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Backing Our Frontline Rural Health Workforce

Thursday, 30 July 2026, 1:36 pm | New Zealand Government

"Giving rural clinicians better training means more people can get the care they need closer to home, while ensuring those who do need hospital care can be identified sooner," says Associate Health Minister Matt Doocey. More >>

Practical Changes Introduced For Laboratory Safety

Thursday, 30 July 2026, 12:54 pm | New Zealand Government

An ACOP will be developed with industry to provide clear guidance for laboratories on how to meet the requirements. “These changes will support science, research & innovation while maintaining strong health & safety protections,” says Ms van ... More >>

Holidays Act Headache Finally Over As Leave Reform Delivered

Thursday, 30 July 2026, 7:07 am | New Zealand Government

MBIE will provide comprehensive guidance to support implementation on its Employment New Zealand website. Initial guidance and a timeline for further guidance and resources will be available once the Bill receives Royal assent. More >>

Better Firearm Laws Locked And Loaded

Wednesday, 29 July 2026, 5:24 pm | New Zealand Government

The Bill keeps firearms out of criminals’ hands, while making compliance easier for licenced firearm owners, says Mrs McKee More >>

Dog Control Guidelines Updated For Safety

Wednesday, 29 July 2026, 4:17 pm | New Zealand Government

Having not been updated since 2015, today’s release provides practical and up-to-date guidance to help councils make full use of the current tools available under the Dog Control Act. More >>

New Investment To Boost Otago Predator Control

Wednesday, 29 July 2026, 4:07 pm | New Zealand Government

The investment follows $5.5 million for Wellington and $10 million for Auckland, building momentum behind proven predator-free projects across New Zealand. More >>

Target Of 10,000 Trained In Family And Sexual Violence Responses Reached Early

Wednesday, 29 July 2026, 2:55 pm | New Zealand Government

10,000 frontline workers have been trained in family violence and sexual violence prevention in the past 18 months. More >>

Statement On Further Issues Concerning The Biometric Capability Upgrade (BCU) Project

Wednesday, 29 July 2026, 2:53 pm | New Zealand Government

MBIE previously advised Ministers, the Education and Workforce Committee, and New Zealanders in June that the project costs to be written off were around $33 million. More >>

Defence Force To Modernise With Strike Drones

Wednesday, 29 July 2026, 2:28 pm | New Zealand Government

Defence is increasingly being viewed as a driver that can create skilled jobs, boost economic and regional growth, and through partnership strengthen innovation and high-value industry, Mr Penk says. More >>

Youth Hubs To Deliver Faster Access To Support

Wednesday, 29 July 2026, 2:20 pm | New Zealand Government

Through the hubs, young people will have access to counselling, peer support, and specialist mental health support. More >>

Belfast To Pegasus (SH1) Road Of National Significance Fast-Tracked

Wednesday, 29 July 2026, 12:11 pm | New Zealand Government

“This expansion between Belfast and Pegasus spans around 11 km, commencing from south of the Kaiapoi River Bridge and ending just north of the Pegasus/Ravenwood intersection,” says Mr Bishop. More >>

3,000+ Social Homes Delivered In Auckland So Far

Wednesday, 29 July 2026, 11:23 am | New Zealand Government

“At the end of June 2026, the net increase of social homes in Auckland since November 2023 was 3,034 and climbing." More >>

Government Responds To COVID-19 Inquiry

Wednesday, 29 July 2026, 11:20 am | New Zealand Government

"New Zealanders placed enormous trust in their government and made real sacrifices to protect one another. They deserve a clear account of what happened, and this response is about learning from it," Mr Brown says. More >>

Tourism Policy Statement Sets Sector Direction

Wednesday, 29 July 2026, 10:53 am | New Zealand Government

“As our second largest export earner, tourism is vital to growing our economy. Tourism supports jobs and businesses right across the country which helps our regions and communities to thrive." More >>

First New Offshore Petroleum Permit Granted

Wednesday, 29 July 2026, 10:39 am | New Zealand Government

“This permit marks a major milestone for New Zealand’s energy sector and shows that without doubt, we are open for business,” Mr Jones says. More >>

AI Search Harnessed To Back Tourism Growth

Wednesday, 29 July 2026, 9:22 am | New Zealand Government

“At the moment, some of New Zealand’s amazing tourism operators are harder to find through AI than they should be. We are fixing that, so more businesses can connect with the visitors who are already looking for what they offer,” says Louise Upston. More >>