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Environmental Reporting Act Amendment Bill Passes First Reading
Friday, 3 July 2026, 12:16 pm | New Zealand Government
“The Environmental Reporting Amendment Bill is an important part of our work to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of our environmental reporting system,” Ms Grigg says. More >>
Clarifying Climate Change Tort Law
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 5:21 pm | New Zealand Government
Our response to climate change is best managed by the Government at a national level and not through piece-meal litigation in the courts. More >>
Landmark Bill To Improve The Building System And Boost Growth
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 4:29 pm | New Zealand Government
The building system will move from joint and several liability to proportionate liability, ensuring parties are responsible only for their share of work. More >>
Foreign Minister To Visit Singapore And Japan
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 4:06 pm | New Zealand Government
New Zealand and Japan see the world in much the same way. In the increasingly contested and complex world, our work together is more important than ever, Mr Peters says. More >>
Nationwide Roll-Out Of Oral Language Programme To ECEs
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 3:00 pm | New Zealand Government
The programme gives early childhood teachers practical tools and coaching to strengthen children’s language through everyday interactions, play and conversation. More >>
New Administrator Of Tokelau Announced
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 2:33 pm | New Zealand Government
Tokelau is a non-self-governing territory within the Realm of New Zealand, and its people are New Zealand citizens. More >>
Backing Kiwi Veterans With Support Extension
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 12:43 pm | New Zealand Government
This Government values veterans for their service and contribution to New Zealand’s international efforts, and is committed to ensuring they are well supported both now and into the future. More >>
Government Books Reflect Improving Economy
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 11:52 am | New Zealand Government
The headline operating balance indicator, OBEGALx shows the deficit for the 11 months was $6.8 billion, $3 billion lower than forecast at the Budget, Nicola Willis says. More >>
Common-Sense Transport Rule Changes Confirmed
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 11:07 am | New Zealand Government
One of the strongest messages we heard was that allowing children to ride on footpaths only solves half the problem if the grown up riding with them still has to use the road. More >>
Building The Future Of Offshore Renewable Energy
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 7:33 am | New Zealand Government
The winds off the South Taranaki coast are on a par with those of the North Sea, the most productive offshore wind region in the world, and because they blow so steadily, offshore turbines are expected to run at higher capacity than turbines on land. More >>
Home Test Will Unlock Lower Bowel Screening Age
Wednesday, 1 July 2026, 3:27 pm | New Zealand Government
Health New Zealand expects the test to reduce colonoscopy referrals for people with bowel cancer symptoms by up to 30 per cent. More >>
Common-Sense Fix Eases Costs For Toy Importers
Wednesday, 1 July 2026, 12:38 pm | New Zealand Government
"When a parent buys a toy for their child, they should be able to trust that it is safe. That's the bottom line, and it isn't changing," Mr Brewer says. More >>
Road Cone Crackdown Gathers Pace
Wednesday, 1 July 2026, 11:07 am | New Zealand Government
“Too many councils still require contractors working on local roads to follow an outdated, overly-prescriptive Code of Practice for temporary traffic management,” Mr Bishop says. More >>
Major Milestone Reached For Local Water Done Well
Wednesday, 1 July 2026, 10:45 am | New Zealand Government
“The milestone highlights the steady progress of Local Water Done Well, with implementation now well underway across the country." More >>
Prime Minister’s Science Prizes Announced
Wednesday, 1 July 2026, 10:13 am | New Zealand Government
"From life-saving discovery to classroom innovation, these winners demonstrate the real-world impact of science & the importance of supporting our next generation of scientists & innovators," says Ms Penny Simmonds. More >>
Regulatory Standards Act Takes Effect, Board Ready For Work
Wednesday, 1 July 2026, 9:10 am | New Zealand Government
“Today is a historic day for Kiwis’ rights, because the Regulatory Standards Act and Board now protects them,” says Regulation Minister Mr David Seymour. More >>
Registration Of Stillborn Babies To Be Made Easier
Wednesday, 1 July 2026, 8:45 am | New Zealand Government
Through Whetūrangitia, parents can now register the birth of their stillborn baby, order a birth certificate, and access tailored information and support services. More >>
Off-peak Pricing To Make Power More Affordable
Wednesday, 1 July 2026, 8:38 am | New Zealand Government
“This will give more people the option of shifting some of their power usage to take advantage of cheaper rates where possible, making their power bills lower than they otherwise would have been," says Energy Minister Simeon Brown. More >>
Bill Passed To Tackle Antisocial Road Users
Wednesday, 1 July 2026, 6:57 am | New Zealand Government
“These changes mean convicted fleeing drivers, street racers & people participating in intimidating convoys can expect to lose their vehicles through destruction or forfeiture, unless limited exceptions apply,” says Transport Minister Mr Chris More >>
NZ Restaurants Serve MICHELIN Guide Success
Tuesday, 30 June 2026, 7:41 pm | New Zealand Government
“Our Government congratulates all the restaurants and individuals highlighted in the first MICHELIN Guide for New Zealand,” Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. More >>
