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Listen PM, Boot Camps Don’t Work
Saturday, 20 July 2024, 5:44 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
Troubled tamariki need a Minister for Children to stand up for them, not a drill sergeant,” said Willow-Jean Prime. More >>
Oceans And Fisheries Minister To Solomons
Saturday, 20 July 2024, 5:41 pm | New Zealand Government
“This visit is a good opportunity to engage with my colleagues from across the Pacific to strengthen our shared commitment to looking after our fisheries and working together to solve issues that affect the region.” More >>
Government Launches Military Style Academy Pilot
Saturday, 20 July 2024, 5:39 pm | New Zealand Government
This pilot will help both address the offending behaviour of the young people and ensure they are held accountable, and face up to, their actions. This is an important part of our plan to address youth crime rates so that New Zealanders feel safe on ... More >>
Nine Priority Bridge Replacements To Get Underway
Saturday, 20 July 2024, 9:10 am | New Zealand Government
Nine priority bridges will be replaced over the next three years, including the SH6 Coal Creek Overbridge on the West Coast, SH82 Elephant Hill Bridge and Waihao North Bridge in Canterbury, and the SH25 Pepe Stream Bridge in the Waikato. More >>
Update On Global IT Outage
Saturday, 20 July 2024, 4:45 am | New Zealand Government
The Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet has designated the National Emergency Management Agency as the lead agency to coordinate the government response, working across relevant agencies to understand impacts on New Zealand government services, More >>
New Zealand, Japan Renew Pacific Partnership
Friday, 19 July 2024, 7:23 pm | New Zealand Government
“Our discussions made clear the similar ways that New Zealand and Japan see the world and our region, and the importance of our work together - as we seek a stable and prosperous region,” Mr Peters says. More >>
Pacific Futures - Winston Peters' Speech Delivered At The International House Of Japan, Tokyo
Friday, 19 July 2024, 3:25 pm | New Zealand Government
We see the Pacific as a family of nations and like any family each member wants to stand on their own two feet, as an equal. And that is how we view them, and how we hope to be viewed, as equals. More >>
Climate Change Minister To Attend Climate Action Meeting In China
Friday, 19 July 2024, 2:08 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Simon Watts Minister of Climate Change Climate Change Minister Simon Watts will travel to China on Saturday to attend the Ministerial on Climate Action meeting held in Wuhan. “Attending the Ministerial on Climate Action is an opportunity to advocate ... More >>
Statement From Labour Auckland Issues Spokesperson Shanan Halbert
Friday, 19 July 2024, 1:08 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
“The fare cap will support Auckland whānau who have been hammered with increased public transport costs under the National Government, which removed public transport subsidies in May. More >>
Delivering 24 Hour Pothole Repairs
Friday, 19 July 2024, 12:29 pm | New Zealand Government
Kiwis and freight operators will benefit from the Coalition Government delivering on its commitment to introduce targets that will ensure a greater number of potholes on our state highways are identified and fixed within 24 hours, Transport Minister More >>
Self-reliance And Self-esteem Boosted With Benefit Sanctions
Thursday, 18 July 2024, 2:03 pm | ACT New Zealand
ACT’s coalition agreement secured the commitment to implement sanctions for beneficiaries who can work but refuse to take agreed steps to find a job. Now we’re seeing this policy in action,” says ACT Social Development and Employment spokesperson Dr Parmjeet ... More >>
Peer Support Specialists Rolled Out In Hospitals
Thursday, 18 July 2024, 12:08 pm | New Zealand Government
The five Emergency Departments selected to trial this new mental health and addiction peer support service are Auckland City Hospital, Middlemore Hospital, Waikato Hospital, Wellington Regional Hospital and Christchurch Hospital. More >>
Rents Up Under National, Promises Fall Flat
Thursday, 18 July 2024, 11:55 am | New Zealand Labour Party
The Government has made claims that they are trimming the fat, but all they are doing is pushing costs like water on to rate payers. Refusing to help the councils will only mean higher rates. More >>
MSD Figures Show Govt Determined To Punish Beneficiaries
Thursday, 18 July 2024, 11:40 am | Green Party
At a time the Government is driving up unemployment by cutting jobs, Louise Upston is hellbent on making life even harder for those finding themselves without or unable to work. More >>
