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$96m to further increase elective surgery rates

Thursday, 26 May 2016, 2:07 pm | New Zealand Government

An extra $96 million over four years will ensure more New Zealanders get the surgery they need, Health Minister Dr Jonathan Coleman says. More >>

$652.1m Social Investment for vulnerable NZers

Thursday, 26 May 2016, 2:06 pm | New Zealand Government

Budget 2016’s Social Investment package will help the most at-risk New Zealanders lead better lives by intervening early and investing in public services tailored to their circumstances, Finance Minister Bill English says. More >>

Budget supports growing economy

Thursday, 26 May 2016, 2:04 pm | New Zealand Government

Budget 2016 will see record investment in health and education and more support for businesses to create jobs on the back of a growing economy, Prime Minister John Key says. More >>

Investing in a growing economy

Thursday, 26 May 2016, 2:03 pm | New Zealand Government

Budget 2016 invests in a growing economy with significant new funding for innovation, infrastructure, the health sector and the most vulnerable New Zealanders while still managing the finances tightly and repaying debt, Finance Minister Bill English says. More >>

Housing momentum to be maintained

Thursday, 26 May 2016, 10:52 am | New Zealand Government

The Government’s building programme remains on track and there will be a smooth transition from Special Housing Areas (SHAs) to Auckland’s Unitary Plan, Building and Housing Minister Dr Nick Smith says. More >>

Criminals hit by billion-dollar hole in pocket

Wednesday, 25 May 2016, 4:23 pm | New Zealand Government

Minister of Police 25 May 2016 Media Statement Criminals hit by billion-dollar hole in pocket More >>

Two Treaty settlement bills pass first reading

Wednesday, 25 May 2016, 1:57 pm | New Zealand Government

Minister for Treaty of Waitangi Negotiations 25 May 2016 Media Statement Two Treaty settlement bills pass first reading More >>

Whanganui River Claims Settlement Bill First Reading

Wednesday, 25 May 2016, 1:47 pm | New Zealand Government

25 May 2016 Media Statement Te Awa Tupua (Whanganui River Claims Settlement Bill) First Reading More >>

Successful first step in building new disability strategy

Wednesday, 25 May 2016, 12:37 pm | New Zealand Government

Disability Issues Minister Nicky Wagner says the first round of consultation on the development of a new disability strategy for New Zealand has been a great success. More >>

Rebuild Can Begin:Ngāti Hineuru and Ngāi Te Rangi/Ngā Pōtiki

Wednesday, 25 May 2016, 12:34 pm | New Zealand Government

25 May 2016 Media Statement Rebuild Can Begin for Ngāti Hineuru and Ngāi Te Rangi/Ngā Pōtiki More >>

New tenancy laws a step closer

Wednesday, 25 May 2016, 9:21 am | New Zealand Government

Changes to New Zealand’s tenancy laws requiring all tenanted properties to have smoke alarms and to be insulated passed unanimously through the committee stages of Parliament today. More >>

New international cooperation on animal diseases

Tuesday, 24 May 2016, 3:41 pm | New Zealand Government

The Government has signed three new agreements to work closely with and support other countries in the event of animal disease outbreaks, Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy has announced today. More >>

Small businesses key players across all industries

Tuesday, 24 May 2016, 11:34 am | New Zealand Government

Small Business Minister Craig Foss today released the latest Small Businesses in New Zealand factsheet , giving a detailed snapshot of how small businesses in New Zealand are making an impact across all industries. More >>

26 extra hotels needed

Tuesday, 24 May 2016, 11:14 am | New Zealand Government

It is estimated a total of 26 additional hotels, above and beyond what is currently planned, will be needed over the next ten years to meet expected tourism demand in our major tourist centres, according to new independent research released today by ... More >>