New Zealand’s largest contestable science fund is investing in 72 new projects to address challenges, develop new technology and support communities, Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Judith Collins says. “This Endeavour Fund round being funded is focused on economic growth and commercial outputs,” Ms Collins says. “It involves funding of more than $236 million for a range … Read more
Network banners on customer’s phones will display “Kia Ora” to celebrate Māori Language Week
One New Zealand
One New Zealand is saying “Kia Ora” and helping spread te reo Maōri via its network banner, to commemorate Māori Language Week. Māori Engagement Lead, Rob Selwyn (Te Whānau-ā-Apanui, Whakatōhea), says: “We were discussing how to celebrate Te Wiki o te Reo Māori in an authentic, One New Zealand way, and decided what better way … Read more
Parihaka infrastructure upgrades funded
NZ Government
The Government will provide a $5.8 million grant to improve water infrastructure at Parihaka in Taranaki, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones and Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka say. “This grant from the Regional Infrastructure Fund will have a multitude of benefits for this hugely significant cultural site, including keeping local waterways clean and enabling new … Read more
Serious assaults down 22% in Auckland CBD
Cross-government action to tackle crime and antisocial behaviour in Auckland is getting traction, says Police Minister Mark Mitchell. “Our central cities should be great places to live and work, but in recent years they have become hot spots for crime and anti-social behaviour. In Auckland, businesses and residents suffered as violent and retail crime soared. … Read more
Increased certainty for contractors coming
Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden says upcoming changes to the Employment Relations Act will provide greater certainty for contractors and businesses. “These changes to legislation are necessary to ensure businesses and workers have more clarity from the start of their contracting arrangement. It is an ACT-National coalition commitment and is another action … Read more
Draft critical minerals list released for consultation
A draft list of minerals deemed essential to New Zealand’s economy and strengthening its mineral resilience has been released for consultation, Resources Minister Shane Jones says. The draft Critical Minerals List identifies 35 minerals essential to economic functions, are in demand internationally, and face high risk of supply disruption domestically and internationally. “Minerals underpin just … Read more