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Backing builders by cracking down on cowboys

· April 2, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is backing builders by making changes so Kiwis will more easily be able to identify high-quality, trusted professionals to carry out work on their...

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Unacceptable payment by KiwiRail

· April 2, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Rail Minister Winston Peters has described KiwiRail’s payment of $8 million to a management consultancy firm as unacceptable.“We are not criticising McKinsey, whose services were tendered...

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Investing in injury prevention in the manufacturing sector

· April 2, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government ACC’s investment in New Zealand’s crucial manufacturing sector is a significant step to help reduce injuries, keep workers safe, and support economic growth, say ACC Minister...

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Health and safety governance and management change coming

· April 2, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has agreed to clarify the distinction between governance and operational management health and safety responsibilities to reduce directors’ fear and risks of overcompliance, Workplace...

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Plain Language Act Repeal Bill passes first reading

· April 1, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Legislation to repeal the Plain Language Act, which is a waste of time and money, has passed its first reading in Parliament today, Public Service Minister...

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Government seeks to simplify Fringe Benefit Tax rules

· April 1, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Inland Revenue is launching public consultation on proposals to make the Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) rules easier and to reduce compliance costs for taxpayers, Revenue Minister Simon...

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Supporting better rehabilitation rates for injured Kiwis

· April 1, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Updates to ACC’s Accredited Employers Programme taking effect today are designed to improve workplace injury rehabilitation for around one-fifth of New Zealand’s workforce and support our...

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Northland water security receives $41m boost

· April 1, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Water projects in Northland will receive up to $41.5 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund to significantly increase the region’s water security and unlock economic growth,...

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Elective boost delivers more than 2,000 procedures

· April 1, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Partnering with the private health sector is delivering better access and shorter wait times for elective treatment, Health Minister Simeon Brown.  “Ensuring Kiwis have access to...

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Moves to rein in public sector bloat welcomed

· April 1, 2025

Source: ACT Party Welcoming an overhaul of the Public Service Act 2020, ACT Public Service spokesperson Todd Stephenson says: “Too many government agencies are trying to do too many things. Bureaucratic...