Benefit Stats Highlight Need For Welfare Reset
Thursday, 18 July 2024, 11:25 am | New Zealand Government
We are focusing on under-25s because they tend to have less work experience and are at greater risk of getting stuck on welfare for longer. Supporting them now is crucial for enhancing their long-term job prospects. More >>
School Attendance Continues To Increase
Thursday, 18 July 2024, 10:07 am | New Zealand Government
Provisional school attendance data for Term 2 2024 released today has shown more students are back in class compared to last year, with 53.1 per cent of students regularly attending, compared with 47 per cent in Term 2 2023, Associate Education ... More >>
$22.7m Of West Coast Resilience Projects Underway
Thursday, 18 July 2024, 9:54 am | New Zealand Government
Transport Minister Simeon Brown has welcomed news of progress being made by the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) on the first of several crucial resilience projects underway on the South Island’s West Coast. More >>
Migrant School Leavers To Get Part-time Work Rights
Wednesday, 17 July 2024, 7:08 pm | New Zealand Government
This will be implemented by the end of October. Immigration New Zealand will provide details about how to apply and the exact date the change comes into effect by 30 August. More >>
ACT Party Appoints New General Manager/Party Secretary
Wednesday, 17 July 2024, 1:49 pm | ACT New Zealand
Prior to moving to New Zealand, Mr Purves worked for the UK Conservative Party, primarily in Scotland, where he managed election and by-election campaigns at council, Scottish Parliament, and UK Parliament levels. More >>
Funding To Support Use Of NZ Sign Language
Wednesday, 17 July 2024, 12:26 pm | New Zealand Government
Initiatives that received an NZSL Board Community Grants this year include camps that support the use of NZSL through physical and sensory activities, and clubs where Deaf people and their families can practice using NZSL in person. More >>
David Seymour Is Unfit To Serve As Minister
Wednesday, 17 July 2024, 12:06 pm | Te Pati Maori
“This announcement is just another example of the government’s anti-Tiriti, anti-Māori agenda.” Said Co-leader and spokesperson for health, Debbie Ngarewa-Packer. More >>
NZ Needs Better Insulated Homes, Not This
Wednesday, 17 July 2024, 11:55 am | New Zealand Labour Party
The reason we need insulation standards is so future homes are warmer, drier and don’t make people sick. The Minister is not living in the real world if he thinks saving a bit of money up front is worth that. More >>
Renters Suffer As Soaring Rents Feed Rising Inflation
Wednesday, 17 July 2024, 11:52 am | Green Party
Greens are calling for rent controls which will limit the amount that landlords can increase rent and how often they can do this. We also need a Rental Warrant of Fitness to ensure quality, and for the Government to commit to building more public housing. More >>
Inflation Data Shows Progress In Economic Recovery
Wednesday, 17 July 2024, 11:40 am | New Zealand Government
Today’s Consumer Price Index data which has inflation at 3.3 per cent for the year to July 2024, shows we are turning our economy around and winning the fight against rampant inflation, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. More >>
National’s Climate Strategy Undoes Good Progress
Wednesday, 17 July 2024, 11:30 am | New Zealand Labour Party
National’s Emissions Reduction Plan will take New Zealand further from the economy we need to ensure the next generation has a stable climate and secure livelihoods. More >>
Green Party Releases Executive Summary Of Independent Investigation
Wednesday, 17 July 2024, 10:53 am | Green Party
Following consultation with named parties and thorough consideration of privacy interests, the Green Party is in a position to release the Executive Summary of the final report from the independent investigation into Darleen Tana. More >>
Consultation Opens For The Emissions Reduction Plan
Wednesday, 17 July 2024, 9:08 am | New Zealand Government
The Government’s draft Emissions Reduction Plan shows we can stay within the limits of the first two emissions budgets while growing the economy, Climate Change Minister Simon Watts says. More >>
Government Back Off Track On Climate Action
Wednesday, 17 July 2024, 8:24 am | Green Party
“The Government is pouring oil, coal and gas on the climate crisis fire. Today’s draft Emissions Reduction Plan lays bare that they have no plan to reach carbon neutrality by 2050,” says Green Party co-leader and spokesperson for Climate Change Chlöe ... More >>
Expectations Set For Improved Medicines Access
Tuesday, 16 July 2024, 5:14 pm | New Zealand Government
