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New research to support yellow-legged hornet response

· June 23, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Four new research projects will help the ongoing efforts, led by Biosecurity New Zealand, to eradicate the yellow-legged hornet from New Zealand, say Science Minister Penny...

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Funding boost for hospices across New Zealand

· June 23, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Hospices will receive a funding boost to strengthen palliative care services across New Zealand, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Thousands of New Zealanders and their families...

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Disabled leadership capability backed

· June 22, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government A range of disability community organisations have been awarded funding to strengthen their governance capability by the Ministry of Disabled People – Whaikaha.  Disability Issues Minister...

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Government amps up Rockquest funding

· June 20, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has increased annual funding for events delivered by Rockquest Promotions by $50,000 per year, acknowledging the rising costs for these events, Education Minister Erica...

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99.5 per cent benefiting from KiwiSaver change

· June 20, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government 99.5 per cent of people contributing to KiwiSaver through their wages or salaries can look forward to greater security in retirement thanks to the increase in...

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GPs overwhelmingly back funding deal

· June 19, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Local GP clinics will receive a major funding boost to help more New Zealanders get an appointment when they need one, with investment targeted to where...

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Funding boost for aged residential care sector

· June 19, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government A funding boost will strengthen aged residential care services and improve support for older New Zealanders, Health Minister Simeon Brown and Associate Health Minister Casey Costello...

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Funding boost for community pharmacies

· June 19, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Community pharmacies will receive a funding boost to help more New Zealanders access timely healthcare closer to home, Health Minister Simeon Brown says.  “Community pharmacies are often the...