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New template to simplify prequalification process

· August 20, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government WorkSafe has created a new prequalification template designed to make it easier for construction businesses to be brought on to jobs, which will be especially helpful for smaller contractors, says Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety, Brooke van Velden.  Prequalification is a...

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Building the future of data for rural communities

· August 20, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Rural families, communities and businesses will be better represented by a new work programme to strengthen rural data in New Zealand’s official statistics, Statistics Minister Scott...

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Health (Offensive Trades Removal) Order 2026

· August 20, 2026

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 13 August 2026 Document download Summary of Underpinning Analysis: Health (Offensive Trades Removal) Order 2026 ( pdf, 127.87 KB ) Good law-making:...

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Achieving competitive urban land markets in new system

· August 19, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Achieving competitive urban land markets in new system The government will establish an independent economic umpire to ensure councils achieve competitive urban land markets through the...

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More juice into blackcurrant exports

· August 19, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is backing a project to transform the blackcurrant sector into a global leader in premium, science-backed and high-value health ingredients, says Agriculture Minister Todd...

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New peer-led beds for a better crisis response

· August 18, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government People in need of a better crisis response will have faster access to support with new peer-led beds being opened in Auckland and the lower South...

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New Zealand and Viet Nam deepen education connections

· August 18, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand and Viet Nam have strengthened their commitment to education cooperation and deepening connections between tertiary education institutions, says Minister for Tertiary Education Penny Simmonds....

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WPATH admit their position is debatable

· August 17, 2026

Source: Family First The so-called experts on chemicalising and confusing children in the false attempt to make a boy a girl and a girl a boy (WPATH) made a stunning...

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Next steps on Waitematā Harbour crossing

· August 17, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Government will undertake a Detailed Business Case (DBC) on options for an additional Waitemata Harbour Crossing (WHC), including looking at funding and financing and delivery Project...

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Faster access to innovation for farmers and growers

· August 13, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Farmers, growers and rural businesses are getting faster access to the products they need to protect crops, manage pests and remain competitive, Environment Minister Nicola Grigg...

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Puka field mining permit application approved

· August 13, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government A new petroleum mining permit will bring additional natural gas to the domestic market over the next decade and generate valuable export earnings from new oil...

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Charter school rolls grow again, by almost 18%

· August 13, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Today’s roll return data tells us what we already knew; families want schooling options that reflect the needs of their children, says Associate Education Minister David...

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Disability community informs improvements to DSS Bill

· August 13, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Social Services and Community Select Committee’s report back on the Disability Support Services Bill includes a number of amendments responding to feedback from the disability...

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Police acknowledge IPCA findings in unjustified pursuit

· August 13, 2026

Source: New Zealand Police Police acknowledge and accept the findings of the Independent Police Conduct Authority released today concerning a fatal unjustified pursuit three years ago. On 13 July 2023,...

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Speech: Civil Contractors NZ Conference

· August 13, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Good morning, everyone. I’m excited to be here at the Civil Contractors New Zealand conference. I’d like to acknowledge David Howard, Alan Pollard and their team...

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Community voices helping shape Canterbury's biosecurity future

· August 12, 2026

Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Community voices helping shape Canterbury’s biosecurity future | Environment Canterbury Date: 12 Aug 2026 Knowledgeable community members will help inform the future of biosecurity in...

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Speech to the New Zealand hydrogen hui

· August 12, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Introduction Tēnā koutou katoa. Thank you for the opportunity to speak this morning. It is my pleasure to welcome you all to the Hydrogen Hui, an...