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Minister to US for defence, security meetings
Source: New Zealand Government Defence, GCSB and NZSIS Minister Judith Collins will this week travel to Washington DC to attend a range of defence and security meetings. “In a complex...
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70+ new social homes on the way for Northland
Source: New Zealand Government More than 70 new social homes will be delivered in Northland by Community Housing Providers (CHPs), Housing Minister Chris Bishop says. “Our Government backs social housing,...
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Bringing breast screening close to home in Kāpiti
Source: New Zealand Government Women on the Kāpiti Coast now have easier access to breast screening with the opening of a new fixed site in Waikanae, Health Minister Simeon Brown...
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Nationwide breast screening age extension underway
Source: New Zealand Government The first step of the nationwide breast screening age extension is underway, with women aged 70 and 74 now eligible for free screening, Health Minister Simeon...
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Work begins on major Rolleston transport upgrade
Source: New Zealand Government Major roading improvements for Rolleston will drive jobs and economic growth in this growing part of Canterbury, says Transport Minister Chris Bishop. “The State Highway 1...
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More contact prepares job seekers for work
Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Social Development and Employment Louise Upston has welcomed significant progress in preparing Kiwi job seekers for work, with a big jump in targeted case...
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Mark Hickford appointed to Law Commission
Source: New Zealand Government Dr Mark Hickford has been appointed as a member of the Law Commission for a five-year term and will serve as the President for the next...
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99 new social homes on the way for Nelson, Marlborough and Tasman
Source: New Zealand Government 99 new social homes will be delivered in Nelson, Marlborough and Tasman by Community Housing Providers (CHPs), Housing Minister Chris Bishop says. “Our Government backs social...
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Regulation Ministry caters to $15.7 billion industry
Source: New Zealand Government The hospitality industry employs 145,000 people and is key for New Zealand’s economic growth. The Ministry for Regulation will conduct a sector review into the $15.7...
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KiwiRail directors appointed, departing directors thanked
Source: New Zealand Government KiwiRail directors Rob Jager and Bruce Wattie will complete their service on 31 October 2025, and two new directors have been appointed from 1 November 2025,...
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Focus on basics improving student achievement
Source: New Zealand Government The latest research from the Education Review Office (ERO) shows the Government’s decision to mandate structured literacy and introduce structured mathematics was right, as student engagement...
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Levelling playing field for broadcast advertising
Source: New Zealand Government Advertising restrictions for broadcasters on Sundays and public holidays will soon be scrapped as legislation passes third reading in Parliament today, Media Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “We...
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New Zealand secures major shipbuilder for new ferries
Source: New Zealand Government The Government, through its procuring company Ferry Holdings Limited has secured Guangzhou Shipyard International as the builder of two new ferries, Rail Minister Winston Peters confirmed...
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Simpler science funding to drive innovation
Source: New Zealand Government Better access to a new, more efficient science funding system will make it easier for researchers to focus on delivering results that matter for New Zealand,...
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Education – ERO finds that students are doing better in English and maths as changes start to have an impact, but there is further to go
Source: Education Review Office Education Review Office’s (ERO) independent review has found that changes to how English and maths are taught in primary school are showing promising results for both English...
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Plan to ease home lending restrictions welcomed
Source: New Zealand Government Finance Minister Nicola Willis has welcomed the Reserve Bank’s intention to relax restrictions on lending, making it easier for first home buyers to get started. “Home...
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Major boost to diagnostic scanners nationwide
Source: New Zealand Government A $108 million upgrade to New Zealand’s diagnostic infrastructure will deliver 32 new and replacement CT, MRI, and SPECT scanners across the country, Health Minister Simeon...
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New state-of-the-art CT scanner for Kenepuru Hospital
Source: New Zealand Government Patients in Porirua and surrounding communities now have access to faster, more accurate diagnostic imaging, with a new state-of-the-art Photon Counting Computed Tomography (PCCT) scanner operational...
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Solicitor-General stepping down after 10 years
Source: New Zealand Government Attorney-General Judith Collins today announced Solicitor-General Una Jagose KC will step down in February after 10 years in the role, and thanked her for her long...
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Speech to CyberXchange
Source: New Zealand Government Good morning, and thank you, CyberCX, for the invitation to speak today. It’s a privilege to be here today, particularly following Cyber Smart Week, our national...
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Three new charter schools will give students new options in Term 1 2026
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour has today announced that Aotearoa Infinite Academy, Te Aratika High School, and Altum Academic, will open in Term 1 2026 as...
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New Zealand welcomes growth in international visitors
Source: New Zealand Government The Government welcomes new data showing a healthy growth in international visitor numbers and improved confidence across the tourism industry. “International tourism, as New Zealand’s second...
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World Vision urges global action on World Food Day to tackle child malnutrition at its roots
Source: World Vision 148 million children globally are stunted, with a further 45 million children suffering from wasting Half of all deaths among children under five are linked to malnutrition World...
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Modernising courts to fix what matters for victims and justice
Source: New Zealand Government Courts Minister Nicole McKee says the Government is updating the law for the use of audio and audio-visual links (AVL) in courts to improve court performance...
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Advocacy – Welcoming home the best of New Zealand – Will Alexander – Christchurch Airport 2.45pm today – PSNA
Source: Palestinian Solidarity Network Aotearoa Palestine solidarity supporters will be welcoming home Will Alexander this afternoon at 2.45pm at Christchurch airport. Will and his partner Ava Mulla were part of...
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Going, going, gone: cars auctioned over unpaid court fines
Source: New Zealand Government The Government’s trial of clamping or seizing cars of people not paying court fines is expanding after returning more than $225,000 and seizing 115 vehicles, Justice...
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Government sets methane targets for 2050
Source: New Zealand Government The Coalition Government has today announced science-based biogenic methane targets for 2050, providing farmers and exporters with a clear pathway to reduce emissions while maintaining productivity...