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Budget 2026 Delivers $100 Million Investment In Rotorua Courts
Wednesday, 27 May 2026, 9:34 am | New Zealand Government
The investment will contribute to the construction of two new courthouses: one for the Rotorua Law Courts (the High Court, District Court, Coroners Court and relevant tribunals) and one for the Rotorua Māori Land Court. More >>
New Technology Means Safer Communities
Wednesday, 27 May 2026, 9:19 am | New Zealand Government
“Right now, the technology and data that underpins emergency management is fragmented, and getting information takes time – that could lead to delays, blind spots and risk to life,” says Emergency Management and Recovery Minister Mark Mitchell. More >>
Keeping Kiwi Music In Kiwi Hands
Tuesday, 26 May 2026, 4:54 pm | New Zealand Government
Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Paul Goldsmith and Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Cameron Brewer say the changes will extend copyright protection for most works by 20 years. More >>
Delivering A Fairer Electricity Market For Kiwi Consumers
Tuesday, 26 May 2026, 8:08 am | New Zealand Government
Today's announcement will ensure a fairer, more competitive electricity market, so all New Zealanders can benefit from secure, affordable energy when they need it. More >>
Loans To Help Businesses Transition Away From Gas
Monday, 25 May 2026, 4:31 pm | New Zealand Government
Shane Jones says that as part of improving transparency in the gas market, the Government will also pass legislation requiring industry participants to disclose to regulators and others, critical information on gas supply and demand. More >>
Anti-Stalking Laws Take Effect At Midnight
Monday, 25 May 2026, 1:48 pm | New Zealand Government
The new offence of stalking and harassment is defined as a pattern of behaviour which the offender knew was likely to cause the victim fear or distress. More >>
English Language Requirement Extended To AEWV Skill Level 3 Roles
Monday, 25 May 2026, 8:21 am | New Zealand Government
From 1 June 2026, the requirement will apply to ANZSCO and National Occupation List (NOL) skill level 3 roles, aligning them with the existing English language requirements for skill levels 4 and 5. More >>
AIP Visa Growth Category Expands To Philanthropy
Monday, 25 May 2026, 8:09 am | New Zealand Government
The Active Investor Plus Visa is designed to attract experienced investors who can make a meaningful contribution to New Zealand’s economy and communities,” Immigration Minister Erica Stanford says. More >>
Government Boosts Funding To Tackle Wilding Pines
Sunday, 24 May 2026, 6:07 pm | New Zealand Government
In addition to the significant funding boost, MPI will begin developing a National Pest Management Plan for on-going control of wilding conifers. More >>
Budget 2026 Shores Up Maritime Security
Saturday, 23 May 2026, 2:53 pm | New Zealand Government
More than 80 percent of the New Zealand Defence Force’s $2.6 billion operating and personnel budget is spent within New Zealand, bolstering the economy while serving the dual benefit of ensuring we have a strong Defence Force. More >>
Charter Schools Cost Taxpayers Less Than State Schools
Friday, 22 May 2026, 1:07 pm | New Zealand Government
New figures show that a new primary charter school with 100 students would receive around $401,675 in establishment staff and operations funding. The same school set up as a state school would cost the taxpayer $638,249. More >>
Boosting Ambulance Services Across New Zealand
Friday, 22 May 2026, 12:52 pm | New Zealand Government
“When New Zealanders call an ambulance, they need confidence that they will get the help they need quickly and that frontline crews have the support and resources they need to respond,” Mr Brown says. More >>
Package To Support Small Businesses Announced
Friday, 22 May 2026, 10:37 am | New Zealand Government
The funding will support businesses to improve preparedness, strengthen continuity planning, and reduce vulnerability to disruption. More >>
Move-On Orders Pass First Reading
Thursday, 21 May 2026, 5:35 pm | New Zealand Government
Our government is committed to fixing the basics in law and order, and building a future where everyone feels safe to visit, work and live in our central cities. More >>
Delivering Fairer Social Housing
Thursday, 21 May 2026, 4:02 pm | New Zealand Government
“Reforming social housing will involve hard choices, but change is needed. The current system is unfair, costly, and not targeted enough to those with the greatest need,” Housing Minister Chris Bishop says. More >>
Family Violence And Sexual Violence Advisory Group Announced
Thursday, 21 May 2026, 3:29 pm | New Zealand Government
Minister for the Prevention of Family and Sexual Violence Karen Chhour can now announce the formation of the Family Violence and Sexual Violence Ministerial Advisory Group. More >>
Pharmac Proposal To Strengthen New Zealand’s Vaccine Response
Thursday, 21 May 2026, 2:32 pm | New Zealand Government
“It’s important to the patient community that their voice is heard. That’s why Pharmac consult the community on funding proposals before a final decision is made," says the Associate Minister of Health, David Seymour. More >>
Roadside Drug Testing Rolls Out Nationwide
Thursday, 21 May 2026, 1:12 pm | New Zealand Government
“Since the roadside drug testing programme started late last year, Police have used the operational knowledge, data and feedback from that first phase to train staff across the country,” says the Minister of Police, Mr Mitchell. More >>
Nelson Hospital Parking Expansion Drives Forward
Thursday, 21 May 2026, 12:05 pm | New Zealand Government
“We know parking at Nelson Hospital has been under pressure for some time, and improving access is an important part of delivering better healthcare infrastructure for the region,” says the Health Minister Simeon Brown. More >>
Defence Supports Efforts To Train Ukrainian Military
Thursday, 21 May 2026, 11:08 am | New Zealand Government
The defence of Ukraine, its interests, and its values has significant security implications far beyond Europe, including in our Indo-Pacific region. More >>
