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Paramedics to be able to prescribe medicines

· June 6, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Paramedics will be given the authority to prescribe medicines, enabling more patients to be treated in the community and helping reduce pressure on emergency departments, Health...

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Waste funding for Waihi Refuse Transfer Station upgrade

· June 5, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government An upgrade of the Waihi Recycling Transfer Station that will significantly reduce waste going to landfill and boost recycling capacity has been announced by Environment Minister...

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Workers’ analysis of Budget 2026

· June 5, 2026

Source: NZCTU Security for all? The government has framed Budget 26 as one that will “secure New Zealand’s future”. The key argument that Minister Willis and Prime Minister Luxon want...

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Ashburton community birthing unit upgrade underway

· June 5, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Construction is now underway on a major upgrade of the community birthing unit at Ashburton Hospital, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “This investment will help ensure...

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Parenting support strengthened with Budget investment

· June 5, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Thousands more families will have access to evidence-based support to help parents meet their children’s learning and development needs, following a $20 million investment in parenting...