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Milestone Health And Safety Bill Passes First Reading
Thursday, 12 February 2026, 5:04 pm | New Zealand Government
The changes in this Bill willmake it easier toruna business in New Zealandbyincreasing certainty and removing fear, helping to ease costs of compliance and improve safety outcomes, says Ms van Velden. More >>
Exploring AI To Support Breast Screening Services
Thursday, 12 February 2026, 4:30 pm | New Zealand Government
Health New Zealand will draw on advice from the health technology sector, engage with the breast screening workforce, and assess international examples of AI use in medical imaging. More >>
Backing Ambition, Building Growth
Thursday, 12 February 2026, 4:06 pm | New Zealand Government
The theme of this year’s forum is Big Choices for a Small Nation. And there is one choice I want to be clear about at the outset. More >>
Funding Approved For Final Stretch Of Eastern Busway
Thursday, 12 February 2026, 12:07 pm | New Zealand Government
“The Eastern Busway is a major joint investment by the Government and Auckland Council, delivering 7km of dedicated busway, five new bus stations, and the Reeves Road Flyover,” Minister Brown says. More >>
Transmission Gully Accelerating To 110km/h
Thursday, 12 February 2026, 10:29 am | New Zealand Government
Transmission Gully is a critical transport link for Wellington and Kāpiti, carrying around 22,000 vehicles a day and providing a safe, modern, and resilient route between the regions. More >>
Space Launch Limits Increased To Support Growth
Thursday, 12 February 2026, 10:21 am | New Zealand Government
The space and advanced aviation sectors are growing rapidly and making a huge contribution to New Zealand’s economy, with the space sector contributing $2.47 billion in 2024, an increase of 48 percent on five years ago. More >>
Kāinga Ora’s Turnaround Plan Is Working
Thursday, 12 February 2026, 9:44 am | New Zealand Government
The previous government assumed Kāinga Ora would deliver housing more cheaply than the private sector through economies of scale. They were wrong: Kāinga Ora’s build costs were 12 per cent higher than the private sector. More >>
Investment Boost Driving Real Investment, Lifting Productivity
Thursday, 12 February 2026, 9:39 am | New Zealand Government
New Zealand does not grow by taxing more and investing less. It grows by backing ambition, rewarding success, and giving businesses the confidence to invest for the long term. More >>
Vascular Surgery Now Available In Northland
Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 2:19 pm | New Zealand Government
People in Northland who need renal fistula surgery or varicose vein treatment will now be able to receive that care closer to where they live, without having to travel to Auckland. More >>
Sheep Farmers Come To Parliament To Celebrate Record Year
Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 1:53 pm | New Zealand Government
The efforts of New Zealand’s hard-working sheep and beef farmers support tens of thousands of jobs, and the sector is crucial to New Zealand’s ambitious goal of doubling the value of exports in 10 years. More >>
Independent Review Of Covid-19 Monetary Policy
Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 12:44 pm | New Zealand Government
Finance Minister Nicola Willis says the purpose of the review is to identify any lessons New Zealand could learn to improve the monetary policy response to future major events. More >>
Palmerston North Hospital ED Expansion Underway
Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 12:35 pm | New Zealand Government
The $14.455 million project is part of the Government’s $100 million hospital infrastructure programme funded through Budget 2025, accelerating improvements across health facilities nationwide. More >>
Nearly 40,000 More Building Products Approved
Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 11:09 am | New Zealand Government
The Government is focused on fixing the basics and building a better future for New Zealand, and that means making it easier and more affordable to deliver the homes and public buildings that will ease house prices and lift living standards. More >>
Minister To Attend Munich Security Conference
Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 10:10 am | New Zealand Government
During the three-day conference Ms Collins will hold bilateral meetings with a number of New Zealand’s long-standing defence partners, including the United Kingdom’s Secretary of Defence, John Healey, and NATO Secretary General, Mark Rutte. More >>
98 Per Cent Of Potholes Repaired Within 24 Hours
Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 10:07 am | New Zealand Government
If you spot a pothole on the state highway network, please report it straight away by calling 08004HIGHWAYS (0800444449). With everyone’s help, potholes can be found and repaired as quickly as possible. More >>
International Convention Centre A Major Win For Tourism And Hospitality
Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 9:40 am | New Zealand Government
The opportunities this venue creates for New Zealand’s tourism and hospitality sector are enormous, whether it be hosting large international conferences, national ceremonies or local events. More >>
New Data Shows Record 2025 Permitting Activity
Tuesday, 10 February 2026, 3:48 pm | New Zealand Government
Across the sector, 237 change applications were decided in 2025, reflecting a high level of variation and optimisation activity as operators refine work programmes and permit conditions — a clear indication of active management of mineral assets. More >>
Full Steam Ahead: More Events Set To Ignite 2026
Tuesday, 10 February 2026, 10:27 am | New Zealand Government
Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says the events announced today span sports, food, culture and innovation, providing something for everyone and creating unforgettable experiences that will drive strong economic benefits nationwide. More >>
Delivering LNG To Support Energy Security
Monday, 9 February 2026, 7:18 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government has shortlisted leading proposals and is progressing to commercial contracting, with the aim of signing a contract by mid-2026. The facility could be operational as soon as 2027 or early 2028. More >>
Government Funds And Delivers New School In 18 Months
Monday, 9 February 2026, 2:54 pm | New Zealand Government
Local MP for Takanini, Rima Nakhle, says the school’s opening is fantastic progress that responds to Flat Bush’s growth, relieving pressure on nearby schools. More >>
