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New Appointment to Tertiary Education Commission Board

· May 5, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Tertiary Education Minister Penny Simmonds has announced the appointment of Michelle Findlater to the Board of the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC).  Michelle began her career as...

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Cheaper, smarter EV charging on the way for Kiwis

· May 5, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government New requirements for electric vehicle (EV) chargers supplied in New Zealand will make it easier and more affordable for people to charge their vehicles, while helping...

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Government gives councils amalgamation ultimatum

· May 5, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand The government has given councils an ultimatum: come up with amalgamation plans within three months or the government will do it for you. Local Government Minister...

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Councils invited to fast-track local reform

· May 5, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is giving councils a three-month window to put forward proposals to simplify and strengthen local government in their regions, RMA Reform and Infrastructure Minister...

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New leadership to support ACC’s Turnaround Plan

· May 5, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Richard Keys, Lindsay Wright and Michael Playford have been appointed to the Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) Board, Minister for ACC Scott Simpson says. All three appointees...

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Can anyone be funny?

· May 5, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Like in many families, Hoani Hotene‘s whanau won’t say he’s the funniest among them – everyone thinks they are the one. “My dad, like a lot...

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Progress on improvements to children’s system

· May 5, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is continuing to make significant improvements to the children’s system as part of its commitment to keeping vulnerable children safe from harm. Child Poverty...

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Feedback sought on employment dispute resolution process

· May 5, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden is seeking feedback from the public on their experiences with employment advocates, how employment disputes are experienced in...