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District Court Judges appointed Attorney-General Judith Collins today announced the appointment of three new District Court Judges.

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Building ties with Brazil New Zealand will continue to build its relationship with Brazil, Latin America’s most populous country, Foreign Minister Winston Peters says.

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The Strategic Importance of Latin America Speech to the New Zealand Innovation Showcase, Brasilia, Brazil, 5 March 2026

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Government clarifies welfare and ACC payments The Government has passed legislation clarifying the law on the impact of ACC payments on welfare entitlement to make sure the process is fair for everyone.

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New overseas investment rules inject billions into local economy The Government’s work to boost overseas investment and remove barriers to doing business with New Zealand is delivering billions for the local economy and Kiwi businesses, Associate Finance Minister David Seymou

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Bill to modernise census passes first reading Legislation to support a more efficient census and provide timelier data for New Zealand has passed its first reading today, Statistics Minister Dr Shane Reti and Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith say.

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It’s Game On for new Pacific career pathways Young Pacific people will have the opportunity to enter New Zealand’s growing $750 million gaming sector through Game On, a programme to support them into the industry.

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Cautionary approach to Bluff oyster season The Bluff oyster season is open, with a cautionary approach and after careful assessment of the fishery, Oceans and Fisheries Under-Secretary Jenny Marcroft says.

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Nominating committee for the Guardians of New Zealand Superannuation appointments Two new appointments have been made to the nominating committee for the Guardians of New Zealand Superannuation, alongside two reappointments, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says.

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New NZ-Chile cooperation arrangement to deliver for agriculture sectors New Zealand and Chile have signed an arrangement to boost agricultural cooperation and drive sector success, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay says.

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Government backs Kiwi seafarer workforce growth The Government’s taking action to grow New Zealand’s ageing seafarer workforce and improve its supply-chain resilience, through a major investment in training opportunities for those entering the industry, Associate T

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Supporting first-year GP trainees Changes to the way first-year GP trainees are employed will make it easier for new doctors to choose general practice and help strengthen the primary care workforce, Health Minister Simeon Brown says.

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Second private Building Consent Authority approved The launch of New Zealand’s second private Building Consent Authority (BCA) will add competition and capacity to the building consent system, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk says.

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Pharmac proposal will help patients recover from stem cell transplants Associate Health Minister David Seymour and Health Minister Simeon Brown welcome Pharmac’s proposal to fund letermovir, which helps prevent serious infection following stem cell transplants.

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Appointment of the Health and Disability Commissioner Health Minister Simeon Brown has today announced the reappointment of Ms Morag McDowell as Health and Disability Commissioner.

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Upgraded women's leadership database launched A new-look database to advance women’s progress into leadership roles has been launched to mark International Women’s Day.

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ChamberWorks helps employers build teams Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston says a new partnership which supports business owners with their hiring decisions will help get more Kiwis into work.

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New Zealand consular response in Middle East The Government continues to explore all options for assisting New Zealanders stranded by conflict in the Middle East, Foreign Minister Winston Peters and Defence Minister Judith Collins say.

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Māori-led tech company prepares to go global A Tauranga-based Māori health technology company is expanding into major international markets following support from the Government’s Māori Development Fund, Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka says.

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Speech to second Pacific Stakeholder Fono The Delivering for Pacific Communities Strategy is a practical three-year plan to ensure Pacific peoples benefit directly from government policies and programmes. Across these areas, the Government is committed to delivering real results, not just intentions.

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Exports up more than $2b – powering economy New Zealand’s latest international trade statistics show robust performance across global markets, reflecting the skill, innovation, and resilience of Kiwi exporters who continue to rank among the best in the wo

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Joint New Zealand - Uruguay statement Joint Declaration Uruguay – New Zealand on the occasion of the visit to Uruguay of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of New Zealand

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New Zealand tourism continuing to boom Fresh data out this week shows international visitors are returning to New Zealand in droves and visitor spend is on the up, supporting local business and jobs across the country.

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New CT scanner for Wairarapa A new CT scanner is now operational at Wairarapa Hospital, marking a significant upgrade to diagnostic services in the region, Health Minister Simeon Brown says.

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New Zealand and Uruguay: Natural partners New Zealand and Uruguay have reaffirmed their natural partnership as small, open democracies, Foreign Minister Winston Peters says.

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Progress sails on new Chatham Islands ship The procurement of a new Chatham Islands supply vessel has hit another major milestone with the signing of a ship delivery agreement, paving the way for its construction to begin.

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Smokefree compliance efforts double Health agencies more than doubled the number of store visits and controlled purchase operations last year to curb illegal sales of cigarettes and vapes to minors, Associate Health Minister Casey Costello said to

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More funding for weather hit communities The Government is providing further contributions to Mayoral Relief Funds to help communities impacted by recent severe weather events, Minister for Emergency Management Mark Mitchell announced today.

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Tourism drives billions into New Zealand economy The Government welcomes data out today showing New Zealand’s tourism sector continues to go from strength to strength, driving billions into the economy.

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New neonatal unit for Hutt Hospital to boost local capacity Construction on a new neonatal unit at Hutt Hospital will begin in April, expanding specialist care for newborns in the Hutt Valley, Health Minister Simeon Brown says.

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