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Investment Boost Driving Real Investment, Lifting Productivity
Thursday, 12 February 2026, 9:39 am | New Zealand Government
New Zealand does not grow by taxing more and investing less. It grows by backing ambition, rewarding success, and giving businesses the confidence to invest for the long term. More >>
Vascular Surgery Now Available In Northland
Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 2:19 pm | New Zealand Government
People in Northland who need renal fistula surgery or varicose vein treatment will now be able to receive that care closer to where they live, without having to travel to Auckland. More >>
Sheep Farmers Come To Parliament To Celebrate Record Year
Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 1:53 pm | New Zealand Government
The efforts of New Zealand’s hard-working sheep and beef farmers support tens of thousands of jobs, and the sector is crucial to New Zealand’s ambitious goal of doubling the value of exports in 10 years. More >>
Independent Review Of Covid-19 Monetary Policy
Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 12:44 pm | New Zealand Government
Finance Minister Nicola Willis says the purpose of the review is to identify any lessons New Zealand could learn to improve the monetary policy response to future major events. More >>
Palmerston North Hospital ED Expansion Underway
Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 12:35 pm | New Zealand Government
The $14.455 million project is part of the Government’s $100 million hospital infrastructure programme funded through Budget 2025, accelerating improvements across health facilities nationwide. More >>
Nearly 40,000 More Building Products Approved
Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 11:09 am | New Zealand Government
The Government is focused on fixing the basics and building a better future for New Zealand, and that means making it easier and more affordable to deliver the homes and public buildings that will ease house prices and lift living standards. More >>
Minister To Attend Munich Security Conference
Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 10:10 am | New Zealand Government
During the three-day conference Ms Collins will hold bilateral meetings with a number of New Zealand’s long-standing defence partners, including the United Kingdom’s Secretary of Defence, John Healey, and NATO Secretary General, Mark Rutte. More >>
98 Per Cent Of Potholes Repaired Within 24 Hours
Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 10:07 am | New Zealand Government
If you spot a pothole on the state highway network, please report it straight away by calling 08004HIGHWAYS (0800444449). With everyone’s help, potholes can be found and repaired as quickly as possible. More >>
International Convention Centre A Major Win For Tourism And Hospitality
Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 9:40 am | New Zealand Government
The opportunities this venue creates for New Zealand’s tourism and hospitality sector are enormous, whether it be hosting large international conferences, national ceremonies or local events. More >>
New Data Shows Record 2025 Permitting Activity
Tuesday, 10 February 2026, 3:48 pm | New Zealand Government
Across the sector, 237 change applications were decided in 2025, reflecting a high level of variation and optimisation activity as operators refine work programmes and permit conditions — a clear indication of active management of mineral assets. More >>
Full Steam Ahead: More Events Set To Ignite 2026
Tuesday, 10 February 2026, 10:27 am | New Zealand Government
Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says the events announced today span sports, food, culture and innovation, providing something for everyone and creating unforgettable experiences that will drive strong economic benefits nationwide. More >>
Delivering LNG To Support Energy Security
Monday, 9 February 2026, 7:18 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government has shortlisted leading proposals and is progressing to commercial contracting, with the aim of signing a contract by mid-2026. The facility could be operational as soon as 2027 or early 2028. More >>
Government Funds And Delivers New School In 18 Months
Monday, 9 February 2026, 2:54 pm | New Zealand Government
Local MP for Takanini, Rima Nakhle, says the school’s opening is fantastic progress that responds to Flat Bush’s growth, relieving pressure on nearby schools. More >>
Dedicated Dialysis Service Opens In Invercargill
Monday, 9 February 2026, 2:00 pm | New Zealand Government
“This new facility is about making sure Southlanders can receive the care they need, closer to home,” Health Minister Simeon Brown says. More >>
NZ-UAE Partnership Boosts Advanced Tech
Monday, 9 February 2026, 1:02 pm | New Zealand Government
The Antarctic Science Platform will run a targeted contestable process to identify New Zealand research teams to join the collaboration, with proposals assessed on scientific excellence and their potential to build capability for both countries. More >>
Breakthrough In SH2 Waioweka Gorge
Sunday, 8 February 2026, 3:22 pm | New Zealand Government
NZTA has now confirmed one lane will open to the public for essential travel only under piloted convoy conditions at 7am tomorrow 9 February. More >>
Tails Wagging As Over 1,700 Pet Bonds Lodged
Saturday, 7 February 2026, 3:24 pm | New Zealand Government
“Our Government is focused on a rental market that works for everyone -young renters, whanau, and the people providing homes,” Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka says. More >>
One Year On, Fast-Track Is Building NZ’s Future
Saturday, 7 February 2026, 3:19 pm | New Zealand Government
Nine projects have been approved so far, with another nine expected to receive decisions before the end of March. More >>
Joint Action Stops 4.2 Tonnes Of Cocaine
Thursday, 5 February 2026, 4:41 pm | New Zealand Government
Joint action stops 4.2 tonnes of cocaine More >>
Christopher Luxon – Waitangi Speech
Thursday, 5 February 2026, 2:16 pm | New Zealand Government
We are a small nation at the bottom of the world. But we are a mature nation. We don't settle our grievances in the streets with violence. We settle them here, on the marae, and in our Parliament, with robust and sometimes passionate debate. More >>
