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Cross-Government Plan To Deliver Stronger Data
Thursday, 27 August 2026, 1:56 pm | New Zealand Government
The implementation of the Plan is underway, with agencies working alongside Stats NZ to deliver agreed improvements over the next three years. More >>
Kaitaia Crisis Recovery Café Opens
Thursday, 27 August 2026, 12:43 pm | New Zealand Government
The Community Wellness Café – Te Whare Tau will be delivered by Rakau Ora, an organisation that already has strong relationships and a trusted presence in the Kaitaia community. More >>
NZ Post Delivers Improved Profit
Thursday, 27 August 2026, 11:24 am | New Zealand Government
NZ Post will return a $12.5m dividend to the Crown reflecting Shareholding Ministers’ expectations for appropriate capital returns. More >>
Minerals Permit Backlog Cleared
Thursday, 27 August 2026, 10:13 am | New Zealand Government
Interest in New Zealand's minerals sector has continued to grow, with application volumes reaching record levels and NZP&M delivering a record number of permitting outcomes. More >>
Putting Wine Waste To Work
Thursday, 27 August 2026, 9:39 am | New Zealand Government
“Marlborough produces large volumes of winery lees – the organic residue from winemaking. Traditional disposal pathways are becoming more constrained and costly,” Agriculture Minister Todd McClay says. More >>
Gender Pay Gap Stays Near Record Low
Wednesday, 26 August 2026, 7:32 pm | New Zealand Government
As a Government we’re focused on closing the pay gap and supporting women to advance, Minister for Women Nicola Grigg says. More >>
Over 260,000 Young Children Eligible For Funded Flu Vaccines From 2027
Wednesday, 26 August 2026, 2:38 pm | New Zealand Government
Winter is a challenging period for many Kiwis. Strong flu strains in recent years have made it much more difficult, Mr Seymour says. More >>
Government To Cap Rates
Tuesday, 25 August 2026, 12:41 pm | New Zealand Government
“Under this legislation, councils will be required to keep annual rates increases within an initial target range of 2%-4%, putting a brake on excessive increases and giving ratepayers greater certainty," says Local Government Minister Simon Watts. More >>
Goats And Deer In The Sights Of $9.7m IVL Funding
Tuesday, 25 August 2026, 10:44 am | New Zealand Government
The funding, from the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL), enables targeted wild goat and deer management in nationally significant conservation areas. More >>
New Petroleum Application Targets Pegasus Basin
Tuesday, 25 August 2026, 10:14 am | New Zealand Government
Applications will be assessed in accordance with the Minerals Programme for Petroleum 2025 and the requirements of the Crown Minerals Act. More >>
Consultation Launched On Illustrative National Policy Direction
Tuesday, 25 August 2026, 9:48 am | New Zealand Government
“NPD is what translates the goals of the Planning and Natural Environment Bills into clear directives on national priorities and identifies how key system conflicts should be resolved,” RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop says. More >>
Strong Candidates Appointed To Inaugural Firearms Licensing Review Committee
Tuesday, 25 August 2026, 8:39 am | New Zealand Government
“The new Arms Act is about restoring trust and confidence in firearms regulation for both licensed firearms owners and the wider public,” says Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee. More >>
Government Moves To Ban U16s From Social Media
Monday, 24 August 2026, 3:47 pm | New Zealand Government
Education Minister Erica Stanford says the Bill brings New Zealand into line with other countries around the world that are placing greater responsibility on technology companies to protect children online. More >>
Five Country Ministers Meet On Security Challenges
Monday, 24 August 2026, 3:10 pm | New Zealand Government
“The Five Country Ministerial meeting brings together New Zealand, Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States to discuss shared national security challenges and how we can work together to address them,” Mr Mitchell says. More >>
Feedback Sought On Whangārei Harbour Scallops
Monday, 24 August 2026, 11:17 am | New Zealand Government
“The new survey confirms some scallop beds in parts of the harbour have good numbers of scallops that could sustainably support limited recreational harvest, so now is a good time to get the community’s views on next steps,” says Mr Shane Jones. More >>
Minister To Represent NZ At APEC Food Security Meeting
Monday, 24 August 2026, 11:13 am | New Zealand Government
“New Zealand’s presence at the FSMM will reinforce our support for open, rules-based trade and resilient food systems to support access to safe and nutritious food,” says Food Safety Minister Andrew Hoggard. More >>
No New Taxes Under National
Sunday, 23 August 2026, 4:57 pm | New Zealand Government
Nicola Willis says National can continue to invest in the frontline public services that New Zealanders rely on every day without introducing new taxes on Kiwis. More >>
Fast-Track Application Lodged For Dry Dock
Saturday, 22 August 2026, 11:58 am | New Zealand Government
It is intended the facility will be capable of servicing New Zealand’s largest current and planned vessels, including naval ships and major commercial vessels such as inter-island ferries. More >>
New Zealand Institute For Advanced Technology Launches In Auckland
Friday, 21 August 2026, 2:10 pm | New Zealand Government
NZIAT is New Zealand's fourth Public Research Organisation, set up to accelerate the development and commercialisation of advanced technologies such as AI, quantum technologies and advanced materials. More >>
Government To Retain Clean Vehicle Standard
Friday, 21 August 2026, 2:02 pm | New Zealand Government
“At that time, the Government made critical short-term changes to ease pressure on importers and keep cars affordable for New Zealand families and businesses. We also committed to complete a full first-principles review of the Standard." More >>
