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Funding for new tools to beef up border security

· May 22, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Budget 2026 is making a significant investment in Customs’ equipment and people to better protect New Zealand’s borders and to stop illegal drugs and organised crime.  ...

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Charter schools cost taxpayers less than state schools

· May 22, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour welcomes figures released today which show that charter schools are cheaper to open than the same sized state schools.  New figures...

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Boosting ambulance services across New Zealand

· May 22, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government More ambulance crews, upgraded technology, and stronger frontline support will strengthen ambulance services across New Zealand, enabling quick and effective responses to emergencies, Health Minister Simeon...

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Stewart Island/Rakiura solar project underway

· May 22, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Construction has begun on a major solar energy project on Stewart Island/Rakiura that will reduce the island’s reliance on diesel-generated electricity and cut power prices, Regional...

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Work on Second Ashburton bridge underway

· May 22, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Construction of the long-awaited second Ashburton Bridge has begun, Transport Minister Chris Bishop and South Island Minister James Meager have announced. “A second crossing over the...

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Package to support small businesses announced

· May 22, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Small businesses will get practical support to strengthen performance and seize growth opportunities, with a new Government-backed training initiative announced today at the New Zealand Chamber...

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Projects selected to improve accessibility

· May 22, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Programmes aimed at addressing access issues for disabled people in street navigation, reading, housing and sports education through technology will soon get a boost, Disability Issues...