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Upgrade To Funding Tool For Community Maternity Services

Wednesday, 30 June 2021, 11:06 am | New Zealand Government

Changes to how community midwives are paid, will better recognise the time and travel required in more remote parts of New Zealand - and the service provided to mothers and whānau with complex needs. More >>

Government Water Reforms To Build Economic Resilience And Save Ratepayers Money

Wednesday, 30 June 2021, 10:35 am | New Zealand Government

The Government is proposing to establish four publicly-owned entities to take responsibility of drinking water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure across New Zealand, saving ratepayers thousands of dollars and better ensuring the $120 to $185 billion investment ... More >>

Reserve Bank Committed To Its Kaitiaki Role

Tuesday, 29 June 2021, 2:17 pm | New Zealand Government

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua has outlined its commitment and key priorities as kaitiaki (guardian) of New Zealand’s financial system in its Statement of Intent (SOI) for 2021 – 2024, released today. Reserve Bank Governor ... More >>

Wellington To Return To Level 1; QFT Pause With Australia To Lift For Some States And ACT From Sunday

Tuesday, 29 June 2021, 2:15 pm | New Zealand Government

As Wellington prepares to return to Alert Level 1 tonight, people in the region are urged to remain vigilant and should get tested if they are felling unwell or were at a location of interest, COVID-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins said today. More >>

First Look At New Law To Replace RMA

Tuesday, 29 June 2021, 9:49 am | New Zealand Government

A first draft of the proposed law that will replace the Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA) was released by the Government today. Environment Minister David Parker said an exposure draft outlining key aspects of the Natural and Built Environments ... More >>

World First Natural Disaster Response Model For New Zealand

Monday, 28 June 2021, 12:15 pm | New Zealand Government

A world first natural disaster insurance model which comes into effect on 30 June, is being welcomed by the Minister Responsible for the Earthquake Commission, David Clark. More >>

Alert Level 2 In Wellington Extended By 2 Days

Sunday, 27 June 2021, 5:25 pm | New Zealand Government

Hon Chris HipkinsMinister for COVID-19 Response Alert Level 2 measures for Wellington, Wairarapa and Kāpiti Coast to the north of Ōtaki have been extended by 48 hours to 11.59pm on Tuesday 29 June, COVID-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins says. Alert ... More >>

Alert Level 2 In Wellington Extended By 2 Days

Sunday, 27 June 2021, 5:25 pm | New Zealand Government

Government Takes Action On Problem Plastics

Sunday, 27 June 2021, 1:10 pm | New Zealand Government

The Government has delivered on its promise to phase out problem plastics and some single-use plastics by July 2025, Environment Minister David Parker announced today. The plastics to be phased out will be: · Hard to recycle food and drink packaging ... More >>

Government Adopts Oceans Vision

Saturday, 26 June 2021, 3:43 pm | New Zealand Government

Hon David Parker Minister for Oceans and Fisheries The Labour Government is strengthening its focus on the health of New Zealand’s oceans, marine life and fisheries to address threats to them from land and sea. The Government has adopted a vision for the oceans: ... More >>

Minister Joins Commemoration Of Outbreak Of Korean War

Friday, 25 June 2021, 12:35 pm | New Zealand Government

Minister Whaitiri has joined with New Zealand Korean War veterans at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park to commemorate 71 years since the outbreak of the Korean War. “As the daughter of a Korean War veteran, it’s an honour to be able to commemorate ... More >>

Social Cohesion Programme To Address Incitement Of Hatred And Discrimination

Friday, 25 June 2021, 8:54 am | New Zealand Government

The Government is launching a significant programme of work to strengthen social cohesion in New Zealand and create a safer, more inclusive society. More >>

Government Commits $4 Million Additional Support For Flood-affected Canterbury Farmers

Thursday, 24 June 2021, 12:57 pm | New Zealand Government

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern today announced the Government is injecting a further $4 million into relief funding to support flood-affected Canterbury farmers who are recovering from the damage of a historic one in 200 year flood. An additional $100,000 ... More >>

Prime Minister Congratulates Victorious Black Caps

Thursday, 24 June 2021, 9:26 am | New Zealand Government

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has congratulated Kane Williamson and the Black Caps for their victory over India in the final of the inaugural Cricket World Test Championship. “The Black Caps have made New Zealand proud. This was a masterful performance from ... More >>

$500 Million Seized From Gangs And Criminals

Thursday, 24 June 2021, 8:30 am | New Zealand Government

A significant Government milestone has been reached with $500 million in cash and assets seized from gangs and criminals by Police over the past four years, Police Minister Poto Williams announced today. More >>

Financial Support For Caregivers Widened

Thursday, 24 June 2021, 6:43 am | New Zealand Government

Children’s Minister Kelvin Davis has welcomed changes that will make it easier for caregivers looking after children outside of the state care system to access much-needed financial assistance. The Social Security (Financial Assistance for Caregivers) ... More >>

Congratulations To The Black Caps – World Champions

Thursday, 24 June 2021, 6:32 am | New Zealand Government

Minister of Sport and Recreation Grant Robertson has congratulated the Black Caps as the deserved winners of the inaugural World Test Cricket Championship. “The Black Caps have pulled off a remarkable and deserved win in the World Test Championship ... More >>