OSI archive

New Zealand Government

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Boosting the teacher workforce and investing in success

· March 2, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is announcing new initiatives to strengthen the teacher workforce, and new data shows supply is at its strongest in two decades, Education Minister Erica Stanford...

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New appointments to University of Otago Council

· March 2, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Universities Minister Dr Shane Reti has announced two new appointments to the University of Otago Council.  “Universities play a vital role in educating the workforce New...

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AI scribe now in every emergency department

· March 2, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Every emergency department in the country now has access to an artificial intelligence scribe tool, marking a major milestone in reducing administrative burden and freeing up...

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PSA nurses vote to accept settlement

· March 2, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has welcomed the successful ratification of two new collective agreements for members of the Public Service Association (PSA), covering Public Health Nurses...

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KiwiSaver adjustment to help rural workers

· March 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is removing the barriers that prevent many farm and other rural workers from using their KiwiSaver accounts to buy their first homes, Finance Minister...

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NZ Government Statement on Iran

· March 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand has consistently condemned Iran’s nuclear programme, its destabilising activities in the region and elsewhere, and its repression of its own people.  Iran has, for...

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Expanded NICU to support more babies in Christchurch

· February 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government A $13.9 million investment to upgrade and expand the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Christchurch Women’s Hospital will provide a significant boost to neonatal care services...

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Harwoods roundabout completed

· February 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Transport Minister Chris Bishop says a newly completed roundabout at the intersection of State Highway 5 (SH5) and State Highway 28–Harwoods Road east of Tīrau will...

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Better outcomes for New Zealanders on ACC

· February 27, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand’s Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) is delivering its strongest rehabilitation performance in over a decade and getting New Zealanders back to work and independence faster,...

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Commercial discipline pays off at KiwiRail

· February 27, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government KiwiRail continues to lift its performance in line with our long-term performance expectations, Rail Minister Winston Peters said today. “We make no apologies for bothering to...

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Flexi Fund opens for social & affordable housing

· February 27, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Applications have opened for the first round of the Government’s Flexible Fund, paving the way for up to 770 new social homes and affordable rentals for...

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Settlement reached for dietitians

· February 26, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister Matt Doocey has welcomed the ratification of a new collective agreement for dietitians employed by Health New Zealand, following a successful vote by...

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Parliamentary and business delegation to visit Latin America

· February 26, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters will lead a Parliamentary and business delegation to Latin America next week, highlighting the strategic importance of New Zealand’s ties with the region.   “This trip is a timely opportunity...

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Government receives final COVID Inquiry report

· February 26, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government welcomes the delivery of the final report from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into COVID-19 Lessons to the Governor-General this morning.   “I want to...

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Fewer victims of crime, more police on the beat

· February 26, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government A tough on crime approach and a near doubling of police foot patrols have driven a huge drop in the number of victims of violent crime...

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New Zealanders in Iran urged to leave as tensions rise

· February 26, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters announced travel bans on members of the Iranian regime involved in the violent suppression of protests. RNZ / Mark Papalii The Foreign...