“My letter of expectations also makes it clear that I want Pharmac to work in partnership with consumers, clinicians, suppliers and the health sector to improve health outcomes for New Zealanders,” says Mr Seymour. More >>
Experts To Advise Minister On Oranga Tamariki
Tuesday, 16 July 2024, 4:34 pm | New Zealand Government
The Oranga Tamariki Ministerial Advisory Board has been re-established by the Minister for Children, Karen Chhour. More >>
PM Needs To Step In Over Shane Jones’ Undeclared Meeting
Tuesday, 16 July 2024, 12:16 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
“Shane Jones is being disingenuous at best about meeting with industry representatives like this,” said Labour resources spokesperson Megan Woods. More >>
Regional Development Minister To Host Summits
Tuesday, 16 July 2024, 10:29 am | New Zealand Government
Regional Development Minister Shane Jones will hold a series of nationwide summits to discuss regional priorities, aspirations and opportunities, with the first kicking off in Nelson on August 12. More >>
Government Delivers New School For Rolleston
Tuesday, 16 July 2024, 9:49 am | New Zealand Government
The Coalition Government is addressing growing demands on South Canterbury’s school network, by delivering a new primary school in Rolleston, Education Minister Erica Stanford says. More >>
New Speed Camera Signs To Improve Safety
Tuesday, 16 July 2024, 7:16 am | New Zealand Government
The Government is welcoming the rollout of new speed camera signs for fixed speed cameras to encourage drivers to check their speeds, improving road safety and avoiding costly speeding tickets, Transport Minister Simeon Brown says. More >>
New Zealand, Korea Strengthen Relationship
Monday, 15 July 2024, 7:30 pm | New Zealand Government
Korea was the first stop in Mr Peters’ visit to North East Asia. He will now be traveling to Japan. More >>
Investing For Future Growth In Tourism And Hospitality
Monday, 15 July 2024, 9:38 am | New Zealand Government
The Government is moving forward with recommendations from the Tourism Data Leadership Group, beginning with establishing a Tourism Data Partnership Fund says Tourism and Hospitality Minister Matt Doocey. More >>
4000 More Job Seekers To Get Case Managers
Monday, 15 July 2024, 8:11 am | New Zealand Government
A new over-the-phone employment case management service will see thousands more job seekers under the age of 25 supported to find work, Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston has announced. More >>
Trade Minister To Attend G7 Meeting In Italy
Sunday, 14 July 2024, 2:40 pm | New Zealand Government
Minister McClay will represent New Zealand alongside G7 members and a small group of others including Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, Kenya, South Korea, Türkiye and Viet Nam. More >>
Te Pāti Māori Opposes Three Strikes Amendment Bill
Sunday, 14 July 2024, 12:21 pm | Te Pati Maori
“We cannot imprison poverty and trauma out of our society. Intelligent policy, early intervention, and rehabilitation are essential for creating a just society. Punishment is not justice.” More >>
Ministers Reveal Consequences For Unruly Kāinga Ora Tenants
Sunday, 14 July 2024, 12:18 pm | New Zealand Government
“The message to Kāinga Ora tenants is clear: if your actions are causing your neighbours to live in fear and misery, your time is up. Change your behaviour now or face the consequences,” Mr Bishop says. More >>
Prime Minister Wraps Up US Visit In California
Saturday, 13 July 2024, 12:46 pm | New Zealand Government
Mr Luxon’s visit also advanced New Zealand’s technology and investment opportunity with the United States. More >>
District Court Judges Appointed
Friday, 12 July 2024, 1:32 pm | New Zealand Government
The appointees will take up their roles in July and August at the Manukau, Rotorua and Invercargill courts. More >>
Urgent Review Into Wairoa Flood Response Begins
Friday, 12 July 2024, 11:39 am | New Zealand Government
Environment Minister, Penny Simmonds today announced the terms of reference for a rapid review into the Wairoa flood response. More >>
NZDF’s Red Sea Deployment Extended
Friday, 12 July 2024, 10:46 am | New Zealand Government
New Zealand has extended its contribution to the US-led coalition working to uphold maritime security in the Red Sea, Defence Minister Judith Collins and Foreign Minister Winston Peters announced today. More >>
Government Provides Support To Tackle Tax Debt And Compliance
Friday, 12 July 2024, 10:15 am | New Zealand Government
New compliance funding in Budget 2024 will ensure Inland Revenue is better equipped to catch individuals who are evading their tax obligations, Revenue Minister Simon Watts says. More >>
Taking Action To Reduce Road Cones
