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Review Commissioned Of ManageMyHealth Cyber Security Breach
Monday, 5 January 2026, 11:26 am | New Zealand Government
ManageMyHealth is a privately operated patient portal used by some general practices around New Zealand. It holds medical information and enables patients to communicate with health professionals. More >>
Health Minister Marks The Passing Of Dame Karen Poutasi
Friday, 2 January 2026, 12:11 pm | New Zealand Government
“On behalf of the Government and people of New Zealand, I extend our deepest condolences to Dame Karen’s family and friends,” Mr Brown says. More >>
China Beef Safeguards Unlikely To Restrict New Zealand Exports
Thursday, 1 January 2026, 12:07 pm | New Zealand Government
Mr McClay says the outcome reflects strong engagement between New Zealand and China throughout the investigation process and sees a better outcome than some countries who now face a reduction in access. More >>
New Year, New Start For Vocational Education
Thursday, 1 January 2026, 8:14 am | New Zealand Government
The ten re-established polytechnics, Ara, EIT, NMIT, SIT, Toi Ohomai, Wintec, Unitec and MIT, Otago Polytechnic, UCOL and The Open Polytechnic, now hold responsibility for local training decisions once again. More >>
Knights And Dames Congratulated By PM
Wednesday, 31 December 2025, 6:46 am | New Zealand Government
“I would like to congratulate all 177 recipients of this year’s New Year honours and on behalf of the thousands of people who have benefited from your efforts, please accept my personal thanks.” Mr Luxon says. More >>
New Year - New Inflight Biosecurity Video
Tuesday, 30 December 2025, 11:01 am | New Zealand Government
The risk posed by threats such as foot and mouth disease and the brown marmorated stink bug could jeopardise the nation’s $60 billion primary sector export revenue, making strict compliance essential. More >>
Government And Industry Launch Pilot To Enhance Welfare Practices In Shearing Sector
Sunday, 28 December 2025, 1:41 pm | New Zealand Government
The fund will deliver in-person workshops, online modules, practical assessments, and resources for shearers, wool handlers, and others across the sector. More >>
Fishery Officers Target Illegal Pāua Gathering
Sunday, 28 December 2025, 1:37 pm | New Zealand Government
“People can do their part to help break up the illegal trade in pāua by reporting those who break the rules to Fisheries New Zealand through the 0800 4 POACHER line,” Oceans and Fishers Minister Shane Jones says. More >>
Prime Minister Celebrates Historic India FTA
Monday, 22 December 2025, 6:56 pm | New Zealand Government
The result is a high-quality trade agreement with a trusted partner that will deliver deep and lasting benefits for New Zealand, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says. More >>
New Zealand Secures Landmark Free Trade Agreement With India
Monday, 22 December 2025, 6:52 pm | New Zealand Government
New Zealandand Indiaexpect the Agreement to be signed in the first halfofnext year. More >>
Summer Driving: Stay Safe
Monday, 22 December 2025, 10:14 am | New Zealand Government
Whether you’re heading to see loved ones, taking a road trip with friends, or exploring our country, please make safe choices - road safety is a responsibility we all share, Mr Bishop says More >>
Government Backs Boaties’ Summer Water Safety
Monday, 22 December 2025, 9:50 am | New Zealand Government
The Maritime NZ funding consists of $773,000 for 30 community education initiatives focused on small craft users, close-to-shore activities and groups over-represented groups in drowning statistics. More >>
New Plan To Tackle Organised Crime
Saturday, 20 December 2025, 2:24 pm | New Zealand Government
This new TSOC strategy and action plan are designed to achieve stronger and more cohesive response., with the aim being to make New Zealand the hardest place in the world for organised criminal groups to do business and cause harm. More >>
NZ, Japan Sign Defence And Security Agreements
Friday, 19 December 2025, 4:16 pm | New Zealand Government
The Information Security Agreement provides a legal framework and procedures for handling each other’s classified information. More >>
New Plant Health And Environment Laboratory
Friday, 19 December 2025, 1:57 pm | New Zealand Government
“This facility will play a critical role in protecting New Zealand’s environment and economy from plant pests and diseases, while supporting surveillance, diagnostics, and emergency response capabilities,” says Mr Hoggard. More >>
All Aboard The Ngākōroa Train Station And SH22 Drury Upgrade
Friday, 19 December 2025, 1:30 pm | New Zealand Government
“This is an important milestone as the last of a series of major Government funded rail projects in Auckland to get underway,” says Mr Peters. More >>
Parent Portal Updated With New Maths Practice Tool
Friday, 19 December 2025, 12:59 pm | New Zealand Government
“The refreshed curriculum is designed to ensure children are learning the fundamentals they need, and it gives clarity to teachers on what to focus on in the classroom. We’re making sure there’s clarity at home, too,” Ms Stanford says. More >>
Cutting Red Tape So Restaurants Can Sell Take-Home Alcohol
Friday, 19 December 2025, 11:01 am | New Zealand Government
The Government will amend the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act to allow restaurants to apply for an off-licence, if they also sell takeaway food or non-alcoholic beverages prepared by the business. More >>
Funding Shot In The Arm For Hornet Eradication
Friday, 19 December 2025, 10:02 am | New Zealand Government
The hornet is a predator that poses a serious threat to honeybees and, by extension, to New Zealand’s agricultural sector and overall economy. It’s crucial we prevent it from establishing here to protect what matters most to New Zealand. More >>
Changes For Northland Spiny Rock Lobster Fishery
Friday, 19 December 2025, 9:22 am | New Zealand Government
Most commercial spiny rock lobster fishing off the east coast of Northland has already stopped under a voluntary industry closure. More >>
