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Updated National Direction For Natural Hazards And Highly Productive Land
Thursday, 15 January 2026, 10:19 am | New Zealand Government
Making these changes now mean that New Zealanders can see some of the benefits from a more enabling, simpler planning system now, rather than waiting until our new planning system fully takes effect. More >>
Granny Flat Consent Exemption Takes Effect
Thursday, 15 January 2026, 10:04 am | New Zealand Government
These updates remove the need for a building consent and a resource consent for small standalone dwellings up to 70 square metres in size, also known as granny flats. More >>
More Than 500 New Doctors Join The Health Workforce
Wednesday, 14 January 2026, 12:11 pm | New Zealand Government
“I want to congratulate every one of these new doctors for the hard work it has taken to get to this point and thank them for choosing to serve patients and communities right across the country,” Mr Brown says. More >>
Over 70 Per Cent Decrease In Citizenship Wait Times
Tuesday, 13 January 2026, 12:00 pm | New Zealand Government
Reducing wait times means people can plan their futures with confidence. It’s about removing stress and adding certainty,” says Ms van Velden More >>
New Pilot Helps Small Businesses Harness AI
Tuesday, 13 January 2026, 11:34 am | New Zealand Government
The pilot programme will run for at least six months through the Regional Business Partner Network for existing RBP customers, ensuring it is well targeted, Mr Penk says. More >>
Electricity Regulator Set For Increased Authority
Tuesday, 13 January 2026, 11:26 am | New Zealand Government
Higher penalties will be in place in 2027, with the new infringement system starting in 2026. These tools match what the Commerce Commission already uses. More >>
Making It Easier To Find Cheap Power Plans
Sunday, 11 January 2026, 4:56 pm | New Zealand Government
Open Electricity allows customers to get the best value for their money. I am very pleased to see this roll out and I look forward to Kiwis making the most of this exciting initiative, Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson says. More >>
Kiwi Parents Love Classics: Top Baby Names For 2025 Announced
Friday, 9 January 2026, 10:54 am | New Zealand Government
Timeless names continue to dominate Kiwi birth registrations, with Noah holding strong as parents' favourite for the third year running, shared by 244 baby boys. For girls, Isla reigned supreme with 179 registrations. More >>
Call To Action To Recognise Search And Rescue Heroes
Thursday, 8 January 2026, 11:47 am | New Zealand Government
The NZSAR Awards are an opportunity for us all to be pay shine a light on the courage, skill, and commitment shown by those keep us safe, Mr Meager says. More >>
Vacancy Rates Fall As Frontline Mental Health Workforce Grows
Wednesday, 7 January 2026, 11:13 am | New Zealand Government
More than 400 full-time mental health nurses and nearly 90 full-time social workers have been employed within Health New Zealand. These workforce gains are delivering faster access to support for New Zealanders. More >>
Community Boost Strengthens Focus On Prevention
Tuesday, 6 January 2026, 11:20 am | New Zealand Government
We are partnering with non-government organisations to scale up and deliver innovative projects that provide faster access to mental health and addiction support for communities across the country, Mr Doocey says. More >>
Review Commissioned Of ManageMyHealth Cyber Security Breach
Monday, 5 January 2026, 11:26 am | New Zealand Government
ManageMyHealth is a privately operated patient portal used by some general practices around New Zealand. It holds medical information and enables patients to communicate with health professionals. More >>
Health Minister Marks The Passing Of Dame Karen Poutasi
Friday, 2 January 2026, 12:11 pm | New Zealand Government
“On behalf of the Government and people of New Zealand, I extend our deepest condolences to Dame Karen’s family and friends,” Mr Brown says. More >>
China Beef Safeguards Unlikely To Restrict New Zealand Exports
Thursday, 1 January 2026, 12:07 pm | New Zealand Government
Mr McClay says the outcome reflects strong engagement between New Zealand and China throughout the investigation process and sees a better outcome than some countries who now face a reduction in access. More >>
New Year, New Start For Vocational Education
Thursday, 1 January 2026, 8:14 am | New Zealand Government
The ten re-established polytechnics, Ara, EIT, NMIT, SIT, Toi Ohomai, Wintec, Unitec and MIT, Otago Polytechnic, UCOL and The Open Polytechnic, now hold responsibility for local training decisions once again. More >>
Knights And Dames Congratulated By PM
Wednesday, 31 December 2025, 6:46 am | New Zealand Government
“I would like to congratulate all 177 recipients of this year’s New Year honours and on behalf of the thousands of people who have benefited from your efforts, please accept my personal thanks.” Mr Luxon says. More >>
New Year - New Inflight Biosecurity Video
Tuesday, 30 December 2025, 11:01 am | New Zealand Government
The risk posed by threats such as foot and mouth disease and the brown marmorated stink bug could jeopardise the nation’s $60 billion primary sector export revenue, making strict compliance essential. More >>
Government And Industry Launch Pilot To Enhance Welfare Practices In Shearing Sector
Sunday, 28 December 2025, 1:41 pm | New Zealand Government
The fund will deliver in-person workshops, online modules, practical assessments, and resources for shearers, wool handlers, and others across the sector. More >>
Fishery Officers Target Illegal Pāua Gathering
Sunday, 28 December 2025, 1:37 pm | New Zealand Government
“People can do their part to help break up the illegal trade in pāua by reporting those who break the rules to Fisheries New Zealand through the 0800 4 POACHER line,” Oceans and Fishers Minister Shane Jones says. More >>
Prime Minister Celebrates Historic India FTA
Monday, 22 December 2025, 6:56 pm | New Zealand Government
The result is a high-quality trade agreement with a trusted partner that will deliver deep and lasting benefits for New Zealand, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says. More >>
