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Kaitaia Hospital Boosts Access To Specialist Care
Tuesday, 28 April 2026, 3:44 pm | New Zealand Government
Health Minister Simeon Brown says the expanded services are part of Health New Zealand’s ongoing work to bring healthcare closer to home for Northlanders. More >>
Updated Granny Flat Rules Increase Choice
Tuesday, 28 April 2026, 3:41 pm | New Zealand Government
Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk says two new changes will make it easier and faster to deliver granny flats, particularly through off-site construction. More >>
Attendance Initiatives Continue To Get Children Back In School
Tuesday, 28 April 2026, 11:41 am | New Zealand Government
34 cases have been formally notified to the Ministry of Education’s Prosecutions Unit. 17 cases were resolved before a prosecution had to be taken. More >>
Historic NZ-India FTA Signed In New Delhi
Tuesday, 28 April 2026, 2:34 am | New Zealand Government
Once FADTC has completed its examination, enabling legislation will be introduced and will follow the usual legislative process. This approach is consistent with that taken for the TPP, CPTPP, and agreements with the UK, EU, and UAE. More >>
Government Acts On Regulatory Feedback To Boost Fuel Resilience
Monday, 27 April 2026, 2:14 pm | New Zealand Government
All options are being developed so they can be implemented quickly if the Government moves to Phase 2, and we expect options to be ready by the end of this month if needed. More >>
Rebuilding Regional Tourism After Severe Weather
Sunday, 26 April 2026, 2:40 pm | New Zealand Government
These trails are a longstanding partnership between central and local government and the communities that host them. Today’s investment reinforces that commitment, says Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston. More >>
Willis & Chalmers Discuss Fuel Security & Economic Growth
Friday, 24 April 2026, 4:02 pm | New Zealand Government
New Zealand and Australia are working closely together to manage the impacts of global events on our economies and on household budgets, Nicola Willis says. More >>
Rebuilding Vogel’s Rail System
Friday, 24 April 2026, 3:21 pm | New Zealand Government
New DM Class locomotives will bring vastly superior fuel economy, hauling power, and have cabs at both end to simplify yard movements – all contributing to lower costs to serve customers and lifting schedule reliability. More >>
Fuel Cost Relief For Veterans' Medical Travel
Friday, 24 April 2026, 11:53 am | New Zealand Government
“Global fuel price volatility has hit household budgets, and the Government is looking closely at where these costs are having the greatest impact, particularly for Kiwis with limited transport alternatives,” Mr Penk says. More >>
Regional Airlines Supported By RIF Funding
Friday, 24 April 2026, 9:20 am | New Zealand Government
These loans will help regional passenger airlines manage debt, maintain their fleets, and continue operating the routes important for the wellbeing, resilience and economies of regional communities. More >>
Deadline Extension For The Fisheries Amendment Bill
Thursday, 23 April 2026, 6:03 pm | Primary Production Committee
Defence Minister To Visit Australia
Thursday, 23 April 2026, 4:15 pm | New Zealand Government
Minister Penk will return to New Zealand on 25 April, in time to participate in Anzac Day commemorations in Auckland. More >>
Online Casino Gambling Bill Passes Third Reading
Thursday, 23 April 2026, 12:53 pm | New Zealand Government
The Department of Internal Affairs will regulate the sector using strengthened enforcement tools, including take-down notices, formal warnings, enforceable undertakings, and penalties of up to $5million for serious or persistent breaches. More >>
McClay Leads Delegation To India For FTA Signing
Thursday, 23 April 2026, 12:51 pm | New Zealand Government
“A trade agreement with India has been a long ambition for New Zealand. The signature of the NZ-India FTA is an occasion to celebrate,” says Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay. More >>
Skilled Plumbers And Drainlayers Scheme Expands
Thursday, 23 April 2026, 11:07 am | New Zealand Government
Self-certification is about making the building consent system simpler and more practical, while keeping responsibility firmly with qualified practitioners and ensuring consumers are protected. More >>
Attendance Rates Increase, Again
Thursday, 23 April 2026, 10:15 am | New Zealand Government
The data indicates that Central and East Auckland region again has the highest regular attendance rate at 75.5%. This was followed by North and West Auckland at 73.5% and Otago/Southland at 72.6%. More >>
The 80s Called, They Want Their Views Back
Thursday, 23 April 2026, 10:11 am | New Zealand Government
Nearly three-quarters of New Zealanders still hold some level of HIV stigma. That’s often driven by myths and a lack of credible information. More >>
Business AI Use Covered By New National Survey
Thursday, 23 April 2026, 9:43 am | New Zealand Government
The new survey introduces new content in areas where information gaps have emerged. This includes questions on innovation, business practices, and the uptake of AI. More >>
Bonjour To Investment In New Zealand
Thursday, 23 April 2026, 9:37 am | New Zealand Government
French luxury fashion house Chanel has invested in a joint venture company to own part of and support Lammermoor Station in the central Otago high country, which produces fine wool for Chanel’s garments. More >>
Moody’s Highlights The Need For Balanced Books
Thursday, 23 April 2026, 8:13 am | New Zealand Government
Moody’s warns that if deficits remain and debt keeps rising, our outlook will worsen - increasing the costs of servicing the debt, squeezing businesses and leaving less funding for the public services New Zealanders rely on. More >>
