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December visitor arrivals highest since 2019

· February 13, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government welcomes new data showing New Zealand’s international visitor arrivals continued to rise in December, with strong growth from China and Australia in particular.   Tourism...

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Common sense approach to life-saving medicines

· February 13, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Trained Oranga Tamariki staff will shortly be able to administer life-saving medicines, in a common sense move that will also allow young people to access the...

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Foreign Minister hosts Commonwealth Secretary General

· February 13, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters has welcomed Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Botchwey on her first official visit to New Zealand today.  “The Commonwealth plays an important role in...

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Health and Safety changes will harm workers

· February 13, 2026

Source: NZCTU The new Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill is a dangerous move away from the longstanding commitment to ensure all workers should come home healthy and safe,...

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Turkish delegation visit strengthens historic bond

· February 13, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The friendship forged after the Gallipoli campaign more than a century ago is stronger than ever, following an official visit by a senior Turkish delegation, Veterans...

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All Stars countdown kicks off in Hamilton

· February 13, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Hamilton is set to come alive this weekend as rugby league fans descend on the city for the 2026 NRL All Stars event, backed by the...

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LNG plan sparks showdown in parliament

· February 13, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s announcement about a plan to establish an LNG import facility, and the levy to fund it, has been badly received. Marika Khabazi...

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Milestone health and safety bill passes first reading

· February 12, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden has welcomed the passing of the first reading of the Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill, which will reform New Zealand’s work health...