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Judge-Alone trial protocol aims to speed up justice

· August 1, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Courts Nicole McKee has welcomed the rollout of an updated protocol for judge-alone trials, effective from today (1 August), aimed at further enhancing court...

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Positive progress in courts as sentencing adjournments drop

· August 1, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Courts Nicole McKee is welcoming new data showing a significant drop in sentencing adjournments in the District Court, reflecting ongoing improvements in court efficiency....

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Ōtaki to north of Levin construction contracts signed

· August 1, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Transport Minister Chris Bishop has welcomed news the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) has signed construction contracts with two alliances to build the new Ōtaki to north...

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Patient-focused New Zealand Health Plan tabled

· August 1, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Health New Zealand’s New Zealand Health Plan was presented to Parliament this morning. Developed by Health New Zealand, the plan is a requirement under the Pae...

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Minister announces SOE appointments

· August 1, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Seven reappointments and seven new appointments to eight companies in the State Owned Enterprises portfolio have been made, ensuring these companies are equipped with the skills...

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Boosting the nurse practitioner workforce

· August 1, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Expressions of interest open today for registered nurses wanting to take the next training step in their career to become nurse practitioners, Health Minister Simeon Brown...

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Increasing probate threshold for families

· July 31, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has agreed to increase the probate threshold from $15,000 to $40,000 to save families time and money when accessing assets of deceased loved ones,...

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Crown Minerals Amendment Bill a Step in the Right Direction

· July 31, 2025

Source: Energy Resources Aotearoa Energy Resources Aotearoa welcomes the passage of the Crown Minerals Amendment Bill into law, describing it as an important contribution to restoring investment confidence and strengthening New...

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Mining positivity internationally recognised

· July 31, 2025

Source: New Zealand Minerals Council Today’s passing of the Crown Minerals Amendment Act is the cherry on top of a great week for mining, says New Zealand Minerals Council chief executive...

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Federated Farmers back Government health & safety review

· July 31, 2025

Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers is backing moves to review health and safety rules for farmers, saying it’s unfortunate some seem to have completely misunderstood the Minister’s announcement. “Taking a closer...

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NZ reaffirms strong ties with Solomon Islands

· July 31, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Foreign Minister Winston Peters met with Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele in Wellington today, reaffirming New Zealand’s close ties to...

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Public service to get back to basics, deliver value

· July 31, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Legislation to overhaul the public service so it focuses on getting back to basics and delivering value for money to taxpayers has passed its first reading,...

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NZ reopens for petroleum exploration

· July 31, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Operators will be able to apply for new petroleum exploration permits as early as September following the third reading of the Crown Minerals Amendment Bill, Resources...

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Ministers welcome new FBI office in Wellington

· July 31, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The FBI’s upgrade of its Wellington office demonstrates the strength of the Five Eyes partnership and enhances the safety and security of New Zealanders, the Minister...

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Victory for vintage vehicles and private motorhomes

· July 31, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government From 1 September, commonsense changes will see vintage light vehicles and private heavy motorhomes moving to annual vehicle inspections rather than six-monthly, Transport Minister Chris Bishop...

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Reform of import health systems begins

· July 31, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is taking decisive steps to modernise New Zealand’s import health system, with a new programme aimed at significantly reducing the time it takes to...

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Pharmac makes annual tender decisions

· July 31, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour welcomes Pharmac’s decision to reduce the cost of some funded medicines to free up money for new medicines. “For many New...

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ECE reform gives the sector rights and the regulator purpose

· July 31, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour has introduced new legislation to set out the purpose of regulating early childhood education (ECE) and put the Education Review Office (ERO)...