Articles tagged with Nicola Grig
New Breast Screening Site Opens in Waikanae for Women on Kāpiti Coast
3 weeks ago | 155 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
3 weeks ago | 154 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 detection132nd Suffrage Day: Celebrating Progress for Women in New Zealand
1 month ago | 282 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 ChristchurchNew Zealand's Gender Pay Gap Shrinks to 5.2% - Historic Low
2 months ago | 310 viewsNew Zealand's gender pay gap decreased from 8.2% to 5.2% in the June 2025 quarter, the lowest since data collection began in 1998, as reported by Stats NZ. Minister for Women, Nicola Grigg, hailed the improvement as positive news for women in the country. The government is dedicated to economic growth, with efforts to reduce pay gaps, increase wages, and create more job opportunities, though challenges persist in addressing ethnic pay gaps.
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3 months ago | 601 viewsMinister of State for Trade and Investment Nicola Grigg will attend the Pacific Island Forum’s Trade Ministers Meeting in Fiji to discuss the importance of trade for economic growth and prosperity in New Zealand and the Pacific region. The meeting aims to shape the future of trade and economic integration among Pacific Island countries. Ms. Grigg highlights New Zealand's commitment to regional cooperation, resilience, and leadership in advancing Pacific trade priorities, including initiatives such as the Fiji New Zealand Business Council's strategy to increase two-way trade to NZ$2 billion by 2030 and the PACER Plus trade agreement benefiting businesses and promoting investment flows in the region.
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4 months ago | 1409 viewsNew Zealand’s horticulturalists are breaking new ground with exports tipped to surpass $8 billion for the first time, Associate Agriculture Minister Nicola Grigg says. “New Zealand’s horticulture sector is poised for impressive growth, with export revenue forecast to hit a record $8. 5 billion by 30 June 2025,” Ms Grigg says.
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