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Welcoming More Visitors From China
Sunday, 15 June 2025, 1:58 pm | New Zealand Government
“Our immigration settings play an important role in brightening our country’s economic future. More than 240,000 Chinese visitor visas were granted in 2024, and we want those numbers to grow,” Immigration Minister Erica Stanford says. More >>
Affordable Homes To Address Rotorua Housing Shortage
Sunday, 15 June 2025, 1:35 pm | New Zealand Government
The new homes will complement RLC’s new Rotorua Housing Plan to enable iwi and hapu housing aspirations, increase housing choice and support diverse housing needs. The plan was developed with extensive local engagement. More >>
Putting Patients First: Government To Refocus Health System On Outcomes
Saturday, 14 June 2025, 2:57 pm | New Zealand Government
This Government is focused on delivery – getting the basics right, fixing what the previous Government broke, and ensuring New Zealanders have access to timely, quality healthcare, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. More >>
Foreign Minister Visit Strengthens Ties With Indonesia
Friday, 13 June 2025, 9:01 pm | New Zealand Government
We are pleased to have made tangible, concrete progress today across the Indonesia relationship, which will deliver benefits for the New Zealand and Indonesian people, says Foreign Minister Winston Peters. More >>
New Modular Units Will Expand Bed Capacity During Hospital Upgrades
Friday, 13 June 2025, 3:25 pm | New Zealand Government
Each unit will provide between 28 and 32 beds, delivering a rapid uplift of at least 112 inpatient beds across the country. With a design life of up to 50 years, these relocatable units can be moved between sites depending on clinical need and demand, ... More >>
ACT Councillors Will Oppose Local Government Climate Activism
Friday, 13 June 2025, 3:03 pm | ACT New Zealand
In Parliament, ACT is addressing local climate activism with Mark Cameron’s member’s bill to stop councils from considering emissions in their land use plans. More >>
Police Commissioner’s Directive On Training Standards Welcomed
Friday, 13 June 2025, 2:58 pm | New Zealand Government
The review highlights an over-use of discretion being applied to admit people that do not meet a variety of standards to the Police College. There is no doubt in my mind that the priorities set by the previous government around recruiting contributed ... More >>
Supercharging Residential Solar Power Generation
Friday, 13 June 2025, 2:41 pm | New Zealand Government
Rooftop solar will play a crucial role in supporting energy security and reducing emissions. But our networks need to be able to better support the growing flow of electricity from consumers, while also dealing with growing demand for more electric ... More >>
Skilled Trades On Fast Tracked To Residence
Friday, 13 June 2025, 2:20 pm | New Zealand Government
From 18 August 2025, ten new trades occupations will be added to the Green List’s Work to Residence pathway. This requires a migrant to have worked in a relevant occupation in New Zealand for an Accredited Employer for two years before applying for residence. More >>
Successful Childhood Immunisation Programme Delivering Results
Friday, 13 June 2025, 1:29 pm | New Zealand Government
The Immunising our Tamariki programme focuses on reaching children and families who are yet to receive their immunisation through traditional pathways such as GP practices, particularly in communities with historically low immunisation rates. More >>
High Court Associate Judge Appointed
Friday, 13 June 2025, 1:28 pm | New Zealand Government
Attorney-General Judith Collins today announced the appointment of Liz Gellert as an Associate Judge of the High Court. Her appointment is effective from 21 July and she will sit in Auckland. More >>
Stronger Forestry Ties With India Driving Export Growth
Friday, 13 June 2025, 1:26 pm | New Zealand Government
The inbound visit, supported by industry partners, will showcase New Zealand’s world-class forestry systems and sustainable management practices. While the outbound mission will continue to open doors for deeper commercial and government partnerships. More >>
$33 Million Into More Classrooms For Central North Island Schools
Friday, 13 June 2025, 1:25 pm | New Zealand Government
Construction on these projects will begin over the next 12 months, which means schools, families, and communities can start experiencing the benefits as soon as possible,” Education Minister Erica Stanford says. More >>
Judicial Conduct Panel To Inquire Into Judge’s Conduct
Friday, 13 June 2025, 1:24 pm | New Zealand Government
Following an inquiry, the Panel will provide me with a report, including its opinion as to whether consideration of Judge Aitken’s removal is justified, says Paul Goldsmith, Acting Attorney-General. More >>
Prime Minister To Visit China And Europe
