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Eight new emergency helicopters now in service

· August 12, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The people of Hawkes Bay are the latest to benefit from a major upgrade of New Zealand’s emergency helicopters, Associate Health Minister Casey Costello said today. ...

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Community voices helping shape Canterbury's biosecurity future

· August 12, 2026

Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Community voices helping shape Canterbury’s biosecurity future | Environment Canterbury Date: 12 Aug 2026 Knowledgeable community members will help inform the future of biosecurity in...

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Funding for new Hāwera resource recovery centre

· August 12, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Funding for a new resource recovery centre that will divert hundreds of tonnes of waste from landfill in Hāwera, has been announced today by Minister for...

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Statement on verdicts in wrongful conviction of Alan Hall

· August 12, 2026

Source: New Zealand Police This statement is attributable to Assistant Commissioner Investigations Corrie Parnell: Police acknowledge the verdict delivered against two former officers involved in the miscarriage of justice for...

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Getting Kiwis into work with website upgrade

· August 12, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is connecting more job seekers with employers through an upgraded jobs website backed by job matching technology, Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston...

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RIF backs critical minerals and hydrogen plant

· August 12, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Regional Infrastructure Fund will provide $15 million for a new facility in Southland to produce critical minerals and hydrogen, Regional Development, Resources, and Associate Energy...

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Speech to the New Zealand hydrogen hui

· August 12, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Introduction Tēnā koutou katoa. Thank you for the opportunity to speak this morning. It is my pleasure to welcome you all to the Hydrogen Hui, an...

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$30m RIF package targets hydrogen opportunities

· August 12, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has set aside $30 million in the Regional Infrastructure Fund for projects that will help grow the hydrogen sector, Regional Development, Resources, and Associate...

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New attendance service re-enrolling more students than ever

· August 12, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour has today welcomed data showing that more cases of non-enrolled students (NENs) are being referred to attendance services, and more students...

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RIF funding boosts Chatham Islands connections

· August 12, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Chatham Islands’ connections are being strengthened through funding from the Regional Infrastructure Fund for critical wharf and fuel infrastructure upgrades and improving air links through the...

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Call for feedback on organic sector changes

· August 11, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is seeking feedback on proposals to future-proof and grow the organic sector by ensuring we have a strong and modern regulatory framework, Associate Agriculture...

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First Northwest Busway station opens

· August 11, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The first station completed as part of the Northwest Busway project – Westgate Station – has been delivered on time and under budget, bringing northwest Aucklanders...

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Protecting New Zealand’s tourism appeal

· August 11, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing $500,000 to expand the tourism industry’s Tiaki – Care for New Zealand programme, educating more visitors on how to travel responsibly. Tourism...

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Auckland level crossing removals keep moving ahead

· August 11, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The completion of a new pedestrian bridge at Te Mahia Station to the southeast of Manurewa is another major step towards replacing rail level crossings, improving...

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Consultation on a prudential levy opens

· August 11, 2026

Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand The Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua has today released a consultation document on the introduction of a prudential levy. This...

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Government to consider Headstart proposals

· August 11, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government 18 proposals have been submitted to the Government as part of the Head Start local government reform initiative, RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop and Local Government...

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Open ocean salmon farm Fast-tracked

· August 10, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Fast-track approval of the Hananui Aquaculture Project off Rakiura/Stewart Island will bring significant benefits to Southland and New Zealand’s economy, Minister for Infrastructure Chris Bishop...

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Head Start and the future of essential regional services

· August 10, 2026

Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Chair Dr Deon Swiggs says the Canterbury Regional Council supports reform that delivers better outcomes for communities and the environment and is focused on ensuring...

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Delmore residential development Fast-tracked

· August 10, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Delmore residential development in Auckland has been granted Fast-track approval, says Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop.  This is the 30th project and 11th project in Auckland...

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Faster support for young people in Central, Lakes

· August 10, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government A new child and youth mental health and addiction service that will make it easier for young people and their families to access the right support...

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First solar farm fast-tracked

· August 10, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government A Canterbury solar farm is the first in New Zealand to be granted fast-track approval. This is the 29th project and 7th renewable energy project to...

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500 schools nationwide selected for solar panels

· August 10, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Five hundred schools have been selected for solar technology under the Government’s plan to improve schools’ energy affordability and resilience, Energy Minister Simeon Brown and Education...

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New Zealand announces further sanctions against Russia

· August 8, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters has announced a new round of sanctions targeting individuals and entities supporting Russia’s illegal war against Ukraine. Today’s sanctions package targets 33...