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All WorkSafe inspectors upskilled on machine safety

· July 3, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden says all WorkSafe New Zealand inspectors have completed updated machine safety training, strengthening how machinery risk is assessed and managed in New Zealand.  This updated...

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Curriculum release dates confirmed for Years 0-10

· July 3, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The updated National Curriculum for Years 0–10 will be released by 9 September 2026, following consultation with the education sector and the public, Education Minister Erica...

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Landmark bill to improve the building system and boost growth

· July 2, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Building system reforms are set to make construction easier, faster and more affordable while also strengthening protections for homeowners, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk says....

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Nationwide roll-out of oral language programme to ECEs

· July 2, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is funding a major expansion of the New Zealand-developed ENRICH programme to help young children build the language skills they need, Education Minister Erica...

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Home test will unlock lower bowel screening age

· July 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government A home test rolling out nationwide will mean more New Zealanders can get faster assessment of bowel symptoms, while also helping free up specialist capacity needed...

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Nature therapy – what the DOC recommends

· July 1, 2026

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  01 July 2026 From July 1 DOC is asking people to take small actions that don’t require a massive effort but will help nature in...

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Prime Minister’s Science Prizes announced

· July 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Groundbreaking research in neonatal care that has saved thousands of lives worldwide is recognised among the winners of the 2025 Prime Minister’s Science Prizes. Science, Innovation...

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Regulatory Standards Act takes effect, Board ready for work

· July 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Regulatory Standards Act is in effect, and the Regulatory Standards Board is taking complaints from Kiwis about bad regulations, Regulation Minister David Seymour says.  “Today...

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Registration of stillborn babies to be made easier

· July 1, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Grieving parents who are coping with stillbirth will be able to register their baby through a dedicated website, Whetūrangitia, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says. “Losing...

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$40.7m boost backs university research from lab to market

· June 30, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government University researchers will benefit from a $40.68 million boost in Government support to help commercialise their innovations, alongside new Intellectual Property (IP) rules taking effect from...

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Appointments to the Infrastructure Commission

· June 30, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop has today announced the reappointment of Deputy Chair Sue Tindal and the appointment of new director Natasha Possenniskie to the New Zealand...

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Te reo Māori names gifted to five Auckland regional parks 

· June 29, 2026

Source: Auckland Council Five Auckland regional parks have received Māori names and narratives, helping to strengthen the cultural identity of Tāmaki Makaurau and reconnect some of Auckland’s most well-known landscapes...

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DOC’s catch of the day: tasty science insights

· June 29, 2026

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  29 June 2026 That’s the message from the Department of Conservation and its partners as they embark on lobster surveys in marine protection areas around...

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Primary birthing unit opens in central Auckland

· June 26, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Health New Zealand’s first primary birthing unit in central Auckland was officially opened by Associate Health Minister Casey Costello today. Whānau Ngā Uri, which is located...

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Speech to Transporting NZ Conference

· June 26, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Importance of the freight sector I want to begin by stating the obvious: we understand how critical the freight sector is to New Zealand’s success. Freight...

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Cutting red tape for freight operators

· June 26, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government From early August, practical regulatory changes will help businesses manage the impacts of fuel price uncertainty, Regulation Minister David Seymour and Transport Minister Chris Bishop say....