Social Wellbeing Agency replaces Social Investment Agency with new approach
Source: New Zealand Government
The Minister for Social Development Carmel Sepuloni today announced a new approach that continues to broaden the Government’s social sector focus...
Taskforce ready to tackle tourism challenges
Source: New Zealand Government
The membership of the Tourism Futures Taskforce has now been confirmed, Tourism Minister Kelvin Davis announced at an event at Whakarewarewa...
Vaping legislation passes
Source: New Zealand Government
Landmark legislation passed today puts New Zealand on track to saving thousands of lives and having a smokefree generation sooner rather...
Government remains committed to Women’s Cricket World Cup
Source: New Zealand Government
The Government has re-affirmed its commitment to supporting the hosting of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, which the ICC has...
Submission period for whitebait consultation extended
Source: New Zealand Government
Conservation Minister Eugenie Sage has extended the date for people to have their say on proposed changes to improve management of...
Getting infrastructure for housing underway
Source: New Zealand Government
Eight shovel-ready projects within Kāinga Ora large-scale developments, and the Unitec residential development in Auckland have been given the go-ahead, Minister...
Mature Workers Toolkit launched on business.govt.nz
Source: New Zealand Government
Employment Minister Willie Jackson welcomes an initiative that assists employers to get mature workers into New Zealand small businesses.
The disadvantages that...
Crown accounts in good shape to counter global challenges
Source: New Zealand Government
The Government’s books are in a strong position to withstand global headwinds, with the accounts in surplus and expenses close to...
Government drives low-emissions transport momentum
Source: New Zealand Government
Up to 110 new EV chargers nationwide in cities and regions
50 electric vehicles for ride-sharing
The Government is helping deliver more infrastructure...
Better protection against late payments
Source: New Zealand Government
New legislation is being proposed which aims to reduce the stress and financial hardship caused by late payments to small businesses.
The...
Unemployment drop shows Govt plan to protect jobs and support businesses is working
Source: New Zealand Government
Today’s unemployment data shows the Government’s plan to protect jobs and cushion the blow for businesses and households against the economic...
Government investment to boost Auckland’s community recycling network
Source: New Zealand Government
As part of a broader plan to divert waste from landfill, the Government today announced $10.67 million for new infrastructure as...
