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Safer roads through roadside drug driver tests
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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Five years on since New Zealand’s first COVID-19 lockdown
Source: New Zealand Government Today marks the fifth anniversary of the first COVID-19 lockdown for New Zealand. The country remained at alert level 4 until 27 April 2020. New Zealand experienced...
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INVESTOR SUMMIT SPEECH
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’
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
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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Cost of living support coming for 1.5 million New Zealanders
Source: New Zealand Government More than 900 thousand superannuitants and almost five thousand veterans are among the New Zealanders set to receive a significant financial boost from next week, an...
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Release: Govt’s continued lack of action on Gaza condemned
Source: New Zealand Labour Party Hundreds more Palestinians have died in recent days as Israel’s assault on Gaza continues and humanitarian aid, including food and medicine, is blocked. “How many...
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Iwi join discussion on geothermal potential
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
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...
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Reining in water price increases for Aucklanders
Source: New Zealand Government Increases in water charges for Auckland consumers this year will be halved under the Watercare Charter which has now been passed into law, Local Government Minister...
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New independent review function for civil aviation decisions
Source: New Zealand Government A new independent review function will enable individuals and organisations to seek an expert independent review of specified civil aviation regulatory decisions made by, or on...
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Enhanced urgent care service for Napier
Source: New Zealand Government The Government will invest in an enhanced overnight urgent care service for the Napier community as part of our focus on ensuring access to timely, quality...
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Construction begins on new adult mental health building in Christchurch
Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown and Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey attended a sod turning today to officially mark the start of construction on a new mental...
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It’s official: Kiwis can look forward to better days
Source: New Zealand Government Finance Minister Nicola Willis has welcomed confirmation the economy has turned the corner. Stats NZ reported today that gross domestic product grew 0.7 per cent in...
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Sealing improves safety on Forgotten World Highway
Source: New Zealand Government The sealing of a 12-kilometre stretch of State Highway 43 (SH43) through the Tangarakau Gorge – one of the last remaining sections of unsealed state highway...
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NZ – US relations on strong footing
Source: New Zealand Government Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Winston Peters says relations between New Zealand and the United States are on a strong footing, as he concludes a...
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International Anti-Money Laundering rule changes support government reforms
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee has welcomed changes to international anti-money laundering standards which closely align with the Government’s reforms. “The Financial Action Taskforce (FATF) last...
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New electronic system to support pharmacy efficiency
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister David Seymour says he welcomes Medsafe’s decision to approve an electronic controlled drug register for use in New Zealand pharmacies, allowing pharmacies to...
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RIF delivering for regional NZ, more to come
Source: New Zealand Government The Coalition Government’s drive for regional economic growth through the $1.2 billion Regional Infrastructure Fund is on track with more than $550 million in funding so far...
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Comments following bilateral with US Secretary of State Rubio
Source: New Zealand Government [Comments following the bilateral meeting with United States Secretary of State, Marco Rubio; United States State Department, Washington D.C.]* We’re very pleased with our meeting with...
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New State Highway 2 roundabout to improve road safety in Eastern Bay of Plenty
Source: New Zealand Government The intersection of State Highway 2 (SH2) and Wainui Road in the Eastern Bay of Plenty will be made safer and more efficient for vehicles and...