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New Independent ETS Advice Will Keep NZ On Track To Meet Emission Targets
Thursday, 13 April 2023, 11:28 am | New Zealand Government
Climate Change Minister James Shaw has welcomed the Climate Change Commission’s latest advice on the settings for the Emissions Trading Scheme. More >>
NZ’s Climate Emissions Reduce
Thursday, 13 April 2023, 11:23 am | New Zealand Government
The latest data confirming a reduction in New Zealand’s greenhouse gas emissions in 2021 shows the government’s actions are working, says Climate Change Minister James Shaw. More >>
Major Shakeup Will See Affordable Water Reforms Led And Delivered Regionally
Thursday, 13 April 2023, 11:08 am | New Zealand Government
The Government has listened to feedback from local government and is announcing major changes to New Zealand’s affordable water reforms by agreeing to establish 10 new regionally led entities, which will still deliver big cost savings to New Zealand ... More >>
Extension Ensures More Survivors Are Heard In Abuse In Care Final Report
Wednesday, 12 April 2023, 1:18 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government has agreed to a request from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care for more time to deliver its final report. More >>
Extension Ensures More Survivors Are Heard In Abuse In Care Final Report
Wednesday, 12 April 2023, 1:17 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government has agreed to a request from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care for more time to deliver its final report. More >>
Next Steps In Redress System For Survivors Of Abuse In Care
Wednesday, 12 April 2023, 1:01 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government has appointed the co-chairs to design a survivor-led independent redress system for historic abuse in care. More >>
Cabinet Promotion To Make Gender History
Wednesday, 12 April 2023, 11:30 am | New Zealand Government
<img src="https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/2304/a28693a96cd7f72d2859.jpeg" width="720" height="480"> Prime Minister Chris Hipkins with Willow-Jean Prime on Waitangi Day this year. Prime Minister, Chris Hipkins ... More >>
Vaccination, Isolation And Masks Remain Key To Public Safety This Winter
Tuesday, 11 April 2023, 3:55 pm | New Zealand Government
Being up to date with vaccinations, staying home if unwell and wearing masks in healthcare settings remains key to minimising the impact of COVID-19 and reducing pressure on our health system over winter, Minister of Health Dr Ayesha Verrall said today. More >>
100 Days Until The FIFA Women’s World Cup
Tuesday, 11 April 2023, 8:42 am | New Zealand Government
The largest women’s sporting event in the world is now only 100 days from hitting New Zealand shores. More >>
Government Takes Further Steps In Improving Safe Access To Credit
Thursday, 6 April 2023, 4:11 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government has announced that changes to the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act (CCCFA) will come into force in May, improving safe access to credit for Kiwis, said Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Dr Duncan Webb. The changes include: ... More >>
Continued Focus On Improving The Lives Of Kiwi Kids
Thursday, 6 April 2023, 2:57 pm | New Zealand Government
Despite some of the toughest economic conditions in a generation or more, the Annual Report for the Child and Youth Wellbeing Strategy shows continued progress in lifting children from poverty. “This Government remains steadfast in its commitment to ... More >>
Appointment Of Judge Of The High Court And Associate Judge Of The High Court
Thursday, 6 April 2023, 12:08 pm | New Zealand Government
Wellington King’s Counsel Paul James Radich has been appointed a Judge of the High Court, and Wellington barrister Andrew Cunningham Skelton has been appointed an Associate Judge of the High Court, AttorneyGeneral David Parker announced today. ... More >>
Great Walks Bookings Welcome The Return Of International Visitors For The Full Season
Thursday, 6 April 2023, 11:54 am | New Zealand Government
Bookings for New Zealand’s iconic Great Walks will open from 20 April, marking the return of international tourists for the full season, Minister of Conservation Willow-Jean Prime has announced. “We know Kiwis and international travellers alike ... More >>
Latest Statistics Show Youth Justice System Is Working
Thursday, 6 April 2023, 11:21 am | New Zealand Government
New statistics released today show a continued decline in youth offending over the past decade, Justice Minister Kiri Allan says. “These statistics are evidence the youth justice system is continuing to work as intended for most children and young ... More >>
Funding Boost To Deliver World Class Public Media For All New Zealanders
Thursday, 6 April 2023, 10:50 am | New Zealand Government
The Government is investing in Radio New Zealand (RNZ) and NZ On Air to ensure all New Zealanders have access to public media that delivers world class content, Minister for Broadcasting and Media Willie Jackson announced today. - RNZ will receive an ... More >>
Valedictory Statement: Rt Hon Jacinda Ardern, Wednesday 5 April 2023
Wednesday, 5 April 2023, 6:18 pm | New Zealand Government
Te whare e tu nei Te marae e takoto ana Tena korua E nga mate maha Haere, haere, haere Nga tangata whenua o tenei rohe, o Te Whanganui -a-tara, tena kotou Tatou nga kanohi ora e hui mai ana Tena kotou tena kotou, tena kotou katoa Mr Speaker, when ... More >>
Emissions Data Encouraging, But More Still To Be Done
Wednesday, 5 April 2023, 11:15 am | New Zealand Government
New Zealand’s action to cut emissions is delivering results, says Climate Change Minister James Shaw. Data released today by Stats NZ that shows total greenhouse gas emissions have fallen to their lowest levels in eight years. “This has been ... More >>
ACC Support Possible For More Kiwi Workers
Wednesday, 5 April 2023, 5:06 am | New Zealand Government
Kiwis could get better access to ACC support for a greater number of occupational diseases, including those more likely to affect women, ACC Minister Peeni Henare announced today. The Government is reviewing the list of occupational diseases in ... More >>
Jacinda Ardern Appointed Special Envoy For The Christchurch Call
Tuesday, 4 April 2023, 6:15 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has appointed Jacinda Ardern as Special Envoy for the Christchurch Call. The newly created position will represent New Zealand’s continued commitment to push for greater protection online from terrorist and violent extremist ... More >>
Government Delivers Massive Boost To Working Holiday Workforce
Tuesday, 4 April 2023, 11:57 am | New Zealand Government
Businesses could soon have access to thousands of additional working holiday makers as the Government boosts the number of working holiday places for Spain, and extends the period for working holiday makers currently in New Zealand, Immigration Minister ... More >>
