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New Zealand’s Strategic Diesel Reserve Ready To Go
Tuesday, 7 July 2026, 10:04 am | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and senior Government Ministers joined Channel Infrastructure chief executive Rob Buchanan and other guests at an event today to officially mark the completion and recommissioning of the tanks. More >>
New Cancer Treatment Machine Now Treating Patients In Dunedin
Monday, 6 July 2026, 6:24 pm | New Zealand Government
The new $4.3 million linear accelerator (LINAC) is now fully operational and treating patients, Mr Brown says. More >>
NZ-India FTA Already Boosting Exports
Monday, 6 July 2026, 4:02 pm | New Zealand Government
On entry into force, 57 per cent of New Zealand exports to India will be tariff-free from day one, with more benefits phasing in over time. More >>
Govt Backs NZ Critical Minerals Processing
Monday, 6 July 2026, 8:11 am | New Zealand Government
Critical minerals are essential for modern economies and technologies, including clean energy systems, advanced manufacturing, electronics, aviation and medical equipment. More >>
Biggest Mental Health Law Change In Over 30 Years
Saturday, 4 July 2026, 2:40 pm | New Zealand Government
The changes will come into force in two years, allowing time for clinicians and the wider mental health system to prepare for these significant reforms, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says. More >>
Government Supporting Wairarapa Farmers After Heavy Rain
Saturday, 4 July 2026, 2:10 pm | New Zealand Government
Farmers and growers needing support can contact the Rural Support Trust on 0800 787 254. For animal welfare advice or assistance during adverse weather, call MPI on 0800 00 83 33. More >>
Defence Minister To Attend NATO Summit
Saturday, 4 July 2026, 2:06 pm | New Zealand Government
New Zealand is attending the Summit as a member of the Indo-Pacific Four - alongside Australia, the Republic of Korea and Japan. More >>
Real Estate Agents Win Fairer Treatment Under New Law
Saturday, 4 July 2026, 2:02 pm | New Zealand Government
These Bills are part of the Government’s wider commitment to fit-for-purpose regulation and timely access to justice. More >>
Sod Turned On New Clyde Primary Maternity Unit
Friday, 3 July 2026, 3:31 pm | New Zealand Government
Every inpatient room will be a private ensuite room with space for partners or family to stay overnight, providing greater comfort, privacy, and dignity for families. More >>
Sixth Renewable Energy Project Fast-Tracked
Friday, 3 July 2026, 3:08 pm | New Zealand Government
The approved Stage 2 development, known as Puke Kapo Hau, will expand the existing wind farm, which has been operating since 2011, Mr Bishop says. More >>
New Zealand To Host Indian Prime Minister
Friday, 3 July 2026, 12:39 pm | New Zealand Government
“Prime Minister Modi’s visit is historic, with this being the first to New Zealand by an Indian Prime Minister in 40 years,” Mr Luxon says. More >>
All WorkSafe Inspectors Upskilled On Machine Safety
Friday, 3 July 2026, 12:36 pm | New Zealand Government
This updated training programme was introduced in response to a direction by Minister van Velden that WorkSafe incorporate feedback from manufacturing businesses. More >>
Environmental Reporting Act Amendment Bill Passes First Reading
Friday, 3 July 2026, 12:16 pm | New Zealand Government
“The Environmental Reporting Amendment Bill is an important part of our work to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of our environmental reporting system,” Ms Grigg says. More >>
Clarifying Climate Change Tort Law
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 5:21 pm | New Zealand Government
Our response to climate change is best managed by the Government at a national level and not through piece-meal litigation in the courts. More >>
Landmark Bill To Improve The Building System And Boost Growth
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 4:29 pm | New Zealand Government
The building system will move from joint and several liability to proportionate liability, ensuring parties are responsible only for their share of work. More >>
Foreign Minister To Visit Singapore And Japan
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 4:06 pm | New Zealand Government
New Zealand and Japan see the world in much the same way. In the increasingly contested and complex world, our work together is more important than ever, Mr Peters says. More >>
Nationwide Roll-Out Of Oral Language Programme To ECEs
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 3:00 pm | New Zealand Government
The programme gives early childhood teachers practical tools and coaching to strengthen children’s language through everyday interactions, play and conversation. More >>
New Administrator Of Tokelau Announced
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 2:33 pm | New Zealand Government
Tokelau is a non-self-governing territory within the Realm of New Zealand, and its people are New Zealand citizens. More >>
Backing Kiwi Veterans With Support Extension
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 12:43 pm | New Zealand Government
This Government values veterans for their service and contribution to New Zealand’s international efforts, and is committed to ensuring they are well supported both now and into the future. More >>
Government Books Reflect Improving Economy
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 11:52 am | New Zealand Government
The headline operating balance indicator, OBEGALx shows the deficit for the 11 months was $6.8 billion, $3 billion lower than forecast at the Budget, Nicola Willis says. More >>
