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Prime Minister to host Tuvalu counterpart
Source: New Zealand Government Tuvalu Prime Minister Feleti Teo will visit New Zealand this week, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has announced. “We share a warm and close partnership with Tuvalu,...
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Charging ahead: 2,500+ EV chargers on the way
Source: New Zealand Government The number of electric vehicle (EV) public chargers around New Zealand will more than double thanks to $52.7 million in zero-interest loans from the Government and...
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Fitch outlook reaffirms case for fiscal discipline
Source: New Zealand Government Global economic volatility makes the Government’s programme of fiscal consolidation more important than ever, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. “Fitch Rating’s decision to place New Zealand’s...
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Government orders review of Dog Control Act
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has ordered a comprehensive review of the Dog Control Act to crack down on roaming and uncontrolled dogs, following a number of horrific attacks....
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New features coming to Govt.nz App
Source: New Zealand Government Significant new features will soon roll out on the Govt.nz app, Digitising Government and Public Service Minister Judith Collins says. “The Govt.nz App will provide New Zealanders with easy access...
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Last chance to save globally rare plants from rabbits
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 20 March 2026 It’s part of a wider goal to have a pest free Kaitorete Spit which is internationally recognised for its ecological value and...
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Counties Manukau youth to get faster support
Source: New Zealand Government A new dedicated child mental health service in Counties Manukau was officially opened today by Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey, marking an important step in ensuring...
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Takitimu North Link Stage 2 Fast-tracked
Source: New Zealand Government A major transport upgrade for the Western Bay of Plenty has received Fast-track approval, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop says. NZTA lodged its application in August 2025...
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Charter school students attended more than state students in 2025
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour says baseline attendance data for charter schools shows they’re off to good start, but there is more work to be done. ...
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Waihoehoe Road Upgrade driving forward
Source: New Zealand Government Main construction is getting underway on the Waihoehoe Road Upgrade, helping to build the future of Auckland’s transport system Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “This marks...
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GDP data shows a growing economy
Source: New Zealand Government Economic data released today confirms the economy was growing at the end of last year, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. Stats NZ figures released today show...
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Ban on retaining reef fish bycatch remains
Source: New Zealand Government A proposal to allow certain reef fish species taken as bycatch in the fishery in the north of the North Island to be retained and sold...
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Rural Wellbeing Fund backs 18 initiatives
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is backing rural New Zealand by supporting 18 community-based initiatives through its Rural Wellbeing Fund, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay and Mental Health Minister Matt...
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Masterton aerodrome reaches new heights
Source: New Zealand Government Upgraded airfield infrastructure of Masterton’s Hood Aerodrome improves safety and supports the strengthening of the region’s economy, thanks to a $10 million government grant, says Associate...
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Final data shows Term 4 attendance continues to rise
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour welcomes final Term 4 attendance data, which shows attendance rates were higher than any Term 4 since 2022. Daily attendance data also...
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Call for proposals to restore the historic Chateau Tongariro
Source: New Zealand Government Proposals are being sought from experienced operators to restore and operate the historic Chateau Tongariro and its associated buildings, Conservation Minister Tama Potaka says. Located in...
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Innovation Fund delivers increased access
Source: New Zealand Government Round Three of the successful Mental Health and Addiction Innovation Fund has been announced with changes that aim to increase access to support across New Zealand,...
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New Zealand playing its part in global oil response
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand will release oil tickets to fulfil its commitment to the International Energy Agency’s collective action in response to the oil supply issues created by...
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Prime minister retreats to safe law and order ground in Pacific
Source: Radio New Zealand Christopher Luxon speaks at Tonga’s police headquarters, announcing further support for the Pacific Detector Dog programme. Giles Dexter / RNZ Analysis: When stuck in a bind,...
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Education delegation heads to Australia for maths engagements
Source: New Zealand Government Education Minister Erica Stanford is heading to Australia with an education delegation of 15 principals and deputy principals to attend the Maths Fact Fluency Masterclass and Explicit Mathematics...
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New Zealand & Ireland collaborate on farm emissions
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand’s Agriculture Minister Todd McClay and Ireland’s Minister of State Noel Grealish have signed a joint ministerial statement for advancing their partnership on agricultural climate...
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McClay to lead cross-party delegation to WTO negotiation
Source: New Zealand Government Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay travels to Cameroon this weekend for the 14th Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization (WTO), where he will again...
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Ara hub celebrates 10 years of airport jobs
Source: New Zealand Government Minister of Social Development and Employment Louise Upston is marking 10 years of the Ara Jobs and Skills Hub, which trains and connects people to jobs...
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Government introduces legislation to reaffirm Police tools to prevent, disrupt, and address crime
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has introduced a Bill to amend the Policing Act 2008, reaffirming Police’s ability to record images and sounds in public places, and some private...
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Waikato Steel Manufacturing Project Fast-tracked
Source: New Zealand Government A structural steel manufacturing plant that will help build the future of New Zealand’s infrastructure has been approved through Fast-track. National Green Steel Limited lodged its...
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Genomic trial brings testing home for Kiwis with cancer and rare disorders
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealanders with cancer and rare disorders will benefit from faster, locally delivered genomic testing through a new clinical pilot being launched by Health New Zealand,...
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Fuel stocks remain healthy, monitoring steps up
Source: New Zealand Government The latest data on fuel stocks shows New Zealand continues to hold healthy levels of petrol, diesel and jet fuel, Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Associate...