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Police Commissioner’s Directive On Training Standards Welcomed

Friday, 13 June 2025, 2:58 pm | New Zealand Government

The review highlights an over-use of discretion being applied to admit people that do not meet a variety of standards to the Police College. There is no doubt in my mind that the priorities set by the previous government around recruiting contributed ... More >>

Supercharging Residential Solar Power Generation

Friday, 13 June 2025, 2:41 pm | New Zealand Government

Rooftop solar will play a crucial role in supporting energy security and reducing emissions. But our networks need to be able to better support the growing flow of electricity from consumers, while also dealing with growing demand for more electric ... More >>

Skilled Trades On Fast Tracked To Residence

Friday, 13 June 2025, 2:20 pm | New Zealand Government

From 18 August 2025, ten new trades occupations will be added to the Green List’s Work to Residence pathway. This requires a migrant to have worked in a relevant occupation in New Zealand for an Accredited Employer for two years before applying for residence. More >>

Successful Childhood Immunisation Programme Delivering Results

Friday, 13 June 2025, 1:29 pm | New Zealand Government

The Immunising our Tamariki programme focuses on reaching children and families who are yet to receive their immunisation through traditional pathways such as GP practices, particularly in communities with historically low immunisation rates. More >>

High Court Associate Judge Appointed

Friday, 13 June 2025, 1:28 pm | New Zealand Government

Attorney-General Judith Collins today announced the appointment of Liz Gellert as an Associate Judge of the High Court. Her appointment is effective from 21 July and she will sit in Auckland. More >>

Stronger Forestry Ties With India Driving Export Growth

Friday, 13 June 2025, 1:26 pm | New Zealand Government

The inbound visit, supported by industry partners, will showcase New Zealand’s world-class forestry systems and sustainable management practices. While the outbound mission will continue to open doors for deeper commercial and government partnerships. More >>

$33 Million Into More Classrooms For Central North Island Schools

Friday, 13 June 2025, 1:25 pm | New Zealand Government

Construction on these projects will begin over the next 12 months, which means schools, families, and communities can start experiencing the benefits as soon as possible,” Education Minister Erica Stanford says. More >>

Judicial Conduct Panel To Inquire Into Judge’s Conduct

Friday, 13 June 2025, 1:24 pm | New Zealand Government

Following an inquiry, the Panel will provide me with a report, including its opinion as to whether consideration of Judge Aitken’s removal is justified, says Paul Goldsmith, Acting Attorney-General. More >>

Prime Minister To Visit China And Europe

Friday, 13 June 2025, 1:21 pm | New Zealand Government

The visit will focus on growing trade, which was worth over $38 billion last year, as well as also look to strengthen education and tourism links and to maximise opportunities for New Zealand businesses. More >>

Government Backs Voluntary Nature Credits

Thursday, 12 June 2025, 4:06 pm | New Zealand Government

The development of a nature credit market is important to investors and New Zealand’s reputation. More >>

Backing New Zealand’s Native Forest Champions

Thursday, 12 June 2025, 1:47 pm | New Zealand Government

With 59 entries this year, the awards show what’s possible when innovation meets local knowledge — from farmers and lifestyle block owners to iwi and forestry companies. More >>

Operation Gallant Phoenix Deployment Extended

Thursday, 12 June 2025, 12:30 pm | New Zealand Government

“This operation is essential to our commitment to a safe and secure New Zealand,” Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters says. More >>

New And Improved Radiology Services For Auckland City Hospital

Thursday, 12 June 2025, 12:08 pm | New Zealand Government

The expansion, expected to be operational by early 2027, will significantly boost capacity for emergency stroke interventions and complex neuroradiology procedures – including specialist treatments for children from across the country. More >>

New Zealand Hits Digital Economy Milestone

Thursday, 12 June 2025, 9:05 am | New Zealand Government

The NZBN is a simple idea with a big impact. It gives each business a unique identifier that makes it easier to work with government, other businesses and suppliers – saving time, cutting duplication and reducing admin. More >>

New Zealand Food And Fibre Exports On Track To Break New Records

Thursday, 12 June 2025, 7:27 am | New Zealand Government

“The numbers speak for themselves, but the Government remains laser-focused on doubling the value of exports in 10 years, driving higher farm & forest gate returns, and backing the long-term capability, resilience, and health of rural New Zealand,” ... More >>

Elective Boost Delivers Over 9,500 Additional Procedures So Far

Thursday, 12 June 2025, 7:22 am | New Zealand Government

“This is what putting patients first looks like. We are focused on increasing delivery of elective treatments – across both public and private hospitals – to reduce wait times for Kiwis needing procedures like hip replacements or cataract surgery,” ... More >>