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Increasing probate threshold for families
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has agreed to increase the probate threshold from $15,000 to $40,000 to save families time and money when accessing assets of deceased loved ones,...
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Crown Minerals Amendment Bill a Step in the Right Direction
Source: Energy Resources Aotearoa Energy Resources Aotearoa welcomes the passage of the Crown Minerals Amendment Bill into law, describing it as an important contribution to restoring investment confidence and strengthening New...
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Mining positivity internationally recognised
Source: New Zealand Minerals Council Today’s passing of the Crown Minerals Amendment Act is the cherry on top of a great week for mining, says New Zealand Minerals Council chief executive...
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Federated Farmers back Government health & safety review
Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers is backing moves to review health and safety rules for farmers, saying it’s unfortunate some seem to have completely misunderstood the Minister’s announcement. “Taking a closer...
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NZ reaffirms strong ties with Solomon Islands
Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Foreign Minister Winston Peters met with Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele in Wellington today, reaffirming New Zealand’s close ties to...
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Public service to get back to basics, deliver value
Source: New Zealand Government Legislation to overhaul the public service so it focuses on getting back to basics and delivering value for money to taxpayers has passed its first reading,...
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NZ reopens for petroleum exploration
Source: New Zealand Government Operators will be able to apply for new petroleum exploration permits as early as September following the third reading of the Crown Minerals Amendment Bill, Resources...
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Abel Tasman Coastal Track fully reopen
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 31 July 2025 The popular Great Walk in the Abel Tasman National Park had been temporarily closed from Mārahau to Anchorage due to the damage....
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Ministers welcome new FBI office in Wellington
Source: New Zealand Government The FBI’s upgrade of its Wellington office demonstrates the strength of the Five Eyes partnership and enhances the safety and security of New Zealanders, the Minister...
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Have your say on the proposal for a second toll point for Tauranga Eastern Link Toll Road
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency What do you think of the proposal to add a second toll point on the State Highway 2 (SH2) Tauranga Eastern Link Toll Road? NZ...
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Victory for vintage vehicles and private motorhomes
Source: New Zealand Government From 1 September, commonsense changes will see vintage light vehicles and private heavy motorhomes moving to annual vehicle inspections rather than six-monthly, Transport Minister Chris Bishop...
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Pharmac expands access to meningococcal B vaccine for children under 5
Source: PHARMAC Pharmac is extending access to the meningococcal B vaccine (Bexsero), with up to 77,000 more children able to benefit. From 1 September 2025, all children under five years...
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Legislation – New low from Govt in Public Service Act changes aimed at ending long term planning, diversity and inclusion and pay equity – PSA
Source: PSA The Government’s proposed changes to the Public Service Act, to be debated in Parliament today, aim to strip away key provisions that ensure fairness, equality and long-term planning in...
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Reform of import health systems begins
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is taking decisive steps to modernise New Zealand’s import health system, with a new programme aimed at significantly reducing the time it takes to...
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Pharmac makes annual tender decisions
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour welcomes Pharmac’s decision to reduce the cost of some funded medicines to free up money for new medicines. “For many New...
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ECE reform gives the sector rights and the regulator purpose
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour has introduced new legislation to set out the purpose of regulating early childhood education (ECE) and put the Education Review Office (ERO)...
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19 funded medicines to change brands following community consultation
Source: PHARMAC Pharmac has awarded contracts to a range of suppliers following its annual tender process, which will mean 19 medicines will be changing brands in the coming months. The...
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Health – College of GPs Workforce Survey shows optimistic changes, but still more to be done to address core challenges for the future
Source: Royal NZ College of General Practitioners As the healthcare landscape shifts to meet the changing needs of patient populations, understanding the broader context and the importance of the general practice...
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HRC struggles to rustle up ‘Conversion Therapy’ complaints
Source: Family First MEDIA RELEASE – 30 July 2025 The $2.25m taxpayer-funded complaints centre set up by the Human Rights Commission for receiving complaints about ‘conversion therapy’ has struggled to...
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Health – Frozen Nuts, Warm Hearts: The Cold Kahuna Rides Again for a Cause That Counts
Source: Testicular Cancer NZ It takes a special kind of human to grab a small bike (125cc or less), load up with a tent, pop on as many layers as possible...
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Applications open for 2026 On Farm Support Science Scholarships | NZ Government
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries A scholarship programme run by the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has started producing the next generation of on-farm advisers to support farmers and...
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Stronger accountability for your rates
Source: New Zealand Government Key metrics published today show how much councils are spending and what they are spending it on, which has a direct impact on your rates, Local...
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Strengthening sustainable tourism at iconic sites
Source: New Zealand Government A $17.5 million investment into strengthening sustainable tourism at some of the country’s most popular natural attractions will support jobs and incomes for regional economies, Conservation...
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Heritage tourism boost to support local economies
Source: New Zealand Government A $4.5 million investment to develop tourism at places with unique cultural heritage will help create jobs and boost incomes in rural economies, Conservation Minister Tama...
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Killing weeds and wildings for economic growth
Source: New Zealand Government Tourism and rural businesses will benefit from Government action to eradicate invasive weeds from popular landscapes including progressing the development of world-leading early detection technology, Conservation...
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World Ranger Day 2025: selfie-style |
Source: NZ Department of Conservation It’s World Ranger Day! Time to celebrate our crews doing their best to protect nature in Aotearoa. This is a window into conservation field work:...
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Maternal mental health boost for four regions
Source: New Zealand Government More women and families in need of specialist mental health support during and after pregnancy will soon have better access to care, with new investment being...