New Zealand

A huge increase in the number of space launches allowed from New Zealand will enable our space and advanced aviation sectors to continue their rapid growth, Space Minister Judith Collins and Environment Minister Penny Simmonds announced on Thursday 12th February. “The permitted number of launches will rise from 100 to

The Government has announced major changes to New Zealand’s Graduated Driver Licensing System (GDLS), marking the first significant update since 2011. The changes aim to simplify the process, reduce costs, and make it easier for young people to obtain a full driver licence. Transport Minister Chris Bishop said, “These

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has announced that the 2026 General Election will be held on Saturday 7 November. “Continuing the recent tradition of announcing the election date early in the year ensures New Zealanders have certainty,” Mr Luxon says. “Kiwis can also have certainty that our Government will continue governing

Invercargill career firefighters are not giving up on better working conditions for staff, with a 7th strike set down for Boxing Day. Station officer Aaron Ramsay, also the union representative in the south, said a meeting held on Tuesday December 23rd will confirm if it’s going ahead or not,

The Government has today confirmed the establishment of a new Ministry of Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport (MCERT), to support the Government’s ambitious reform agenda in housing, transport, urban development and the environment. The new Ministry will bring together the Ministry for the Environment, the Ministry of Housing and

Invercargill union firefighters walked off the job for the third time on (Today) Friday29th November, as negotiations continue to fail. Station officer and NZPFU Invercargill local secretary Aaron Ramsay penned an open letter to the public, which took a deeper dive into what the issues are about. “If you see

The Government has announced major changes to the Clean Vehicle Standard in a bid to make vehicles more affordable for New Zealanders. These changes, set to take effect from 1 January 2026, are aimed at easing financial pressure on car importers and preventing higher prices from being passed on to

The Government has announced a major cost-saving achievement with the Cook Strait ferry replacement programme, revealing two new ferries will be delivered under budget and enter service in 2029. The $596 million fixed-price contract has been signed between Ferry Holdings and experienced Chinese shipbuilder Guangzhou Shipyard International. Rail Minister Winston