More recreational hunting opportunities on offer
Game bird hunters can look forward to more hunting opportunities in the future, with the Government announcing three new commercial upland game preserves today. The new upland game preserve areas are:
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Fresh stats reinforce tourism’s contribution to the economy
New figures out today again reinforce the importance of tourism to sustained economic growth, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. International Visitor Survey results for the year ending December 2024 show a significant increase of 23 per cent in annual visitor spend.
More locally trained doctors in primary care
Health Minister Simeon Brown has today announced further initiatives as part of a package to tackle shortages in general practice and improve access to primary care and health outcomes.
Promoting Pacific languages in New Zealand
Minister for Pacific Peoples Dr Shane Reti says the Pacific language week series continues to celebrate our diverse Pacific languages.
Mental health peer support extends to Wellington Hospital ED
Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey today officially marked the start of a new peer support service at Wellington Hospital Emergency Department, an initiative that will help people to have faster access to mental health support.
Time of use charging Bill passes first reading
A Bill to reduce travel times, increase efficiency, and help boost economic growth and productivity on our busiest roads has passed its first reading in Parliament today, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says.
Investing in natural disaster research partnerships
The Government continues to invest in research which will deliver tangible benefits to New Zealanders, Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti announced today.
Innovation Fund to support Crisis Café
Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey today visited Wellington City Mission’s Whakamaru Crisis Café where he announced they are the latest recipient of the Government’s Mental Health and Addiction Community Sector Innovation Fund.
Healthcare boost means seeing a GP, faster
The Government is delivering on its commitment to fix New Zealand’s broken healthcare system by ensuring Kiwis get better access to healthcare.
Going for growth in exports and aquaculture
The Coalition Government is going for growth by unlocking additional exports and creating jobs in the aquaculture industry.