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Business Funding Now Easier To Find
Friday, 7 August 2026, 11:23 am | New Zealand Government
Hosted on business.govt.nz, the tool brings together 15 funding opportunities from seven government agencies into a single searchable place. More >>
Earlier Monetisation Of Chorus Debt To The Crown Supports Infrastructure Investment
Friday, 7 August 2026, 9:15 am | New Zealand Government
Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop says NZ has an infrastructure deficit, & every dollar of public investment needs to work as hard as possible to deliver the roads, homes, hospitals & schools that will improve living standards & grow the economy. More >>
New Rule To Slash Red Tape For Regional Airports
Friday, 7 August 2026, 7:31 am | New Zealand Government
“This rule strengthens our global safety reputation by aligning with international standards, while helping regional aviation & tourism grow by enabling a greater variety of aircraft to land safely in our provinces," says Mr James Meager. More >>
New Zealand To Welcome Viet Nam President
Thursday, 6 August 2026, 4:32 pm | New Zealand Government
New Zealand and Viet Nam last year marked 50 years of diplomatic relations by elevating the relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. More >>
Enhanced Citizens’ Arrest Powers Pass Into Law
Thursday, 6 August 2026, 4:08 pm | New Zealand Government
Retailers and security guards face abuse and assault that no New Zealander should be subjected to, and we know the economic cost of retail crime is in the billions. More >>
New Urgent Care Service For Rolleston
Thursday, 6 August 2026, 2:21 pm | New Zealand Government
"Urgent care supports patients with non-life-threatening injuries or medical problems not severe enough to require emergency department care, but who can't wait until the following day for medical attention," says Mr Simeon Brown. More >>
Promised Mental Health Strategy Launched
Thursday, 6 August 2026, 1:25 pm | New Zealand Government
“As New Zealand’s first Mental Health Minister, I am pleased to deliver the country’s first Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy under the Healthy Futures (Pae Ora) Act," says Mr Matt Doocey. More >>
James Miller Appointed FMA Chair
Thursday, 6 August 2026, 10:10 am | New Zealand Government
James Miller is one of this country's most respected directors, and for the best part of 12 years he has been making the case for a renaissance in New Zealand's capital markets, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. More >>
Minerals Royalty Regime Transparent, Broadly Fair
Thursday, 6 August 2026, 9:23 am | New Zealand Government
The report found that in 2025, around 97 per cent of mineral royalty revenue came from permits operating under legacy royalty regimes that pre-date the current framework introduced in 2013. More >>
All Aboard: City Rail Link Opens On 13 September
Thursday, 6 August 2026, 9:10 am | New Zealand Government
The CRL will fundamentally change the way Auckland's rail network operates, with faster journeys, more frequent services, and better connections across the city. More >>
New Subjects Bring Industry And The Classroom Closer Together
Thursday, 6 August 2026, 7:34 am | New Zealand Government
Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis says a growing economy means real opportunities for young New Zealanders, with good jobs, higher wages, and a future worth building here. More >>
Changes Expand Recognition For Kiwi Authors
Thursday, 6 August 2026, 7:28 am | New Zealand Government
Around170 additional authors are expected to be recognised under the scheme following the change. The changes also include a simple mechanism to remedy underpayments, where an author has been paid less than they should have been. More >>
Creating Rural Career Opportunities For At-Risk Youth
Wednesday, 5 August 2026, 3:43 pm | New Zealand Government
More than 50 young people at risk of disengaging from education will participate in workshops which equip them with the practical skills required to thrive in the rural workforce, Mr Meager says More >>
Rapid Review Of Ministry Of Justice
Wednesday, 5 August 2026, 3:01 pm | New Zealand Government
Business owners across New Zealand work their way through difficult employment matters every day. New Zealanders expect the Public Service to show the same level of practical management. More >>
Foreign Minister To Meet Pacific Counterparts
Wednesday, 5 August 2026, 2:23 pm | New Zealand Government
The Forum Foreign Ministers Meeting, which will take place on 7 August, prepares the ground for the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in Palau in early September. More >>
Pharmac Decision To Increase Access To Type 2 Diabetes Medicines
Wednesday, 5 August 2026, 11:31 am | New Zealand Government
“Improving access to medicines in New Zealand is important to patients and their families. That’s why it has been a focus for this Government,” Mr Seymour says. More >>
Jobs Data Shows Why Economic Growth Matters
Wednesday, 5 August 2026, 11:29 am | New Zealand Government
"April, May and June were difficult months for many employers. They faced real uncertainty and rising costs, and a lot of them made the hard call to hold off on hiring or expanding. Today's data, showing unemployment at 5.6 per cent, reflects that." More >>
New Specialist School To Fill Long-Standing Gap In Gisborne
Wednesday, 5 August 2026, 11:11 am | New Zealand Government
“We’ve listened to parents and the local community, and we know how important it is to provide local options for children with high and complex needs. These students deserve fit-for-purpose classrooms where they can learn and thrive,” says Stanford More >>
Service Dog IDs To Improve Disability Access
Wednesday, 5 August 2026, 11:01 am | New Zealand Government
“Service dogs –‘disability assist’ dogs in legislation - are trained working dogs which support disabled people to live independently and participate in everyday life,” Louise Upston says. More >>
Downtown Carpark Redevelopment Fast-Tracked
Wednesday, 5 August 2026, 10:54 am | New Zealand Government
“This project will see the demolition of the 7-storey Downtown Carpark at the western end of Auckland’s waterfront, followed by development of the site into an integrated mixed-use precinct,” says Mr Bishop. More >>
