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NZ reopens for petroleum exploration
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
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
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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Legislation – New low from Govt in Public Service Act changes aimed at ending long term planning, diversity and inclusion and pay equity – PSA
Source: PSA The Government’s proposed changes to the Public Service Act, to be debated in Parliament today, aim to strip away key provisions that ensure fairness, equality and long-term planning in...
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Reform of import health systems begins
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
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
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)...
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19 funded medicines to change brands following community consultation
Source: PHARMAC Pharmac has awarded contracts to a range of suppliers following its annual tender process, which will mean 19 medicines will be changing brands in the coming months. The...
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HRC struggles to rustle up ‘Conversion Therapy’ complaints
Source: Family First MEDIA RELEASE – 30 July 2025 The $2.25m taxpayer-funded complaints centre set up by the Human Rights Commission for receiving complaints about ‘conversion therapy’ has struggled to...
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Applications open for 2026 On Farm Support Science Scholarships | NZ Government
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries A scholarship programme run by the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has started producing the next generation of on-farm advisers to support farmers and...
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Stronger accountability for your rates
Source: New Zealand Government Key metrics published today show how much councils are spending and what they are spending it on, which has a direct impact on your rates, Local...
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Strengthening sustainable tourism at iconic sites
Source: New Zealand Government A $17.5 million investment into strengthening sustainable tourism at some of the country’s most popular natural attractions will support jobs and incomes for regional economies, Conservation...
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Heritage tourism boost to support local economies
Source: New Zealand Government A $4.5 million investment to develop tourism at places with unique cultural heritage will help create jobs and boost incomes in rural economies, Conservation Minister Tama...
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Killing weeds and wildings for economic growth
Source: New Zealand Government Tourism and rural businesses will benefit from Government action to eradicate invasive weeds from popular landscapes including progressing the development of world-leading early detection technology, Conservation...
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Maternal mental health boost for four regions
Source: New Zealand Government More women and families in need of specialist mental health support during and after pregnancy will soon have better access to care, with new investment being...
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Health and safety regulations to support science and technology
Source: New Zealand Government Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden is consulting on proposed changes to health and safety regulations to better support innovation in New Zealand’s science...
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Poverty and Hunger – Oxfam reaction to United Nations SOFI 2025 report
Source: Oxfam Aotearoa In reaction to the United Nations’ 2025 edition of “The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World” (SOFI) report launched today, showing only a slight progress in reducing...
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Banking – Government approves next phase of capital raise process to support Kiwibank’s growth – Kiwibank
Source: Kiwibank 30 July 2025 – In December 2024, the Government announced it was exploring a private placement of capital to continue to accelerate Kiwibank’s growth. Since then, Kiwibank’s parent...
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Pacific Century Premium Developments Limited announces interim results for six months ended June 30, 2025
Source: Media Outreach 2025Interim Results – Financial Highlights(Figures for the corresponding period in 2024 are shown in brackets) Consolidated revenue: HK$ 736 million (HK$ 545 million) Consolidated net loss attributable...
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Shenzhen and Hong Kong Join Hands to Promote the Development of the Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science & Technology Innovation Co-operation Zone
Source: Media Outreach “Driving the Globalization of Clinical Trials in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, Implementing the First Key Cross-Border Multi-Center Clinical Trial Project” HONG KONG SAR – Media...
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Launch of From the Ground Up: a draft strategy to unlock New Zealand’s geothermal potential.
Source: New Zealand Government Introduction It is my pleasure to welcome you, in my capacity as Minister for Resources and Regional Development, to the launch of From the Ground Up:...
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Ambitious course set for NZ’s geothermal potential
Source: New Zealand Government Doubling the production of geothermal energy by 2040 for electricity generation and direct heat applications is part of an ambitious plan to harness the vast potential...
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Allianz Commercial: Insurance market for hydrogen could reach more than US$3 billion by 2030
Source: Media Outreach Hydrogen demand could increase fivefold by 2050, while clean production may rise to 60% by 2035, driven by significant investments and planned projects globally. While market potential...
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Transporting New Zealand releases “How-To” HPMV Permitting Videos
Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Over the last 15 years or so, High Productivity Motor Vehicles (HPMVs) have become more visible on New Zealand roads. They are heavier, longer,...
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Finance Sector – FinCap to launch report calling for controls on debt collectors
Source: FinCap FinCap will launch its annual Voices report at Parliament on 31 July, at an event hosted by Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson. The report will provide data...
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SH2 Riverstone Terraces safety upgrades
Source: New Zealand Government Safety improvements will begin soon on State Highway 2 (SH2) at the Moonshine Hill Road intersection at Riverstone Terraces in Upper Hutt, including intersection upgrades and...
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Rural News – Practical safety reforms welcome news for farmers – Federated Farmers
Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers is welcoming new Government proposals to make farm health and safety rules more practical and grounded in real-world farming. Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van...