Friday, 13 June 2025, 1:21 pm | New Zealand Government
The visit will focus on growing trade, which was worth over $38 billion last year, as well as also look to strengthen education and tourism links and to maximise opportunities for New Zealand businesses. More >>
Government Backs Voluntary Nature Credits
Thursday, 12 June 2025, 4:06 pm | New Zealand Government
The development of a nature credit market is important to investors and New Zealand’s reputation. More >>
ACT Launches Petition To Dump Te Mana o te Wai
Thursday, 12 June 2025, 2:52 pm | ACT New Zealand
Instead of clear metrics like nitrate levels or sedimentation rates, councils are being asked to assess spiritual values that cannot be measured or contested, says ACT Agriculture spokesperson Mark Cameron. More >>
Backing New Zealand’s Native Forest Champions
Thursday, 12 June 2025, 1:47 pm | New Zealand Government
With 59 entries this year, the awards show what’s possible when innovation meets local knowledge — from farmers and lifestyle block owners to iwi and forestry companies. More >>
Operation Gallant Phoenix Deployment Extended
Thursday, 12 June 2025, 12:30 pm | New Zealand Government
“This operation is essential to our commitment to a safe and secure New Zealand,” Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters says. More >>
Biodiversity Credit Won’t Fix Damage Done By Luxon Govt
Thursday, 12 June 2025, 12:24 pm | Green Party
“This is a bandaid on a gaping wound which does nothing to address a deepening crisis and runs the risk of being mere greenwashing,” says the Green Party spokesperson for Agriculture Steve Abel. More >>
Out Of Sight, Out Of Mana- Rotorua Lakes Council’s Callous Attack On Homeless Whānau
Thursday, 12 June 2025, 12:22 pm | Te Pati Maori
Homelessness is not a lifestyle choice. It is a direct result of government neglect, decades of failed housing policy, and a refusal to see the humanity in our most marginalised people. More >>
New And Improved Radiology Services For Auckland City Hospital
Thursday, 12 June 2025, 12:08 pm | New Zealand Government
The expansion, expected to be operational by early 2027, will significantly boost capacity for emergency stroke interventions and complex neuroradiology procedures – including specialist treatments for children from across the country. More >>
Member’s Bill Would Reduce The Number Of Auckland Local Boards
Thursday, 12 June 2025, 11:10 am | New Zealand National Party
The bill would amend section the Local Government Act to set a statutory cap on Auckland local board numbers at 15. However, this does not necessarily mean fewer local board members – currently at 149. More >>
New Zealand Hits Digital Economy Milestone
Thursday, 12 June 2025, 9:05 am | New Zealand Government
The NZBN is a simple idea with a big impact. It gives each business a unique identifier that makes it easier to work with government, other businesses and suppliers – saving time, cutting duplication and reducing admin. More >>
New Zealand Food And Fibre Exports On Track To Break New Records
Thursday, 12 June 2025, 7:27 am | New Zealand Government
“The numbers speak for themselves, but the Government remains laser-focused on doubling the value of exports in 10 years, driving higher farm & forest gate returns, and backing the long-term capability, resilience, and health of rural New Zealand,” ... More >>
Elective Boost Delivers Over 9,500 Additional Procedures So Far
Thursday, 12 June 2025, 7:22 am | New Zealand Government
“This is what putting patients first looks like. We are focused on increasing delivery of elective treatments – across both public and private hospitals – to reduce wait times for Kiwis needing procedures like hip replacements or cataract surgery,” ... More >>
Foreign Minister Strengthens Relationship With Italy
Thursday, 12 June 2025, 7:02 am | New Zealand Government
Mr Peters and Italy’s Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani met in Rome overnight and confirmed the strength of the bilateral relationship that New Zealand and Italy share. More >>
Wool Carpets For State Houses A Win-Win
Thursday, 12 June 2025, 6:58 am | New Zealand Government
State housing agency Kāinga Ora announced today that from next month, a new supplier agreement will deliver woollen carpets for the fit-out of new state homes. More >>
PM Must Stop Changes Further Failing Children
Wednesday, 11 June 2025, 4:46 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
“Christopher Luxon must step in and cancel boot camps and restore funding to frontline community providers before it’s too late,” Labour children’s spokesperson Willow-Jean Prime said. More >>
New Report Confirms Oranga Tamariki Is Failing Tamariki And Government Is Failing Māori
Wednesday, 11 June 2025, 4:12 pm | Green Party
We cannot continue to repeat history and pave the way for another Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care. We cannot let the Government give up on our most vulnerable kids by repeating cycles that have been continuing for generations. More >>
