Tag: budget_savings

New Zealand Government Announces Major Public Service Overhaul

20 May 2026 6:32 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Government

New Zealand's government is overhauling its public service to boost productivity and value. The plan includes reducing departments, increasing AI use, and cutting staff to save $2.4 billion, redirecting funds to essential services.

Politics and Government Science & Technology Business General Politics Economy Employment and Labor Artificial Intelligence Education Australasia Public Service Government Reform Nicola Willis Paul Goldsmith Budget Savings New Zealand Government
New Zealand Government Announces Major Public Service Overhaul

19 May 2026 1:48 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Government

New Zealand's government is launching a significant public service overhaul to boost efficiency, cut departments, and integrate AI. The plan aims for $2.4 billion in savings and a reduction in public servant numbers by 2029.

Politics and Government Science & Technology General Politics Federal Government Economy Computers and Internet Artificial Intelligence Employment and Labor New Zealand Government Public Service Reform Budget Savings Productivity Nicola Willis Paul Goldsmith