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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...

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Proposed options to improve equine traceability

· July 1, 2026

Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Update – 29 June 2026 Webinar schedule released Have your say The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is seeking feedback on 4 options to...

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Bill passed to tackle antisocial road users

· June 30, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has delivered on its commitment to crack down on boy racers, fleeing drivers, and other antisocial road users, with Parliament passing the Antisocial Road...

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NZ restaurants serve MICHELIN Guide success

· June 30, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand’s world-class hospitality sector is shining on the global stage, with MICHELIN Guide recognising Kiwi restaurants as must-visit destinations for food lovers, Tourism and Hospitality...

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PSA statement on death at Waikato Hospital ED

· June 30, 2026

Source: PSA No-one should be waiting nine hours or even longer at any Emergency Department in this country, the PSA says in the wake of reports of a person dying at...

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Five judges for the price of none

· June 30, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Courts are set to receive a double boost, with two Bills introduced today to expand the role of Community Magistrates and modernise remote participation, says Courts...

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Transport industry award winners honoured at Parliament

· June 30, 2026

Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Seven exceptional contributions to Aotearoa’s road freight sector were honoured at Transporting Zealand’s industry awards ceremony in the capital on Friday night. An independent...

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New TAIC Commissioner appointed

· June 30, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Transport Minister James Meager has confirmed a new Commissioner to the Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC) has been appointed. Aeeden Boadita-Cormican will serve as a...