Consultation open now on the New Zealand Relay Service
MBIE has opened a 6 week targeted consultation, seeking feedback from people who use the New Zealand Relay Service (NZRS) on what services are best needed for its future.
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Competitive Business Settings
Updated 16 September 2025 A competitive business environment is vital for a small, open economy like New Zealand. It helps businesses of all sizes by keeping costs and rules manageable, encouraging investment and innovation, and supporting productivity and growth.
Developing Talent
Updated 23 September 2025 Businesses thrive when they can tap into a workforce equipped with the skills to drive innovation and growth. Individuals thrive when they have the skills and qualifications to secure fulfilling and ongoing employment.
Infrastructure for Growth
Updated 20 July 2025 This update highlights the critical role infrastructure needs to play in growing New Zealand’s economy. Good roads, schools, hospitals and other forms of infrastructure are essential in the modern world. Between now and the end of the year, $6 billion of government-funded construction projects are getting underway. They will not only improve infrastructure but create and sustain jobs from Northland to Southland.
Promoting Global Trade and Investment
Updated November 2025 New Zealand’s economy relies heavily on exports from a range of sectors, including food and fibre, tourism, technology, and education. These industries are key sources of foreign income. The Government has set an ambitious goal of doubling export value in 10 years. To achieve this, New Zealand must improve access to international markets, increase the value and diversity of its exports, and attract high-quality investment to boost productivity and support long-term growth.
A technical proposal document for public consultation between 28 May and 10 June 2026 seeking feedback on delegation requirements and treatment of professional trust accounts for Regulated Open Banking.
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Economic growth is ultimately driven by business owners who take risks to invest in the growth of their company, creating jobs, higher incomes for New Zealanders and a stronger New Zealand economy.
Use this template to complete your Smart Ideas final reporting for 2026.
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