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2 Aug 2026Nicola Willis

National launches KiwiSaver calculator

National has launched a KiwiSaver calculator so that New Zealanders can see how much bigger their nest egg could be with National’s changes to the scheme.

29 Jul 2026Chris Bishop

3,000+ social homes delivered in Auckland so far

The Government has met its 2023 election commitment to deliver 3,000 additional social homes in Auckland during the current term of government, reaching the milestone months

28 Jul 2026Chris Bishop

Better tools to fund and finance new infrastructure

The Infrastructure Funding and Financing Amendment Bill passed by Parliament today will give developers and councils more innovative tools to fund and finance the infrastructure New

27 Jul 2026Nicola Willis

Over 97,500 families benefiting from FamilyBoost

Over 97,500 New Zealand families have now received FamilyBoost payments to help with the cost of early childhood education, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. "Raising young

26 Jul 2026Nicola Grigg · Nicola Willis

National to extend and improve paid parental leave

National to extend and improve paid parental leave Working mums and dads will benefit from National’s plan to give parents more time with their babies and

23 Jul 2026Louise Upston

Relieving pressure on facilities in tourism hotspots

The Government is investing $3.8 million to improve public toilet facilities in two of New Zealand’s busiest visitor destinations, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston announced

23 Jul 2026Tama Potaka

Partnering to support Māori-led housing solutions

Ownership of 11 temporary homes at Ōmāhu Marae in Hawke’s Bay has been transferred from the Government to Ōmāhu 2R Māori Reservation and Ngāti Hinemanu, Ngāi

23 Jul 2026Chris Bishop · Mark Mitchell

Christchurch Men's Prison PPP deal signed

The Government has signed a public-private partnership (PPP) agreement for the first redevelopment phase of Christchurch Men's Prison, formally locking in the project and clearing the

21 Jul 2026Nicola Willis

Fiscal discipline critical during global volatility

Today’s inflation figures show the impact of the global oil price shock, while reinforcing the Government’s prudent response to global volatility, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says.

20 Jul 2026Todd McClay

Select Committee report on the Natural Environment Bill and Planning Bill welcomed

Agriculture Minister Todd McClay says the Select Committee report on the Planning Bill and the Natural Environment Bill is a significant step forward for the primary

18 Jul 2026Todd McClay

FIT members commit to smoother trade

Members of the Future of Investment and Trade (FIT) Partnership have committed to practical initiatives aimed at enhancing trade and reducing barriers at their meeting in

17 Jul 2026Todd McClay

New Zealand and Switzerland agree trade discussions

New Zealand and Switzerland have today agreed to establish a Trade and Investment Dialogue to explore an agreement on trade, economic security, e-commerce, investment and sustainability,

17 Jul 2026Tama Potaka

Bird flu work steps up - second case confirmed

Work on the ground will step up after confirmation today a single Kāhu, swamp harrier hawk, which was found in the Wairarapa, is the second bird

16 Jul 2026Paul Goldsmith · James Meager

Kiwis asked to help shape digital driver licences

Kiwis are one step closer to being able to carry digital drivers’ licences on their phones with public consultation on its design now underway, Associate Transport

16 Jul 2026Louise Upston

Latest figures continue year-on-year increase in jobseekers finding work

New figures reveal further year-on-year improvements in the number of New Zealanders moving off benefit and into work. Minister of Social Development and Employment Louise Upston

14 Jul 2026Cameron Brewer

Capital market reforms to power economic growth

The Government is seeking feedback on the next phase of its capital market reforms, aiming to lower the cost of raising money for Kiwi businesses and

11 Jul 2026Louise Upston · Mark Mitchell

Investment to support India-NZ 100 Years of Unity through Sport

The Government will invest from the Events Boost Fund to support the India-New Zealand 100 Years of Unity through Sport programme, say Sport and Recreation Minister,

9 Jul 2026Cameron Brewer

Manufacturing growth surges to five-year high

New Zealand's manufacturing sector has posted its strongest month of growth in nearly five years, with new data showing activity surging to its highest level since