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New Zealand Government

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Crackdown on underhand business practice

· November 17, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is ratcheting up penalties for misleading advertising and other breaches of fair trading law to deter underhand business practice. “Once the changes take effect,...

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US drops tariffs on $2b of NZ exports

· November 16, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand Trade Minister Todd McClay. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Tariffs have been removed from more than $2 billion worth of New Zealand’s exports to the United States,...

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New Wellington stroke pathway speeds up recovery

· November 15, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government A new stroke pathway at Wellington Regional Hospital is delivering faster rehabilitation and better outcomes for stroke patients, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Ensuring people receive...

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Climate Change Minister heads to COP30

· November 14, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Climate Change Minister Simon Watts will attend the 30th annual United Nations Climate Change Summit (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, next week. “New Zealand needs all countries...

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WorkSafe funding aligned for greater transparency

· November 14, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government With the Health and Safety reforms underway, a change has been made to how WorkSafe New Zealand’s funding is managed that adds increased accountability, Workplace Relations...

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Green light for Dunedin Tunnels Trail

· November 14, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing $2 million to extend the Dunedin Tunnels Trail and transform Dunedin into a premier cycling destination, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston...

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Sod turned on Whangārei Hospital car park extension

· November 14, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government A key milestone has been reached in the redevelopment of Whangārei Hospital, with the sod turning for a major on-grade car parking extension to enable construction...

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Great South tourism boost showcases Southern Way

· November 14, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Great South will receive $393,000 to launch a campaign putting the Southern Way and the region’s authentic hospitality firmly on the map for international visitors, Tourism...

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Uncorking the Classic NZ Wine Trail

· November 14, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government WellingtonNZ and partner regions have received a major tourism and hospitality boost, putting the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail firmly in the international spotlight. “I’m delighted...

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$1m compensation to oyster farmers a start

· November 13, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government A $1 million payment from Watercare to oyster farmers impacted by sewage contamination of Mahurangi Harbour is a welcome first step but more is needed, Parliamentary...

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Historic moment for Kiwis’ rights

· November 13, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Regulation Minister David Seymour welcomes the passing of the Regulatory Standards Bill into law.  “This is a historic moment for Kiwis’ rights. Politicians will no longer...

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New declaration strengthens bond with Niue

· November 13, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Niue Prime Minister Dalton Tagelagi met in Auckland today to agree a foundational Political Declaration, encapsulating the partnership between the two...

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Aussies lead the way in tourism growth

· November 13, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston has welcomed official stats out today showing continued growth in New Zealand’s overseas visitor numbers, with Australian tourists continuing to...

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New IP rules to boost research commercialisation

· November 13, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government A new national intellectual property (IP) policy will give New Zealand researchers more control over their inventions and greater opportunities to turn world-class ideas into commercial...

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Modernising road funding

· November 13, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has introduced the Land Transport (Revenue) Amendment Bill to Parliament, taking the next step towards a fairer, simpler, and more modern transport funding system....

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Government accepts banking recommendations

· November 13, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has accepted or partially accepted all the recommendations made by the Finance and Expenditure Committee’s inquiry into banking competition.   The inquiry examined the state...

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Tide turns in battle against Lake Wānaka weeds

· November 13, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government A more than two-decade-long campaign to reclaim Lake Wānaka from an invasive aquatic weed has reached a major victory, with 40 kilometres of shoreline now successfully...

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First sod turned on Hawke’s Bay Expressway

· November 13, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Construction has begun on the State Highway 2 Hawke’s Bay Expressway – one of the first new Roads of National Significance to reach the main works...

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More people to get faster access to support

· November 13, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Hundreds of extra young people, mums, and families across New Zealand will now get faster access to mental health support, following a boost of funding for...

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Easier and cheaper prescriptions for Kiwis

· November 12, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government From 1 February 2026, New Zealanders will be able to receive 12-month prescriptions for their medicines, delivering savings and greater convenience for people on long-term treatments,...

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Four new appointments to the TEC Board

· November 12, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Vocational Education Minister, Penny Simmonds, has announced four new member appointments to the Board of the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC).  “I am pleased to appoint and...