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Fight for worker health and safety not over says NZCTU

· July 1, 2026

Source: NZCTU Workers are disappointed by the passing of the Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill, but an opportunity has arisen to minimise its damage, says Melissa Ansell-Bridges, Secretary...

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Government backs new mussel spat nursery

· July 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The government is supporting the establishment of a mussel spat nursery in Houhora Bay, Northland to help boost supply for New Zealand’s Greenshell mussel industry, Associate Regional...

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Home test will unlock lower bowel screening age

· July 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government A home test rolling out nationwide will mean more New Zealanders can get faster assessment of bowel symptoms, while also helping free up specialist capacity needed...

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Common-sense fix eases costs for toy importers

· July 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government This Government will recognise the toy standards of the United States and the European Union, so toys that meet those standards will be compliant in New...

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Road cone crackdown gathers pace

· July 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is fixing the basics by taking another step to end New Zealand’s overuse of road cones, with councils from today required to adopt a...

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Major milestone reached for Local Water Done Well

· July 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Every mainland council in New Zealand now has an approved water services delivery plan under Local Water Done Well, marking a major milestone in delivering more...

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Prime Minister’s Science Prizes announced

· July 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Groundbreaking research in neonatal care that has saved thousands of lives worldwide is recognised among the winners of the 2025 Prime Minister’s Science Prizes. Science, Innovation...

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AML reforms enter new phase with one clear regulator

· July 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Today marks a major step toward a smarter, more practical anti-money laundering system, with the Department of Internal Affairs becoming New Zealand’s single AML/CFT regulator, says...

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Launch of SafetyNet Critical Communications

· July 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery Mark Mitchell has today welcomed a major milestone in New Zealand’s public safety sector with the launch of SafetyNet Critical...

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Regulatory Standards Act takes effect, Board ready for work

· July 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Regulatory Standards Act is in effect, and the Regulatory Standards Board is taking complaints from Kiwis about bad regulations, Regulation Minister David Seymour says.  “Today...

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Registration of stillborn babies to be made easier

· July 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Grieving parents who are coping with stillbirth will be able to register their baby through a dedicated website, Whetūrangitia, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says. “Losing...

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Off-peak pricing to make power more affordable

· July 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government New rules come into force today requiring the large power companies to provide customers with power plans that reflect the different costs of electricity throughout the...