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Optimising land use to power rural productivity

· June 10, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government A thriving food and fibre sector depends on lifting productivity through greater flexibility, and the Government is backing that future, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Agriculture...

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Unlucky penguin scores own goal

· June 10, 2026

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  10 June 2026 A kororā scored an unfortunate own goal when it found itself entangled in a football net in a New Plymouth garden last...

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More work revealed to keep Kiwis’ money safe

· June 10, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Kiwis and businesses are getting a stronger line of defence against scammers, with the Anti-Scam Alliance releasing a raft of new initiatives to help protect people...

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Government welcomes new diesel storage

· June 8, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government News that work to recommission an additional 93 million litres of diesel storage capacity at Marsden Point in Northland is finished has been welcomed by the Government....

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Managed hunt a win for conservation, hunters and community

· June 5, 2026

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  05 June 2026 The New Zealand Deerstalkers Association (NZDA) organised the managed hunt on the tops of Nelson Lakes National Park’s Matakitaki Valley. Thirty-nine keen...

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Cheaper card payments for businesses proposed

· June 4, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government In a move that will save retailers around $40 million a year, the Commerce Commission has released a draft decision recommending the reduction of the fees...

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Workable lending laws delivered

· June 2, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Amendment Bill passed its third reading last week, delivering simpler, clearer, and more workable lending laws for New Zealanders, Commerce...

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More trades academy places for young people

· June 2, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government More young New Zealanders will have the opportunity to gain practical skills and industry experience while still at school, with the Government doubling the number of...

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Travel bans on extremist Israeli settlers

· June 2, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand is joining partners including Australia and the European Union in placing travel bans on three extremist Israeli settlers, Foreign Minister Winston Peters says. “These...

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Talks on Polynesian priorities in Samoa

· June 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters held talks with a range of Polynesian leaders in Samoa over the long weekend.  “It’s been an honour to attend Samoa’s Independence...

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First shipment of extra diesel reserve bound for NZ

· June 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The first of two shipments of New Zealand’s diesel reserve is now on its way to New Zealand, Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Associate Energy Minister...

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Brent Impey appointed chair of RNZ

· May 29, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Brent Impey has been appointed the new chair of Radio New Zealand, alongside Paula Browning and Richard Dellabarca as new governors, Minister for Media and Communications...

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Chlöe Swarbrick Budget speech 2026

· May 28, 2026

Source: Green Party Mr Speaker, the Greens want every New Zealander to feel proud of our country.  Not just for our history; for granting women the vote, standing against the...

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Budget 2026 leaves New Zealand with no plan

· May 28, 2026

Source: Green Party The Green Party says Budget 2026 leaves New Zealanders fending for themselves with no vision or plan for the country. “Everyday, New Zealanders feel the reality that...

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Government Super Fund contributions increase

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Government contributions to the New Zealand Superannuation Fund are forecast to total $3.1 billion over the next four years, $2.2 billion more than expected at the...

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Budget 2026: Securing New Zealand’s Future

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Mr Speaker,   I move that the Appropriation (2026/27 Estimates) Bill be now read a second time.   E ngā iwi o Te Ūpoko o te Ika.   E te Māngai, ngā Mema Pāremata o ngā rohe pōti me ngā Mema o ngā Rōpū Tōrangapū.   E te motu whānui.    Nei rā te mihi.   Anei te Tahua Rua Mano Rua Tekau mā Ono.    Kia ora...

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Surplus forecast reduces debt burden

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The earlier return to surplus forecast in this year’s Budget shows the benefits of disciplined economic management and a government taking its responsibilities seriously, Finance Minister...

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A responsible Budget to secure NZ’s future

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Budget 2026 is a responsible Budget that boosts funding for essential services and invests in the infrastructure New Zealand needs for the future without breaking the...

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Financial industry to bear the cost for regulation

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Budget 2026 introduces a new prudential levy on banks, non‑bank deposit takers, insurers, and other financial market participants to help cover the costs of services provided...

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Rail infrastructure fully funded

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has committed up to $1.075 billion to KiwiRail’s planned network investments between 2027-2030, alongside $106.9 million to continue critical metropolitan rail infrastructure renewals, Rail...

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Tax system being strengthened

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Budget 2026 introduces tax changes to strengthen New Zealand’s tax system, encourage investment and make it easier to comply with, Revenue Minister Simon Watts says. “The...

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SuperGold card being upgraded

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand’s seniors will soon be able to use their SuperGold cards as an official form of identification, making it easier for them to access essential...