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Statement From Environment Minister On EPA Board Chair
Thursday, 2 March 2023, 1:02 pm | New Zealand Government
Environment Minister David Parker has today removed Rob Campbell from his role as chair and board member of the Environmental Protection Authority. “Today I have decided to exercise my power under section 36 of the Crown Entities Act to remove ... More >>
Government Keeping Kiwis’ ACC Costs Low
Thursday, 2 March 2023, 10:21 am | New Zealand Government
The Government is topping up payments to non-contracted ACC providers to ensure the cost of treatment stays low, ACC Minister Peeni Henare announced today. “Like other businesses, the health professionals who treat injured New Zealanders have ... More >>
Cyclone Taskforce To Ensure Locally-led Recovery
Wednesday, 1 March 2023, 1:09 pm | New Zealand Government
The Terms of Reference for the Cyclone Gabrielle Recovery Taskforce have been agreed by Cabinet, with the Taskforce’s primary purpose to align locally led recovery plans with the work of government agencies and the private sector. “Our response ... More >>
Recovery Package Launched To Accelerate Māori Response To Cyclone Gabrielle
Tuesday, 28 February 2023, 3:20 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government has launched a $15 million short-term relief package to support Māori communities devastated by Cyclone Gabrielle and help accelerate their recovery. More >>
Immigration Pathway For Ukrainians Extended
Tuesday, 28 February 2023, 10:07 am | New Zealand Government
One year since Russia launched its illegal war against Ukraine, the Government is expanding the 2022 Special Ukraine Visa to further support those impacted by the war Immigration Minister Michael Wood has announced. “We recognise the impact the ... More >>
States Of National Emergency Extended
Monday, 27 February 2023, 4:31 pm | New Zealand Government
The Minister for Emergency Management, Kieran McAnulty has extended the states of national emergency for a further seven days to 7 March for all but one affected region, in response to the widespread impacts caused by Cyclone Gabrielle. The extension ... More >>
Cyclone Gabrielle Appeal Fund Launched
Monday, 27 February 2023, 3:15 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has launched an international fundraising appeal and a special Lotto draw to support the recovery efforts in communities across the North Island impacted by Cyclone Gabrielle. More >>
Temporary Accommodation Service Activated In Further Regions
Monday, 27 February 2023, 9:45 am | New Zealand Government
“TAS is now accepting registrations from those who cannot return to their homes and need assistance finding temporary accommodation in regions affected outside of Auckland,” Megan Woods said. More >>
Interim Cyclone Business Support To Be Locally Led
Sunday, 26 February 2023, 3:09 pm | New Zealand Government
$25 million to help businesses meet immediate costs, further assist with clean-up and boost business support and advice services Initial grants up to a maximum of $40,000 per business, to be distributed by local organisations in affected regions ... More >>
Strengthening Economic Partnerships Focus Of Foreign Affairs Minister’s Trip To Japan And Singapore
Saturday, 25 February 2023, 2:21 pm | New Zealand Government
Foreign Minister Nanaia Mahuta will travel to Japan and Singapore on Sunday to strengthen Aotearoa New Zealand’s connections with Indo-Pacific partners. “Reconnecting New Zealand remains a key priority as we look to strengthen our economic resilience, ... More >>
New Sanctions Also Mark One Year Since Russia’s Invasion Of Ukraine
Friday, 24 February 2023, 5:36 am | New Zealand Government
One year since Russia launched its illegal war against Ukraine, Aotearoa New Zealand’s resolve to stand against Putin’s war is undiminished says Foreign Minister Nanaia Mahuta. “Over the last year, this conflict has cost thousands of innocent lives, ... More >>
Inquiry To Investigate Forestry Slash And Land Use After Cyclone
Thursday, 23 February 2023, 12:54 pm | New Zealand Government
A Ministerial inquiry will be held into land use causing woody debris, including forestry slash, and sediment-related damage in Tairāwhiti/Gisborne and Wairoa. The two month inquiry will help address the impacts of weather events such ... More >>
Legislation Clarifying Management Of Returning Offenders Passes To Improve Public Safety
Thursday, 23 February 2023, 11:12 am | New Zealand Government
A Bill ensuring the ongoing management and monitoring of returning offenders to improve public safety has passed today with strong support from across Parliament, Justice Minister Kiri Allan said. More >>
Cost Of Living Transport Support Package Now Extended
Thursday, 23 February 2023, 5:12 am | New Zealand Government
22 February The Road User Charges (Temporary RUC Reduction Scheme) Amendment Bill has passed all stages in Parliament today, delivering extra cost of living support to families and businesses says Transport Minister Michael Wood. “The passing of ... More >>
Budget 2023 Date Confirmed
Wednesday, 22 February 2023, 10:23 am | New Zealand Government
Budget 2023 will be delivered on Thursday 18 May, Finance Minister Grant Robertson announced today. “This year’s budget will be delivered in the shadow of Cyclone Gabrielle and will be focused on cost of living and cyclone and flooding recovery,” ... More >>
Government Details $25 Million To Cyclone Gabrielle Primary Sector Recovery
Tuesday, 21 February 2023, 8:49 pm | New Zealand Government
$25 million in grants to support farmers and growers, taking total primary sector support to $29 million so far Grants for growers of $2,000 per hectare up to a maximum of $40,000 to remove silt from trees and vines, support the clean-up, and minimise ... More >>
Natural Hazards Insurance Bill Passes Third Reading
Tuesday, 21 February 2023, 8:17 pm | New Zealand Government
Making a claim following a natural disaster will become easier after the Natural Hazards Insurance Bill passed its third and final reading in Parliament today. “This Government is improving the Earthquake Commission scheme, so in future New Zealanders ... More >>
Further Boost For Mayoral Relief Funds For Communities Impacted By Cyclone Gabrielle
Tuesday, 21 February 2023, 1:57 pm | New Zealand Government
Minister for Emergency Management Kieran McAnulty has announced a further contribution of $1.7 million to Mayoral Relief Funds to support communities impacted by Cyclone Gabrielle. “The devastation caused by Cyclone Gabrielle is immense, and there’s ... More >>
Lead Ministers For Local Cyclone Gabrielle Response
Tuesday, 21 February 2023, 1:24 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government has moved quickly to put in place a Cabinet Committee and regional Ministerial leads to help coordinate the Central Government response and recovery from Cyclone Gabrielle, Prime Minister Chris Hipkins announced today. More >>
More Attendance Officers For Schools
Tuesday, 21 February 2023, 6:38 am | New Zealand Government
82 new Attendance Officer roles established Further investment in the Attendance Service to support over 3000 more young people Commitment to improve and standardise attendance data The Government has launched a plan to get young people back into ... More >>
