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15 May 2026James Meager

$100m+ Wellington Airport project Fast-tracked

Fast-track approval has been granted to a significant Wellington infrastructure project which will safeguard the International Airport’s long-term operations, protect critical assets, create two kororā (little

15 May 2026Paul Goldsmith

Ensuring Treaty references are consistent

The Government has agreed to amend 19 pieces of legislation to ensure references to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi are clear and consistent, Justice

15 May 2026Chris Penk

First Kiwi Space Activators announced

Space Minister Chris Penk today announced the first recipients of the Kiwi Space Activator, a pilot programme helping to move novel space technology from the lab

15 May 2026Chris Bishop

Fourth renewable energy project fast-tracked

The continued operation of the Kaimai Hydro-Electric Power Scheme in the Bay of Plenty has been granted Fast-track approval, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop and Regional Development

15 May 2026Chris Bishop

Statutory guidance issued to help protect Kiwis’ rights

The Minister for Regulation and the Attorney‑General have today issued joint statutory guidance to support consistent application of the Regulatory Standards Act 2025 (the Act) across

15 May 2026Todd McClay · Cameron Brewer

Growers benefit as Govt strengthens plant rights

The Government is strengthening plant variety rights (PVR) to protect investments underpinning high‑value exports, regional jobs and global demand for New Zealand produce, Trade and Investment

15 May 2026Simeon Brown

Nurses vote to accept new pay offer

Health Minister Simeon Brown has welcomed the successful ratification of a new collective agreements for members of the New Zealand Nurses Organisation (NZNO). “I am pleased

14 May 2026Paul Goldsmith

Move-on orders legislation introduced

The Government has introduced legislation today which provides Police with the power to issue move-on orders as a tool to deal with disorderly behaviour in public

14 May 2026Simeon Brown

New gas data supports action to keep lights on

New Zealand's natural gas reserves have fallen sharply over the past year, and the latest figures show why the Government is working hard to secure the

14 May 2026Louise Upston

Targeting financial assistance to those most in need

The Government is making changes to ensure the fiscal sustainability of the welfare system by better targeting financial assistance to those most in need, Social Development

14 May 2026Nicola Willis

Communities to lead targeted social support

Communities will have more power to decide how social services funding is spent locally under a new approach being delivered through the Government’s Social Investment Fund,

14 May 2026Simeon Brown

Pharmac proposes improving access to type 2 diabetes medicines

Associate Health Minister David Seymour and Health Minister Simeon Brown welcome Pharmac’s proposal to change funding criteria for three type 2 diabetes medicines based on clinical

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,