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Fifth Year In A Row Of Equal Gender Representation On Public Sector Boards
Thursday, 5 June 2025, 10:19 am | New Zealand Government
Minister for Women Nicola Grigg is delighted to see that women’s representation in public sector governance remains strong, and that women also continue to be well-represented in Board chair positions – at 44.5 percent. More >>
New Zealand To Host Consultations On Bougainville At Burnham
Thursday, 5 June 2025, 10:14 am | New Zealand Government
The ‘Burnham Consultations’ will be held at Burnham Military Camp at the request of Sir Jerry Mateparae, as independent moderator. The discussions will be led by Sir Jerry and his United Nations team. More >>
Disability Taskforce Extended As Budget Funding Boosts System
Thursday, 5 June 2025, 10:08 am | New Zealand Government
Disability Support Services Taskforce was established to lead the implementation of these recommendations. That important work is progressing well, and I am now looking to the Taskforce to lead more work to further strengthen the system. More >>
New Waikeria Prison Facility Opens
Thursday, 5 June 2025, 10:07 am | New Zealand Government
As the prison population continues to increase, this new facility will help ensure Corrections has the right level of capacity and resources to keep its staff, people in prison, and the public safe. More >>
Courts Making Strong Gains On Timeliness
Thursday, 5 June 2025, 9:50 am | New Zealand Government
Delays in the justice system affect everyone, from victims and applicants to their families. The delays can erode confidence in the system. That’s why I’m pleased to say we’ve turned a corner, says Minister for Courts Nicole McKee. More >>
More Classrooms For Children With High Needs
Thursday, 5 June 2025, 9:38 am | New Zealand Government
$30 million through Budget 2025 will expand specialist school property across New Zealand. Investment will fund the construction of 18 new satellite classrooms at host schools nationwide and 5 additional classrooms at two base specialist schools, ... More >>
Fish & Game Reforms To Modernise Organisation
Thursday, 5 June 2025, 9:28 am | New Zealand Government
A stand-alone Fish & Game Act will be created, to better recognise the organisation’s contribution to helping New Zealanders hunt and fish, says Hunting and Fishing Minister James Meager. More >>
Investment To Grow Number Of Forensic Beds
Wednesday, 4 June 2025, 2:44 pm | New Zealand Government
Budget 2025 has reprioritised almost $51 million over four years to help those with acute mental health and addiction needs to access appropriate specialist forensic services in a timely manner. The investment will also support additional step-down ... More >>
Government To Protect And Enhance Milford Sound Piopiotahi
Wednesday, 4 June 2025, 12:52 pm | New Zealand Government
The first tranche of decisions from the Milford Opportunities Project, announced today, also provide certainty to operators by confirming that cruise ships will continue to access the fjord, and Milford Aerodrome will be retained. More >>
New Tools To Fight Retail Crime Welcomed
Wednesday, 4 June 2025, 9:26 am | New Zealand Government
“This is great news for businesses that are considering using the technology as a means to protect their livelihoods," said Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith. More >>
Protecting Families By Protecting Pets – A National Call To Action
Wednesday, 4 June 2025, 7:21 am | New Zealand Government
“Together, we can shine a light on this issue and bring about change. Let’s make sure no family member – two-legged or four-legged – is left behind in the journey to safety,” says Mrs Chhour. More >>
International Visitor Spending On The Up
Tuesday, 3 June 2025, 2:38 pm | New Zealand Government
International Visitor Survey results show for the year ending March 2025, international tourism contributed $12.2 billion to New Zealand’s economy, up 9.2 per cent compared to the previous year. More >>
Building Consent System Productivity On The Rise
Tuesday, 3 June 2025, 9:21 am | New Zealand Government
Latest data shows 92.7 percent of building consent applications and 96.8 percent of code compliance certificates were processed within the statutory timeframe in the first quarter of 2025. More >>
WorkSafe Makes Significant Shift To Rebalance Its Activities, Launches Road Cone Hotline
Tuesday, 3 June 2025, 6:42 am | New Zealand Government
The tipline will be complemented by a joint engagement programme by WorkSafe with NZTA and key industry stakeholders, educating those involved with temporary traffic management to adopt a risk-based approach. More >>
Top Sportspeople Recognised With Honours
Monday, 2 June 2025, 6:02 am | New Zealand Government
“My congratulations to all our sportspeople honoured this year. Your contributions continue to shape New Zealand’s sporting legacy and inspire us all,” says Sport and Recreation Minister, Mark Mitchell. More >>
King’s Birthday Honours Recognise Significant Contributions Of Māori
Monday, 2 June 2025, 5:59 am | New Zealand Government
“The impressive mahi of Māori recipients this year are too numerous to mention. They have been honoured for achievements across many fields – it is my privilege to recognise all of them today and to highlight just some examples,” Māori Development ... More >>
King’s Birthday Honours Recognises Contributions To Health
Monday, 2 June 2025, 5:56 am | New Zealand Government
“I thank all of the people receiving honours today for their contributions to research, clinical expertise, and innovation, along with their relentless focus on improving the health of New Zealanders,” Health Minister Simeon Brown says. More >>
King’s Birthday Honours Recognise Services To Education
Monday, 2 June 2025, 5:53 am | New Zealand Government
“New Zealand’s education system is world-leading. Dr Hood, Professor Spoonley and the other honourees have played an important part in achieving this. I thank them all for their incredible contribution and service to New Zealand,” Education ... More >>
Outstanding New Zealanders Honoured
Monday, 2 June 2025, 5:50 am | New Zealand Government
I am inordinately proud that twice every year, we can easily find dozens of outstanding citizens to honour this way, and I would like to thank all of the New Zealanders on this list for their service and achievements, says Prime Minister Christopher ... More >>
Focus On Unruly Tenants Brushes Up Behaviour
Sunday, 1 June 2025, 1:19 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government is taking an approach that ultimately benefits everyone involved, by reducing negative behaviour through formal warnings and following through with real consequences in the rare circumstances that behaviour doesn’t improve. More >>
