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Backing First Responders And Prison Officers
Sunday, 29 June 2025, 6:46 pm | New Zealand Government
“This builds on our sentencing reforms which came into affect today, and is another way we will denounce violence in New Zealand,” Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says. More >>
Backing First Responders And Prison Officers
Sunday, 29 June 2025, 6:46 pm | New Zealand Government
“This builds on our sentencing reforms which came into affect today, and is another way we will denounce violence in New Zealand,” Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says. More >>
Government Restores Real Consequences For Crime
Sunday, 29 June 2025, 5:58 am | New Zealand Government
This Government promised to restore real consequences for crime. That’s exactly what we’re delivering. It’s part of our plan to restore law and order, which we know is working, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says. More >>
New Digital Platform To Help Women Detect Breast Cancer Earlier
Saturday, 28 June 2025, 1:26 pm | New Zealand Government
The new system, which began rolling out in February, is now live nationwide. It introduces a more proactive approach to screening, with women now automatically identified when they become eligible and invited to book a mammogram – shifting from an opt-in ... More >>
New Caledonian Delegates To Learn About NZ Economy
Friday, 27 June 2025, 3:17 pm | New Zealand Government
The programme includes a meeting with Māori policymakers and engagement with a range of iwi on areas such as youth, tourism, services and private sector partnerships. More >>
New Diplomatic Appointments Announced
Friday, 27 June 2025, 3:09 pm | New Zealand Government
Foreign Minister Winston Peters has announced three new diplomatic appointments. More >>
Government Data Centre Officially Opened
Friday, 27 June 2025, 2:21 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) will operate the $326 million facility located at Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) Base Auckland (Whenuapai). More >>
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 >>
