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Paul Henry Appointed To TVNZ Board
Friday, 27 June 2025, 12:00 pm | New Zealand Government
Broadcaster Paul Henry has a deep and passionate understanding of the sector and will enhance the board’s insight and strategic decision making, Media and Communications Minister Paul Goldsmith says. More >>
Driver Licencing Wait Times Shortest Yet
Friday, 27 June 2025, 11:56 am | New Zealand Government
National average wait times are now just four days for a full licence test and seven days for a restricted licence test, down from a peak of up to 90 days in some regions, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. More >>
Prevention Of Family And Sexual Violence Agency To Drop Informal Name, Expand Advisory Board Diversity
Friday, 27 June 2025, 11:07 am | New Zealand Government
“This decision reflects the reality that all people are potentially victims of Family Violence and Sexual Violence, as well as the wishes of disgruntled former advisory board members who have asked for the gifted Te Reo name to be returned,” ... More >>
Canterbury Granted Permanent Test Flight Airspace
Friday, 27 June 2025, 10:18 am | New Zealand Government
The Civil Aviation Authority’s (CAA) permanent special use airspace designation for Tāwhaki anchors Canterbury’s growing reputation as a national hub for space and advanced aviation innovation. More >>
New Mental Health Centre To Transform Care In The Wellington Region
Friday, 27 June 2025, 9:36 am | New Zealand Government
Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey said the purpose-built centre would help ensure New Zealanders in distress receive timely, appropriate care. More >>
PM Saddened By Passing Of Takutai Tarsh Kemp
Thursday, 26 June 2025, 10:03 am | New Zealand Government
On behalf of the Government, our thoughts are with her whānau, friends, colleagues, and the Tāmaki Makaurau community, Mr Luxon says. More >>
Supermarkets Warned About Unfair Practices
Thursday, 26 June 2025, 7:21 am | New Zealand Government
Unfair practices include customers being charged more at the checkout than the advertised price, specials being advertised that don’t represent a saving on the normal price, and multibuys that are more expensive than if the products are individually purchased. More >>
PM Wraps Up Europe Visit At NATO Summit
Thursday, 26 June 2025, 7:17 am | New Zealand Government
During the summit, Mr Luxon held one-on-one talks with a number of leaders and met with NATO alongside the other members of the Indo-Pacific Four – Australia, the Republic of Korea and Japan. More >>
Putting The Needs Of Sexual Violence Victims First
Thursday, 26 June 2025, 7:09 am | New Zealand Government
This Bill will ensure the courts cannot issue a permanent name suppression order for an adult convicted of a sexual offence, unless the victim agrees to it. More >>
NZ Law Change Restores Balance – Fairer Rules For Partial Strikes
Thursday, 26 June 2025, 7:01 am | New Zealand Government
The changes were needed to ensure a fairer bargaining process and minimise the disruption partial strikes have caused to public and customer services More >>
Strengthened Oversight Of Oranga Tamariki System
Wednesday, 25 June 2025, 7:57 pm | New Zealand Government
The changes will take effect from 1 August 2025, making it clear to children, young people and their families that the Monitor is independent and separate from government, and that the Children’s Commissioner will advocate effectively for all children ... More >>
Strengthened Oversight Of Oranga Tamariki System
Wednesday, 25 June 2025, 7:56 pm | New Zealand Government
The changes will take effect from 1 August 2025, making it clear to children, young people and their families that the Monitor is independent and separate from government, and that the Children’s Commissioner will advocate effectively for all children ... More >>
Invest New Zealand Legislation Passes
Wednesday, 25 June 2025, 4:30 pm | New Zealand Government
Invest New Zealand will have a clear commercial focus—working directly with global investors to unlock opportunities that create jobs, boost innovation, and lift our long-term productivity, Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay says. More >>
Going For Growth Around The City Rail Link
Wednesday, 25 June 2025, 1:12 pm | New Zealand Government
The Resource Management (Consenting and Other Matters) Amendment Bill currently requires Auckland to allow for greater density around the key stations of Maungawhau (Mount Eden), Kingsland, and Morningside. More >>
Legislation Passed To Secure The NZ Racing Industry Future
Wednesday, 25 June 2025, 12:52 pm | New Zealand Government
The Bill introduces regulation-making powers for harm minimisation and provides a regulatory backstop to ensure that consumer obligations are met. This provides flexibility to adapt to any future changes in the racing and sports betting environment. More >>
Speech At 2025 Looking Ahead Infrastructure Symposium: Building Common Ground
Wednesday, 25 June 2025, 12:07 pm | New Zealand Government
As Minister for Infrastructure, I hear regularly that – “what New Zealand needs is a long-term infrastructure plan that transcends political cycles”. I agree – a plan will give the private sector more certainty so that they can invest in people ... More >>
Minister Welcomes Launch Of Draft National Infrastructure Plan
Wednesday, 25 June 2025, 11:42 am | New Zealand Government
The Government is determined to improve New Zealand’s infrastructure system and to work alongside the industry and other political parties to establish a broad consensus about what needs to change. More >>
Minister Welcomes Launch Of Draft National Infrastructure Plan
Wednesday, 25 June 2025, 11:41 am | New Zealand Government
The Government is determined to improve New Zealand’s infrastructure system and to work alongside the industry and other political parties to establish a broad consensus about what needs to change. More >>
Fixing Double Dips For Boarder And Rent Payments
Wednesday, 25 June 2025, 11:24 am | New Zealand Government
Passed this morning, the Social Security (Mandatory Reviews) Amendment Bill introduces mandatory reviews of some specified benefits. These reviews will require MSD to check in and confirm a client’s eligibility and rate of benefit at least once a year. More >>
Farm-To-Forest Ban Passes First Reading
Wednesday, 25 June 2025, 11:17 am | New Zealand Government
“This Bill is about protecting our most valuable land that grows food for export and sustains rural communities,” Agriculture and Forestry Minister Todd McClay says. More >>
