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ED peer supporters for three extra hospitals

· April 22, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Whangārei, Hutt Valley and Hawke’s Bay are the latest hospitals to get peer support workers in their emergency departments, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey announced today....

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Seventh Fast-track housing development approved

· April 21, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Ashbourne project in Waikato, which will enable the development of 518 new homes and two solar farms, has been consented through Fast-track, Infrastructure Minister Chris...

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Immediate fuel relief for school communities

· April 21, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is rolling out immediate targeted support to help small, rural and isolated schools manage fuel cost pressures, keep classrooms warm, and ensure students remain...

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Board appointed to protect property rights

· April 20, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Regulation Minister David Seymour welcomes the appointment of the Regulatory Standards Board (the Board), established by the Regulatory Standard Act 2025 (the Act).  “The Board will...

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New Wakefield Street bridge for Whanganui

· April 20, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) has approved funding for a new railway overbridge in Whanganui East, with the project expected to cost $2.7 million, Transport Minister...

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Lower Hutt’s Eastern Bays Shared Path opens

· April 18, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Lower Hutt’s new Eastern Bays Shared Path opens this morning, improving resilience for this coastal route and providing safer walking and cycling connections, Transport Minister Chris...

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Fast-tracked hydro to boost West Coast resilience

· April 17, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government A fast-tracked renewable energy project on the West Coast will strengthen regional electricity supply and improve resilience, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop and Regional Development Minister Shane...

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Year-on-year increase in jobseekers finding work

· April 16, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Social Development and Employment Louise Upston, welcomes new figures out today showing more New Zealanders moved off benefit and into work over the year...

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WoF and CoF A changes to save Kiwis billions

· April 16, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand’s Warrant of Fitness (WoF) and Certificate of Fitness A (CoF A) light vehicle inspection requirements will soon be significantly reformed, saving Kiwis time and money,...

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SH73 Candys Bend resilience project getting underway

· April 16, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government A major resilience project on State Highway 73 (SH73) at Candys Bend between Christchurch and the West Coast is getting underway to repair a damaged retaining...

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Indian government concerned by Sikh parade disruptions

· April 16, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Two religious processions organised by members of the Sikh community have been disrupted in recent months by protesters linked to Destiny Church. Supplied The Indian government...

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New appointments for Health New Zealand Board

· April 16, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has today announced a new Chair and members for the Board of Health New Zealand, reinforcing its focus on delivering for patients....

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Marlborough moves ferry solution forward

· April 16, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Marlborough District Council has today started its consultation programme to fund Port Marlborough’s $110 million capped contribution to revenue-earning port assets in Picton, Rail Minister...

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SH2 roundabout boosts road safety in Eastern Bay of Plenty

· April 16, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Transport Minister Chris Bishop has welcomed completion of a new roundabout at the intersection of State Highway 2 (SH2) and Wainui Road near Ōpōtiki, making this key corridor significantly safer and...

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Investment strengthens resilience for two Tākitimu marae

· April 16, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Two Hawke’s Bay marae damaged during Cyclone Gabrielle will be rebuilt in safer locations following a $27.6 million Government investment, Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka says. Through the Whenua Māori and Marae Pathway, the Government has approved $11.54 million for Petāne Marae and $16.06 million for Tangoio Marae to relocate and rebuild after both sites were severely affected by...

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Zero Waste – NZ must not export waste to Fiji

· April 15, 2026

Source: Zero Waste Aotearoa Zero Waste Aotearoa is calling on the New Zealand government to explicitly reject the export of New Zealand’s waste to Fiji. A massive incinerator has been...

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Report shows economic contribution of seniors

· April 15, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The latest Business of Ageing report shows older people are increasing their contribution to New Zealand’s economy through paid work, running businesses, taxes, spending, and unpaid...

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Expanded role for community pharmacists

· April 15, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government From June, it will be easier and more affordable for parents to get treatment for their children for a range of common health conditions, with expanded...

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Minister welcomes Landcorp special dividend

· April 15, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government will receive a $10 million special dividend from Landcorp Farming Limited today, State Owned Enterprises Minister Simeon Brown says.  “We expect our state-owned enterprises...