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Manawatū Tararua Highway open for business
Source: New Zealand Government A more efficient, reliable and safer journey through the Ruahine Ranges will open to traffic from the week of 9 June, with the completion of the...
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Full speed ahead for Fast-track projects
Source: New Zealand Government Today marks four months since the Fast-track Approvals Act opened for project applications. The projects which have applied for Fast-track approvals could contribute 12,208 new homes...
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Government congratulates Ahuwhenua Trophy winners
Source: New Zealand Government Agriculture Minister Todd McClay and Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka have congratulated the winners of the 2025 Ahuwhenua Trophy and the Ahuwhenua Young Māori Farmer Award,...
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E-bike upgrades for New Zealand Cycle Trails
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is boosting economic growth in the regions by supporting Hawke’s Bay Trails and the Remutaka Cycle Trail to set up e-bike charging stations with...
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New Waikeria Prison facility opens
Source: New Zealand Government Today’s opening of a new 596-bed facility at Waikeria Prison will ensure Corrections can safely manage the rising prison population and provide effective services to help...
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Greenpeace activists disrupt industrial fishing operation ahead of UN Ocean Conference
Source: Greenpeace PACIFIC OCEAN, Friday, 6 June 2025 – Greenpeace activists have disrupted an industrial longlining fishing operation in the South Pacific Ocean, seizing almost 20 kilometers of fishing gear and...
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Decisions on Christchurch intensification plan
Source: New Zealand Government The Minister Responsible for RMA Reform, Chris Bishop, has today released his decisions on 17 recommendations referred to him by Christchurch City Council on its Intensification Planning...
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Milestone in protection of Franz Josef from floods
Source: New Zealand Government A major step in protecting Franz Josef township on the West Coast has been officially completed. Stage 1 of the Franz Josef Flood Protection Scheme, a...
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Bringing ENT care closer to home in Northland
Source: New Zealand Government A new mobile ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist clinic has been launched in Northland, bringing high-quality specialist care directly to local communities, Health Minister Simeon...
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Space scholarships for seven university students
Source: New Zealand Government Seven university students have been awarded New Zealand Space Scholarships to intern at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in California, Space Minister Judith Collins announced today....
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Government continues to respond to Royal Commission into Abuse in Care
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has outlined its ongoing response to the Royal Commission into Historical Abuse in State Care and in the Care of Faith-based Institutions. “We are committed...
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Foreign Minister to visit Europe, Indonesia
Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters departs this weekend for visits to France, Italy and Indonesia. In Nice, Minister Peters will attend the Pacific-France Summit, hosted by French President...
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More classrooms for children with high needs
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is ensuring more students with the highest learning support needs have access to warm, safe, dry and fit-for-purpose learning environments. “We know many parents of...
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Gas data proves Government correct to act now
Source: New Zealand Government New figures released today showing a decline in New Zealand’s gas reserves is a stark reminder why the Government is taking decisive action to bolster the...
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Fifth year in a row of equal gender representation on public sector boards
Source: New Zealand Government For the fifth consecutive year, women’s representation on public sector boards and committees has reached 50 percent or above, with women now holding 52.1 percent of...
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Refreshed strategy released to tackle gambling harm
Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey today announced that the Government has released the refreshed Strategy to Prevent and Minimise Gambling Harm. “The updated strategy includes...
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New Zealand to host consultations on Bougainville at Burnham
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand will host post-referendum talks between the Government of Papua New Guinea and the Autonomous Bougainville Government next week, Foreign Minister Winston Peters has announced. The ‘Burnham Consultations’...
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Disability Taskforce extended as Budget funding boosts system
Source: New Zealand Government The Disability Support Services Taskforce will be extended for a year to continue its progress in stabilising the disability support system and shaping it for the...
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Fish & Game reforms to modernise organisation
Source: New Zealand Government Reforms to modernise and strengthen Fish & Game New Zealand will improve the national management of hunting and fishing resources and advocacy, while maintaining local control...
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Investment to grow number of forensic beds
Source: New Zealand Government The Government will make more beds and timely services available to people needing mental health and addiction support in the Midland Region, Mental Health Minister Matt...
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Government to protect and enhance Milford Sound Piopiotahi
Source: New Zealand Government The Government will invest $15.2 million into upgrading infrastructure and enhancing conservation at Milford Sound Piopiotahi to sustainably grow tourism while also protecting the jewel in...
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Ruakura four-lane road to boost Hamilton’s economic growth
Source: New Zealand Government The NZ Transport Agency’s Board has endorsed the detailed business case for a new four-lane road in Hamilton which will deliver economic growth for the region,...
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Protecting Families by Protecting Pets – a national call to action
Source: New Zealand Government Minister for the Prevention of Family and Sexual Violence Karen Chhour is advocating for increased protections for family pets in family violence incidents. “I want to...
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New tools to fight retail crime welcomed
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is welcoming a report which shows facial recognition technology is an effective way of combatting retail crime, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “The Privacy...
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International visitor spending on the up
Source: New Zealand Government New data showing international visitor spending increased by almost ten per cent on the previous year is welcome news, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says....
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Outstanding New Zealanders honoured
Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has congratulated the 2025 recipients of King’s Birthday Honours. “Every person on this list has made New Zealand a better place. “Locally,...
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Building consent system productivity on the rise
Source: New Zealand Government Processing delays for building consents and code compliance certificates have dropped since the Government began publicly releasing council performance data, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk...