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21 Feb 2026Tama Potaka

Hauraki Gulf commercial fishing to be restricted

National will campaign on further restricting the limited amount of commercial fishing currently permissible in the Hauraki Gulf, says National’s Conservation spokesperson Tama Potaka. The Hauraki

21 Feb 2026Todd McClay

Statement from Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay in respect of US Supreme Court Ruling on ‘Liberation Day Tariffs’

The US Supreme Court announcement overnight has the potential to be important for NZ exporters, however considerable uncertainty is likely to remain. Our exports have been

20 Feb 2026Chris Bishop

Friday Top 5

Welcome to this week’s issue of Friday Top 5. Here’s what you might have missed this week: 1. More gigs, more goals, more growth - Eden

19 Feb 2026Chris Bishop

Major Queenstown Housing Development Approved through Fast-track

Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop has welcomed the Fast-track approval of thousands of new homes and a major economic boost in Queenstown. RCL Homestead Bay Limited lodged

19 Feb 2026Chris Bishop

More flexibility for Auckland housing plan

The Government will amend the Resource Management Act to reduce the minimum housing capacity required for Auckland Council’s Plan Change 120 from just over 2 million

19 Feb 2026Mahesh Muralidhar

Mahesh Muralidhar selected as National’s candidate in Tāmaki

Phase One Ventures chief executive Mahesh Muralidhar has been selected by local party members as National’s candidate in Tāmaki for the 2026 General Election. Mr Muralidhar

18 Feb 2026Matt Doocey

Top Up’ to deliver faster access to support

Seven grassroots mental health initiatives supporting small and hard-to-reach communities have received funding to deliver faster access to support, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey announced today.

17 Feb 2026Louise Upston

Government to clarify welfare and ACC payments

The Government is introducing legislation to clarify the law on the impact of ACC payments on welfare entitlement and ensure the process is fair. Social Development

17 Feb 2026Erica Stanford

Teaching Council reviews highlight need for change

Education Minister Erica Stanford is highlighting the clear, critical need for major change within the Teaching Council following the significant and serious findings of two recent,

17 Feb 2026Chris Bishop

National Infrastructure Plan Delivered

Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop today welcomed the release of the National Infrastructure Plan and tabled it in Parliament. “New Zealand’s future prosperity depends on high quality

17 Feb 2026Paul Goldsmith · Chris Penk

All wartime service now honoured on Anzac Day

Legislation to formally recognise all those who have served New Zealand in times of war as part of Anzac Day commemorations has passed in Parliament today.

17 Feb 2026Erica Stanford

Active Investor Plus delivers $3 billion in investment in New Zealand

Less than a year after it was refreshed, the Active Investor Plus (AIP) visa is bringing $3.39 billion into New Zealand, Immigration Minister Erica Stanford announced

16 Feb 2026Chris Bishop · Simeon Brown · Louise Upston

More gigs, more goals, more growth: Eden Park planning restrictions eased

The Government is building Eden Park’s future as a major events venue, making significant changes to local planning rules that have been holding Eden Park back

16 Feb 2026Louise Upston

State of Origin heads to New Zealand

In an historic moment, New Zealand will host its first-ever State of Origin match next year at Eden Park, a major event expected to draw thousands

13 Feb 2026Erica Stanford

Active Investor Plus delivers $3 billion in investment in New Zealand

Less than a year after it was refreshed, the Active Investor Plus (AIP) visa is bringing $3.39 billion into New Zealand, Immigration Minister Erica Stanford announced

13 Feb 2026Todd McClay

NZ-Singapore e-certification arrangement to boost trade in food & primary products

New Zealand and Singapore have signed a new electronic certification arrangement that will streamline trade and reduce costs, Trade and Investment, and Agriculture Minister Todd McClay

12 Feb 2026Chris Bishop · Tama Potaka

Kāinga Ora’s Turnaround Plan is working

One year on from the announcement of Kāinga Ora’s Turnaround Plan, the agency is getting its books back in order and improving performance – delivering lower

12 Feb 2026Judith Collins

Space launch limits increased to support growth

A huge increase in the number of space launches allowed from New Zealand will enable our space and advanced aviation sectors to continue their rapid growth,