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Luxon missing in action as climate costs pile up

· May 7, 2026

Source: Green Party The Green Party says today’s National Climate Change Risk Assessment from the Climate Change Commission confirms Luxon’s failure to act on climate is driving up the cost of living...

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New biodiversity plan focuses on turning the tide

· May 7, 2026

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  23 April 2026 Source:  Office of the Minister of Conservation The Government has set out its priorities to restore biodiversity in New Zealand and make a...

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NZ Ambassador to Chair WTO General Council

· May 7, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay has welcomed the appointment of Ambassador Clare Kelly as Chair of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) General Council.  It is...

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Senior doctors vote to accept settlement

· May 7, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has welcomed the ratification of a new collective agreement for members of Association of Salaried Medical Specialists (ASMS), who represent Senior Medical...

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Frigate project progress key for maritime security

· May 7, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is progressing work to replace the Royal New Zealand Navy’s aging frigates as part of broader efforts to strengthen New Zealand’s Defence capability, Defence...

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Boost for cycling infrastructure across NZ

· May 7, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing up to $7.1 million to upgrade six Great Rides cycle trails, strengthening regional tourism and safety, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston...

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Protections locked in to stop abuse in overseas adoptions

· May 7, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is moving to permanently shut down loopholes that allowed children adopted overseas to be brought into unsafe homes, says Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee....