16 Oct 2025Erica StanfordTeaching the Basics Brilliantly: New curriculum, resources and assessment toolsThe Government is delivering on its commitment to lift student achievement, with new curriculum updates, resources, and assessments rolling out from Term 4, Education Minister EricaRead more
15 Oct 2025Chris Bishop70+ new social homes on the way for NorthlandMore than 70 new social homes will be delivered in Northland by Community Housing Providers (CHPs), Housing Minister Chris Bishop says. “Our Government backs social housing,Read more
14 Oct 2025Nicola WillisPlan to ease home lending restrictions welcomedFinance Minister Nicola Willis has welcomed the Reserve Bank’s intention to relax restrictions on lending, making it easier for first home buyers to get started. “HomeRead more
12 Oct 2025Todd McClayGovernment sets methane targets for 2050The Coalition Government has today announced science-based biogenic methane targets for 2050, providing farmers and exporters with a clear pathway to reduce emissions while maintaining productivityRead more
12 Oct 2025Paul GoldsmithGoing, going, gone: cars auctioned over unpaid court finesThe Government’s trial of clamping or seizing cars of people not paying court fines is expanding after returning more than $225,000 and seizing 115 vehicles, JusticeRead more
11 Oct 2025Simeon BrownThree-day postnatal stays for new mumsThe Government will adopt National MP Catherine Wedd’s member’s Bill to better support mothers and babies in the critical days following birth, Health Minister Simeon BrownRead more
10 Oct 2025Simeon BrownInterest sought for new Drury hospital siteThe first step towards building a new hospital in South Auckland has been taken, with the procurement process underway from today to secure land in DruryRead more
9 Oct 2025Nicola WillisGovernment spending falls as percentage of GDPToday’s government financial statements for 2024/25 are the first to fully reflect decisions made by the current Government and show the progress being made in gettingRead more
9 Oct 2025Tama PotakaClear regulations for methamphetamine in rentalsTenants and landlords will soon benefit from clear rules for safely managing methamphetamine residue in rental properties, Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka says. “For too long,Read more
9 Oct 2025Nicola WillisProcurement reboot helps Kiwi businessesNew Zealand businesses will have a better shot at winning government contracts as a result of changes to government procurement rules, Economic Growth Minister Nicola WillisRead more
8 Oct 2025Nicola WillisMore relief for families and businessesToday’s 50 basis point Official Cash Rate reduction will further ease pressure on Kiwi households and businesses, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. “Today’s Official Cash RateRead more
8 Oct 2025Louise UpstonFrontline partnerships deliver job seeker supportMinister for Social Development and Employment Louise Upston says a concerted focus by MSD on frontline partnerships is helping better prepare jobseekers to match with prospectiveRead more
8 Oct 2025Judith CollinsNew phase for space, advanced aviation sectorsThe space and advanced aviation sectors are entering a phase defined by scale, ambition and global relevance, Space Minister Judith Collins says. “At this summit aRead more
7 Oct 2025Christopher LuxonYes to getting things built in Q4The Government’s relentless focus on growth and pragmatic solutions to help New Zealand get ahead are features of its work programme for the rest of theRead more
7 Oct 2025Tama PotakaLeading protection for Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana Parliament’s passing of the Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Act has ushered into law a bold new era of marine protection for one of our mostRead more
5 Oct 2025Louise UpstonSecuring a future for our young peopleTwo initiatives to move young people out of benefit dependency and incentivise them to stay in work will be significant for thousands of young New Zealanders,Read more
3 Oct 2025Chris BishopSecond Fast-track housing development project gets green lightInfrastructure Minister Chris Bishop and Regional Development Minister Shane Jones have welcomed the approval of the second housing project under the Fast-track Approvals Act. Fulton HoganRead more
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