Tag: government_funding
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SuperGold Card to Become Official Photo ID for New Zealand Seniors
New Zealand's SuperGold card will be upgraded to an optional, free photo ID, helping over 900,000 seniors access essential services. Funded by Budget 2026, the new card rolls out from October 2028.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsLegalSocial Issues SuperGold cardseniorsidentificationCasey CostelloBudget 2026government fundingNew Zealand Government
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New Zealand Government Commits Over $1.18 Billion to Fully Fund Rail Infrastructure
New Zealand's government commits over $1.18 billion to fully fund KiwiRail's 2027-2030 network investments and critical metropolitan rail renewals, aiming for improved reliability and resilience across the national network.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyTransportation RailInfrastructureKiwiRailGovernment FundingTransportMetropolitan RailNew Zealand Government
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Government Boosts Wilding Pine Control with $79 Million Investment
New Zealand's government commits an additional $79 million, totaling $109 million, to combat wilding pines over three years. Federated Farmers hails the funding as a major breakthrough for environmental protection and agriculture.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEconomyEnvironmentAgriculture Wilding PinesGovernment FundingFederated FarmersPest ControlEnvironmental Protectionfarmingelection
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New Zealand Government Boosts Ambulance Services with Major Investment
New Zealand's government is investing $35 million from Budget 2026, plus additional funds, to boost ambulance services. This includes new hubs, technology, more crews, and volunteer support, aiming to meet rising demand and reduce avoidable emergency department visits across the…
HealthPolitics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsMedical ScienceEmployment and LaborEducationEconomy Ambulance ServicesGovernment FundingEmergency ResponseBudget 2026Healthcare InfrastructureAucklandNew Zealand Government
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ACT Claims Victories in Funding Boost and Infrastructure Plan
ACT highlights renaming a government agency, criticizes Wellington's $2.3 million toilet, and secures a funding boost for GPs, showcasing commitment to results and addressing government waste.
Politics and GovernmentHealthEconomyLaw ACT PartyWellington City CouncilKaren ChhourDavid SeymourGovernment FundingInfrastructure PlanLocal ElectionsACT Party NZ
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Napier City Council Adopts 2025/26 Annual Plan Following Public Consultation
Napier City Council adopts its 2025/26 Annual Plan, responding to residents' views by keeping the Napier Library open. The average rates increase is confirmed at 8.9%.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsEconomy Napier City CouncilAnnual PlanNapier LibraryKirsten WiseRatesHawke's BayGovernment Funding
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NZ Budget 2025: $240M Boost for Disabled Residential Care
New Zealand's Budget 2025 allocates $240 million over four years to improve residential care for over 7,000 disabled citizens, enhancing support and stabilising the disability support system.
Politics and GovernmentHealthSocial Issues Louise UpstonBudget 2025Disability Support ServicesResidential CareGovernment FundingSocial Services
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Government Unlikely to Fund Pay Equity for Female-Dominated Sectors
The Government is unlikely to fund pay equity for female-dominated sectors, including nurses and care workers. Labour's Jan Tinetti accuses the government of betrayal, saying women will no longer have a pathway to pay equity.
Politics and GovernmentHealthEmployment and LaborSocial Issues pay equitygovernment fundingnursescare workersJan TinettiChristopher LuxonBrooke Van Velden
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Reserve Bank Funding Reduced by 25% in New Agreement
The Government and the Reserve Bank have agreed to reduce the bank's operating expenses by 25% in the coming year. The new agreement allocates $750 million in operating expenses and $25.6 million for capital expenditure.
Reserve BankNicola WillisGovernment FundingTreasuryOperating ExpensesFinance