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A new release is available from Hon Simeon Brown.
New Wellington stroke pathway speeds up recovery
A new stroke pathway at Wellington Regional Hospital is delivering faster rehabilitation and better outcomes for stroke patients, Health Minister Simeon Brown says.
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November 14, 2025 at 8:41 PM
A new release is available from Hon Simeon Brown.
A new release is available from Hon Simon Watts.
Climate Change Minister heads to COP30
Climate Change Minister Simon Watts will attend the 30th annual United Nations Climate Change Summit (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, next week.
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November 14, 2025 at 2:39 AM
A new release is available from Hon Simon Watts.
A new release is available from Hon Brooke van Velden.
WorkSafe funding aligned for greater transparency
With the Health and Safety reforms underway, a change has been made to how WorkSafe New Zealand’s funding is managed that adds increased accountability, Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden
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November 14, 2025 at 1:58 AM
A new release is available from Hon Brooke van Velden.
A new release is available from Hon Louise Upston.
Green light for Dunedin Tunnels Trail
The Government is investing $2 million to extend the Dunedin Tunnels Trail and transform Dunedin into a premier cycling destination, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston announced today.
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November 14, 2025 at 1:11 AM
A new release is available from Hon Louise Upston.
A new release is available from Hon Simeon Brown.
Sod turned on Whangārei Hospital car park extension
A key milestone has been reached in the redevelopment of Whangārei Hospital, with the sod turning for a major on-grade car parking extension to enable construction of the new acute services building.
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November 13, 2025 at 10:27 PM
A new release is available from Hon Simeon Brown.
A new release is available from Hon Louise Upston.
Uncorking the Classic NZ Wine Trail
WellingtonNZ and partner regions have received a major tourism and hospitality boost, putting the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail firmly in the international spotlight.
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November 13, 2025 at 8:59 PM
A new release is available from Hon Louise Upston.
A new release is available from Hon Louise Upston.
Great South tourism boost showcases Southern Way
Great South will receive $393,000 to launch a campaign putting the Southern Way and the region’s authentic hospitality firmly on the map for international visitors, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston
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November 13, 2025 at 8:59 PM
A new release is available from Hon Louise Upston.
A new release is available from Hon Louise Upston.
RotoruaNZ turns up the heat with two major international tourism campaigns
RotoruaNZ will receive more than $4.5 million to launch two campaigns inviting international visitors to soak up everything Rotorua and the wider North Island have to offer, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Loui
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November 13, 2025 at 8:59 PM
A new release is available from Hon Louise Upston.
A new release is available from Hon Louise Upston.
More visitors for Rotorua, Wellington and Great South tourism projects
More international visitors will be exploring regional New Zealand next year, thanks to a $5.9 million investment from stage one of the second round of the Government’s Regional Tourism Boost, Touri
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November 13, 2025 at 8:59 PM
A new release is available from Hon Louise Upston.
A new release is available from Jenny Marcroft.
$1m compensation to oyster farmers a start
A $1 million payment from Watercare to oyster farmers impacted by sewage contamination of Mahurangi Harbour is a welcome first step but more is needed, Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Oceans and Fisheries Jenn
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November 13, 2025 at 3:38 AM
A new release is available from Jenny Marcroft.
A new release is available from Hon David Seymour.
Historic moment for Kiwis’ rights
Regulation Minister David Seymour welcomes the passing of the Regulatory Standards Bill into law.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:38 AM
A new release is available from Hon David Seymour.
A new release is available from Rt Hon Christopher Luxon.
New declaration strengthens bond with Niue
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Niue Prime Minister Dalton Tagelagi met in Auckland today to agree a foundational Political Declaration, encapsulating the partnership between the two countries.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:40 AM
A new release is available from Rt Hon Christopher Luxon.
A new release is available from Hon Nicola Willis.
Households getting more help with ECE costs
Thousands more households are now receiving FamilyBoost payments of $150 a fortnight or more thanks to the expansion of the scheme, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:11 AM
A new release is available from Hon Nicola Willis.
