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Independent chair and steering group appointed to the seismic risk management review 21 November 2024

An independent chair and steering group have been appointed to provide expert oversight for the review of earthquake-prone buildings and seismic risk management.

Earthquakes and natural disasters
Government suppliers to receive faster payments 19 November 2024

Businesses supplying goods and services to government agencies will benefit from improved payment times.

Business
MBIE is helping New Zealanders spot scams through Fraud Awareness Week 18 November 2024

The focus for Fraud Awareness Week 2024 is helping New Zealanders spot signs of phishing, impersonation and online shopping scams so they can take action to protect themselves and their family.

Consumer protection
Trans-Tasman Earth observation research studies confirmed 14 November 2024

4 New Zealand research teams will work alongside their Australian counterparts to test space science research projects using Earth observation tools and techniques, thanks to a trans-Tasman research agreement.

Science funding
Temporary accommodation built at Ōmāhu Marae marks a milestone in Cyclone Gabrielle recovery 12 November 2024

The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) – Hīkina Whakatutuki, Ngāti Hinemanu, Ngāi Upokoiri me ōna Piringa Hapū Authority Trust, Ōmāhu Marae and Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated have partnered together to deliver temporary accommodation for whānau displaced due to Cyclone Gabrielle.

Temporary accommodation Earthquakes and natural disasters
Government consultation opens on proposal for an agreement on information sharing between MBIE and IR 11 November 2024

Inland Revenue and Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) have announced the opening of a public consultation on a proposed information sharing agreement between the two organisations.

Regulatory systems Regulating companies and other entities
Feedback wanted on ACC’s occupational diseases list 30 October 2024

MBIE is seeking feedback on proposed additions to the list of diseases covered under ACC where there is a link to workplace exposure.

ACC
Feedback wanted on better protecting people and property from fire 29 October 2024

The Government is seeking feedback from the building and construction sector on key issues they have experienced or identified in the Building Code related to fire safety.

Building and construction regulation
New self-certification options being explored for building professionals 29 October 2024

The Government has announced a new programme of work to investigate options for a new self-certification regime for building and construction professionals.

Building
Have your say on changes to NZ Post’s mail service obligations 29 October 2024

MBIE is seeking feedback on how changes to the minimum obligations on NZ Post’s mail service could impact New Zealanders.

Broadcasting and other communications

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