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Minister to speak at global Space Symposium
Source: New Zealand Government Space Minister Judith Collins will travel to the United States next week to attend the 40th Space Symposium.“I’m looking forward to returning to the Space Symposium...
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Process to consider establishing a sika deer Herd of Special Interest begins
Source: New Zealand Government Almost 12 years after the passing of Herds of Special Interest (HOSI) legislation, the formal process that will look into designating New Zealand’s first HOSI has...
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Speech to Project Auckland
Source: New Zealand Government Check against delivery.Kia ora and thank you so much for inviting me here today. It’s great to be with you all.Can I start by thanking Fran...
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Disability working groups announced
Source: New Zealand Government Strong interest in the development of a refreshed New Zealand disability strategy has been welcomed by Disability Issues Minister Louise Upston. Membership of the strategy working...
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Melling transport improvements to start this year
Source: New Zealand Government The Melling Road of Regional Significance project will start this year. The project includes a new grade-separated interchange and bridge, improvements to walking and cycling infrastructure,...
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Two new charter schools announced
Source: New Zealand Government Two new sponsors have been contracted to open two new charter schools and will join the seven that are successfully operating already, Associate Education Minister David...
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Pharmac Listens To Patient Voice
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister David Seymour welcomes Pharmac opening consultation on their proposal to fund two brands of oestradiol patches. “Increasing availability of medicines has always been a...
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Appointments to Pharmac Board
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister with responsibility for Pharmac David Seymour has appointed two new people to the Pharmac Board and reappointed a current member for a second...
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Mental Health targets show increasing access
Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey says second quarter mental health and addiction target data indicates New Zealanders are seeing genuine progress in improving wait times...
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Repeal of 7AA puts child wellbeing first
Source: New Zealand Government Children’s Minister Karen Chhour has welcomed the passing of legislation to repeal section 7AA of the Oranga Tamariki Act by Parliament. The Bill’s passing will enable...
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First step towards honouring more veterans on Anzac Day
Source: New Zealand Government Legislation to formally recognise the service of more New Zealanders as part of official Anzac Day commemorations has passed its first reading in Parliament today, Veterans...
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Health targets focusing system on delivering more for patients
Source: New Zealand Government New data highlights that while the Government’s commitment to health targets continues to stabilise the health system, increased service delivery is required to get on top...
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Regional tourism to benefit from $2.45 million boost
Source: New Zealand Government Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says opening a second multi-million dollar funding round for regional tourism will drive economic growth. “We know a successful tourism...
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Statement by Minister Todd McClay following U.S. tariff announcement
Source: New Zealand Government “Today the U.S. has announced a 10 per cent tariff on all imports of good, with many countries facing much higher tariffs on a reciprocal basis. New...
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Rule of Two for faster access to medicines
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister David Seymour is welcoming Cabinet’s decision to enable medicines to be approved in less than 30 days if the product has approval from...
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Strengthening reo Māori accessibility
Source: New Zealand Government Toi te kupu, toi te mana, toi tū te reo.Talented appointees to prominent reo Māori entities will help grow accessibility to the language and culture in...
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Going for Growth: More affordable building products
Source: New Zealand Government Just-passed legislation is expected to put up to 250,000 more building products on shelves this year alone – giving Kiwis building and renovating their homes more...
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Reducing ambiguity about what is reasonably practicable for health and safety compliance
Source: New Zealand Government Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden says safe harbours of deemed compliance will be created to increase business and worker certainty about what they...
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Backing builders by cracking down on cowboys
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is backing builders by making changes so Kiwis will more easily be able to identify high-quality, trusted professionals to carry out work on their...
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Unacceptable payment by KiwiRail
Source: New Zealand Government Rail Minister Winston Peters has described KiwiRail’s payment of $8 million to a management consultancy firm as unacceptable.“We are not criticising McKinsey, whose services were tendered...
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Investing in injury prevention in the manufacturing sector
Source: New Zealand Government ACC’s investment in New Zealand’s crucial manufacturing sector is a significant step to help reduce injuries, keep workers safe, and support economic growth, say ACC Minister...
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Health and safety governance and management change coming
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has agreed to clarify the distinction between governance and operational management health and safety responsibilities to reduce directors’ fear and risks of overcompliance, Workplace...
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Plain Language Act Repeal Bill passes first reading
Source: New Zealand Government Legislation to repeal the Plain Language Act, which is a waste of time and money, has passed its first reading in Parliament today, Public Service Minister...
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Government seeks to simplify Fringe Benefit Tax rules
Source: New Zealand Government Inland Revenue is launching public consultation on proposals to make the Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) rules easier and to reduce compliance costs for taxpayers, Revenue Minister Simon...
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Supporting better rehabilitation rates for injured Kiwis
Source: New Zealand Government Updates to ACC’s Accredited Employers Programme taking effect today are designed to improve workplace injury rehabilitation for around one-fifth of New Zealand’s workforce and support our...
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Northland water security receives $41m boost
Source: New Zealand Government Water projects in Northland will receive up to $41.5 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund to significantly increase the region’s water security and unlock economic growth,...
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Elective boost delivers more than 2,000 procedures
Source: New Zealand Government Partnering with the private health sector is delivering better access and shorter wait times for elective treatment, Health Minister Simeon Brown. “Ensuring Kiwis have access to...