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Stronger Rules To Protect Power Lines From Trees
Friday, 26 June 2026, 3:04 pm | New Zealand Government
The changes have been made following extensive consultation including with groups representing forestry, farming, Māori and arboriculturists’ interests, as well as the electricity industry. More >>
Cutting Red Tape For Freight Operators
Friday, 26 June 2026, 12:44 pm | New Zealand Government
The package of heavy vehicle rule changes will reduce compliance costs, improve productivity, and remove barriers to investment in modern vehicles. These changes will take effect on 6 August. More >>
Minister Sets 2026 Expectations For Pharmac; Continue Upward Trajectory
Friday, 26 June 2026, 9:42 am | New Zealand Government
Pharmac will need to find efficiencies to make their budget go further, because that’s what Kiwi patients and their families deserve, Associate Health Minister David Seymour says. More >>
Government Acts On Conservation Bill Concerns
Thursday, 25 June 2026, 5:05 pm | New Zealand Government
Mr Potaka met with the Environmental Defence Society and Forest and Bird and agreed the disposal and exchange parts of the bill would be removed. More >>
India FTA Bill Passes First Reading
Thursday, 25 June 2026, 4:23 pm | New Zealand Government
The Bill will be referred to the Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade Committee where the public will have an opportunity to make submissions. More >>
Free Holidays Not Worth Dying For
Thursday, 25 June 2026, 3:27 pm | New Zealand Government
“Our young people should have seen enough by now to know that if they courier drugs here, they will go to prison for several years," says Customs Minister Casey Costello. More >>
Tourism Policy Statement Sets Sector Direction
Thursday, 25 June 2026, 2:50 pm | New Zealand Government
“Regional Tourism Boost is a great example of partnership between industry and government – the same collaborative approach that underpins the Tourism Policy Statement," says Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston More >>
New East Wing Opens At Taranaki Base Hospital
Thursday, 25 June 2026, 10:57 am | New Zealand Government
The Taranaki Base Hospital redevelopment is a critical investment in modernising healthcare for the people of Taranaki, Mr Brown says. More >>
$215 Million Boost From New Travel Option
Thursday, 25 June 2026, 7:21 am | New Zealand Government
Since launching in November 2025, the 12month visa waiver trial for eligible Chinese and Pacific people travelling from Australia has made it faster and cheaper to visit New Zealand. More >>
New Awards Celebrate Excellence And Delivering Real Results For Students
Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 6:08 pm | New Zealand Government
Finalists and winners were selected following a comprehensive selection process, including nominations from students, families, staff, and communities, and application assessment by panels of education experts. More >>
Multi School Contracts For Charter Sponsors
Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 3:09 pm | New Zealand Government
Charter schools are unlocking young New Zealanders’ potential. Students who were not attending are at school, and those who were behind are ahead, Mr Seymour says. More >>
Senior Court Judges Appointed
Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 12:12 pm | New Zealand Government
In 2022 Justice Johnstone joined the independent Bar specialising in criminal law and commercial compliance, investigations and proceedings. More >>
CORS Programme Made Permanent
Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 11:57 am | New Zealand Government
“The trial of the CORS programme shows it can deliver strong outcomes for refugees in employment, housing, education, and community connection,” Ms Costello says. More >>
Minister Urges Racing Industry To Work Together
Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 9:39 am | New Zealand Government
“Everyone involved in racing wants a strong and sustainable future for the industry,” says Minister for Racing Mr Winston Peters. More >>
Government Backs Major North Island Freight Hub
Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 8:23 am | New Zealand Government
“This is critical freight infrastructure that will improve efficiency using rail and roads, strengthen supply chains, and drive economic growth in the lower North Island,” says Rail Minister Winston Peters. More >>
Real Results Delivered For Mental Health
Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 7:45 am | New Zealand Government
"The results today show progress is being made despite more people reaching out for primary mental health support," says Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey. More >>
Recognising Kiwi Search And Rescue Excellence
Tuesday, 23 June 2026, 7:20 pm | New Zealand Government
Three Gold Awards and seven Certificates of Achievement were presented to teams and individuals, acknowledging courageous work in 2025 or significant contributions to search and rescue over many years. More >>
Progress Continues Across All Five Health Targets
Tuesday, 23 June 2026, 3:02 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government's focus is on shorter wait times for Kiwis, and these results show the system is continuing to move in the right direction, Mr Brown says. More >>
New Research To Support Yellow-Legged Hornet Response
Tuesday, 23 June 2026, 12:20 pm | New Zealand Government
The new research is being led by scientists at the Bioeconomy Science Institute Maiangi Taiao, a Public Research Organisation established by the Government last year. More >>
Women’s Representation On Public Sector Boards Above 50 Percent
Tuesday, 23 June 2026, 9:49 am | New Zealand Government
The annual stocktake shows women hold 50.2 percent of public sector board and committee roles, marking the sixth consecutive year women’s representation has remained above the Government’s 50 percent target. More >>
