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Accelerating bioenergy in New Zealand
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has released its Wood Energy Strategy and Action Plan and a Government Statement on Biogas, signalling its strong support for New Zealand’s bioenergy sector....
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Court users report highest satisfaction since 2019
Source: New Zealand Government Courts Minister Nicole McKee is welcoming the encouraging results from the 2025 Court User Survey, saying they reflect the efforts of court staff and ongoing work...
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Commonsense changes to boost capital markets
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is making further changes to support business growth and New Zealand’s capital markets, says Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson. “Mandatory climate reporting...
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More affordable homes for whānau in Te Tai Tokerau
Source: New Zealand Government More whānau in Kaikohe will soon have a warm, secure place to call home, through an Iwi – Crown partnership delivering 100 affordable rental homes, Associate...
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New Zealand and United Kingdom Foreign Ministers’ Dialogue held
Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters and UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper held the second annual NZ-UK Foreign Ministers’ Dialogue in London today. “The UK is one of New...
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Improving protection for people in state care
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is improving the protection for people in state care, with the Responding to Abuse in Care Legislation Amendment Bill passing its third reading. “This Bill...
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Redress System for survivors of abuse in care
Source: New Zealand Government The Redress System for Abuse in Care Bill passed its first reading this afternoon, Lead Co-ordination Minister for the Crown Response, Erica Stanford says. The Bill...
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Crown facilitator to support Waitaki District Council
Source: New Zealand Government A Crown facilitator will be appointed to assist Waitaki District Council to amend and resubmit its water service delivery plan under Local Water Done Well, Local...
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Supporting students with higher & complex needs
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is launching the Expanded New Zealand Curriculum (NZC), a resource that will support around 12,000 students with high and complex additional needs from Term...
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Court backlog slashed as justice system speeds up
Source: New Zealand Government Courts Minister Nicole McKee is pleased to see faster justice for victims, with the backlog of criminal cases in the District Court falling 20% since April...
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Sisters United Academy gives students new options in Term 1 2026
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour has today announced that Sisters United Academy will open in Term 1 2026 as a charter school. “Every child deserves the...
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Next steps for Roads of National Significance
Source: New Zealand Government Combined funding of nearly $1.2 billion will see the Government’s Roads of National Significance programme move to the next phase of development, Transport Minister Chris Bishop...
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Clear Direction for Credit Access and Consumer Confidence
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is moving to improve access to credit for New Zealanders through changes to the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Amendment Bill, which was reported...
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Supporting school leaders to drive change
Source: New Zealand Government Education Minister Erica Stanford has launched the Curriculum Roadshow for Leaders, a nationwide initiative designed to support school leaders as they lead curriculum change across New...
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Inflation remains within target band
Source: New Zealand Government Acting Finance Minister Chris Bishop has welcomed the latest figures showing inflation remaining within the Reserve Bank’s target range. Stats NZ reported today that annual Consumers...
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New Zealand’s first sports school will open in Term 1 2026
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour has today announced that the much-anticipated New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa (NZPAA) will open as a charter school for athletes in...
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300+ new social homes on the way for Bay of Plenty
Source: New Zealand Government More than 300 new social homes will be delivered in Bay of Plenty by Community Housing Providers (CHPs), Housing Minister Chris Bishop says. “Our Government backs...
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Mobile scanner delivering diagnostics closer to home
Source: New Zealand Government More than 340 patients in the lower South Island have been able to access advanced cancer diagnostics closer to home through fortnightly visits from a mobile...
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Jones promoting resources on global stage
Source: New Zealand Government Promoting opportunities for investment and collaboration in the development of New Zealand’s natural resources is at the top of the agenda during three upcoming international mining...
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Minister flies NZ flag at World Dairy Summit
Source: New Zealand Government Biosecurity, Food Safety and Associate Agriculture Minister Andrew Hoggard travels to Chile today to represent New Zealand at the World Dairy Summit. “The World Dairy Summit...
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Welfare sanctions expand to job searches, upskilling
Source: New Zealand Government The Traffic Light System expands from tomorrow with the launch of two more non-financial sanctions focused on job searches and upskilling, Social Development and Employment Minister...
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Open letter to the people of New Zealand
Source: New Zealand Government To the patients, students and families affected by this week’s planned strike, The Government regrets the impact on you, your children and your families that is...
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Family and sexual violence reduction milestones achieved
Source: New Zealand Government Important family and sexual violence reduction milestones have been achieved, leading to safer communities, says Minister for the Prevention of Family and Sexual Violence. “Family violence...
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Removal of Visiting Justice and JP
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee has announced that Fale Andrew Lesa has been removed from office as a Justice of the Peace and a Visiting Justice....
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NZ reimposes UN sanctions on Iran
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand is reimposing sanctions on Iran, Foreign Minister Winston Peters has announced. “This reimposition of UN-mandated sanctions reflects the international community’s deep concerns about Iran’s non-compliance...
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Government supports international seafarers’ welfare
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand continues to be a global leader in supporting international seafarers, with nearly $1 million in welfare funding confirmed for 12 of the country’s ports....
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Southeast Asia – the Foreign Policy reset
Source: New Zealand Government [Speech delivered to the ASEAN – NZ Business Council, at 7:35am, Auckland Business Chamber] Good morning. Simon Bridges, Chief Executive of the Auckland Business Chamber; Kathleen Morrison,...