Friday, 12 July 2024, 8:14 am | New Zealand Government
The Coalition Government is taking action to reduce expenditure on road cones and temporary traffic management (TTM) while maintaining the safety of workers and road users, Transport Minister Simeon Brown says. More >>
Prime Minister Leads Indo-Pacific Four At NATO
Friday, 12 July 2024, 8:06 am | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon today chaired a meeting of the Indo-Pacific Four (IP4) countries – Australia, Japan, the Republic of Korea and New Zealand. The IP4 met in the context of NATO’s Summit in Washington DC hosted by President Biden. More >>
Member’s Bill Lodged To Stop Local Emissions Red Tape
Thursday, 11 July 2024, 6:06 pm | ACT New Zealand
"This bill is just another way to allow farmers and people working on the land to get on with what they do best, without needless layers of bureaucracy and council diktats." More >>
Labour Statement On Retail Crime Ministerial Advisory Group
Thursday, 11 July 2024, 3:35 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
“A Ministerial Advisory Group is not an urgent solution to an urgent problem. That $2.6 million could be spent on crime prevention, supporting victims, rehabilitation and stopping reoffending right now. More >>
Foreign Minister To Visit Korea And Japan
Thursday, 11 July 2024, 2:06 pm | New Zealand Government
The Minister will depart New Zealand on Sunday 14 July, returning on Saturday 20 July. More >>
Statement From Labour Education Spokesperson Jan Tinetti
Thursday, 11 July 2024, 2:04 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
“There are more examples of charter schools failing their students than there are success stories. The coalition Government is driving to dismantle our public school system and instead promote a privatised, competitive structure that puts profits ... More >>
Government Creates MAG For Retail Crime Victims
Thursday, 11 July 2024, 1:13 pm | New Zealand Government
“The new Ministerial Advisory Group will engage directly with victims, workers, business owners, retail experts and advocacy groups over the next two years to provide the Government specific proposals to address urgent challenges in retail crime.” More >>
Huge Opportunity For Educators And Students As Charter School Applications Open
Thursday, 11 July 2024, 12:16 pm | New Zealand Government
“There has already been significant interest from groups and individuals interested in opening new charter schools or converting existing state schools to charter schools,” says Mr Seymour. More >>
Decreasing Gas Reserves Data Highlights Need To Reverse Oil And Gas Exploration Ban
Thursday, 11 July 2024, 11:31 am | New Zealand Government
The Coalition Government is committed to ensuring New Zealand’s energy security. We are working at pace to reverse the policies that have got us into this position and to restore investment confidence to the energy sector. More >>
Govt Continues To Destructively Withhold Information
Thursday, 11 July 2024, 11:04 am | Te Pati Maori
The call comes after the demand from the Chief Ombudsman that Associate Minister of Health, Casey Costello, apologise for her choice to deliberately withhold information under the Official Information Act. More >>
Providers Of Military Assistance To Russia Targeted In New Sanctions
Thursday, 11 July 2024, 11:00 am | New Zealand Government
Foreign Minister Winston Peters has announced further sanctions as part of the Government’s ongoing response to Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine. More >>
OECD Report Shows New Zealand Is A Red Tape State
Thursday, 11 July 2024, 10:49 am | New Zealand Government
Minister for Regulation David Seymour says that the OECD Product Market Regulation Indicators (PMRI) released this morning shows why New Zealanders sorely need regulatory reform. More >>
Govt Determined To Make Aotearoa A Country Of Disposable Renters
Thursday, 11 July 2024, 10:26 am | Te Pati Maori
The Transport and Infrastructure Committee is set to make a determination on the Residential Tenancies Amendment (RTA) Bill in the coming weeks. More >>
Statement From Labour Climate Change Spokesperson Megan Woods
Wednesday, 10 July 2024, 3:16 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
More than seven months into the Government’s term, there is still no concrete plan to reduce our emissions, meet out climate targets, or ensure we have a resilient future. More >>
ACT Welcomes Otago University’s Rejection Of ‘safety From Ideas’
Wednesday, 10 July 2024, 2:07 pm | ACT New Zealand
While we have to wait and see how Otago’s policies function in practice, the official statement looks to ACT like a strong foundation for free expression on campus and open academic inquiry. More >>
