, 28 March 2023, 7:13 pm | New Zealand Government
A major investment by Government-owned New Zealand Green Investment Finance towards electrifying the public bus fleet is being welcomed by Climate Change Minister James Shaw. “Today’s announcement that NZGIF has signed a $50 million financing deal More >>
Law Levels Playing Field For Low-emissions Commuting
Tuesday, 28 March 2023, 4:54 pm | New Zealand Government
A law passed by Parliament today exempts employers from paying fringe benefit tax on certain low emission commuting options they provide or subsidise for their staff. More >>
Duty Relief For Cyclone-affected Businesses
Tuesday, 28 March 2023, 4:35 pm | New Zealand Government
Further assistance is now available to businesses impacted by Cyclone Gabrielle, with Customs able to offer payment plans and to remit late-payments, Customs Minister Meka Whaitiri has announced. “This is part of the Government’s ongoing commitment ... More >>
Amendments To Mass Arrivals Legislation
Tuesday, 28 March 2023, 4:26 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government is making procedural changes to the Immigration Act to ensure that 2013 amendments operate as Parliament intended. The Government is also introducing a new community management approach for asylum seekers. “While it’s unlikely ... More >>
Progress On Public Service Pay Adjustment
Tuesday, 28 March 2023, 4:23 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government welcomes progress on public sector pay adjustment (PSPA) agreements, and the release of the updated public service pay guidance by the Public Service Commission today, Minister for the Public Service Andrew Little says. More >>
Crown apology to Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairarapa Tāmaki nui-a-Rua
Saturday, 25 March 2023, 2:15 pm | New Zealand Government
Treaty of Waitangi Negotiations Minister Andrew Little has delivered the Crown apology to Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairarapa Tāmaki nui-a-Rua for its historic breaches of Te Tiriti of Waitangi today. The ceremony was held at Queen Elizabeth Park in Masterton, ... More >>
