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New Zealand and Australia Boost PACER Plus with $10M Support for Pacific Trade Growth
27 Nov 2025 | 9 months ago | 899 viewsNew Zealand and Australia have committed $10 million over five years to support PACER Plus, aiming to enhance export capabilities, diversify trade, attract investment, and boost labor mobility in Pacific countries. This new investment, announced five years after the agreement took effect, underscores ongoing commitment to regional trade growth, economic integration, and prosperity. The PACER Plus Development and Economic Cooperation Work Programme facilitates implementation, harmonizes trade infrastructure, and maximizes business opportunities across member nations.
Tags: Nicola Grigg Scott Simpson New Zealand Australia PACER Plus Pacific Islands Solomon Islands Minister of State for Trade and Investment Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Pacific regionRodger Finlay Appointed Reserve Bank Chair and Rhiannon McKinnon Joins Board
26 Nov 2025 | 9 months ago | 922 viewsRodger Finlay has been appointed Chair of the Reserve Bank, continuing his leadership since August 2023, while Rhiannon McKinnon joins the Bank’s Board for a five-year term. These appointments are part of a broader refresh of the Reserve Bank, which includes new leadership, committees, and a focus on increased accountability, transparency, and banking competition. Both appointees bring extensive experience in governance and financial management, supporting the Bank's statutory responsibilities and government expectations.
Tags: Rodger Finlay Rhiannon McKinnon Nicola Willis Reserve Bank Kiwi Wealth NZ Post Kiwi Group Holdings NZ Oil and Gas PGG Wrightson NZ Film CommissionJoin the Movement: End Violence Against Women This White Ribbon Day
24 Nov 2025 | 9 months ago | 910 viewsToday is White Ribbon Day, a national event encouraging people to oppose violence against women and celebrate men who promote healthy relationships. The day marks the start of the ‘16 Days of Activism’ campaign, which raises awareness about gender-based violence and calls for an end to discriminatory attitudes. Government officials and high-profile women are collaborating with organizations like UN Women Aotearoa to share messages and resources aimed at creating safer communities and supporting victims.
Tags: Karen Chhour Nicola Grigg Cindy Kiro Alison Mau White Ribbon Day 16 Days of Activism UN Women Aotearoa Prevention of Family and Sexual Violence family violenceGovernment Invests $2.7M in Farmstrong to Boost Rural Wellbeing and Safety
24 Nov 2025 | 9 months ago | 929 viewsThe Government has renewed a $2.7 million investment in the Farmstrong rural wellbeing programme, part of a five-year $6.8 million agreement between ACC and Farmstrong aimed at reducing injuries in agriculture and horticulture. Since its 2016 launch, Farmstrong has delivered significant returns, saving over 9,800 injury claims and $52 million in costs by addressing the link between wellbeing and injury risk. The programme, supported by ACC, FMG, and the Mental Health Foundation, provides practical resources to support farmers' mental health and safety, reinforcing the sector's importance to New Zealand's economy.
Tags: Farmstrong Nicola Grigg ACC agriculture injuries rural wellbeing FMG Mental Health Foundation New Zealand government horticulture injury preventionNew Members Appointed to National Advisory Council on Employment of Women
20 Nov 2025 | 9 months ago | 766 viewsFive members have been appointed to the National Advisory Council on the Employment of Women (NACEW) for a three-year term, with three current members reappointed and two new members joining. NACEW advises the Minister for Women on employment issues, economic empowerment, and initiatives like the Gender Pay Gap Toolkit. Minister Nicola Grigg expressed gratitude to outgoing members for their service and emphasized the council’s role in enhancing employment opportunities for women in New Zealand.
