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Earlier Monetisation Of Chorus Debt To The Crown
Wednesday, 17 December 2025, 3:38 pm | New Zealand Government
Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop says the funds received through this process will be ring-fenced and redeployed into Budget 2026 to help fund other infrastructure. More >>
Road Cone Hotline To Close As Pilot Hits Objectives
Wednesday, 17 December 2025, 1:32 pm | New Zealand Government
"This pilot has done exactly what we needed it to do," says Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke. "We now understand what's really causing the excessive use of road cones & changing to a risk-based approach is key to resolving these issues” More >>
Historic Agreement For Top Of South Island Land
Wednesday, 17 December 2025, 1:13 pm | New Zealand Government
“This is very different from Treaty settlements, which settle historical claims concerning breaches of the Treaty of Waitangi and its principles,” Ms Collins says. More >>
Aged Care Advisory Group Appointed
Wednesday, 17 December 2025, 11:51 am | New Zealand Government
“This group will identify the changes needed to the aged care funding model, in order to build a sustainable system and one that is easier for people to access and navigate,” Ms Costello says. More >>
Removing Barriers To Hydrogen Sector Growth
Wednesday, 17 December 2025, 11:17 am | New Zealand Government
“The Government sees hydrogen as a valuable tool we can harness to kickstart economic growth. By harnessing its potential, we can drive innovation, create jobs, and position New Zealand as a leader in sustainable energy solutions,” Mr Watts says. More >>
Crown Delivers For Ngāpuhi
Wednesday, 17 December 2025, 10:51 am | New Zealand Government
This moment is the result of three years of dedicated negotiations between the Crown and Ngāti Rēhia, supported by hapū with deep connections to Kororipo Pā. More >>
Mental Health Targets Delivering Faster Access To Support
Wednesday, 17 December 2025, 10:45 am | New Zealand Government
New Zealanders are having shorter stays in emergency departments & receiving faster access to both primary, specialist mental health & addiction support. Progress is not only being seen nationally, but also across Māori, Pacific & Asian communities. More >>
Easing Of Bank Capital Requirements Welcomed
Wednesday, 17 December 2025, 9:37 am | New Zealand Government
The Reserve Bank announced today that it was winding back some of the additional capital requirements imposed on banks in 2019 including adjusting risk weights. More >>
New Deputy Commissioner Of Police Appointed
Wednesday, 17 December 2025, 9:30 am | New Zealand Government
The statutory Deputy Commissioner of Police, Mr Pannett, has served in the Police for over 40 years, holding senior leadership roles in New Zealand and overseas. More >>
Electoral Reforms Pass Final Reading
Wednesday, 17 December 2025, 8:00 am | New Zealand Government
People will need to make sure they enrol or update their enrolment details by midnight on the Sunday, before advance voting opens on the Monday morning. More >>
Earthquake-Prone Buildings Bill Passes First Reading
Wednesday, 17 December 2025, 7:43 am | New Zealand Government
The new bill removes the New Building Standard (%NBS) ratings from the system, which have been used to assess how buildings are expected to perform in an earthquake. More >>
Planning Reform Bills Pass First Reading
Tuesday, 16 December 2025, 5:38 pm | New Zealand Government
The Planning Bill and the Natural Environment Bill will deliver a modern planning system that lifts growth, productivity and living standards, Mr Bishop says. More >>
Health Targets: Patients Getting Improved Care
Tuesday, 16 December 2025, 3:25 pm | New Zealand Government
"Our frontline teams have made steady progress ensuring New Zealanders can access timely, quality healthcare when they need it," Mr Brown says. More >>
HYEFU 2025: Economic And Fiscal Repair Job Continues
Tuesday, 16 December 2025, 2:00 pm | New Zealand Government
“Despite the challenges of global events, Treasury is forecasting an accelerating economic recovery, underlining the importance of the Government’s focus on economic growth." More >>
Changes Ensure Continued Access To Transport Subsidy For Disability Community
Tuesday, 16 December 2025, 12:12 pm | New Zealand Government
Beyond ensuring the scheme’s financial viability, the Government is also taking the opportunity to consider changes to strengthen a system so that it works better for disabled people, Louise Upston says. More >>
New Ministry To Deliver Better Housing, Transport, And Environmental Outcomes
Tuesday, 16 December 2025, 11:21 am | New Zealand Government
The Government is committed to delivering the best results for taxpayers in the most efficient way possible, and this new Ministry will do that, Public Service Minister Judith Collins says. More >>
Public Service Digital Transformation Accelerates
Tuesday, 16 December 2025, 10:18 am | New Zealand Government
“Logical digital groupings of government agencies will be progressively established and will share common IT platforms, which will reduce duplication and improve efficiency,” Digitising Government and Public Service Minister Judith Collins says. More >>
NZ Helps Strengthen Pacific Aviation Security
Tuesday, 16 December 2025, 10:10 am | New Zealand Government
New Zealand is strongly committed to addressing the risks of trans-national crime and other security threats in the Pacific, as demonstrated through this significant partnership. More >>
Food And Fibre Exports Set To Reach Record $62 Billion
Tuesday, 16 December 2025, 8:54 am | New Zealand Government
Exports are forecast to rise 3 per cent from the previous year, and an impressive 16 per cent higher than two years before. Exports are expected to climb to more than $63 billion in the year to 30 June 2027. More >>
NZ Stands With Australia And Jewish Communities Following Bondi Attack
Monday, 15 December 2025, 5:51 pm | New Zealand Government
The New Zealand Government has had an immediate response to ensure our Jewish community feel safe and supported. More >>
