New Zealand Government

New Zealand Government - Latest News [Page 235]

Eyes On Recovery As Tourism Infrastructure Fund Opens

Tuesday, 4 April 2023, 10:47 am | New Zealand Government

A particular priority for this year’s Tourism Infrastructure Fund will be on the rebuild and recovery from Cyclone Gabrielle and other recent weather events, Tourism Minister Peeni Henare announced today. More >>

Govt Books In Solid Shape As Extreme Weather Costs Start To Roll In

Tuesday, 4 April 2023, 10:15 am | New Zealand Government

The Government’s balanced and disciplined financial management has left New Zealand well placed to focus on supporting Kiwis dealing with cost of living pressures and the recovery and rebuild of Cyclone Gabrielle. More >>

Foreign Minister Nanaia Mahuta To Attend NATO Meeting

Sunday, 2 April 2023, 1:34 pm | New Zealand Government

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nanaia Mahuta, departs for Europe today, where she will attend a session of the NATO Foreign Ministers Meeting in Brussels and make a short bilateral visit to Sweden. “NATO is a long-standing and likeminded partner ... More >>

Congratulations To Professor Rangi Mātāmua – New Zealander Of The Year

Friday, 31 March 2023, 4:03 pm | New Zealand Government

Associate Minister of Arts, Culture and Heritage Willow-Jean Prime has congratulated Professor Rangi Mātāmua (Ngāi Tūhoe) who was last night named the prestigious Te Pou Whakarae o Aotearoa New Zealander of the Year. Professor Mātāmua, who is ... More >>

Over A Quarter Of New Zealanders To Get Cost Of Living Relief From Tomorrow

Friday, 31 March 2023, 10:24 am | New Zealand Government

From tomorrow over 1.4 million New Zealanders are expected to receive a little extra to help with the cost of living as a result of changes made by the Government. “Across the world inflation is causing costs to rise and New Zealand has not been immune. ... More >>

Thousands Of Community Nurses Getting April Pay Boost

Friday, 31 March 2023, 10:01 am | New Zealand Government

Over 8000 community nurses will start receiving well-deserved pay rises of up to 15 percent over the next month as a Government initiative worth $200 million a year kicks in, says Minister of Health Dr Ayesha Verrall. “The Government is committed ... More >>

NZ Stands With Vanuatu On Climate At UN

Thursday, 30 March 2023, 3:16 pm | New Zealand Government

New Zealand is welcoming a decision by the United Nations General Assembly to ask the International Court of Justice to consider countries’ international legal obligations on climate change. The United Nations has voted unanimously to adopt a resolution ... More >>

More Police Deployed To The Frontline

Thursday, 30 March 2023, 2:37 pm | New Zealand Government

More Police officers are being deployed to the frontline with the graduation of 59 new constables from the Royal New Zealand Police College today. More >>

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 >>