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Hamilton West By-election Date Announced
Thursday, 20 October 2022, 11:18 am | New Zealand Government
The Hamilton West by-election will be held on Saturday 10 December, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced today. The by-election follows the announcement of the resignation of independent MP Gaurav Sharma. “The by-election will be held on Saturday 10 December, ... More >>
50 Year Anniversary Of Equal Pay Marks Record Low Pay Gap
Thursday, 20 October 2022, 11:16 am | New Zealand Government
Today marks 50 years since the Equal Pay Act 1972 was passed, a law instrumental in ensuring the legal right to equal pay for equal work in Aotearoa New Zealand says Minister for Women Jan Tinetti. More >>
Government Action Helps More People Move Off Main Benefit
Thursday, 20 October 2022, 10:24 am | New Zealand Government
September Quarter Benefit statistics released today show the number of people receiving a Main Benefit continues to fall year-on-year. “Our Government have been relentless and deliberate in supporting more people into meaningful employment, education and ... More >>
Stronger Terrorism Laws Make New Zealand Safer
Wednesday, 19 October 2022, 1:25 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government is strengthening counter-terrorism laws to make it harder for people who are known threats to undertake terrorist acts, Justice Minister Kiri Allan has announced. More >>
Extraordinary COVID-19 Powers To Be Wound Down
Tuesday, 18 October 2022, 11:15 am | New Zealand Government
The Government is winding down the extraordinary powers used to fight COVID-19 through the emergency phase of the response while retaining a small number of baseline measures to contain the spread of the virus, Acting Minister for COVID-19 Response Chris Hipkins ... More >>
Inflation Eases Amid Volatile Global Environment
Tuesday, 18 October 2022, 11:07 am | New Zealand Government
Inflation has eased slightly in the New Zealand economy amid a volatile international environment that continues to put pressure on prices, meaning the Government’s balanced financial approach to target spending is needed now that the emergency Covid ... More >>
Shakespeare In Schools To Stay
Tuesday, 18 October 2022, 11:05 am | New Zealand Government
Young people around the country won’t miss out on their opportunity to hone their acting skills and learn about Shakespeare, Education Minister Chris Hipkins said today. More >>
Three More Fast-tracked Projects Could Create 891 Homes And 912 Jobs
Monday, 17 October 2022, 3:46 pm | New Zealand Government
Three new residential housing projects have been approved for consideration under the fast-track consenting process. “These projects are in places where houses are needed and, if they are consented, these developments will create 891 new homes and ... More >>
Minister Parker To Attend APEC Finance Ministers’ Meeting
Monday, 17 October 2022, 3:22 pm | New Zealand Government
Associate Finance Minister David Parker will represent New Zealand at this week’s Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Finance Ministers’ Meeting. More >>
Australia And New Zealand Reaffirm Defence Relationship
Saturday, 15 October 2022, 2:10 pm | New Zealand Government
Minister of Defence Peeni Henare departs for Australia tomorrow to meet with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence Richard Marles to discuss defence co-operation and security in the region. The annual meeting will take place in Victoria ahead ... More >>
Advisory Panel Appointed For The Defence Policy Review
Friday, 14 October 2022, 11:28 am | New Zealand Government
Minister of Defence Hon Peeni Henare has today announced the establishment of his Ministerial Advisory Panel to provide independent advice throughout the recently commissioned Defence Policy Review. More >>
Further Pandemic Support To The Pacific
Friday, 14 October 2022, 9:36 am | New Zealand Government
The Government has announced further pandemic support for Pacific Island countries with vaccine boosters, COVID-19 anti-viral treatments, and by strengthening the capacity of the health workforce to respond to further pandemics. “The impact of COVID-19 ... More >>
Extra Support For Community Solutions To Homelessness
Thursday, 13 October 2022, 2:05 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government is once again providing millions of dollars of support to community organisations working to address homelessness, the Associate Housing Minister, Marama Davidson announced today. More >>
Environmental Report Highlights Importance Of Government Actions
Thursday, 13 October 2022, 1:23 pm | New Zealand Government
The Our Marine Environment 2022 report, released today, underscores the need for this Government’s moves to cut plastic waste, improve water quality in our rivers and lakes, reduce sedimentation, and address climate change. More >>
WorkSafe New Zealand Board Chair Appointment
Thursday, 13 October 2022, 11:06 am | New Zealand Government
Minister of Workplace Relations and Safety, Hon Michael Wood, has today announced the appointment of Jennifer Kerr as the new Chair of the WorkSafe New Zealand Board. “Jennifer’s appointment adds to the strong understanding of health and safety ... More >>
Pacific Islands Coastwatchers Recognised
Thursday, 13 October 2022, 9:43 am | New Zealand Government
The Minister of Defence, Hon Peeni Henare, has announced a number of steps to formally recognise the valuable service of Pacific Island coastwatchers during the Second World War. In 1942, it was decided that all New Zealand civilian coastwatchers should ... More >>
Key Visa Categories Reopened To Support Business Attract Top Talent
Wednesday, 12 October 2022, 3:16 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government has announced the next steps in our plan to reconnect New Zealanders to the world and fill workforce shortages, with the resuming of selections for two residence visa categories visas that will help Kiwi businesses attract talent during ... More >>
Reconnecting Across The Pacific
Wednesday, 12 October 2022, 11:24 am | New Zealand Government
Foreign Minister Nanaia Mahuta departs for the Cook Islands tomorrow as she continues to reconnect with partners across the Pacific. More >>
New Measures To Further Protect South Island Hector’s Dolphins
Wednesday, 12 October 2022, 10:48 am | New Zealand Government
New measures announced today will further manage the impacts of fishing on South Island Hector’s dolphins. More >>
Pragmatic Proposal To Reduce Agricultural Emissions And Enhance Exports And Economy
Tuesday, 11 October 2022, 8:54 am | New Zealand Government
The Government has released for consultation a pragmatic proposal to reduce agricultural emissions, setting up our biggest export earner for future success and putting New Zealand on track to meet our 2030 methane reduction target, Prime Minister Jacinda ... More >>
