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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,

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