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WorkSafe NZ Enhances Machine Safety Training for Inspectors to Boost Workplace Safety
3 days ago | 74 viewsWorkplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden announced that all WorkSafe New Zealand inspectors have completed updated machine safety training to improve risk assessment and management. This training was developed in response to feedback from manufacturing businesses about unclear and impractical safety assessments, aiming to provide clearer, more practical guidance focused on real risks. The enhanced training, including workshops like the one at Burnham Military Camp, strengthens inspectors' technical expertise, enabling them to issue specific, effective safety actions that better protect workers and increase confidence in the system.
Tags: Brooke van Velden WorkSafe New Zealand Workplace Relations machine safety manufacturing sector safety training inspectors Burnham Military Camp risk assessment safety guidanceCustoms Minister Warns Young New Zealanders: Drug Couriering Risks Life and Freedom
1 week ago | 163 viewsCustoms Minister Casey Costello warned that young New Zealanders are being exploited by criminal groups to courier drugs, facing severe legal consequences including lengthy prison sentences. Recent arrests highlight ongoing drug smuggling operations, with significant quantities of methamphetamine involved and both locals and foreign nationals apprehended at airports. The Minister urged young people and their families to resist such offers, emphasizing the risks of imprisonment at home and harsher penalties, including the death penalty, in some Southeast Asian countries.
Tags: Casey Costello New Zealand drug courier methamphetamine Customs Minister drug smuggling Auckland Southeast Asia drug cartels border protectionSupreme Court and Court of Appeal Judges Appointed from July 2026
1 week ago | 149 viewsAttorney-General Chris Bishop announced that Justice Neil Ross Campbell will become a Judge of the Supreme Court and Justice David Gary Johnstone a Judge of the Court of Appeal, both starting on 16 July 2026. Justice Campbell has a distinguished academic and legal career, including roles as a law professor, Queen’s Counsel, and previous judicial appointments, while Justice Johnstone has extensive experience in criminal law, commercial litigation, and prosecution, with recent appointments as a High Court Judge. Both bring significant expertise from academia and practice, reflecting their progression through New Zealand’s legal system.
Tags: Chris Bishop Neil Ross Campbell David Gary Johnstone University of Auckland University of Cambridge Bell Gully Meredith Connell Queen’s Counsel High Court Judge Court of Appeal Judge2026 Growing Native Forests Champions Awards Celebrate Environmental & Farming Success
3 weeks ago | 277 viewsForestry Minister Todd McClay praised the 2026 Growing Native Forests Champions Awards winners for demonstrating how native planting can complement productive land uses to enhance environmental and economic outcomes. The awards, with 67 entries, showcase diverse efforts from farmers, iwi, communities, and forestry companies in advancing native forestry to support environmental resilience. The six winners include individuals and groups recognized for large-scale restoration, community planting, sustainable farming, and promoting native timber and cultural values.
Tags: Todd McClay Ollie Langridge Ngāti Koata Trust Philip Leith Jenny Leith Kingheim Limited Styx Living Laboratory Trust Waingake Transformation Programme Forestry Minister Growing Native Forests Champions AwardsGovernment Launches Rural Wellbeing Champions Programme to Support Young Farmers
3 weeks ago | 266 viewsThe Government is investing $98,000 in the Rural Wellbeing Champions Programme, embedded within the New Zealand Young Farmer of the Year Contest, to develop young rural leaders who can support mental health and wellbeing in their communities. This initiative, delivered in partnership with New Zealand Young Farmers and Farmstrong, aims to equip up to 150 participants with skills to navigate rural pressures and lead wellbeing conversations. The investment complements a broader mental health plan, enhancing support services and fostering resilient rural communities for the future.
Tags: Matt Doocey Mark Patterson New Zealand Young Farmers Rural Wellbeing Champions Programme Farmstrong Mental Health Rural Communities Young Farmers Government Investment Mental Health MinisterNew Quality Homes Delivered Early for NZ Military Families Under Budget
1 month ago | 407 viewsDefence Minister Chris Penk announced the early and under-budget completion of 23 new, high-quality homes for military families across New Zealand Defence Force bases as part of the Homes for Families programme. This $7.8 million development addresses decades of underinvestment in outdated military housing, providing safe, modern living spaces that support personnel wellbeing and ease housing affordability pressures. The government plans to invest up to $600 million through the 2025 Defence Capability Plan to continue delivering these homes, boosting regional economic activity and improving conditions for Defence personnel and their families.
Tags: Chris Penk New Zealand Defence Force Homes for Families Linton Military Camp Royal New Zealand Air Force Base Ohakea Burnham Military Camp Defence Minister Penny Homes Devonport Trentham$11.9M Reinvested to Combat Meth and Gang Harm in NZ Communities
1 month ago | 417 viewsNew Zealand's government will reinvest $11.9 million seized from criminals into the Resilience to Organised Crime in Communities (ROCC) programme to combat methamphetamine and gang-related harm. ROCC collaborates with police and community groups across seven regions to prevent gang recruitment, support offenders, and aid communities affected by drug and gang activity through practical initiatives with measurable outcomes. This funding, sourced from the Proceeds of Crime Fund, underscores the government's commitment to reducing organized crime and its impact on vulnerable populations without relying solely on enforcement.
Tags: Nicole McKee Casey Costello ROCC Proceeds of Crime Fund New Zealand methamphetamine gangs organised crime Police WELLfedDefence Minister Honors NZ Businesses Boosting National Security and Innovation
1 month ago | 389 viewsDefence Minister Chris Penk highlighted the vital role New Zealand businesses play in supporting national security by providing essential equipment, services, and infrastructure to the Defence Force. This year’s award recipients contribute to regional growth, innovation, and the Defence Capability Plan’s goals, which include doubling defence spending by 2025. Additionally, the Defence Industry Advisory Council has been revitalized with updated membership and terms to better align with government defence and economic priorities.
