Articles tagged with National
New 'Coward Punch' Laws: Tougher Penalties for Offenders in New Zealand
4 days ago | 241 viewsThe Government is introducing specific coward punch offences to ensure perpetrators receive tougher sentences, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “A ‘coward punch’ gets its name for obvious reasons. These attacks affect everyday Kiwis and are often committed by cowardly attackers, who strike when the victim is distracted.
Tags: National New zealand first Paul goldsmith Three strikes regimeNew Zealanders to Benefit from Strengthened Whānau Ora Support Services with Enhanced Focus on Community Needs
4 days ago | 212 viewsNew Zealanders will soon benefit from strengthened Whānau Ora support services with a renewed focus on those in greatest need, Whānau Ora Minister Tama Potaka says. Four new Whānau Ora commissioning agencies - Rangitāmiro, Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira, Te Tauraki (a subsidiary of Te Runanga o Ngai Tahu), and the Cause Collective (operating as The Tātou Collective) - will begin commissioning services from providers starting 1 July. Mr Potaka attended the launch event for Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira’s Whānau Ora Commissioning Agency at Hongoeka Marae in Plimmerton this morning.
Tags: Cause collective Census3 Hongoeka marae Kahurang National Plimmerton Rangitāmiro Tama potaka Tariana turia Tātou collective Te runanga o ngai tahu Te rūnanga o toa rangatira Te tauraki Wau ora Whānau ora commissioning agency Whau ora ZealandNew Offences for Assaulting First Responders & Prison Officers: Tougher Penalties Proposed by Justice Minister Goldsmith
5 days ago | 278 viewsThe Government is introducing new offences to ensure those who assault on-duty first responders or prison officers spend longer in prison, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “Where others may flee, first responders and prison officers run towards danger to help those who need urgent assistance. “Assaulting them puts multiple lives at risk, so there must be greater consequences for these heinous acts of violence.
Tags: Goldsmith National / New zealand New zealand first Paul goldsmith Protection for first responders and prison officersNew Zealand Bee Health Trust Takes Over National AFB Pest Management Plan
1 week ago | 243 viewsBiosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard has appointed a new management agency responsible for implementing and enforcing the National American Foulbrood Pest Management Plan (AFB NPMP). The New Zealand Bee Health and Biosecurity Trust (NZBB) will take over management of the NPMP from 1 July 2025. “The NZBB will bring a lot of experience.
Tags: Afb management Afb management agency Afb npmp American Andrew hoggard Apiculture nz Biosecurity act Charitable trust Hoggard National american fbrood pest management New zealand New zealand bee health and biosecurity trustCanterbury's Tāwhaki Aerospace Centre Secures Permanent Test Flight Airspace for Advanced Aviation Innovations
1 week ago | 391 viewsCanterbury’s Tāwhaki National Aerospace Centre has been allocated permanent test flight airspace, giving advanced aviation companies the freedom to safely trial next-generation technologies, Space Minister Judith Collins announced today. “The Civil Aviation Authority’s (CAA) permanent special use airspace designation for Tāwhaki anchors Canterbury’s growing reputation as a national hub for space and advanced aviation innovation. ” Ms Collins announced the Tāwhaki designation at the launch of the Waitaha Canterbury Aerospace Strategy, which aims to position Canterbury as a global leader in aerospace innovation by 2035.
Tags: Canterbury Canterbury aerospace Christchurch Civil aviation Civil aviation authority Civil aviation rules Collins Judith collins National aerospace New zealand New zealand aerospace summit Strategy WaitahaNew Zealand Strengthens Emergency Management System for Major Emergencies: Investment Roadmap Unveiled
1 week ago | 364 viewsThe Government has agreed in principle to an investment and implementation roadmap to strengthen New Zealand’s emergency management system so it can manage major to severe emergencies, Emergency Management and Recovery Minister Mark Mitchell announced today. “This roadmap is part of our response to the Government Inquiry into the North Island Severe Weather Events and complements the work underway to develop a new Emergency Management Bill,” says Mr Mitchell. “New Zealand is facing more frequent and severe weather events, and we need to ensure our emergency management system is fit for purpose to manage significant, widespread emergencies like Cyclone Gabrielle.
Tags: Emergency management and recovery Emergency management bill Gabrielle Government Government inquiry Mark mitchell Mitchell National emergency management agency New zealand North island severe weather events Rence fundTransforming New Zealand's Infrastructure: Draft National Infrastructure Plan Unveiled
1 week ago | 380 viewsOpening Good morning. It’s great to be here today for the release of the draft National Infrastructure Plan – or the NIP. I’d like to thank Raveen Jaduram, Geoff Cooper, and the entire team at the Infrastructure Commission for hosting this Symposium and for their hard work on putting the NIP together.
