19 December 2024
Labour claims that economic cuts have fueled a recession, with New Zealand's GDP shrinking 1% this quarter.
Emergency responders now have priority access to cellular networks.
State Highway 1 through the Mangamuka Gorge has reopened after extensive repairs.
Tertiary Education Minister Penny Simmonds and Associate Minister David Seymour announced changes to the Education and Training Act.
The Government has increased support for avian influenza response efforts.
Transport Minister Simeon Brown announces funding confirmation.
18 December 2024
Media Minister Paul Goldsmith seeks to level the playing field.
Reforms aim to improve court efficiency and fairness.
Progress made on major road project.
Partnerships to plant trees on Crown-owned land sought.
The New Zealand Government has finalized the regulations for the levy on insurance contracts to fund Fire and Emergency New Zealand. The agreed-upon rate of 2.2 percent will come into effect from July 2026.
Government hikes pay for top executives.