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Hapū geothermal heating project cuts power bills for Rotorua homes 15 August 2023

A small-scale geothermal energy project that received government funding is now up and running, and providing more affordable heating to 15 new whare.

Energy and natural resources
Empowering Kiwis to have a say in the energy transition 09 August 2023

The government is seeking feedback on an ambitious programme of work to transition New Zealand towards a low emissions economy, with consultation on 5 streams of energy policy launched today.

Energy Energy research and data Regulatory systems Energy and natural resources
Unregistered Motor Vehicle seller convicted and fined 08 August 2023

A Tauranga man has been fined $3,500 after he was convicted of breaching the Motor Vehicle Sales Act 2003 (MVSA).

Consumer protection
MBIE welcomes 2 new departmental science advisors 08 August 2023

The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment has appointed 2 new Departmental Science Advisors to provide scientific leadership and sector expertise alongside current MBIE Departmental Science Advisor Professor David Hutchison and Chief Science Advisor Dr Gill Jolly.

Upcoming Te Ara Paerangi information sessions 01 August 2023

Hear the latest from MBIE about the research, science and innovation system reforms in these online information sessions on Wednesday 9 and Friday 11 August.

Government welcomes startup report 01 August 2023

The Government today welcomed the report of the Startup Advisors Council on steps to support a thriving environment for high-growth startups in New Zealand.

Details of improvements to screen production rebate revealed 31 July 2023

Details of changes to the Government’s investment in the screen sector were released today, designed to support quality productions that generate economic and cultural benefits for New Zealand.

Screen sector
Changes to wholesale fuel market to bring better deal for motorists 27 July 2023

A Bill encouraging more competitive wholesale fuel pricing to help ensure motorists get a fairer deal has passed its third reading in Parliament.

Review for the future of weather forecasting 26 July 2023

Government today announced a review into New Zealand’s national weather forecasting system, known as Project Hau Nuku.

Science and innovation
Business payments regime passes into law 21 July 2023

A new Bill designed to reduce the stress and costs to small businesses of long payment wait times has passed its third reading on the 19 July.

Business

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