Tags: Nicola Grigg Traci Houpapa Lyn McMorran Michelle Huang Theresa Gattung Minnie Baragwanath Bernadette Pereira Theresa RongonuiNew Zealand Expands Gender Pay Gap Toolkit to Include Ethnicity and Disability Gaps
19 Nov 2025 | 9 months ago | 984 viewsNew Zealand’s expanded Gender Pay Gap Toolkit now includes tools for calculating gender-ethnicity and gender-disability pay gaps, along with resources tailored for small to medium-sized businesses and young women. Despite the overall gender pay gap falling to 5.2 percent, significant disparities persist for Asian, Māori, Pacific, and disabled women, highlighting ongoing challenges. Developed in partnership with businesses and community groups, the toolkit provides practical guidance to help organizations measure, analyze, and address overlapping pay gaps to create fairer workplaces.
Tags: Nicola Grigg Karanina Sumeo YWCA Auckland New Zealand Gender Pay Gap Ethnicity Pay Gap Disability Pay Gap SMEs Women Wāhine MāoriNurse Practitioners in New Zealand Gain Expanded Prescribing Powers for Faster Care
17 Nov 2025 | 9 months ago | 967 viewsNew Zealand’s Medicines Amendment Bill now allows nurse practitioners to prescribe a wider range of medicines, improving patient access and continuity of care. This change removes previous restrictions, enabling nurse practitioners to provide timely treatment directly within their scope of practice, especially benefiting communities with limited doctor access. Health Minister Simeon Brown emphasizes that this update recognizes nurse practitioners' advanced skills and enhances healthcare efficiency and outcomes.
Tags: Nurse practitioners New Zealand Medicines Amendment Bill Health Minister Simeon Brown prescribing rights healthcare access patient care advanced practice primary care health legislationRegulatory Standards Bill: Enhancing Transparency and Accountability in New Zealand Law
13 Nov 2025 | 10 months ago | 1021 viewsRegulation Minister David Seymour celebrates the passing of the Regulatory Standards Bill, emphasizing its importance in revealing the true costs of regulations to the public and reducing regulatory burdens through political pressure. The bill aims to enhance transparency and accountability in legislation by establishing a Regulatory Standards Board to assess consistency with principles of responsible regulation. By promoting evidence-based policy and providing recourse for individuals affected by overreaching regulations, the bill ultimately seeks to improve New Zealand's productivity and empower citizens to hold decision-makers accountable.
Tags: Regulation Minister David Seymour Regulatory Standards Bill Kiwis’ rights Public Finance Act Reserve Bank Act Bill of Rights Act Regulatory Standards Board Regulatory Impact Statements Earthquake Prone Buildings lawNew Appointments to Charities Registration Board Strengthen Governance and Decision-Making
06 Nov 2025 | 10 months ago | 887 viewsJulie Hardaker and Leighton Evans have been appointed to the Charities Registration Board by Community and Voluntary Sector Minister Louise Upston, bringing legal, regulatory, and governance expertise to the Board. Jane Wrightson has been promoted to Chair of the Board, replacing outgoing chair Gwendoline Keel. The appointments aim to strengthen the Board's decision-making capacity and ensure effective operation in complex situations, with the Board overseeing decisions about the registration and deregistration of over 28,000 charities in New Zealand.
Tags: Julie Hardaker Leighton Evans Louise Upston Jane Wrightson Gwendoline Keel Roger Miller Charities Registration Board Community and Voluntary Sector Minister Rata Foundation Traffic CourtGeothermal Energy: Past, Present, and Future Perspectives from New Zealand
26 Oct 2025 | 10 months ago | 1050 viewsThe New Zealand Minister for Resources and Regional Development delivered a keynote address at the 2025 Indigenous Geothermal Symposium in Reno, Nevada, highlighting the cultural significance and future potential of geothermal energy. New Zealand, known for its geothermal electricity production, has a deep connection to geothermal resources rooted in Māori heritage. The country is investing in supercritical geothermal technology, aiming to lead in sustainable innovation and global energy transformation.
