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Government launches Biodiscovery Platform to grow New Zealand’s bioeconomy

04 October 2025

A new Biodiscovery Platform is being set up to harness New Zealand’s unique biodiversity.

Economic Development Science and technology

Major upgrade for tennis arena roof to support its long-term future

03 October 2025

The Government has announced a $5 million investment in a new Centre Court roof for Auckland’s Manuka Doctor Arena.

Tourism funding

Government response to the independent electricity market performance review

01 October 2025

The Minister of Finance and Minister for Energy have announced a series of actions to secure New Zealand’s energy supply and build better markets for the future.

Energy

Earthquake-prone building system changes announced

29 September 2025

The Government has announced proposed legislative changes for the earthquake-prone building (EPB) system.

Building and construction regulation Earthquakes and natural disasters

New Zealand and Australia to accelerate space science and technology

28 September 2025

Three collaborative projects to strengthen trans-Tasman space science, build capability, and unlock new commercial opportunities.

Science and innovation Science funding Space Agency Science and technology

Holidays Act to be replaced

23 September 2025

Cabinet has agreed to policy proposals for new employment leave legislation

Employment regulation Business

Developing talent for a stronger economy

23 September 2025

The Government today released an update to Going for Growth, its plan to drive economic growth.

Economic Development

Government backs NZ–US digital twin collaboration

18 September 2025

Government invests up to $4.5 million in a NZ–US partnership to develop AI-powered digital twins for health and bioeconomy innovation.

Science and innovation Science funding Science and technology

New Zealand Institute for Advanced Technology launches major AI investment

18 September 2025

The New Zealand Institute for Advanced Technology (NZIAT) is launching its second major initiative to accelerate artificial intelligence (AI) research and commercialisation.

Science and innovation Science funding Digital economy Science and technology

Surcharging bill passes first reading

17 September 2025

The Retail Payment System (Ban on Merchant Surcharges) Amendment Bill has received its first reading in Parliament.

Competition regulation Consumer protection Business Government

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