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Keynote speech to WasteMINZ & ALGA Conference
Source: New Zealand Government Good morning to you all. It’s my pleasure to attend your cornerstone event of the year, and to do so in my capacity as the newly minted Minister...
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First ever picture of New Zealand’s regulatory landscape revealed
Source: New Zealand Government Good morning, thank you for coming along. We’ve got you here to show you something that has never been done before by a New Zealand Government....
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Government updates official branding to highlight English over te reo Māori
Source: Radio New Zealand The government’s redesigned branding places “New Zealand Government” in bold above “Te Kāwanatanga o Aotearoa”, reversing the previous order. Supplied / Screenshot The government has updated...
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Ministry uncovers 267 different regulators, Seymour urges consolidation
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Samuel Rillstone David Seymour has unveiled a report from his Ministry of Regulation showing there are 267 regulators across New Zealand, but offering no...
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Advocacy – All boats of the Global Sumud Flotilla Confirmed Intercepted, Including Three New Zealanders
Source: Global Sumud Flotilla All boats sailing with The Global Sumud Flotilla are now confirmed to have been illegally intercepted by the IOF. Three New Zealanders are now being illegally...
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Argosy posts profit despite uncertain market conditions
Source: Radio New Zealand Argosy’s Neilson Street site in Onehunga. supplied / Argosy Property Limited Property investor Argosy has reported a steady full-year profit on rental growth and revaluation gains,...
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Government urged to prioritise retention of trained defence personnel
Source: Radio New Zealand Modern housing is needed to attract and keep personnel in Waiouru, the NZDF says. New Zealand Defence Force An advocacy group for military personnel is concerned...
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New Zealand leads global rollout of new Roblox Kids and Roblox Select accounts for under 16s
Source: Roblox New account types deliver age‑based content access and communication defaults designed for younger players SAN MATEO, California – Starting today, New Zealand is one of the first countries...
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How Auckland FC’s Callan Elliot fought his way back from the footballing wilderness
Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland FC and All Whites player Callan Elliot Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz In the space of 48 hours last week Callan Elliot could start to see the light...
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Universities – Six remarkable New Zealand climate solutions nominated for the 2026 Earthshot Prize – Vic
Source: Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington As the only university that’s an official nominator in New Zealand, Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is privileged to announce its choice...
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Serko boosts revenue, but still posts loss
Source: Radio New Zealand The Booking.com for Business website. Dan Satherley / RNZ Travel software company Serko has narrowed its full-year loss, while recording a strong improvement in revenue and...
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Submissions open on regulations to modernise the RUC system
Source: New Zealand Government The tech, finance, telecommunications and retail sectors are being invited to help shape proposed regulations for a modernised road user charges system, Transport Minister Chris Bishop...
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Greens oppose rushed disability support law changes
Source: Green Party The Green Party is opposing the Government’s Disability Support Services Bill, saying disabled people and whānau have once again been shut out of decisions that directly affect...
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Explainer – How New Zealand’s new anti-stalking laws will work
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ Explainer – Everybody knows what a stalker is. But until this month, stalking wasn’t officially a crime. The Crimes Legislation (Stalking and Harassment) Amendment Bill...
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Survivor Support and Recognition Fund provides $4.9 million memorialise and care for unmarked graves and support survivor initiatives
Source: New Zealand Government The Government continues to respond to the Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry with funding to seven local authorities to memorialise and care for unmarked...
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Greenhouse Gas Emissions for the 2024/25 Financial Year: Report and inventory
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 20 May 2026 This document provides the report and inventory for the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Ministry of Health | Manatū Hauora...
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‘Heartless’: Fears Wellington will be ‘ghost town’ after public service cuts
Source: Radio New Zealand Kirsten Saunders, the co-owner of Smith the Grocer, says the announcement of more job cuts is tough for the city’s morale. RNZ / Ellen O’Dwyer An...
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Rapid-build ward taking shape at Hawke’s Bay Hospital
Source: New Zealand Government The first modules for the new 28-bed rapid-build inpatient unit at Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital have now been lifted into place, Health Minister Simeon...
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Children’s enjoyment of reading, writing and maths drops
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF A national study has found New Zealand children’s enjoyment of reading, writing and maths has dropped, in some cases significantly. The number of older primary...
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Why average earners’ tax bill keeps growing
Source: Radio New Zealand Fiscal drag is a constant pressure on taxpayers’ wallets. RNZ Are you paying more tax, but no better off? Fiscal drag, or bracket creep, is the...
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Public servant ‘terrified’ job on the line again after government announces more cuts
Source: Radio New Zealand The government plans to slash public service jobs by about 14 percent over the next three years. RNZ / Quin Tauetau A public servant affected by...
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Hundreds submit on Fisheries proposal to manage shellfish in Auckland, Coromandel
Source: Radio New Zealand Fisheries New Zealand is reviewing management measures for recreational shellfish harvesting in Auckland and Coromandel. 123RF More than 300 people have submitted feedback to Fisheries New...
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Senior public servant misses out on top job after anonymous tipster reveals prior cocaine use
Source: Radio New Zealand A senior public servant was replaced as acting chief executive of a government organisation following revelations she once used cocaine prior to starting in the public...
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Police start taking ‘informal action’ after 0.6 percent pay rise
Source: Radio New Zealand “Offering us 0.6 percent is just frankly disgusting,” says one officer. File photo. RNZ / Richard Tindiller Some police officers say they are beginning unlawful industrial...
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Better mental health support could have prevented Tangaru-Noere Turia’s death – coroner
Source: Radio New Zealand The cordon in Papatoetoe after Tangaru-Noere Turia was shot by police in 2021. RNZ / Simon Rogers Tangaru-Noere Turia was showing signs of psychosis and wielding...
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Electrify Queenstown 2026 powers down after three-day showcase
Source: DESTINATION QUEENSTOWN & LAKE WĀNAKA TOURISM Queenstown, New Zealand (19 May 2026) Electrify Queenstown 2026 has wrapped after three days of energy, ideas and action, drawing more than 1,000...
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Electronic card transactions: April 2026 – Stats NZ information release
Source: Statistics New Zealand Electronic card transactions: April 2026 – information release 19 May 2026 The electronic card transactions (ECT) series cover debit, credit, and charge card transactions with New Zealand-based...