A new release is available from Hon Louise Upston.
Aussies lead the way in tourism growth
Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston has welcomed official stats out today showing continued growth in New Zealand’s overseas visitor numbers, with Australian tourists continuing to lead the way.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:11 AM
A new release is available from Hon Louise Upston.
A new release is available from Hon Dr Shane Reti.
New IP rules to boost research commercialisation
A new national intellectual property (IP) policy will give New Zealand researchers more control over their inventions and greater opportunities to turn world-class ideas into commercial success, Minister of Scie
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November 13, 2025 at 12:36 AM
A new release is available from Hon Dr Shane Reti.
A new release is available from Hon Chris Bishop.
Modernising road funding
The Government has introduced the Land Transport (Revenue) Amendment Bill to Parliament, taking the next step towards a fairer, simpler, and more modern transport funding system.
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November 12, 2025 at 11:41 PM
A new release is available from Hon Chris Bishop.
A new release is available from Hon Nicola Willis.
Government accepts banking recommendations
The Government has accepted or partially accepted all the recommendations made by the Finance and Expenditure Committee’s inquiry into banking competition.
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November 12, 2025 at 11:32 PM
A new release is available from Hon Nicola Willis.
A new release is available from Hon Chris Penk.
Tide turns in battle against Lake Wānaka weeds
A more than two-decade-long campaign to reclaim Lake Wānaka from an invasive aquatic weed has reached a major victory, with 40 kilometres of shoreline now successfully cleared.
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November 12, 2025 at 10:21 PM
A new release is available from Hon Chris Penk.
A new release is available from Hon Chris Bishop.
First sod turned on Hawke’s Bay Expressway
Construction has begun on the State Highway 2 Hawke’s Bay Expressway – one of the first new Roads of National Significance to reach the main works stage, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says.
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November 12, 2025 at 10:21 PM
A new release is available from Hon Chris Bishop.
A new release is available from Hon David Seymour.
Daily Term 3 attendance data shows where improvements needed
Associate Education Minister David Seymour says a promising term of attendance was blown in the disrupted last week of the term, where strike action took precedence over learning.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:09 PM
A new release is available from Hon David Seymour.
A new release is available from Hon Matt Doocey.
More people to get faster access to support
Hundreds of extra young people, mums, and families across New Zealand will now get faster access to mental health support, following a boost of funding for multiple community organisations, says Mental Health Minister
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November 12, 2025 at 9:09 PM
A new release is available from Hon Matt Doocey.
A new joint release is available from Hon Simeon Brown and Hon David Seymour.
Easier and cheaper prescriptions for Kiwis
From 1 February 2026, New Zealanders will be able to receive 12-month prescriptions for their medicines, delivering savings and greater convenience for people on long-term treatments, Health Minister Simeon Brow
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November 12, 2025 at 2:39 AM
A new joint release is available from Hon Simeon Brown and Hon David Seymour.
A new release is available from Hon Penny Simmonds.
Four new appointments to the TEC Board
Vocational Education Minister, Penny Simmonds, has announced four new member appointments to the Board of the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC).
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November 12, 2025 at 12:37 AM
A new release is available from Hon Penny Simmonds.
A new joint release is available from Hon Simeon Brown and Hon David Seymour.
First cancer medicine available in private hospitals
Associate Health Minister with responsibility for Pharmac David Seymour, and Health Minister Simeon Brown welcome Pharmac’s decision to fund access to five treatments, including for breast and lung cancer, from
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November 11, 2025 at 10:08 PM
A new joint release is available from Hon Simeon Brown and Hon David Seymour.
A new joint release is available from Hon Simeon Brown and Hon David Seymour.
Medical conference red tape cut, and NZ is open for business
The passing on the Medicines Amendment Bill has ended New Zealand’s prohibition on advertising medicines at medical conferences and trade shows, and New Zealand is open for business, Regulation Minister Dav
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November 11, 2025 at 9:49 PM
A new joint release is available from Hon Simeon Brown and Hon David Seymour.