More flexibility for high country pastoral farmers High country farmers will soon be able to maximise their land use, unlocking economic opportunities and supporting job creation across regional New Zealand, Land Information Minister Mike Butterick says.

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Upgraded Whangārei Hospital helipad to speed up emergency care Precious minutes will be saved in emergency patient care with the opening of Whangārei Hospital’s rooftop helipad today following a major upgrade, Health Minister Simeon Brown says.

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New initiative for children to explore Anzac history A new digital initiative for children to explore Anzac histories and stories from the battlefront to the homefront has launched today, says Minister of Internal Affairs Brooke van Velden.

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Independent oversight of infrastructure investment The Government is improving how it selects infrastructure projects by making a series of changes to the Investment Management System, to ensure infrastructure meets New Zealanders’ needs, represents value for mo

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Speech to New Zealand Infrastructure Commission Symposium Good afternoon, everyone.

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ED peer supporters for three extra hospitals Whangārei, Hutt Valley and Hawke’s Bay are the latest hospitals to get peer support workers in their emergency departments, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey announced today.

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Seventh Fast-track housing development approved The Ashbourne project in Waikato, which will enable the development of 518 new homes and two solar farms, has been consented through Fast-track, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop says.

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Immediate fuel relief for school communities The Government is rolling out immediate targeted support to help small, rural and isolated schools manage fuel cost pressures, keep classrooms warm, and ensure students remain engaged in learning, Education Mini

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Board appointed to protect property rights Regulation Minister David Seymour welcomes the appointment of the Regulatory Standards Board (the Board), established by the Regulatory Standard Act 2025 (the Act).

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New Wakefield Street bridge for Whanganui The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) has approved funding for a new railway overbridge in Whanganui East, with the project expected to cost $2.7 million, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says.

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Legal verification of India FTA complete and date for signing agreed Legal verification of the New Zealand-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) has been completed with both countries agreeing its signing on 27 April in New Delhi in front of a large contingent of Indian and New Zealand busi

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Lower Hutt’s Eastern Bays Shared Path opens Lower Hutt’s new Eastern Bays Shared Path opens this morning, improving resilience for this coastal route and providing safer walking and cycling connections, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says.

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Fast-tracked hydro to boost West Coast resilience A fast-tracked renewable energy project on the West Coast will strengthen regional electricity supply and improve resilience, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop and Regional Development Minister Shane Jones sa

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New boat hoist lifts Port Nelson’s marine capability The opening today of a new hardstand and mobile boat hoist near the slipway at Port Nelson marks a major milestone in the region’s marina upgrade, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones says.

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Year-on-year increase in jobseekers finding work Minister for Social Development and Employment Louise Upston, welcomes new figures out today showing more New Zealanders moved off benefit and into work over the year to March 2026, even as economic conditions r

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WoF and CoF A changes to save Kiwis billions New Zealand’s Warrant of Fitness (WoF) and Certificate of Fitness A (CoF A) light vehicle inspection requirements will soon be significantly reformed, saving Kiwis time and money, Transport Ministers Chris Bishop and James Meager say.

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New appointments for Health New Zealand Board Health Minister Simeon Brown has today announced a new Chair and members for the Board of Health New Zealand, reinforcing its focus on delivering for patients.

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SH73 Candy’s Bend resilience project getting underway

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SH2 roundabout boosts road safety in Eastern Bay of Plenty Transport Minister Chris Bishop has welcomed completion of a new roundabout at the intersection of State Highway 2 (SH2) and Wainui Road near Ōpōtiki, making this key corridor signifi

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Marlborough moves ferry solution forward The Marlborough District Council has today started its consultation programme to fund Port Marlborough’s $110 million capped contribution to revenue-earning port assets in Picton.

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Investment strengthens resilience for two Tākitimu marae

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Tony Balfour Appointed as Chair of the New Zealand Lotteries Commission Board Internal Affairs Minister Brooke van Velden has today announced Tony Balfour as the new Chair of the New Zealand Lotteries Commission Board.

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Report shows economic contribution of seniors The latest Business of Ageing report shows older people are increasing their contribution to New Zealand’s economy through paid work, running businesses, taxes, spending, and unpaid care, Seniors Minister Casey

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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 services proposed to be delivered through community pharmac

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Minister welcomes Landcorp special dividend The Government will receive a $10 million special dividend from Landcorp Farming Limited today, State Owned Enterprises Minister Simeon Brown says.

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Dunedin to get new Crisis Recovery Café Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey has today announced the second South Island Crisis Recovery Café will open in Dunedin.

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New Zealand tourism continuing to rise The Government welcomes new data showing New Zealand’s international visitor numbers continue to rise, with particularly strong growth from people visiting from China over Chinese New Year.

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New Retirement Commissioner appointed David Boyle has been appointed as Retirement Commissioner, Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Cameron Brewer has announced.

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New unit speeds up surgical care at Dunedin Hospital Patients across Otago and Southland are already benefiting from faster assessment and earlier treatment, with Dunedin Hospital’s new Surgical Assessment Unit (SAU) now fully operational.

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Medicinal cannabis export licenses take 6.4 working days in 2026 Cutting red tape to speed up medicinal cannabis export licensing is growing the export industry in New Zealand, Associate Health Minister David Seymour says.

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