Partnership Approach To FMD Signed And Sealed
Wednesday, 11 June 2025, 3:16 pm | New Zealand Government
Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard says the agreement reflects years of work and a shared commitment to protecting New Zealand’s vital livestock sector. More >>
Public Consultation Begins On Legal Aid Review
Wednesday, 11 June 2025, 2:55 pm | New Zealand Government
I encourage everyone to make a submission and ensure their voice is heard. This feedback will help frame the advice on options for the future of the scheme, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says. More >>
Solar On Farms: Unlocking Farm Cost Savings
Wednesday, 11 June 2025, 1:09 pm | New Zealand Government
Solar on Farms is a practical support package that helps farmers determine if solar and battery systems are right for them by working with them to navigate the details of installing and leveraging this technology for their businesses. More >>
New Zealand Grass-Fed Certification To Take On Global Competitors
Wednesday, 11 June 2025, 1:02 pm | New Zealand Government
The voluntary scheme, developed in partnership between the Primary Sector and the MPI, sets a clear definition for grass-fed products. Producers who meet the standard can be assessed and display the trusted Grass-Fed certification on their products ... More >>
Speech: Hon Andrew Hoggard To Federated Farmers At Fieldays
Wednesday, 11 June 2025, 11:56 am | ACT New Zealand
We want to see a thriving primary sector that’s not weighed down by complexity, but supported to innovate, grow, and lead, says ACT MP Hon Andrew Hoggard. More >>
Innovative Pasture Project To Drive Farmgate Returns
Wednesday, 11 June 2025, 11:43 am | New Zealand Government
“This is a smart investment that will deliver real outcomes for farmers — increasing pasture performance, extending productive lifespan, cutting re-grassing costs, and improving profitability across the board,” Agriculture Minister Todd McClay said. More >>
Climate Activists Dressed As Lawyers Would Sacrifice Farmers To The Climate Gods
Wednesday, 11 June 2025, 11:14 am | ACT New Zealand
ACT is committed to climate policies that are practical, not performative. We will back Kiwi innovation, not regulation for its own sake. We’ll support farmers, not sue them. We know that when farmers do well, all New Zealanders are better off. More >>
Radiology Backlog Cleared At Taranaki Base Hospital
Wednesday, 11 June 2025, 11:12 am | New Zealand Government
Taranaki Base Hospital will continue to use private capacity where needed – an approach that is consistent with the Government’s broader strategy to reduce waitlists across the health system. More >>
Saying Yes To More Housing
Wednesday, 11 June 2025, 10:58 am | New Zealand Government
Today’s announcements are a result of Auckland Council and the Government working together to deliver a plan for more housing that works for Auckland. More >>
ACT Responds To Legislation To Restrict Farm-To-Forest Conversions
Wednesday, 11 June 2025, 10:50 am | ACT New Zealand
The Government is moving to address legitimate concerns in rural communities. Forestry is swallowing up productive farmland because the current system is rigged against those who feed the world. More >>
Primary Sector-Government Partnership To Boost Rural Health And Resilience
Wednesday, 11 June 2025, 9:58 am | New Zealand Government
The establishment of this fund is a result of advocacy by Federated Farmers Chair, Wayne Langford, who has been a long-time champion of rural wellbeing and mental health. More >>
Applications Open For $30 Million Coastal Shipping Resilience Fund
Wednesday, 11 June 2025, 9:52 am | New Zealand Government
The Coastal Shipping Resilience Fund was established through the Government Policy Statement on land transport. Funding will be allocated through a contestable process, with the criteria’s scope confirmed today. More >>
Foreign Minister Focuses On Pacific Resilience During Visit To France
Wednesday, 11 June 2025, 6:57 am | New Zealand Government
As a maritime state with one of the world’s largest and most biodiverse marine areas, New Zealand strongly supports a rules-based international system that secures the conservation and sustainable use of our oceans. More >>
NZ Places Travel Bans On Extremist Israeli Politicians
Wednesday, 11 June 2025, 6:47 am | New Zealand Government
The bans will prevent Israel’s Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir from travelling to New Zealand. More >>
Tourism Growth Roadmap Speech To Business Events Industry Aotearoa (BEIA)
Tuesday, 10 June 2025, 8:10 pm | New Zealand Government
Events like MEETINGS are so important for bringing incredible opportunities to our regions, building valuable connections with our offshore markets and strengthening our business events sector. More >>
