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Huts with History – specialist Heritage Rangers move projects forward 

· July 8, 2026

Source: NZ Department of Conservation DOC ranger Tim Groenendijk, Project Lead Heritage for the Lower North Island, has a unique role, he’s ensuring that the heritage of the region is maintained for future generations. He is one of ten specialist Heritage Ranger Project...

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Fifth new petroleum application targets Taranaki

· July 8, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government An application targeting frontier deepwater in the Taranaki Basin marks the fifth permit application to prospect or explore for petroleum since the removal of the exploration...

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eInvoicing surge gets Kiwi businesses paid faster

· July 8, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Kiwi businesses are on track for up to $800 million a year in productivity gains once eInvoicing is fully adopted, with uptake already more than doubling...

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Who’s listening to our disability advocates?

· July 7, 2026

Source: Opportunity Party > By Qiulae Wong   To support communities well, leaders need to listen well first.  The Disability Support Services (DSS) Bill is frustrating the resource-stretched community it...

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Charitable giving tax credit cap

· July 7, 2026

Source: Opportunity Party > Key Details If elected, Opportunity will repeal the cap on donations eligible for the 33% donation tax credit.  New Zealand’s charitable sector has real regulatory problems....

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Sod turned on new Clyde Primary Maternity Unit

· July 3, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Families across Central Otago are a step closer to welcoming their babies in their own community, with the sod now turned on the new Clyde Primary...

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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...