Tags: Geoff cooper Infrastructure Infrastructure commission National infrastructure New zealand Raveen jadura Symposium ZealandNew Zealand Infrastructure Minister Urges Public Feedback on Draft National Infrastructure Plan for Economic Growth and Better Value
1 week ago | 233 viewsInfrastructure Minister Chris Bishop encourages New Zealanders to have their say on the draft National Infrastructure Plan released today by the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission. “Improving the way we plan, fund, maintain and build our infrastructure is critical to boosting economic growth and increasing productivity and living standards, and so the Government welcomes today’s draft report by the independent Infrastructure Commission. “Contrary to many perceptions, New Zealand spends a lot on infrastructure.
Tags: Chris bishop Commission Defence Infrastructure commission National infrastructure plan New zealand New zealand infrastructure commissionNew Zealand's Path to Economic Growth: Easing Investment for Businesses and Higher Wages
1 week ago | 317 viewsAssociate Finance Minister David Seymour welcomes the passing of first reading for a Bill to make it easier for New Zealand businesses to receive new investment, grow and pay higher wages. The Overseas Investment (National Interest Test and Other Matters) Amendment Bill has passed its first reading in Parliament today. “New Zealand has been turning away opportunities for growth for too long.
Tags: Amendment bill David seymour New zealand Overseas investment ( national interest test and other matters Seymour ZealandAccelerated Overseas Investment Decision-Making: Minister's Directive Leads to Efficiency Gains
1 week ago | 301 viewsAssociate Minister of Finance David Seymour is encouraged to see overseas investment decisions being made twice as fast following his Ministerial directive letter (the letter) to Land Information New Zealand (LINZ). “Last year I issued a Ministerial directive letter setting out my expectations for faster consent processing timeframes under the Overseas Investment Act (the Act),” Mr Seymour says. “The letter set my expectation that LINZ, the regulator for the Act, will process 80 per cent of consent applications in half the statutory timeframes for decisions.
Tags: David seymour Finance Land information new zealand National New zealand Overseas investment act SeymourPrime Minister Luxon Strengthens Bilateral Relations with China Through Key Agreements and Discussions
2 weeks ago | 164 viewsPrime Minister Christopher Luxon has wrapped up his successful China visit by meeting with his Chinese counterpart Premier Li Qiang at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. “My first official visit to China allowed me to reconnect with Premier Li on the full scope of our bilateral relationship,” Mr Luxon says. Following their meeting, Mr Luxon and Premier Li issued a Joint Statement of Outcomes and witnessed the signing of 11 new government-to-government arrangements covering cooperation on climate change, cultural linkages, tourism and a range of practical initiatives to facilitate trade flows.
Tags: Beijing Chen jining Chinese Christopher luxon Great hall of the people Indo pacific Li qiang National people ’ s congress New zealand Pacific Shanghai South china sea Taiwan strait Xi jinping Zealand Zhao lejiPM Luxon meets with President Xi Jinping
2 weeks ago | 191 viewsPrime Minister Christopher Luxon has met with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. “My meeting with President Xi was a valuable opportunity to reflect on the depth and breadth of this important relationship, and to reaffirm our bilateral ties,” Mr Luxon says. “I outlined how our strong and innovative economic relationship has grown to cover a broad range of areas.
Tags: Beijing Chinese Christopher luxon Great hall of the people Indo - pacific Li qiang National people ’ s congress New zealand Pacific Pacific islands forum Ukraine Xi jinping Zhao lejiBacking biodiversity protection for Kaimai Mamaku
2 weeks ago | 242 viewsA $750,000 investment into Iwi and community led biodiversity protection at Kaimai Mamaku Conservation Park will benefit the environment and sustainable tourism, Conservation Minister Tama Potaka says. “We’re backing much-needed protection for one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most unique conservation parks and southern-most kauri habitats through work to eradicate destructive wild goats, contributing to a healthier and scenic visitor experience near Tauranga,” Mr Potaka says. “Browsing animals, like wild goats affect forest regeneration significantly, and are considered a potential spreader of kauri dieback through soil they carry.
Tags: Aotearoa new Aotearoa new zealand Auckland International visitor levy Kaimai mamaku conservation park Kaimai mamaku restoration project Karangahake gorge Rotorua Tama potaka Tauranga ZealandNew Certification scheme unlocks $200M market for Kiwi cosmetics in China
2 weeks ago | 176 viewsTrade and Investment Minister Todd McClay and Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson have welcomed a new certification scheme, announced by the Prime Minister in Shanghai today, that unlocks access to China’s $200 million cosmetics and skincare market — a move that will drive stronger returns for New Zealand exporters and boost the economy. “This is a smart, practical step that removes a long-standing trade barrier and opens up valuable new channels for our exporters,” McClay says. “It means more high-quality, innovative New Zealand products on shelves in China - not just online, but in stores across one of the world’s fastest-growing consumer markets.
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2 weeks ago | 161 viewsAssociate Finance Minister David Seymour welcomes the introduction of legislation to make it easier for New Zealand businesses to receive new investment, grow and pay higher wages. The Overseas Investment (National Interest Test and Other Matters) Amendment Bill has been introduced to the House. “New Zealand has been turning away opportunities for growth for too long.
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