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A brighter future for derelict MIT sites in Ōtara

· September 2, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Deteriorating and vacant buildings at two former Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT) sites in Ōtara will be demolished, clearing the way for future redevelopment of more...

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Opening the farm gate to first-time buyers

· September 2, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Farm workers will soon be able to use their own KiwiSaver savings to buy their first home under legislation introduced this week, say Finance Minister Nicola...

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New roadmap for supporting unpaid carers

· September 2, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has launched today a new action plan to recognise the thousands of unpaid or informal carers across the country who are at home providing care for...

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Sod turned on Nelson Hospital’s new inpatient building

· September 2, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The sod has been turned on Nelson Hospital’s new 128-bed inpatient building, marking the beginning of construction, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “We know how important...

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Greater powers to go after fraudsters

· September 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Legislation which provides the Serious Fraud Office with greater powers to go after criminals has passed its final reading in Parliament today, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith...

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Foundational legislation strengthens support

· September 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The voice of the disability community is reflected in Disability Support Services legislation which passed its final reading in Parliament today. Minister for Disability Issues Louise...

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Rates Capping Bill passes first reading

· September 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Legislation to halt excessive rates increases and ensure councils’ focus to be on fixing the basics and keeping rates affordable has passed its first reading in...

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Free cervical screening for all women

· September 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Cervical screening will be free for all eligible women from 1 March 2027, Health Minister Simeon Brown and Women’s Minister Nicola Grigg say. “Today I am...