Simeon's News

MP for Pakuranga

10 Jun 2026Simeon Brown

Same old Labour

Labour’s first election year policy shows they are straight back to their old ways of throwing money around rather than solving underlying problems, National’s Campaign Chair

30 May 2026Simeon Brown

Gas market transparency takes step forward

Management of New Zealand’s dwindling natural gas supplies will be aided by new legislation to improve transparency of key information in the gas market, Energy Minister

28 May 2026Simeon Brown

Investing in cyber security to protect patient data

Cyber security across New Zealand’s health system will be significantly strengthened to better protect sensitive patient information and ensure services remain safe and reliable, Health Minister

28 May 2026Simeon Brown

Next step taken to lower bowel screening age

More than 200,000 additional New Zealanders will gain access to life-saving bowel cancer screening as the age of eligibility for free bowel screening is lowered further,

28 May 2026Simeon Brown

Infrastructure boost for hospitals

Major hospital upgrades at Whangārei, Tauranga, Hawke’s Bay, and Palmerston North, alongside investment in other facilities across New Zealand, will strengthen health infrastructure and help deliver

28 May 2026Simeon Brown

Record health funding with patients at the centre

The Government is fixing the basics and building the future of New Zealand’s healthcare system, focused on delivering for patients and supported by record investment in

26 May 2026Simeon Brown

Delivering a fairer electricity market for Kiwi consumers

New Zealanders will benefit from new rules announced by the Electricity Authority to create a level playing field in the electricity market, preventing the country's four

25 May 2026Nicola Willis · Simeon Brown

Loans to help businesses transition away from gas

A new initiative will help businesses transition from gas, protecting jobs and securing New Zealand’s dwindling gas supplies for other users, Finance Minister Nicola Willis, Energy

22 May 2026Simeon Brown

Boosting ambulance services across New Zealand

More ambulance crews, upgraded technology, and stronger frontline support will strengthen ambulance services across New Zealand, enabling quick and effective responses to emergencies, Health Minister Simeon

21 May 2026Simeon Brown

Marking Pink Ribbon Day as extended breast screening reaches more women

Pink Ribbon Day is an important reminder of the value of early detection, with more than 16,440 eligible women aged 70 and 74 already taking up

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 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 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

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

5 May 2026Simeon Brown

Cheaper, smarter EV charging on the way for Kiwis

New requirements for electric vehicle (EV) chargers supplied in New Zealand will make it easier and more affordable for people to charge their vehicles, while helping

4 May 2026Simeon Brown

Building the future GP workforce with overseas-trained doctors

Strong progress is being made to bring more overseas-trained doctors already living in New Zealand into the primary care workforce, with half the planned placements now

29 Apr 2026Simeon Brown · Mark Mitchell

Cracking down on nitrous oxide misuse

The Government is taking further steps to tighten controls on nitrous oxide to reduce harm and curb its illegitimate use, Health Minister Simeon Brown and Police

15 Apr 2026Simeon Brown

Expanded role for community pharmacists

From June, it will be easier and more affordable for parents to get treatment for their children for a range of common health conditions, with expanded