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Closing The Gaps For Public EV Charging In South Island
Thursday, 7 July 2022, 7:05 am | New Zealand Government
Key gaps in the South Island’s public EV charging network will be closed with support from the Government’s Low Emissions Transport Fund (LETF), Minister for Energy and Resources Dr. Megan Woods announced today. “This round of co-funding ... More >>
Success For Ministry At One Year Milestone
Wednesday, 6 July 2022, 3:38 pm | New Zealand Government
The Ministry for Ethnic Communities marked its first anniversary on 1 July 2022 and celebrated a successful 12 months of influencing government policy and lifting wellbeing outcomes for ethnic communities. More >>
New Supermarket Watchdog Latest Action To Give Kiwis Fairer Deal
Wednesday, 6 July 2022, 2:23 pm | New Zealand Government
In its next step to get a better deal for shoppers, the Government will establish a Grocery Commissioner to hold the sector to account and ramp up competition, Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Dr David Clark announced today. More >>
New Air Pollution Report Shows Importance Of Action On Emissions
Wednesday, 6 July 2022, 2:06 pm | New Zealand Government
A new report released today on the health effects of air pollution shows the Government’s focus on reducing emissions will save lives. More >>
National Bowel Screening Campaign A Lifesaver
Wednesday, 6 July 2022, 11:06 am | New Zealand Government
Associate Ministers of Health Peeni Henare and Aupito William Sio have today launched a national multimedia campaign encouraging people to take part in the Government’s lifesaving bowel screening programme. “Our Government is committed to ensuring ... More >>
Government Welcomes Climate Change Commission Advice On Agricultural Pricing System
Wednesday, 6 July 2022, 10:13 am | New Zealand Government
The Government has welcomed advice from the Climate Change Commission assessing readiness in the agricultural sector for an emissions pricing system. More >>
Alastair Carruthers Appointed As Chair Of The New Zealand Film Commission
Wednesday, 6 July 2022, 9:41 am | New Zealand Government
Alastair Carruthers has been appointed as Chair of the New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) with his term starting 1 October 2022, Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage Carmel Sepuloni announced today. “Alastair brings significant leadership experience, ... More >>
Police Minister To Visit Every Police District
Tuesday, 5 July 2022, 2:14 pm | New Zealand Government
Police Minister Chris Hipkins is heading out on the beat to visit every police district over the next few months. “I’ve had briefings from the Police executive, met with the Police Association and now I want to hear from the frontline,” Chris Hipkins ... More >>
Minister To Meet All Rural And Provincial Councils
Tuesday, 5 July 2022, 10:09 am | New Zealand Government
New Associate Minister of Local Government Kieran McAnulty is today beginning a series of visits to all of the 55 rural and provincial councils across the motu. “Local government plays a crucial role in our democratic system, ensuring people ... More >>
Government Action To Tackle Delays In Family Court
Tuesday, 5 July 2022, 10:08 am | New Zealand Government
New legislation aimed at tackling delays in the family justice system, will help improve the wellbeing of thousands of children caught up in Family Court disputes every year, Justice Minister Kiri Allan says. The Family Court (Family Court Associate) ... More >>
Govt Boosts Digital Skills For Over 30,000 Small Businesses
Tuesday, 5 July 2022, 9:07 am | New Zealand Government
More than 30,000 small businesses have participated in Government-funded digital training, which supports businesses to take advantage of digital tools and new opportunities through e-commerce, Minister for Small Business Stuart Nash announced today. “Over ... More >>
New Public Health Services To Improve Health For All Kiwis
Monday, 4 July 2022, 6:06 pm | New Zealand Government
The rollout of the new nationwide health system continued today with the launch of the country’s first national public health system to fight disease and promote healthy lives. The Public Health Agency will lead and co-ordinate population and ... More >>
Applications Now Open For New Work Visa Holders From Offshore
Monday, 4 July 2022, 1:36 pm | New Zealand Government
New Zealand has taken another significant step forward in our Reconnecting plan today, as work visa applications open for people offshore, Immigration Minister Michael Wood says. The third and final stage of the new simplified Accredited Employer Work ... More >>
Better And Fairer Access To Legal Assistance
Monday, 4 July 2022, 10:50 am | New Zealand Government
Raising eligibility thresholds will provide a helping hand to more than 90,000 New Zealanders currently denied access to legal aid, Justice Minister Kiri Allan says. More >>
Strengthening NZ-UK People, Science And Trade Connections
Saturday, 2 July 2022, 1:08 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern met UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson in London overnight, and together took a number of steps to strengthen the already close ties between our two countries, and promote our common interests in the Indo-Pacific and beyond. ... More >>
PM’s Chatham House Speech
Saturday, 2 July 2022, 1:05 pm | New Zealand Government
Director Sir Robin Niblett, distinguished guests. What an honour it is to be back in London, and to be here at Chatham house. This visit represents much for me. The reopening of borders and resumption of travel after a difficult few years. The chance ... More >>
Crown Appointments To Ihumātao Steering Committee
Friday, 1 July 2022, 3:19 pm | New Zealand Government
Minister for Māori Development Willie Jackson today announced the appointment of Crown representatives, Dr Charlotte Severne and Mr Bernie O’Donnell, to the Steering Committee that will determine the future of the Ihumātao land. More >>
New Era For Better Health In Aotearoa New Zealand
Friday, 1 July 2022, 12:47 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government has today delivered a nationwide health system that will ensure better outcomes for all New Zealanders with the establishment of Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, and Te Aka Whai Ora - the Māori Health Authority. More >>
Government Launches New Ministry Of Disabled People
Friday, 1 July 2022, 10:29 am | New Zealand Government
In what is a milestone day, the Government has launched Aotearoa New Zealand’s first Whaikaha - Ministry of Disabled People, and New Zealand’s first Ministry that will have a NZ Sign Language name, as well as Te Reo Māori and English names. More >>
New Zealand Secures Major Free Trade Deal With European Union
Friday, 1 July 2022, 5:11 am | New Zealand Government
Export revenue to the EU to grow by up to $1.8 billion annually on full implementation. Duty-free access on 97% of New Zealand’s current exports to the EU; with over 91% being removed the day the FTA comes into force. NZ exporters set to save approx. ... More >>
