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New Advanced Tech Institute Backs Science Sector

Friday, 18 July 2025, 9:13 am | New Zealand Government

Minister Reti says the new public research organisation, to be named the New Zealand Institute for Advanced Technology (NZIAT), will play a leading role in turning world-class science into commercial success. More >>

Canada To Honour Dairy Access Under CPTPP Dispute Agreement

Friday, 18 July 2025, 7:11 am | New Zealand Government

Under the agreement, Canada has committed to making commercially meaningful changes to the way it administers its dairy quotas under CPTPP, including faster and more efficient access to quotas for New Zealand exporters, reallocation of underused quotas, ... More >>

Job Seekers Move Into Work

Thursday, 17 July 2025, 10:36 am | New Zealand Government

Despite challenging economic conditions, the Government has been relentlessly focused on getting New Zealanders into work, Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston says. More >>

Speech To The 2025 LGNZ Conference - Delivering For Ratepayers Together

Thursday, 17 July 2025, 10:24 am | New Zealand Government

Benchmarking will show ratepayers how the performance of their own council compares with others, in terms of rates, debt, and spending. Some healthy competition between councils is long overdue. More >>

Pacific Trade Ministers To Meet In Fiji

Thursday, 17 July 2025, 9:15 am | New Zealand Government

The Pacific Island Forum’s (PIF) biennial Trade Ministers Meeting will be held in Suva on 18 July. It is a key regional event, bringing together Pacific trade ministers to discuss and shape the future of trade and economic integration. More >>

New Zealand And Malaysia Commit To Boosting Halal Meat Trade

Wednesday, 16 July 2025, 5:27 pm | New Zealand Government

Minister for Food Safety Andrew Hoggard says, “Malaysia is a significant market for New Zealand’s premium halal meat products, with exports of more than $60 million last year.” More >>

SH76 Brougham Street Construction Begins

Wednesday, 16 July 2025, 2:59 pm | New Zealand Government

SH76 Brougham Street is one of Christchurch’s busiest streets. It carries more than 45,000 vehicles per day, and it also serves as the main freight route to the South Island’s largest port at Lyttelton. More >>

Government Calls Time On Open-Plan Classrooms

Wednesday, 16 July 2025, 2:15 pm | New Zealand Government

The Government has not designed and built open plan classes since being in office other than classrooms that have been specifically requested. More >>

Government Welcomes First Medical Conferences Following Rule Change

Wednesday, 16 July 2025, 1:38 pm | New Zealand Government

ANZCA is expected to attract 1500 delegates from around the world and inject more than $3 million into the local economy. RANZCO’s Annual Scientific Congress is expected to attract 1800 delegates in November and contribute more than $2 million ... More >>

Speech To The 2025 LGNZ Conference

Wednesday, 16 July 2025, 12:56 pm | New Zealand Government

Hon Chris Bishop Minister Responsible for RMA Reform Good morning. It’s great to be here in Christchurch. Can I acknowledge Sam and Susan for having me here and to all of you for the important work you do around the country. Can I also acknowledge ... More >>

Government To Stop Council Plan Changes

Wednesday, 16 July 2025, 12:33 pm | New Zealand Government

Councils will be required to withdraw plan reviews and changes that have not started hearings as soon as possible and within 90 days of the law coming into effect. More >>

Getting More Kiwis Into Jobs

Wednesday, 16 July 2025, 11:13 am | New Zealand Government

Minister Upston has welcomed an updated Ministry of Social Development employment investment strategy which runs through to June 2028, describing it as overdue. More >>

Government Announces $600,000 Support Package For Flood-Affected Farmers, Growers And Foresters

Wednesday, 16 July 2025, 10:28 am | New Zealand Government

Agriculture and Forestry Minister Todd McClay speaking during a visit to the Tasman District today announced an additional $600,000 in Government and industry support, bringing the total Government financial contribution for the affected primary sector ... More >>

Electricity Sector Changes Create More Ways To Save

Wednesday, 16 July 2025, 9:28 am | New Zealand Government

New Zealand needs more electricity generation to power our economy, and Kiwis rightly expect abundant and affordable energy, which this government is taking action to deliver. More >>

More International Doctors To Be Fast-Tracked

Wednesday, 16 July 2025, 8:14 am | New Zealand Government

New Zealand is in an international contest to train, attract, and retain skilled medical professionals. The addition of Chile, Luxembourg, and Croatia to the list of Comparable Health Systems will make it easier for qualified doctors from these ... More >>

Employment Relations Amendment Bill Passes First Reading

Tuesday, 15 July 2025, 5:08 pm | New Zealand Government

“This Bill reflects the Government’s commitment to supporting New Zealand businesses and creating more and better opportunities for workers.” More >>

Online Casino Gambling Bill Passes First Reading

Tuesday, 15 July 2025, 4:15 pm | New Zealand Government

“My intention with this Bill is to ensure that online gambling is safer for New Zealanders who wish to gamble online to do so. In addition, that companies providing this service contribute to tax revenue and funding the services that treat gambling ... More >>