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Test to strengthen citizenship by grant process

· May 6, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Minister of Internal Affairs Brooke van Velden announced today that a test to strengthen the citizenship by grant process will be introduced from late 2027. “Citizenship...

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Global milk prices rise after previous slides

· May 6, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand 123rf A drop in milk volumes sold saw prices rise at the Global Dairy Trade auction overnight, stopping the slide seen at the previous two events....

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Young people in Northland to get better crisis support

· May 6, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Young people in Northland will have access to a better crisis response, with a dedicated Youth Acute Respite Service opening alongside three additional Youth Suicide Prevention...

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Mayors consider government’s amalgamation ultimatum

· May 6, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Some mayors say council reforms will help communities gain their voice, while others fear they’ll lose their identity. Ministers on Tuesday gave councils an ultimatum: come...

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What the deal with Singapore means for New Zealand

· May 6, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon with Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. SUPPLIED Explainer – New Zealand has signed a deal with Singapore that will ensure...

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Federated Farmers message to provinces: seize your destiny

· May 5, 2026

Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers is welcoming the much-needed reform of local government announced today, and says councils should get cracking. The Government has given councils a three-month window to put...

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Prime Minister wraps visit to Singapore

· May 5, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has concluded a two-day visit to Singapore, where he met Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and shored up critical fuel supply with...