Articles tagged with Value For Money

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Government's Efficient School Property Investment: $100M for New Classrooms

16 Oct 2025 | 10 months ago | 1074 views

The Government's focus on efficiency in school property has freed up $100 million for reinvestment in new classrooms. By utilizing offsite manufacturing and repeatable designs, the cost of delivering new classrooms has been halved. This investment includes new classrooms and learning support spaces in various schools, as well as funding for repairs and upgrades in schools nationwide.

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Public Service Amendment Bill: Enhancing Efficiency and Accountability for Taxpayers

31 Jul 2025 | 1 year ago | 1891 views

Legislation for public service overhaul emphasizing value for taxpayers has passed first reading, led by Public Service Minister Judith Collins. The Public Service Amendment Bill aims to enhance public service performance by clarifying its purpose and chief executives' responsibilities. The bill reinforces merit-based appointments, increases chief executives' accountability, and ensures a competitive selection process, maintaining political neutrality and professional standards for better taxpayer outcomes.

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