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Over 97,500 Families Benefiting From FamilyBoost
Monday, 27 July 2026, 3:01 pm | New Zealand Government
"Raising young children comes with significant costs, and this Government is committed to backing working parents with practical support that makes a real difference,” Nicola Willis says. More >>
Tertiary Minister To Strengthen New Zealand's Vocational Education Links With China
Monday, 27 July 2026, 2:45 pm | New Zealand Government
“Vocational education is an important area of collaboration within the New Zealand-China relationship, built on enduring partnerships that have grown over the years,” says Minister Simmonds. More >>
More Flexibility For Growers Of Smaller-Scale Crops
Monday, 27 July 2026, 1:34 pm | New Zealand Government
Agricultural chemicals are subject to risk-based maximum residue levels (MRLs). Until now, growers of minor crops such as strawberries or leafy greens have often had to rely on low default MRLs where no specific New Zealand limit has been set. More >>
New AI Tool To Help Develop Biosecurity Standards
Saturday, 25 July 2026, 1:28 pm | New Zealand Government
The wider reform programme, including live plant import system reform, is expected to support farmers and growers over time by improving access to new plant genetics. More >>
Reappointments To Te Taura Whiri I Te Reo Māori Board Strengthens Continuity And Leadership
Friday, 24 July 2026, 1:33 pm | New Zealand Government
The appointments are for a three-year term commencing on 2 September 2026 and provide continuity for Te Taura Whiri as it continues its work to revitalise and promote te reo Māori. More >>
Psychology Assistants Hit The Books
Friday, 24 July 2026, 12:18 pm | New Zealand Government
"Today is a landmark moment. These students are the first to train for a brand-new role that will help more New Zealanders get faster access to mental health support, while creating a new career pathway for psychology graduates," Mr Doocey says. More >>
Sod Turned On Final Stage Of Eastern Busway
Friday, 24 July 2026, 11:11 am | New Zealand Government
“Today marks a major milestone for Auckland’s transport network. When the Eastern Busway fully opens in 2027, it will connect Botany, Pakuranga and Panmure, giving people a reliable 40-minute trip from Botany to the city centre by bus and train.” More >>
Rail Crossing Work Reaches Milestone
Friday, 24 July 2026, 8:08 am | New Zealand Government
Auckland Minister Simon Watts says, this milestone is another example of what can be achieved when central and local government work together to deliver better outcomes for Aucklanders. More >>
Asia Regional Meetings Conclude Amid International Turbulence
Friday, 24 July 2026, 6:45 am | New Zealand Government
A joint statement released by Ministers following the ASEAN-New Zealand Foreign Ministers’ Meeting yesterday emphasised the need to strengthen regional resilience. More >>
Christchurch Men’s Prison PPP Deal Signed
Thursday, 23 July 2026, 4:18 pm | New Zealand Government
The Project Agreement was signed this week between the Crown and Southern Renewal Partners (SRP) and reached financial close, with construction planned to begin later this year. More >>
Appointments To New School Property Board
Thursday, 23 July 2026, 12:32 pm | New Zealand Government
“We have done a lot to change the way the system works, but there is more to do. The Board will continue to drive the reset and keep the focus firmly on delivery," says Education Minister Ms Erica Stanford. More >>
Guide To Support Staff Experiencing Stalking
Thursday, 23 July 2026, 11:22 am | New Zealand Government
Stalking is harmful and unwanted behaviour that intrudes on victims’ lives. Anyone can be a victim of stalking, but women are disproportionately affected, Ms Grigg says. More >>
Licenced Firearm Owners Heard With Improvements To Arms Bill
Wednesday, 22 July 2026, 6:58 pm | New Zealand Government
Most of the Bill will commence on 23 September 2026, with the remaining provisions coming into force progressively by 23 February 2028. More >>
NZ And PNG Strengthen Defence Ties
Wednesday, 22 July 2026, 6:54 pm | New Zealand Government
“New Zealand is committed to Pacific regional cooperation. We are stronger when we act together, supporting the Pacific to become a digitally inclusive and connected region,” says Defence Minister Chris Penk. More >>
Homegrown Nursing Workforce Continues To Grow
Wednesday, 22 July 2026, 6:40 pm | New Zealand Government
"I want to congratulate all our new nurses on completing their studies. I look forward to welcoming them into the health workforce as they begin their careers caring for New Zealanders," Health Minister Simeon Brown says. More >>
Term 2 Attendance Highest Since 2016
Wednesday, 22 July 2026, 2:02 pm | New Zealand Government
In Term 2 2026, 64.2% of students attended school regularly. This was a 5.8 per cent increase from 58.4 per cent in Term 2 2025. A student attends school ‘regularly’ when they are in class for more than 90 per cent of the term. More >>
Calmer, Quieter Classrooms - As Walls Go Up
Wednesday, 22 July 2026, 11:29 am | New Zealand Government
“At the end of 2025, the Ministry of Education launched the Modifying Open Plan Classrooms Initiative and invited schools to register their interest in reinstating classroom walls. A total of 193 schools responded." More >>
Women’s Governance Pipeline Grows Through BoardConnector
Tuesday, 21 July 2026, 3:47 pm | New Zealand Government
BoardConnector supports women at different stages of their governance journey by connecting them with information, development opportunities and board vacancies. More >>
New Zealand And Philippines Form Comprehensive Partnership
Tuesday, 21 July 2026, 3:06 pm | New Zealand Government
The Comprehensive Partnership provides a framework for deeper collaboration across four pillars: political engagement; defence, security, and maritime cooperation; trade and economic ties; and people-to-people links. More >>
Final Report Received On Phillips Children Inquiry
Tuesday, 21 July 2026, 12:56 pm | New Zealand Government
Mr Chris Bishop says the Government will carefully consider the Inquiry’s recommendations and respond appropriately in coming weeks. More >>
