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Fiscal Discipline Critical During Global Volatility

Tuesday, 21 July 2026, 11:46 am | New Zealand Government

Stats NZ reports that without changes in petrol and diesel prices, annual inflation would have been 2.9 per cent, within the Reserve Bank's target range for inflation. More >>

Minerals Sector Gaining Momentum Under Strategy

Tuesday, 21 July 2026, 11:25 am | New Zealand Government

Minerals production is increasing across the sector, with gold output rising by approximately 17 per cent to around 250,000 ounces annually. More >>

$10 Billion Milestone Highlights Growing Investment In New Zealand Innovation

Tuesday, 21 July 2026, 9:34 am | New Zealand Government

Reaching $10 billion in supported research and development is a significant landmark and demonstrates the growing confidence New Zealand businesses have in innovation and their capability to grow. More >>

Select Committee Report On The Natural Environment Bill And Planning Bill Welcomed

Monday, 20 July 2026, 4:43 pm | New Zealand Government

Associate Environment and Associate Agriculture Minister Andrew Hoggard has welcomed the Select Committee report on the Planning Bill and the Natural Environment Bill, which have been sent back to the House. More >>

Students To Receive Completed NCEA Co-Requisite Assessments

Monday, 20 July 2026, 2:57 pm | New Zealand Government

Completed Reading assessments were available to students in late June, with teachers providing positive feedback on the process. More >>

Better Planning For Growth And Environment

Monday, 20 July 2026, 2:43 pm | New Zealand Government

Independent analysis shows the new planning system is projected to boost GDP by an additional 0.56 per cent every year by 2050, worth up to $3.1 billion annually. More >>

New Charter School Opens Doors

Monday, 20 July 2026, 1:21 pm | New Zealand Government

The school joins a growing number of Māori charter schools: Te Rito, Te Kura Taiao in Northland, Te Kāpehu Whetū and TIPENE in Auckland, Te Kura Awhitu in Ruatahuna and Te Aratika High School in Hastings. More >>

Domestic Cement Production Secured

Monday, 20 July 2026, 11:21 am | New Zealand Government

Golden Bay Cement is the only fully-integrated domestic manufacturer of cement, producing its own ‘clinker’ – an intermediate product in cement manufacturing made by heating limestone and other materials in a kiln at very hot temperatures. More >>

FIT Members Commit To Smoother Trade

Friday, 17 July 2026, 5:29 pm | New Zealand Government

The outcomes achieved illustrate the shared desire of ministers to take practical steps to enhance trade, says Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay. More >>

FIT Partnership Grows To 19 Countries

Friday, 17 July 2026, 5:23 pm | New Zealand Government

The Ministerial meeting was one of the most significant trade gatherings New Zealand has hosted in many years. More >>

Bird Flu Work Steps Up - Second Case Confirmed

Friday, 17 July 2026, 3:59 pm | New Zealand Government

Chicken and eggs remain safe to eat and bird flu is a very low risk to human health. More >>

Foreign Minister To Travel To Philippines

Friday, 17 July 2026, 3:15 pm | New Zealand Government

Lifting New Zealand’s relationships in South East Asia has been a core part of the Government’s Foreign Policy Reset, and we are pleased to continue that important work next week, Mr Peters says. More >>

World First New Zealand-Singapore Essential Supplies Agreement Now In Force

Friday, 17 July 2026, 2:22 pm | New Zealand Government

The Agreement on Trade in Essential Supplies (AOTES) was signed in Singapore on 4 May 2026, witnessed by the Prime Minister Chris Luxon and the Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. More >>

Common Sense Back At The Helm

Friday, 17 July 2026, 2:07 pm | New Zealand Government

Together, these decisions secure a practical, affordable, and enduring ferry service across Cook Strait. They preserve rail across the Strait, support freight and passenger resilience, and set up the country for the next generation of service. More >>

New Ferries Operator Announced, Vessels Named

Friday, 17 July 2026, 1:56 pm | New Zealand Government

Minister for Rail Winston Peters says the decision secures a practical, affordable, and enduring Cook Strait ferry service for the next generation and beyond. More >>

New Zealand And Switzerland Agree Trade Discussions

Friday, 17 July 2026, 7:37 am | New Zealand Government

Switzerland is an important partner for New Zealand and one of the world's most innovative and advanced economies. Establishing a Trade and Investment Dialogue will lead to closer economic cooperation and enhanced collaboration, says Mr McClay. More >>

Latest Figures Continue Year-On-Year Increase In Jobseekers Finding Work

Thursday, 16 July 2026, 2:28 pm | New Zealand Government

“By helping businesses to thrive, driving income growth, & providing practical support to help get jobseekers into work, this govt is committed to supporting NZers towards independence”, says Minister of Social Development & Employment Louise ... More >>