Tags: New Zealand Māori Geothermal Energy Resources Minister Indigenous Symposium Chris Wright Roland HorneNew Zealand's $1M Welfare Funding Boosts Seafarers Support at Ports
17 Oct 2025 | 10 months ago | 1120 viewsNew Zealand allocates nearly $1 million in welfare funding to support international seafarers at 12 ports, announced by Associate Transport Minister James Meager during the opening of the South Canterbury Seafarers Welfare Centre in Timaru. The grants aim to fulfill New Zealand’s obligations under the Maritime Labour Convention by providing services like communication facilities, welfare officer visits, transportation for crew activities, financial services, and information on seafarers’ rights. The industry's funding of seafarer welfare services through levies reflects a commitment to ensuring the well-being of seafarers, recognizing their importance in enhancing productivity, safety, and environmental protection in the maritime sector.
Tags: New Zealand international seafarers welfare funding Associate Transport Minister James Meager Maritime NZ grants South Canterbury Seafarers Welfare Centre Maritime Labour Convention seafarers' rights seafarer welfare centre operations industry leviesNew Breast Screening Site Opens in Waikanae for Women on Kāpiti Coast
14 Oct 2025 | 10 months ago | 1214 viewsA new fixed breast screening site has opened in Waikanae on the Kāpiti Coast, providing women with easier access to mammograms closer to home. The purpose-built facility offers a more comfortable and spacious environment than the previous mobile unit, with upgraded equipment and IT systems. Health Minister Simeon Brown and Women’s Minister Nicola Grigg emphasize the importance of early detection through screening, especially during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, highlighting the effectiveness of mammograms in improving survival rates for women with breast cancer.
Tags: Simeon Brown Nicola Grigg Breast screening Kāpiti Coast Women Health Minister Women’s Minister Mammograms Breast cancer Screening.New Zealand Expands Free Breast Screening to Women Aged 70-74: Improving Early Detection and Saving Lives
14 Oct 2025 | 10 months ago | 1501 viewsThe nationwide breast screening age extension is progressing, with women aged 70 and 74 now eligible for free screening, marking the first step in a four-year rollout to include women aged 71 to 73 in subsequent years. The initiative aims to provide around 130,000 more women with screening every two years, allowing for early detection of breast cancer and improved survival rates. The extension, part of the Government's 100-Day Plan, is supported by increased staffing, upgraded equipment, and a new digital platform to enhance accessibility and efficiency in breast screening services.
Tags: Simeon Brown Nicola Grigg Health Minister Women’s Minister Breast cancer New Zealand Mammograms Health New Zealand Screening Early detectionSustainable Catch Limits Halved for Chatham Rise and NZ Orange Roughy
28 Sep 2025 | 11 months ago | 1066 viewsCatch limits for Chatham Rise and southern New Zealand orange roughy will be significantly reduced to promote sustainability, alongside other changes in catch limits for various fish stocks as part of a regular review process. Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones emphasizes the need for these reductions based on scientific evidence indicating pressure on the orange roughy fishery. The adjustments aim to allow stocks to recover, with additional measures planned to protect spawning areas and ensure future decision-making is well-informed.
Tags: Shane Jones Chatham Rise New Zealand orange roughy blue cod gemfish snapper rig blue mackerel sustainability132nd Suffrage Day: Celebrating Progress for Women in New Zealand
18 Sep 2025 | 11 months ago | 1128 viewsMinister for Women Nicola Grigg commemorates the 132nd anniversary of Suffrage Day, celebrating New Zealand's progress for women's rights. The government has made strides in reducing the gender pay gap, promoting women's representation in leadership roles, and improving health outcomes for women and girls. Grigg emphasizes the importance of continuing efforts towards achieving true equality and expresses gratitude to all women and girls for their contributions to New Zealand's advancement.
Tags: Suffrage Day New Zealand Minister for Women Nicola Grigg gender pay gap women's representation public sector boards Free to Lead toolkit health outcomes Christchurch