Articles for category: Politics
Smoother path for Great Rides
Cycling our Great Rides is about to get a whole lot smoother, with a $9 million Government boost for infrastructure upgrades and replacements.
Government to consider Special Economic Zones
Marsden Point could become the heart of a bold vision to boost New Zealand’s fuel and energy security, and an attractive option for overseas investors seeking to be part of our economic growth story.
Residency fast tracked for Primary Teachers
The Government is ensuring more Kiwi kids access the teachers they need to thrive in the classroom by fast-tracking the residency process for primary teachers.
Deputy PM visit harnesses huge interest in NZ in the Gulf
Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters has completed a successful visit to the Gulf region today, focused on building economic growth opportunities and conducting strategic foreign policy discussions.
Consultation on charity tax settings open
Consultation on an Inland Revenue Issues Paper on the taxation of charity and not-for-profits opens today.
76 gang patches seized by Police under new law
In the three months since the Government’s new gang laws came into effect Police have seized 76 patches, 67 firearms, and laid 337 charges for insignia breaches.