Tags: Chris Penk New Zealand Defence Force Ministry of Defence Defence Industry Advisory Council Defence Capability Plan Burnham Military Camp Minister of Defence Awards Defence spending Defence procurement Defence IndustryChelsea F.C. Women to Play Auckland FC at International Football Festival in NZ
1 month ago | 516 viewsChelsea F.C. Women will play Auckland FC Women’s Invitational XI at Eden Park on August 8, marking the first time a Women’s Super League club competes in New Zealand, supported by the Government’s $70 million Major Events and Tourism Package. This event, part of the International Football Festival, aims to boost Auckland’s economy, create jobs, and showcase New Zealand globally as a premier destination for sport and entertainment. The Government’s investment also supports other major events like concerts and sports tournaments, enhancing tourism and cultural offerings nationwide.
Tags: Chelsea F. C. Women Louise Upston Auckland FC Women’s Invitational XI Tottenham Hotspur FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 Linkin Park Robbie Williams Ultra Music Festival FIFA World Series World Surf League Championship TourJames McDonald Becomes Australasia’s Most Successful Group 1 Jockey at 34
3 months ago | 538 viewsMinister for Racing Winston Peters congratulated James McDonald for becoming Australasia’s most successful Group 1 jockey with 130 victories, surpassing Damien Oliver's record. At just 34, McDonald's achievement highlights his exceptional talent, professionalism, and dedication to the sport. Peters emphasized McDonald's status as a global superstar and ambassador for Australasian racing through his strong public connection and partnerships with top trainers.
Tags: Winston Peters James McDonald Damien Oliver Chris Waller Australasian Group 1 champion jockey Minister for Racing world’s best jockey award racing community Group 1 riderFast-Track Approval Granted for New Zealand’s Green Steel Manufacturing Plant
3 months ago | 926 viewsNational Green Steel Limited’s structural steel manufacturing plant in Hampton Downs, Waikato, has been approved through the Fast-track process, aiming to produce 200,000 tonnes of recycled steel annually using low-carbon electric arc furnace technology. The project will reduce steel imports, enable local recycling of scrap metal, create about 200 skilled jobs, and support New Zealand’s infrastructure development by strengthening supply chains. This is the 13th project approved under Fast-track and the first infrastructure project involving steel manufacturing, reflecting industry readiness to invest in sustainable infrastructure solutions.
Tags: Mr Bishop Mr Jones Mr Watts National Green Steel Limited New Zealand Green Steel Hampton Downs Waikato AucklandNew Zealand Invests $20M to Support Families and Prevent Addiction Harm by 2029
3 months ago | 496 viewsThe New Zealand government is investing nearly $20 million annually in a new Action Plan to improve addiction support, focusing on early intervention, expanded pregnancy and parenting services, and community-based follow-up for those affected by substance use. Emphasizing the critical first 1000 days of a child's life, the plan aims to prevent harm through early identification and enhanced support for families experiencing alcohol or drug issues. Progress includes a growing addiction workforce and reduced counselor vacancies, reflecting the government's commitment to addressing addiction comprehensively across all stages.
Tags: Matt Doocey New Zealand addiction substance harm mental health fetal alcohol spectrum disorder methamphetamine parenting support drug and alcohol counsellors Action PlanGovernment Boosts Funding for Smokefree Youth Music Programs to Promote Health
4 months ago | 702 viewsThe Government is increasing funding to $550,000 per year for the next three years to support Smokefreerockquest and Smokefree Tangata Beats, youth music programs promoting smokefree and vapefree lifestyles. These events have been instrumental in encouraging creativity and wellbeing among young people for 36 years, contributing to a significant decline in smoking and vaping rates among youth. The 2025 editions achieved record participation and audience engagement, highlighting their effectiveness in reaching and influencing young people.
Tags: Casey Costello Smokefreerockquest Smokefree Tangata Beats Health NZ Associate Health Minister youth music programmes smokefree lifestyle vapefree lifestyle quit smoking campaigns government investmentNew Methamphetamine Contamination Rules for Rental Properties Effective April 2026
4 months ago | 827 viewsNew regulations addressing methamphetamine contamination in rental properties will take effect from 16 April 2026, establishing clear, evidence-based thresholds and processes to ensure consistency for landlords and tenants. Properties with residue above 15µg/100cm² must be decontaminated, and if levels exceed 30µg/100cm², tenancy termination options become available, with professional testing aligned to New Zealand Standard 8510:2017 required in certain cases. Developed with expert advice, these rules aim to protect tenant health while minimizing landlord costs, with guidance provided through MBIE’s Tenancy Services website.
Tags: Tama Potaka Peter Gluckman methamphetamine contamination rental properties New Zealand Standard 8510:2017 Ministry of Housing and Urban Development MBIE Tenancy Services New Zealand Institute for Public Health Forensic ScienceNew Military Health and Performance Centre Opens at Burnham Camp for NZDF
4 months ago | 681 viewsA new Military Health and Performance Centre, Tû Manawa Ora, has opened at Burnham Military Camp to enhance the health, wellbeing, and operational readiness of New Zealand Defence Force personnel by providing comprehensive medical, rehabilitation, psychological, and training services under one roof. The $22 million facility, completed in 18 months, aims to set a new standard for military healthcare infrastructure, supporting both prevention and treatment to improve retention and performance. Strategically located at the largest South Island military base, the centre reflects a strong commitment to caring for Defence personnel throughout their service and beyond.
Tags: Chris Penk New Zealand Defence Force Burnham Military Camp Tû Manawa Ora Hawkins New Zealand Ernst & Young GHD NZ Beca Defence Estate and Infrastructure Associate Defence Minister