More Funding To Grow International Tourism
Tuesday, 10 June 2025, 6:21 pm | New Zealand Government
“Recent tourism funding has been about boosting visitor numbers. As those higher numbers become established, the Roadmap will shift over time to focus more on supporting communities to look after them well,” Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston ... More >>
Changes To Stalking Bill Important Step For Women’s Safety
Tuesday, 10 June 2025, 6:07 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
This is a constructive step forward. It shows that when parties listen to experts and work collaboratively, we can make better laws that protect people, Labour police spokesperson Ginny Andersen said. More >>
ACT MP Welcomes Changes To Anti-Stalking Bill, Calls For Urgent Action On Newer Forms Of Abuse
Tuesday, 10 June 2025, 4:57 pm | ACT New Zealand
Patterns of abusive behaviour deserve to be recognised by the law, and these changes will help victims seek justice, ACT MP Laura McClure. More >>
Major Changes To Proposed Anti-Stalking Law
Tuesday, 10 June 2025, 2:37 pm | New Zealand Government
“This change better recognises patterns in stalking behaviour and time that can pass between incidents. For example, stalking that occurs around anniversaries would not be covered under the original 12-month period,” Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith ... More >>
Government Rightfully Sued Over Illegal Climate ‘Plan’
Tuesday, 10 June 2025, 2:08 pm | Green Party
Christopher Luxon has spent the better part of two years telling the country everything is fine while he dismantles effective climate policy, gives handouts to the fossil fuel sector and platforms lobbyist’s pseudoscience on agricultural emissions. More >>
Government Backing Rural Resilience And Wellbeing
Tuesday, 10 June 2025, 11:26 am | New Zealand Government
Rural Communities Minister Mark Patterson says the package reflects the realities of rural life and the need for practical, locally driven support. More >>
Five Years Of Keep It Real Online
Tuesday, 10 June 2025, 11:22 am | New Zealand Government
As much of the internet sits outside of New Zealand’s jurisdiction, it’s important that we equip New Zealanders with the skills and knowledge to navigate the digital world and take steps to protect their own wellbeing. More >>
Keynote Speech: WasteMINZ Conference
Tuesday, 10 June 2025, 11:00 am | New Zealand Government
The Canterbury and Kaikōura earthquakes, recent cyclones, the Auckland Anniversary floods, and many other large-scale events have underscored the importance of resilient waste management and minimisation facilities and services. More >>
Legislation Introduced To Restrict Farm-To-Forest Conversions
Tuesday, 10 June 2025, 10:36 am | New Zealand Government
The Climate Change Response (Emissions Trading Scheme - Forestry Conversions) Amendment Bill will restrict wholesale conversions of farmland to exotic forestry by stopping LUC 1-5 land from entering the ETS and capping new ETS registrations on LUC 6 land. More >>
Students Benefitting From Record Number Of New Teachers
Tuesday, 10 June 2025, 10:28 am | New Zealand Government
Budget 2025 includes $53 million to cover teacher registration fees through to 2028, alongside expanded training pathways for aspiring principals and support for returning and overseas-trained teachers. More >>
Additional Funding To Attract 72,000 More Visitors To New Zealand
Monday, 9 June 2025, 7:32 pm | New Zealand Government
“We want people to know New Zealand is open for business and we welcome visitors with open arms,” Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. More >>
Greens Call For Safe Passage Of Madleen And Government To Sanction Israel
Monday, 9 June 2025, 5:34 pm | Green Party
Weaponising critical humanitarian aid must stop. Shooting at innocent people lining up for kai must stop. Aotearoa New Zealand cannot remain a bystander to the slaughter of innocent people in Gaza. More >>
Te Pāti Māori Demands Safe Passage Of Madleen To Gaza
Monday, 9 June 2025, 2:11 pm | Te Pati Maori
This is the latest act in a horrific string of violence against civilians trying to access meagre aid. Since May 27, more than 130 civilians have murdered been while lining up for food at aid sites. More >>
Rich Get Much Richer, Driving Inequality And Poverty
Monday, 9 June 2025, 1:21 pm | Green Party
“Poverty and homelessness doesn’t come from nowhere. They are created by inequality. Christopher Luxon has put his foot down on the accelerator. By design, the rich are getting much, much richer while the poor are getting much, much poorer," says Chlöe ... More >>
Men’s Health Week Chance To Check In On Your Mental Health
Monday, 9 June 2025, 12:21 pm | New Zealand Government
This Government is making help more accessible through grassroots organisations and nationally available digital and telehealth services. More >>
