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NZ Considering Recognition Of State Of Palestine
Monday, 11 August 2025, 5:22 pm | New Zealand Government
Foreign Minister Winston Peters took an oral item to Cabinet today about recognition of a state of Palestine, ahead of a formal consideration of the issue in September. More >>
Faster Heart Specialist Access In Northland
Monday, 11 August 2025, 11:02 am | New Zealand Government
Between November 2023 and March 2025, the cardiology FSA waitlist fell from 1,091 to 691. The number of patients waiting longer than four months dropped by 68 percent, from 367 to 116. More >>
Fewer Kiwis Waiting For Heart And Lung Surgery In Waikato
Monday, 11 August 2025, 10:58 am | New Zealand Government
Between November 2023 and March 2025, the number of people waiting for cardiothoracic treatment in Waikato has fallen from 90 to 27, a 70 per cent reduction. The number waiting longer than four months for surgery has dropped from 13 to 4. More >>
New Code Of Welfare For Farmed Deer
Monday, 11 August 2025, 10:51 am | New Zealand Government
The work by the National Animal Welfare Advisory Committee (NAWAC) to review the code involved close consultation with key players in the deer industry, and a number of changes were made as a result of their input. More >>
Two New Seasonal Work Visas To Grow Economy
Sunday, 10 August 2025, 1:27 pm | New Zealand Government
We are making sure businesses can access the right people at the right time, while also protecting opportunities for Kiwis, Immigration Minister Erica Stanford says. More >>
PM Luxon concludes successful Aus-NZ meeting
Saturday, 9 August 2025, 6:17 pm | New Zealand Government
The two leaders announced a new partnership between New Zealand and Australia’s national standards bodies. More harmonisation of standards will make trade even easier, bring down costs and support economic growth on both sides of the Tasman. More >>
Minister Launches Mental Health Campaign
Saturday, 9 August 2025, 12:14 pm | New Zealand Government
The campaign was developed by VML in partnership with the Mental Health Foundation. It aligns with the Government’s Mental Health Targets, specifically by strengthening prevention and early intervention efforts. More >>
More Cancer Patients In Taupō Getting Treatment Closer To Home
Saturday, 9 August 2025, 12:08 pm | New Zealand Government
The long-term plan is to expand chemotherapy services at Taupō Hospital to five days a week as demand continues to grow. More >>
Military-Style Academy Pilot Closes
Friday, 8 August 2025, 3:23 pm | New Zealand Government
The pilot began in July 2024 at an existing Youth Justice residence, Te Au rere a te Tonga in Palmerston North. Throughout the pilot, participants were intensively supported, along with their whānau, by social workers, a mentor and other professionals. More >>
Strengthening Fire Safety In Buildings
Friday, 8 August 2025, 11:37 am | New Zealand Government
“The recent tragedy here and similar incidents overseas have made it clear we need to look closely at how safe our buildings are, especially larger residential accommodation. More >>
Empowering Young Kiwis’ Economic Potential
Friday, 8 August 2025, 7:49 am | New Zealand Government
Youth Enterprise is a powerful tool, supporting young people to discover their interests, build new skills, and work towards their future aspirations. It helps young people see themselves not just as job seekers, but as job creators and change-makers in ... More >>
NZ & Indonesia Sign Agreement To Boost Agricultural Cooperation
Friday, 8 August 2025, 7:09 am | New Zealand Government
The arrangement also commits both governments to establishing a dedicated Consultative Forum to coordinate future cooperation and set joint priorities. More >>
Dangers Of Excessive Spending Highlighted
Thursday, 7 August 2025, 2:39 pm | New Zealand Government
The Treasury’s Long-term Insights Briefing released today explores the role of fiscal policy in economic shocks and crises including the way government finances were used during and after the Covid-19 pandemic. More >>
Faster Access To Neurosurgery For South Islanders
Thursday, 7 August 2025, 2:04 pm | New Zealand Government
Between November 2023 and March 2025, the number of people waiting for neurosurgery in the South Island has fallen by 22 per cent, from 98 to 76. The number waiting longer than four months for surgery has dropped by 45 per cent, from 31 to 17. More >>
PM To Host Anthony Albanese In Queenstown
Thursday, 7 August 2025, 1:40 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister Albanese arrives in Queenstown on Saturday 9 August and departs on Sunday 10 August. More >>
Regulation Ministry To Tackle 30 Different Product Labelling Regulations
Thursday, 7 August 2025, 12:39 pm | New Zealand Government
"This Government is working with businesses, industry groups, and consumer advocates to identify pain points and gather input to shape the review’s terms of reference." More >>
NZ Assists Samoa In Dengue Outbreak Response
Wednesday, 6 August 2025, 2:56 pm | New Zealand Government
We stand ready to provide further support as requested by Samoa, Mr Peters says. Senior New Zealand public health officials are also in contact with their Samoa counterparts. More >>
PM Luxon Marks Milestone In NZ–PNG Relationship
Wednesday, 6 August 2025, 12:41 pm | New Zealand Government
“I talked with Prime Minister Marape and his Cabinet Ministers about the next 50 years of our partnership, increasing our engagement on issues of regional importance, and continuing to strengthen our proud legacy of supporting Papua New Guinea’s ... More >>
Speech To Building Nations 2025
Wednesday, 6 August 2025, 12:37 pm | New Zealand Government
"We also take advantage of our extraordinary natural competitive advantages – like cheap, renewable energy – to accelerate growth; increasing our standard of living and making all New Zealanders so much better off than we are today." More >>
Next Steps On Replacing Petrol Tax With Electronic Road User Charges
Wednesday, 6 August 2025, 12:29 pm | New Zealand Government
“The abolition of petrol tax, and the move towards all vehicles (whether they be petrol, diesel, electric or hybrid) paying for roads based on distance and weight, is the biggest change to how we fund our roading network in 50 years,” Mr Bishop ... More >>
