NZ welcomes Israel – Hamas ceasefire deal
New Zealand welcomes the ceasefire deal to end hostilities in Gaza, Foreign Minister Winston Peters says.
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Minister hears from Chatham Islands community on shipping solution
The Associate Minster of Transport has this week told the community that work is progressing to ensure they have a secure and suitable shipping solution in place to give the Island certainty for its future.
Patients continue to be prioritised
Associate Health Minister David Seymour says he is proud of the Government’s commitment to increasing medicines access for New Zealanders, resulting in a big uptick in the number of medicines being funded.
Trade and investment agreements signed with United Arab Emirates
New Zealand’s first-class free trade deal and investment treaty with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have been signed.
Business confidence highest since 2021
The latest NZIER Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion, which shows the highest level of general business confidence since 2021, is a sign the economy is moving in the right direction, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says.
Strong biosecurity more important than ever
Events over the last few weeks have highlighted the importance of strong biosecurity to New Zealand.
Arms Act Public consultation commences
Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee reminds the public that they now have an opportunity to have their say on the rewrite of the Arms Act 1983.
KO disruptive tenants’ easy ride over
Complaints about disruptive behaviour now handled in around 13 days (down from around 60 days a year ago) 553 Section 55A notices issued by Kāinga Ora since July 2024, up from 41 issued during the same period in the previous year.
80% reduction in building determination wait times
The time it takes to process building determinations has improved significantly over the last year which means fewer delays in homes being built, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk says.
Top baby names for 2024
Minister of Internal Affairs Brooke van Velden is pleased to announce the annual list of New Zealand’s most popular baby names for 2024.