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New Zealand Government

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Speech to open new building at Lincoln University

· March 27, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government I am very pleased to open the redeveloped George Forbes Building at Lincoln University.The original building was opened by Governor-General Viscount Cobham on 11th August 1960....

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Cuts to consultant, contractor spend exceed target

· March 27, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government’s move to cut public sector spending on consultants and contractors is on track to save $800 million over two years – double the initial...

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Funding limit change win for mental health sector

· March 27, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey says smaller Non-Government Organisations (NGOs) will now be able to benefit from the Government’s Mental Health Innovation Fund following a...

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Social worker legislation strengthens professional oversight

· March 27, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government New legislation passed in Parliament highlights the influential role social workers play in communities around New Zealand, supporting some of the most under-served and vulnerable members...

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Attendance rates rising but not good enough

· March 27, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour says this Government has prioritised student attendance and as a result we’ve seen every term in 2024 record higher attendance than...

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Unlocking data to increase competition and choice

· March 26, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Easier data sharing will lead to greater competition and better choice for consumers in key markets such as banking and electricity, thanks to today’s passing of...

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Speech to Project Auckland Luncheon

· March 26, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Good afternoon, everyone. Thanks, Murray, for that introduction.   It’s a pleasure to be speaking with you here in New Zealand’s capital city of growth, at this...

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Real consequences for crime restored

· March 26, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Kiwis can now feel safer knowing serious criminals will spend longer in prison with the Government’s sentencing reforms passing final reading in Parliament today, Justice Minister...

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New fines for fisheries offences come into force

· March 26, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Fisheries offences will be subject to a broader range of penalties to ensure the punishment fits the crime under regulatory changes that come into effect on...

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Cross-party involvement on resource management reform

· March 26, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has today written to the Labour and Greens parties, inviting their involvement in the process to replace the Resource Management Act with a far...

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Safer roads through roadside drug driver tests

· March 26, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Police are on track to have powers to screen drivers for impairing drugs after legislation to enable roadside drug testing passed its third reading today,...

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Targeted support when relocating for work

· March 26, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Social Development and Employment Louise Upston says there will be targeted help if people need to relocate for a job. The Relocate for Work...

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Improvements to the Proceeds of Crime Fund

· March 26, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Proceeds of Crime Fund will open a new funding round based on new criteria on 31 March Associate Minister of Justice Nicole McKee says. “The new...

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Tax legislation passed to support growth

· March 25, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The House has today passed legislation which contributes to the Government’s focus on driving growth and providing the environment which allows businesses to thrive, Revenue Minister...

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Strong relationship with PNG reconfirmed

· March 25, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape met in Wellington today, reaffirming the enduring partnership between New Zealand and Papua New Guinea.  The Prime...

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Caroline Flora reappointed as Chief Censor

· March 25, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Minister of Internal Affairs Brooke van Velden has today announced that Caroline Flora has been reappointed as New Zealand’s Chief Censor. “I am pleased to announce that...

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Inner Hauraki Gulf closed to rock lobster fishing

· March 25, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The inner Hauraki Gulf will be closed for three years to commercial and recreational spiny rock lobster fishing to help rebuild the population, Oceans and Fisheries...

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INVESTOR SUMMIT SPEECH

· March 25, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Ka nui te mihi kia kotou, kia ora, and good morning everyone. To those of you visiting us from overseas, can I extend a very special welcome...

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New planning laws to end the culture of ‘no’

· March 24, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government’s new planning legislation to replace the Resource Management Act will make it easier to get things done while protecting the environment, say Minister Responsible...

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New Zealand & India Comprehensive FTA consultation begins

· March 24, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay has today launched a public consultation on New Zealand and India’s negotiations of a formal comprehensive Free Trade Agreement.“Negotiations are getting...

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Iwi join discussion on geothermal potential

· March 21, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Progressing a holistic strategy to unlock the potential of New Zealand’s geothermal resources, possibly in applications beyond energy generation, is at the centre of discussions with...

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Building consent data shows need for bold reforms

· March 21, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government New annual data has exposed the staggering cost of delays previously hidden in the building consent system, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk says.  “I directed...