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New Zealand Welcomes Start Of UK CPTPP Accession Process
Wednesday, 2 June 2021, 2:35 pm | New Zealand Government
New Zealand has joined other members of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) in agreeing to start the process towards the UK becoming a member of the Agreement, Trade and Export Growth Minister Damien O’Connor ... More >>
Protecting The Whitebait Fishery For Future Generations
Wednesday, 2 June 2021, 10:06 am | New Zealand Government
Changes to whitebaiting regulations will improve the sustainability of threatened species, while ensuring that Kiwis can continue the tradition of catching a feed in their local river into the future, Acting Conservation Minister Dr Ayesha Verrall ... More >>
Budget 2021 Invests To Reduce Reoffending
Wednesday, 2 June 2021, 9:26 am | New Zealand Government
The Government is delivering on its commitment to reduce reoffending and keep our communities safer with a significant investment in Te Pae Oranga (Iwi Community Panels), Police Minister Poto Williams announced today. More >>
Trade Minister To Lead First Virtual Trade Mission To Japan
Tuesday, 1 June 2021, 3:10 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Damien O’Connor Minister for Trade and Export Growth Trade Minister Damien O’Connor will lead an innovative ‘virtual’ trade mission to Japan this week to promote New Zealand’s valued relationship with one of its largest trading ... More >>
Adverse Event Declared For Canterbury Region, Unlocking Support For Farmers
Tuesday, 1 June 2021, 12:14 pm | New Zealand Government
Agriculture Minister Damien O’Connor has declared an adverse event for the Canterbury region, unlocking Government support for farmers and growers. More >>
Space Exploration Soars With Artemis Accords
Tuesday, 1 June 2021, 10:53 am | New Zealand Government
New Zealand has joined an international arrangement to co-operate with NASA on peaceful exploration and activity in outer space. More >>
New Zealand’s Contribution To Operation GALLANT PHOENIX Extended
Tuesday, 1 June 2021, 9:53 am | New Zealand Government
Minister of Defence Peeni Henare, and Minister of Police Poto Williams have confirmed New Zealand’s ongoing contribution to the Operation Gallant Phoenix intelligence mission in Jordan. Cabinet has extended the mandate for New Zealand’s multiagency ... More >>
OECD Report Card Shows NZ A Strong Performer
Tuesday, 1 June 2021, 5:41 am | New Zealand Government
May 31, 2021 The OECD’s latest review of the New Zealand economy shows growth picking up due to the Government’s ongoing support to secure the recovery from the effects of COVID-19. “The OECD Economic Outlook notes New Zealand is expected ... More >>
Minister Of Foreign Affairs Makes Three Diplomatic Appointments
Monday, 31 May 2021, 11:53 am | New Zealand Government
Mr Prendergast is a career diplomat, has held postings in the United States and Malaysia, and was Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) director of the Provincial Reconstruction Team in Bamyan, Afghanistan. “New Zealand and Brazil have worked More >>
Housing First Pūrākau Share Experiences Of Homelessness
Monday, 31 May 2021, 11:02 am | New Zealand Government
Associate Minister of Housing (Homelessness) Marama Davidson has welcomed the release of two pūrākau reports telling the diverse and real life stories of whānau supported by Housing First. “These two pūrākau reports provide powerful and insightful ... More >>
Government Commits Support To Flood Hit Canterbury
Monday, 31 May 2021, 8:24 am | New Zealand Government
The Government has contributed $100,000 towards a Mayoral Relief Fund to support Canterbury communities impacted by the weekend’s flooding, Acting Minister for Emergency Management Hon Kris Faafoi says. More >>
Govt Welcomes Tiwai Clean Up Undertakings
Thursday, 27 May 2021, 4:34 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon David Parker Minister for the Environment The Government has today welcomed confirmation of waste remediation actions from Tiwai smelter owner Rio Tinto, including the removal of aluminium dross in Southland to the Tiwai site and paying the costs ... More >>
Major Step In Restoration Of Lake Horowhenua
Thursday, 27 May 2021, 4:03 pm | New Zealand Government
A major milestone in restoring the health of Lake Horowhenua has been reached, with agreement to buy land to construct a nationally significant wetland. “The land, currently used as a dairy farm, will be converted into a large wetland and indigenous ... More >>
Christchurch’s ‘Hotel Give’ Shovel Ready Project Hits Major Milestone, Delivers Jobs
Thursday, 27 May 2021, 1:08 pm | New Zealand Government
Housing Minister and Associate Minister of Finance, Megan Woods today visited YMCA Christchurch to mark the near completion of the first stage of the refurbishment of the ‘Hotel Give’ shovel ready project, funded by the COVID-19 response fund. ... More >>
Next Step For Regional Economic Recovery
Thursday, 27 May 2021, 10:36 am | New Zealand Government
The government has taken the next step to boost regional economic recovery with the establishment of the new fund to replace the Provincial Growth Fund. More >>
Funding Boost For Māori Housing
Thursday, 27 May 2021, 10:25 am | New Zealand Government
· $380 million delivering about 1,000 new homes for Māori including papakāinga housing, repairs to about 700 Māori-owned homes and expanding support services. · Ring fencing of $350 million for infrastructure to enable housing for Māori from ... More >>
Air Connectivity Scheme Helping Recovery Take Off
Thursday, 27 May 2021, 8:49 am | New Zealand Government
Hon Michael Wood Minister of Transport The Government has awarded a new round of airline support contracts through to the end of October 2021 to help keep New Zealand connected internationally and positioned for recovery, Transport Minister Michael ... More >>
Former Director, Long-serving Heroes Celebrated At Emergency Management Awards
Wednesday, 26 May 2021, 6:57 pm | New Zealand Government
A former Director of Civil Defence Emergency Management and a cadet-turned controller who has served his community for 50 years were among those recognised by Acting Minister for Emergency Management Kris Faafoi at an award ceremony in Wellington tonight. ... More >>
Government Invests To Grow Māori Medium Education
Wednesday, 26 May 2021, 12:19 pm | New Zealand Government
Funding in this year’s Māori Budget package to build and expand schools delivering Māori Medium Education will ensure more ākonga can access quality classrooms and learning facilities, Associate Education Minister Kelvin Davis said today. “This ... More >>
Solar Power Initiative Win For Māori Households And Future Renewable Projects
Wednesday, 26 May 2021, 12:04 pm | New Zealand Government
Solar panels and other renewable technology will support more than 200 homes of kaumātua, papakāinga and Māori-owned rentals to provide cheaper power, warmer, and drier homes, and valuable data. It’s part of the Government’s focus on creating ... More >>
