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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...

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Fairer Parent Resident Visa process delivered

· August 8, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand citizens or residents waiting to bring their parents to New Zealand will have a fairer and more predictable selection process under changes to the...

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Zero-interest loans accelerate EV charger rollout

· August 8, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is pushing ahead with its drive to deliver 10,000 public electric vehicle (EV) chargers by 2030, opening a second round of zero-interest loans to...

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Announcement of CRL opening date

· August 7, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Thank you all for joining us here today. Can I acknowledge Mayor of Auckland Wayne Brown, and Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson.  We are thrilled to announce...

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Business funding now easier to find

· August 7, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Kiwi businesses can now find their share of the $400 million a year the Government puts into business grants, funds, and equity schemes in minutes rather...

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Total Mobility scheme strengthened following review

· August 7, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is making changes to strengthen the Total Mobility scheme and give disabled people greater transport choice, Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Disability Issues Minister...

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New rule to slash red tape for regional airports

· August 7, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is reforming a long-standing issue for regional airports by creating more flexible, cost-effective options to improve runway safety, Associate Transport Minister James Meager has...

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New Zealand to welcome Viet Nam President

· August 6, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Viet Nam’s President and Party General Secretary, His Excellency To Lam, will make a State visit to New Zealand next week, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announced today....

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Enhanced citizens’ arrest powers pass into law

· August 6, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Businesses are about to have enhanced powers to detain and arrest those stealing from them with the Crimes Act Amendment Bill passing its final reading in...

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First CT scanner for Kaitaia Hospital

· August 6, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government People in the Mid and Far North will soon have access to CT scanning closer to home, with a new scanner set to be installed at...

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New urgent care service for Rolleston

· August 6, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government A new urgent and after-hours service will open at Toka Hāpai Selwyn Health Hub this Saturday, easing pressure on Christchurch Hospital’s emergency department and giving people...

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Speech to the Law Association

· August 6, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Thank you for the invitation to come and speak to the Law Association. I’ve just come from announcing the opening date for the City Rail Link...

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James Miller appointed FMA chair

· August 6, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Cameron Brewer today announced the appointment of James Miller as chair of the Financial Markets Authority...

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Minerals royalty regime transparent, broadly fair

· August 6, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government An independent analysis of New Zealand’s minerals royalty regime and the Crown’s return from mineral development has found it is transparent and broadly comparable with similar...

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Promised Mental Health Strategy launched

· August 6, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey today launched the Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy, setting a clear 10-year direction to improve mental health and addiction outcomes for...

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All Aboard: City Rail Link Opens on 13 September

· August 6, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Auckland’s City Rail Link (CRL) will open to passengers on 13 September, with Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown confirming the long-awaited opening date. “This is one of the most...

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Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2026–2036

· August 6, 2026

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 6 August 2026 img]:border [&>img]:border-brand-2-light field__item”> The Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2026–2036 sets a clear 10-year direction for improving mental health,...

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New subjects bring industry and the classroom closer together

· August 6, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government An exciting range of future-focused, industry-led secondary school subjects was launched by Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis and Education Minister Erica Stanford today, giving young New...

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Changes expand recognition for Kiwi authors

· August 6, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Minister of Internal Affairs Brooke van Velden has announced changes to the Public Lending Right for New Zealand Authors scheme that will see more New Zealand...

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Creating rural career opportunities for at-risk youth

· August 5, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government A unique Government and community funding initiative will support dozens of at-risk young people to experience the rural work environment through access to hands-on learning within...

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Rapid review of Ministry of Justice

· August 5, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Public Service Commission will be undertaking a rapid review of the Ministry of Justice, and providing firm guidance to all chief executives on managing employment...

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Foreign Minister to meet Pacific counterparts

· August 5, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters will attend the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers Meeting in Fiji later this week. “We have seen recently the impacts of global...

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Feedback sought on Great Barrier rock lobster

· August 5, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones is inviting feedback on proposals for managing rock lobster fishing around Aotea-Great Barrier Island. “Aotea-Great Barrier Local Board and Ngāti...

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Jobs data shows why economic growth matters

· August 5, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Today’s labour market statistics confirm what many New Zealanders already know from experience: the second quarter of this year was a tough one, Finance Minister Nicola...