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Departing Reserve Bank Chair Thanked
Friday, 29 August 2025, 5:53 pm | New Zealand Government
Mr Quigley departs with a new funding agreement in place, a major review of capital settings out for consultation and the recruitment of a new Governor well-advanced, says Finance Minister Nicola Willis. More >>
Have Your Say On The Telco Sector Review
Thursday, 28 August 2025, 1:30 pm | New Zealand Government
“Telecommunication services are as essential as power and water to Kiwis. Changing the way the sector is regulated will affect almost every Kiwi, so they should get a say,” Mr Seymour says. More >>
Agreement Signed On Poultry Biosecurity
Thursday, 28 August 2025, 1:22 pm | New Zealand Government
“This new operational agreement between the Government and the Egg Producers Federation (EPF) and Poultry Industry Association of New Zealand (PIANZ) is a significant milestone in the country’s preparation for exotic diseases." More >>
Legislation To Support NZ’s Defence And Security
Thursday, 28 August 2025, 1:16 pm | New Zealand Government
The new bill broadens this authorisation to include instances where national security and readiness to deliver core defence functions are at risk. This could include work such as providing security at military bases, weapons and munitions servicing, and ... More >>
Government Reforms To Improve Alcohol Regulation
Thursday, 28 August 2025, 1:03 pm | New Zealand Government
“The Government is making targeted reforms to alcohol legislation to remove unnecessary red tape while continuing to uphold protections that minimise alcohol-related harm." More >>
Demolition By Neglect Stops Here
Thursday, 28 August 2025, 11:19 am | New Zealand Government
Discussions are underway to transfer ownership of the historic Mataura Railway Station from KiwiRail to the Trust, with this funding increase enabling its restoration with the support of local volunteers and donors, Mr Peters says. More >>
Express Lane For New Supermarkets
Thursday, 28 August 2025, 10:41 am | New Zealand Government
The responses revealed widespread frustration with restrictive zoning, slow consenting, and cumbersome regulations that make it extremely difficult for new competitors to gain a foothold in the New Zealand grocery sector. More >>
Speech To National Regulators’ Community Of Practice: Business As Usual?
Thursday, 28 August 2025, 10:25 am | New Zealand Government
I’m proud to say our Government is doing serious, first-principles reform of resource management. New underlying legislation will be in place before the 2026 election. I think there will be a fourth generation and Kiwis will see a return to housing affordability over the medium term. More >>
NZ–UAE Trade Agreement Enters Into Force Today, Unlocking Billions In New Opportunities
Thursday, 28 August 2025, 7:14 am | New Zealand Government
“The NZ–UAE CEPA is New Zealand’s fastest-ever trade agreement. Negotiated in just over four months, it delivers up to an estimated $42 million in tariff savings per year for Kiwi exporters and the wider economy,” Mr McClay says. More >>
Gender Pay Gap Lowest Since Records Began
Wednesday, 27 August 2025, 3:12 pm | New Zealand Government
Inflation and interest rates are down, wages are growing faster than inflation, and growth is expected to average 2.7% per year creating 240,000 jobs over the next four years, Minister for Women, Nicola Grigg says. More >>
Water Reform For Sustainability And Growth
Wednesday, 27 August 2025, 11:37 am | New Zealand Government
“Already, two million Kiwis are set to benefit from Local Water Done Well through accepted water services delivery plans, and through the changes we made to the Watercare charter last year,” Mr Watts says. More >>
New Business Investor Visa To Support Growth
Wednesday, 27 August 2025, 9:52 am | New Zealand Government
The Business Investor Visa (BIV) will provide a pathway to residence for business migrants who are ready to invest in, operate and grow established businesses in the country. More >>
Government Prioritises Forestry Sector Amid Ongoing Safety Concerns
Tuesday, 26 August 2025, 3:25 pm | New Zealand Government
WorkSafe has worked with the forestry industry, including input from both workers and forestry companies to create guidelines aimed at reducing deaths and serious injuries in the sector. More >>
Tax Bill To Grow The Economy And Ease Cost Of Living
Tuesday, 26 August 2025, 2:34 pm | New Zealand Government
The bill also makes it easier for overseas visitors working remotely, sometimes known as digital nomads, to stay longer in New Zealand before being taxed, encouraging them to spend more in our economy while they’re here. More >>
Government Introduces Stronger Protections For Dogs
Tuesday, 26 August 2025, 2:09 pm | New Zealand Government
“Prolonged tethering causes significant distress to dogs, affecting their health by limiting their freedom to move and perform normal behaviours,” Mr Hoggard says. More >>
Infrastructure Pipeline Continues To Grow
Tuesday, 26 August 2025, 12:06 pm | New Zealand Government
“The Pipeline now contains over 9,200 projects that are underway or being planned, helping New Zealand’s infrastructure construction sector plan ahead for major upcoming projects and hire and retain key staff in the right locations." More >>
Social Investment Fund Open To Change Lives
Tuesday, 26 August 2025, 11:12 am | New Zealand Government
Data and evidence – which underpins the social investment approach – shows children who fall into those groups are most likely to experience poor outcomes and require costly government support throughout their lives. More >>
Whangārei Hospital Parking Expansion Shifts Into Gear
Monday, 25 August 2025, 6:39 pm | New Zealand Government
We know carparking is a real issue for the community, and this is another step forward in ensuring people can get the care they need when they need it, Acting Health Minister Matt Doocey says. More >>
Infrastructure Minister To Visit Australia
Monday, 25 August 2025, 5:08 pm | New Zealand Government
Attracting investment, particularly into our infrastructure sector, is a priority for growing our economy and creating jobs for New Zealanders, as is improving the way we deliver and maintain large infrastructure projects across the country, Chris ... More >>
Reserve Bank Capital Review Welcomed
Monday, 25 August 2025, 10:37 am | New Zealand Government
Last year I issued a new Financial Policy Remit to the Reserve Bank outlining the Government’s expectation that in promoting financial stability, the Reserve Bank should ensure prudential regulation does not impede competition, says Minister of ... More >>
