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13 May 2026Christopher Luxon

Speech: Securing New Zealand’s future in a more volatile world

Ka nui te mihi kia koutou, and good afternoon, everyone. Today has been officially billed as a pre-Budget speech and I’ll touch on the Budget, and

13 May 2026Matt Doocey

Business Mental Health Toolkit launched

A new mental health toolkit launched today by Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey will support businesses to improve productivity in the workplace through better mental health.

13 May 2026Chris Bishop · James Meager

Bill to enable digital drivers licences passes third reading

Legislation to make New Zealand’s transport regulatory system fit for purpose has passed its third reading today, Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Associate Transport Minister James

13 May 2026Christopher Luxon

Securing New Zealand’s future in a more volatile world

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon today outlined the need to secure New Zealand’s future in an increasingly volatile world, focusing on economic resilience, energy security, defence, international

13 May 2026Erica Stanford

Boosting capability in schools to grow international education offering

As part of the Government’s work to grow the international education sector, new funding for a dedicated support function will help build sector capability and support

12 May 2026Paul Goldsmith

Government brings certainty to climate change tort law

The Government is clarifying climate change laws to provide businesses with certainty around their obligations, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “Ongoing litigation in the High Court,

12 May 2026Louise Upston

Football festival brings more global football stars

Fans will get a chance to see Chelsea F.C. Women in action at the International Football Festival, thanks to the Government’s $70 million Major Events and

12 May 2026Judith Collins

Judith Collins' Valedictory Speech

Mr Speaker, when I first came to this Parliament, as the Member for Clevedon, and later Papakura, I knew that it was a privilege to be

11 May 2026Nicola Willis

Government inks deal to bolster fuel resilience

The Government’s unprecedented contract with Z Energy for close to 90 million additional litres of diesel, equivalent to around nine days’ supply, has been signed, Finance

11 May 2026Nicola Willis

Flexibility, adaptability key to Fuel Response Plan

The Government has worked with business and industry to refine the Fuel Response Plan for petrol and diesel to ensure that in the event of a

7 May 2026Simon Watts

Rate Rebate Scheme to assist ratepayers

Increases to the Rates Rebate Scheme will help ease cost of living pressures for ratepayers in need of assistance and lower income SuperGold Cardholders, Local Government

7 May 2026Louise Upston · Tama Potaka

Boost for cycling infrastructure across NZ

The Government is investing up to $7.1 million to upgrade six Great Rides cycle trails, strengthening regional tourism and safety, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston

7 May 2026Nicola Grigg

Supporting communities to create safer environments for children

The Government has launched a new prevention initiative for parents and caregivers to help keep New Zealand children safe from sexual harm, Associate Minister for ACC

7 May 2026Simeon Brown

Senior doctors vote to accept settlement

Health Minister Simeon Brown has welcomed the ratification of a new collective agreement for members of Association of Salaried Medical Specialists (ASMS), who represent Senior Medical

7 May 2026Chris Penk

Frigate project progress key for maritime security

The Government is progressing work to replace the Royal New Zealand Navy’s aging frigates as part of broader efforts to strengthen New Zealand’s Defence capability, Defence

7 May 2026Tama Potaka

Landmark Conservation Reform Bill will boost economy and protect nature

Faster decisions, more jobs, and stronger protection for nature are at the centre of a landmark overhaul of New Zealand’s conservation system, Conservation Minister Tama Potaka

7 May 2026Todd McClay

NZ Ambassador to Chair WTO General Council

Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay has welcomed the appointment of Ambassador Clare Kelly as Chair of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) General Council. It is

6 May 2026Paul Goldsmith

Government to disestablish the BSA

The Government has agreed to progress with disestablishing the Broadcasting Standards Authority and investigate self-regulation options, Media and Communications Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “New Zealand’s media