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Traffic light system proves results An evaluation has found MSD clients are more on top of their job search responsibilities under the Government's traffic light system, Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston says.

A new release is available from Hon Louise Upston.

Extra funding for Smokefreerockquest and Tangata Beats 2026 The Government is investing in extra support for Smokefreerockquest and Smokefree Tangata Beats, Associate Health Minister Casey Costello announced today.

A new release is available from Hon Casey Costello.

Boosting the teacher workforce and investing in success The Government is announcing new initiatives to strengthen the teacher workforce, and new data shows supply is at its strongest in two decades, Education Minister Erica Stanford says.

A new release is available from Hon Erica Stanford.

New appointments to University of Otago Council Universities Minister Dr Shane Reti has announced two new appointments - Chris Hopkins and Dr Peter Bramley - to the University of Otago Council.

A new release is available from Hon Dr Shane Reti.

Bringing X-rays and ultrasounds closer to home in Wānaka From today, more people in Wānaka will be able to access routine diagnostic imaging closer to home, with publicly funded X-ray and ultrasound services now available locally.

A new joint release is available from Hon Simeon Brown and Hon Matt Doocey.

META: The AI scribe release was originally posted about 10 minutes ago and then mistakenly removed after being confused with a near-similar piece of news coverage over the weekend. I'll see if releases that have been backdated before publishing can be clearly marked as such to avoid future confusion

AI scribe now in every emergency department Every emergency department in the country now has access to an artificial intelligence scribe tool, marking a major milestone in reducing administrative burden and freeing up frontline clinicians to focus more o

A new release is available from Hon Simeon Brown.

PSA nurses vote to accept settlement Health Minister Simeon Brown has welcomed the successful ratification of two new collective agreements for members of the Public Service Association (PSA), covering Public Health Nurses and Mental Health Nurses

A new release is available from Hon Simeon Brown.

KiwiSaver adjustment to help rural workers The Government is changing the KiwiSaver Act to remove barriers that have prevented many rural and farm workers in service tenancies from using their KiwiSaver savings to buy their first homes. The reforms will allow workers required to live in employer-provided housing to access first home withdrawals without needing to occupy the purchased property, and enable first-time farm buyers to use KiwiSaver when purchasing farms through majority-owned commercial entities. The targeted changes aim to make KiwiSaver fairer for rural communities while maintaining its core purpose, with legislation to be introduced to Parliament later this year.

A new joint release is available from Hon Nicola Willis and Hon Scott Simpson.

NZ Government Statement on Iran New Zealand has consistently condemned Iran’s nuclear programme, its destabilising activities in the region and elsewhere, and its repression of its own people.

A new joint release is available from Rt Hon Christopher Luxon and Rt Hon Winston Peters.

Expanded NICU to support more babies in Christchurch A $13.9 million investment to upgrade and expand the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Christchurch Women’s Hospital will provide a significant boost to neonatal care services for families across Canterbury and th

A new release is available from Hon Simeon Brown.

Harwoods roundabout completed Transport Minister Chris Bishop says a newly completed roundabout at the intersection of State Highway 5 (SH5) and State Highway 28–Harwoods Road east of Tīrau will significantly improve safety on a key regional

A new release is available from Hon Chris Bishop.

Better outcomes for New Zealanders on ACC

A new release is available from Hon Scott Simpson.

Commercial discipline pays off at KiwiRail KiwiRail continues to lift its performance in line with our long-term performance expectations, Rail Minister Winston Peters said today.

A new release is available from Rt Hon Winston Peters.

Flexi Fund opens for social & affordable housing Applications have opened for the first round of the Government’s Flexible Fund, paving the way for up to 770 new social homes and affordable rentals for New Zealanders in high housing need, Housing Minister Chri

A new joint release is available from Hon Chris Bishop and Hon Tama Potaka.

Government activates additional support for weather-affected farmers and growers The Government has classified recent weather events in the Bay of Plenty, Gisborne/Tairāwhiti, and Canterbury as a medium-scale adverse event.

A new joint release is available from Hon Todd McClay and Hon Mark Patterson.

Settlement reached for dietitians Associate Health Minister Matt Doocey has welcomed the ratification of a new collective agreement for dietitians employed by Health New Zealand.

A new release is available from Hon Matt Doocey.

Methamphetamine standards for rental housing to take effect on 16 April Regulations bringing clarity and consistency to the management of methamphetamine contamination in rental properties have now been publicly Gazetted and will take effect from 16 April 2026.

A new release is available from Hon Tama Potaka.

Nearly 12,000 online GP consults delivered over the holidays Thousands of Kiwis stayed connected to health services over the holiday period thanks to the Government’s new Online GP Care service, Health Minister Simeon Brown says.

A new release is available from Hon Simeon Brown.

Parliamentary and business delegation to visit Latin America Foreign Minister Winston Peters will lead a Parliamentary and business delegation to Latin America next week, highlighting the strategic importance of New Zealand’s ties with the region.&nbsp

A new release is available from Rt Hon Winston Peters.

Government receives final COVID Inquiry report The Government welcomes the delivery of the final report from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into COVID-19 Lessons to the Governor-General this morning.

A new joint release is available from Hon Simeon Brown and Hon Brooke van Velden.

Fewer victims of crime, more police on the beat A tough on crime approach and a near doubling of police foot patrols have driven a huge drop in the number of victims of violent crime since this Government was elected, figures show.

A new joint release is available from Hon Paul Goldsmith, Hon Mark Mitchell and Hon Karen Chhour.

Speech to Local Government Meeting Thank you to LGNZ for the opportunity, and thank you to the mayors, chairs, and councilors for putting your names forward to serve your communities.

A new speech is available from Hon David Seymour.

Kiwi drones to boost Defence capability Innovative Kiwi drones will be trialled by the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) to strengthen capability while growing local industry, Defence Minister Judith Collins announced today.

A new release is available from Hon Judith Collins KC.

Pedalling progress for the scenic Waimate trail The Government is investing $200,000 in the Waimate Trail as part of its ongoing commitment to grow local tourism, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston announced today.

A new release is available from Hon Louise Upston.

Temporary bridge to reconnect Pirongia community A temporary bridge is expected to be in place on State Highway 39 by mid‑March, reconnecting the community south of Pirongia after the Mangati Bridge was destroyed in heavy floods, Transport Minister Chris Bisho

A new release is available from Hon Chris Bishop.

Green light for Ohakea as permanent alternative airport New Zealand’s international aviation links and resilience will be significantly strengthened by a move to make RNZAF Base Ohakea available as an alternative runway for wide body aircraft 24/7, Associate Transport Mini

A new release is available from Hon James Meager.

Crown signs Deed of Settlement with Ngāti Ruapani The Crown and Ngāti Ruapani mai Waikaremoana have signed a Deed of Settlement at Tuai today, Treaty of Waitangi Negotiations Minister Paul Goldsmith says.

A new release is available from Hon Paul Goldsmith.

Strong backing for Applied Doctorates Scheme The Applied Doctorates Scheme, which partners PhD students with industry to tackle real-world challenges, is open for new applications. The first cohort focuses on energy projects, while the 2026 intake will target Aerospace, Defence and Security. Backed by a $20 million Government investment, the programme aims to build skilled researchers and deliver practical benefits for New Zealand’s economy and communities.

A new release is available from Hon Dr Shane Reti.

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