OSI archive

New Zealand Government

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Simpson to visit Australia

· October 28, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Scott Simpson will today travel to Canberra and Sydney to strengthen New Zealand’s trans-Tasman partnerships and share insights on regulatory approaches,...

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AI scribe to speed up emergency care for patients

· October 27, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government An artificial intelligence (AI) scribe tool will be rolled out to 1000 doctors and frontline staff working in emergency departments across the country, Health Minister Simeon...

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Government support for Clutha and Southland communities

· October 27, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is making a contribution of $150,000 to help communities in Clutha and Southland impacted by the Labour Weekend severe weather, Minister for Emergency Management...

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Deep geothermal project experts announced

· October 26, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Stanford University earth science and engineering expert Professor Roland N Horne will chair the international review panel for New Zealand’s pioneering supercritical geothermal exploration project, Resources...

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The importance of geothermal energy in New Zealand

· October 26, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Kia ora koutou, and warm greetings from New Zealand. It’s an honour to be here in Reno, Nevada, speaking as New Zealand’s Minister for Resources and...

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No more red tape for garden sheds and garages

· October 25, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Changes have now come into effect which mean homeowners building garden sheds, sleepouts, or garages face less red tape and fewer delays, Regulation Minister David Seymour...

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Improved dialysis services for West and North Auckland

· October 25, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Dialysis patients in West Auckland and on the North Shore will benefit from improved access to life-saving treatment, with the installation of 35 upgraded dialysis machines...

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Speech to European Union-New Zealand Business Summit

· October 25, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Ladies and Gentlemen, distinguished guests, representatives from across the European Union and New Zealand – good morning and welcome to Auckland. Can I begin by acknowledging...

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Universities Minister to promote NZ education in China

· October 24, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Universities and Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti will travel to Beijing this month to promote New Zealand’s high-quality education offering at the China...

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Whakatāne crisis recovery café gets boost

· October 24, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey announced on the final stop of the Rural Health Roadshow that Whakatāne’s Resilience Café, the town’s local crisis recovery café,...

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Oxford Union Debate

· October 24, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government [Speech delivered in the Oxford Union debate in the affirmative of the proposition ‘This House Believes That the Courts Now Undermine Democracy’.  NB the speech content...

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State of local emergency declared for Southland Region

· October 24, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery Mark Mitchell declared a state of local emergency for the Southland Region at 9am this morning. “A state of...

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Government funds more helicopter replacements

· October 24, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing in seven more emergency helicopters to replace some of New Zealand’s ageing air ambulance fleet, Associate Health Minister Casey Costello announced today. ...

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PM to visit Malaysia and Republic of Korea

· October 23, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon will travel to Malaysia and to the Republic of Korea from Sunday for high-level talks aimed at strengthening New Zealand’s ties across the...

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EU Trade Commissioner to visit New Zealand

· October 23, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government European Union Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič will visit New Zealand this week to participate in the European Union-New Zealand Business Summit and first NZ-EU Trade Committee...

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Civil disputes to become quicker and cheaper

· October 23, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The financial jurisdiction of the Disputes Tribunal will soon double, making civil cases quicker and more affordable for thousands of New Zealanders, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith...

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KiwiNet Research Commercialisation Awards 2025

· October 23, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Good evening It’s a pleasure to be here tonight to celebrate the 13th annual KiwiNet Research Commercialisation Awards. Thank you to Dr James Hutchinson and KiwiNet...

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Eulogy for Jim Bolger

· October 23, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government We are gathered to give thanks for the life of Jim Bolger, but, first, I thank  the Bolger family for the privilege of speaking here today...

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Granny flats get the consent-free go ahead

· October 23, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Just-passed legislation will soon allow Kiwis to build granny flats up to 70 square metres in their backyards without a building consent, unlocking more housing choices...

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Farmers and foresters urged to stay safe, seek support

· October 23, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Farmers, growers, and foresters are encouraged to not take unnecessary risks and to heed weather warnings today, Agriculture and Forestry Minister Todd McClay says. “A state...

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210+ new social homes on the way for Waikato

· October 23, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government More than 210 new social homes will be delivered in Waikato by Community Housing Providers (CHPs), Housing Minister Chris Bishop and Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka...

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Penk heads to Chile for South Pacific defence talks

· October 23, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Defence Minister Chris Penk will travel to Chile this week to attend the South Pacific Defence Ministers’ Meeting (SPDMM).  “In an increasingly volatile world, the...