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Finish line in sight in Mycoplasma bovis eradication

· December 1, 2025

Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI), OSPRI, and the country’s dairy and beef sectors are today marking that New Zealand is on the home...

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Getting rates under control for ratepayers

· December 1, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has agreed to progress a rates cap to help councils keep rates increases under control and reduce pressure on household budgets, Local Government Minister...

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Pharmac proposal to improve rural access to emergency medicines

· December 1, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister with responsibility for Pharmac David Seymour, and Associate Health Minister with responsibility for Rural Health Matt Doocey welcome Pharmac’s proposal to fund access...

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New procurement rules will be monitored

· December 1, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Officials will report six-monthly on the new government procurement rules which take effect today to ensure they are being complied with, Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis...

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Tasman’s Great Taste Trail on track to re-open

· December 1, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Tasman’s popular Great Taste Cycle Trail is on track to reopen the iconic Spooners Tunnel section by the end of December, following significant progress on repairs...

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Open Banking goes live for Kiwi customers

· December 1, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Open banking goes live today, opening the door to faster loan approvals, easier bill management, and personalised budgeting insights, Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson...