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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...

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DOC staff delight at rare spotted skink sighting

· August 10, 2026

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  10 August 2026 In the most recent threat ranking, an expert panel classified the Canterbury spotted skink as Nationally Endangered. There are thought to be...

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Delmore residential development Fast-tracked

· August 10, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Delmore residential development in Auckland has been granted Fast-track approval, says Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop.  This is the 30th project and 11th project in Auckland...

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500 schools nationwide selected for solar panels

· August 10, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Five hundred schools have been selected for solar technology under the Government’s plan to improve schools’ energy affordability and resilience, Energy Minister Simeon Brown and Education...

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Business funding now easier to find

· August 7, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Kiwi businesses can now find their share of the $400 million a year the Government puts into business grants, funds, and equity schemes in minutes rather...

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Total Mobility scheme strengthened following review

· August 7, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is making changes to strengthen the Total Mobility scheme and give disabled people greater transport choice, Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Disability Issues Minister...

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Prioritisation activity in the June quarter

· August 6, 2026

Source: PHARMAC Pharmac’s Prioritisation Update provides the latest information about applications for medicines, vaccines, and related products that we’ve assessed for funding. Proactively releasing this information is part of our...

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Community concerns result in serious charges

· August 6, 2026

Source: New Zealand Police A Far North man is facing serious charges relating to child exploitation material after community concerns prompted a Police investigation. Northland Police expect more charges to...

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Minerals royalty regime transparent, broadly fair

· August 6, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government An independent analysis of New Zealand’s minerals royalty regime and the Crown’s return from mineral development has found it is transparent and broadly comparable with similar...

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All Aboard: City Rail Link Opens on 13 September

· August 6, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Auckland’s City Rail Link (CRL) will open to passengers on 13 September, with Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown confirming the long-awaited opening date. “This is one of the most...

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Feedback sought on Great Barrier rock lobster

· August 5, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones is inviting feedback on proposals for managing rock lobster fishing around Aotea-Great Barrier Island. “Aotea-Great Barrier Local Board and Ngāti...