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New Zealand Government

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Medicines Amendment Bill passes first reading

· April 10, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister David Seymour is welcoming the passing of the Medicines Amendment Bill at first reading. The bill enables the ‘Rule of Two’. allowing medicines...

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Joint efforts applauded as fruit fly response ends

· April 10, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Biosecurity New Zealand today lifted controls on movement of fruit and vegetables in the North Shore suburb of Birkdale following no further finds of fruit flies...

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Making a difference for young New Zealanders

· April 10, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government New reporting out today shows that while most young Kiwis are doing well, further progress is needed so all children and young people thrive. Child Poverty...

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Delivering a world-leading education system

· April 10, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is taking further steps to deliver a world-leading education system by introducing the Education and Training Amendment Bill (No 2) to Parliament.“We have an...

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Decision to increase medicines access

· April 10, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister with responsibility for Pharmac David Seymour, and Health Minister Simeon Brown welcome Pharmac’s decision to widen access to four medicines, for a further...

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NZ, Colorado to cooperate on space, science

· April 10, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand and the State of Colorado have agreed to deepen relationships and offer opportunities in aerospace, quantum and geothermal technologies and beyond, Space Minister Judith...

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Speech on foreign affairs and trade

· April 10, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Kia ora and good morning everyone.Before I start, can I acknowledge the Wellington Chamber of Commerce for the opportunity to speak to all of you this...

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Supporting Kiwis with the costs of power

· April 9, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Energy Minister Simon Watts is welcoming an extension to the industry funded Power Credit Scheme which is supporting lower income Kiwis with the costs of power. The...

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Going For Growth: backing NZ wool producers

· April 9, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is backing New Zealand sheep farmers and the wool industry with a change to government procurement rules, Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis and Associate...

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OCR reduction affirms spending discipline

· April 9, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The reduction in the Official Cash Rate (OCR) affirms the work done by the  Government to bring public spending back under control, Finance Minister Nicola Willis...

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Change forecast for Govt’s weather agencies

· April 9, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Merging the Government’s weather forecasting agencies will make for a more efficient, connected weather forecasting system, supporting a resilient economy and delivering benefits for everyday Kiwis...

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Increased diesel reserves to improve resilience

· April 9, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The minimum stockholding obligation for diesel importers will increase from 21 to 28 days’ cover, bolstering New Zealand’s diesel reserves and resilience to supply disruptions, Associate...

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Government to wind down Green Investment Finance

· April 8, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has announced the New Zealand Green Investment Finance (NZGIF) will stop making new investments and will wind down its existing portfolio, Climate Change Minister...

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Expanding prescriber rights will increase access to medicines

· April 8, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is making changes to prescriber regulations, giving New Zealanders better access to medicines, Health Minister Simeon Brown and Associate Health Minister David Seymour say.“We...

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Reserve Bank appointment

· April 8, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Acting Reserve Bank Governor Christian Hawkesby has been appointed as Governor of the Reserve Bank for a six month period, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says.  The...

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Cross-party delegation to visit Pacific

· April 8, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government A high-level delegation from across New Zealand’s Parliament will visit the Pacific over the coming week, led by Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters. “New Zealand’s commitment...

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Four-month Kaikōura pāua season starts 1 May

· April 8, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Kaikōura pāua fishery will open to recreational pāua-gathering for a four-month season from 1 May, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says. “I’m very pleased...

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Government accepts election process changes

· April 8, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Voters can expect the 2026 Election to be more efficient, resilient and transparent with the Government accepting a raft of recommendations, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says....

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Freeing up access to finance for Kiwi households

· April 8, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is delivering on its commitment to make it easier for Kiwis to access the finance they need, when they need it, says Commerce and...

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‘Safety-first’ approach at Oranga Tamariki underway

· April 8, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Children’s Minister Karen Chhour has received confirmation that Oranga Tamariki have made progress on the removal of targets not focused on child safety and wellbeing.   “I...

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Cutting red tape at the start of employment

· April 8, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden says changes are coming to support freedom of choice and reduce the burden on employers when new employees...

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Q2 plan continues relentless focus on growth

· April 7, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is today announcing a further 38 actions it intends to take in the three months ahead to grow the economy and make life better...

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Strengthening strategic ties with UAE investors

· April 6, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay will attend the Annual Investment Congress (AIM Congress) in Abu Dhabi from 7–9 April to strengthen ties with UAE investors.​“The...