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Out with the old, in with the new: public transport legislation
Tue 11 Apr 2023

Out with the old, in with the new: public transport legislation

Bill introduced to replace Public Transport Operating Model with the Sustainable Public Transport Framework.

Climate Change update: the legacy we will leave to our tamariki and mokopuna
Wed 29 Mar 2023

Climate Change update: the legacy we will leave to our tamariki and mokopuna

‘Synthesis Report’ from the IPCC, the New Zealand Emissions Reduction Plan, and upcoming Forum.

Public libraries a hidden gem, new report finds
Tue 28 Feb 2023

Public libraries a hidden gem, new report finds

lic libraries contribute massively to people’s feeling of happiness and wellbeing, and sense of connection.

Supporting our local government colleagues in the Pacific Islands
Tue 28 Feb 2023

Supporting our local government colleagues in the Pacific Islands

Study tour looked at urban planning, crime prevention, asset management, financial management and more.

Adding natural hazard information to LIM reports
Mon 20 Feb 2023

Adding natural hazard information to LIM reports

Legislation to improve LIMs and the information provided in them on increasing risk of natural hazards.

Cat regulation for the benefit of kiwis and Kiwis
Wed 14 Dec 2022

Cat regulation for the benefit of kiwis and Kiwis

Striking the right balance between protecting our unique biodiversity and appreciating our pets.

Ballot bins and election hubs
Tue 13 Dec 2022

Ballot bins and election hubs

2022 electoral cycle complete! An update on this year’s changes with ballot bins and election hubs.

Update on alcohol licensing reforms
Tue 15 Nov 2022

Update on alcohol licensing reforms

The Government is now progressing work on alcohol law in two phases: immediate and long term.

Productivity Commission releases report on disadvantage
Tue 4 Oct 2022

Productivity Commission releases report on disadvantage

‘A fair chance for all’ examines the issue of persistent disadvantage in Aotearoa and as how we can address it.

Pacific Wellbeing Strategy revealed
Wed 21 Sep 2022

Pacific Wellbeing Strategy revealed

Improving wellbeing outcomes for Pacific peoples by strengthening partnerships with Pacific communities.

Protecting our most fertile agricultural land
Tue 20 Sep 2022

Protecting our most fertile agricultural land

National Policy Statement aims to protect highly productive land for land-based primary production.

Resource management reform at the Waitangi Tribunal
Wed 10 Aug 2022

Resource management reform at the Waitangi Tribunal

Urgent hearing of the Waitangi Tribunal held regarding reforms to the resource management system.