Tag: paul_goldsmith
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New Zealand Extends Copyright Protection for Artists and Iconic Music
New Zealand's government is extending copyright protection for music recordings and other works by 20 years, aiming to support Kiwi artists and align with international standards, fulfilling free trade agreement commitments.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEntertainmentGeneral PoliticsLegalEconomyMusic Copyright ActArtsPaul GoldsmithCameron BrewerFree Trade AgreementsNew Zealand Government
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New Zealand's Anti-Stalking Laws Take Effect, Imposing Five-Year Prison Sentences
New Zealand's new anti-stalking laws take effect at midnight, making the behavior a criminal offense punishable by up to five years in prison. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith emphasized the government's commitment to victim safety and real consequences for crime.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsLegalSocial Issues Anti-stalking lawsPaul GoldsmithJusticeCrimeLegislationVictim safetyNew Zealand Government
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The Sinking Lid: Coalition Unveils Radical Public Service Shrinkage Amid Fierce Political Warfare
The Sinking Lid: Coalition Unveils Radical Public Service Shrinkage Amid Fierce Political Warfare
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborArtificial IntelligenceElection Coalition Governmentpublic service cutssinking lid policyNicola WillisPaul GoldsmithLabour oppositionGreen PartyACT PartyDavid Seymoureconomic impactfrontline servicesgovernment reformPeter FowlerEditor-in-Chief
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New Zealand Government Announces Major Public Service Overhaul
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 GovernmentScience & TechnologyBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborArtificial IntelligenceEducationAustralasia Public ServiceGovernment ReformNicola WillisPaul GoldsmithBudget SavingsNew Zealand Government
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New Zealand Government Announces Major Public Service Overhaul
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 GovernmentScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceEmployment and Labor New Zealand GovernmentPublic Service ReformBudget SavingsProductivityNicola WillisPaul Goldsmith
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Te Pāti Māori Condemns Government's "Constitutional Vandalism" Over Te Tiriti Changes
Te Pāti Māori denounces Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith's plan to weaken Te Tiriti o Waitangi references in 19 laws, calling it "constitutional vandalism." The party vows to entrench Te Tiriti amidst government efforts to dismantle its provisions.
Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsLegalEducationSocial IssuesEnvironment Te Pāti MāoriTe Tiriti o WaitangiPaul GoldsmithLegislationConstitutional LawGovernmentMaoriElection
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New Legislation Empowers Police with Move-On Orders for Public Disorder
New Zealand's Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith announced legislation granting police powers to issue move-on orders for disorderly behavior, including begging and rough sleeping, aiming to reclaim public spaces and enhance safety.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Paul GoldsmithJusticeMove-on ordersPublic safetyDisorderly behaviorLegislationNew Zealand Government
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Government Moves to Clarify Climate Change Tort Law for Business Certainty
New Zealand's government will amend the Climate Change Response Act 2002 to prevent tort liability for greenhouse gas emissions, aiming to provide businesses with legal certainty and manage climate response nationally, not through courts.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyLegalEnvironmentClimate Change Paul GoldsmithClimate Change Response Act 2002Emissions Trading SchemeTort LawGreenhouse Gas EmissionsBusiness CertaintyNew Zealand Government
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New Zealand Government to Disestablish Broadcasting Standards Authority
New Zealand Media and Communications Minister Paul Goldsmith has announced the disestablishment of the Broadcasting Standards Authority. The government plans to shift toward industry self-regulation to address inconsistencies across platforms.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsDigital and Print PublishingLegalAustralasia Paul GoldsmithBroadcasting Standards AuthorityMedia RegulationNZ Media CouncilJournalismBroadcasting
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Media Monitor: RNZ Covers Suppression Breaches, Dog Shooting
RNZ reports on Justice Minister's promise to address Tom Phillips case suppression breaches, a dog shooting in Hamilton, and other top New Zealand news.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessEntertainmentSportGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentMedical ScienceMusicFilm and TVFinancial MarketsSocial IssuesLegal Tom PhillipsPaul GoldsmithHamiltonSnoop DoggHamish KerrcrimeRNZ News
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Ngāti Kahungunu Slams Government's Marine Legislation
Ngāti Kahungunu criticizes government's plan to make it harder for Māori to gain customary marine title, calling it undermining of Māori rights. The iwi voiced concerns from the World Expo in Osaka.
Politics and GovernmentLawWorld Ngāti KahungunuMarine and Coastal Area BillTakutai MoanaBayden BarberPaul GoldsmithOsakaindigenous peoples
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on new shoplifting fines in New Zealand
Radio New Zealand reports that shoplifters in New Zealand may soon face on-the-spot fines up to $1,000 as part of a government crackdown.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementLegalBusinessHealthWorldSportWhite HouseFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesEconomyMedical ScienceMiddle East Radio New ZealandshopliftingPaul GoldsmithNicole McKeecrimegovernmentRNZ News
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Media Monitor: Retail crime crackdown, murder charge, healthy homes
1News is reporting on the government's crackdown on retail crime, a murder charge after an inmate's death, and the enforcement of Healthy Homes standards.
Politics and GovernmentLegalSportWeatherLaw EnforcementReal Estate retail crimePaul GoldsmithMt Eden prisonmurder chargeHealthy Homes StandardscrimeOne News NZ
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Media Monitor: Sniper Kills Firefighters in Idaho, NZ to Criminalize 'Coward Punches'
1 News reports a sniper attack on firefighters in Idaho, resulting in fatalities. Also, New Zealand is set to introduce criminal offenses for 'coward punches,' with potential eight-year sentences.
Politics and GovernmentWeatherSportWorldLaw EnforcementGeneral WeatherLegal Idahosniperfirefighterscoward punchesPaul GoldsmithcrimeOne News NZ
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New Zealand Courts to Receive $246 Million Boost to Reduce Case Backlogs
New Zealand's court system will receive $246 million in additional funding over four years to reduce case backlogs and improve court efficiency, according to Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith and Courts Minister Nicole McKee.
Politics and GovernmentLegalBudget Budget 2025Paul GoldsmithNicole McKeecourt fundinglegal aidcourts
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Government Cuts RNZ Funding By 7 per cent In Budget 2025
New Zealand government invests $6.4 million in local journalism via NZ on Air, while Radio New Zealand faces $4.6 million annual funding cut. Media reform package is under consideration.
Politics and GovernmentMediaEconomyGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsDigital and Print PublishingLegal Paul GoldsmithNZ on AirRadio New ZealandMedia ReformLocal JournalismBudget 2025
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New Zealand Government Reinstates Total Ban on Prisoner Voting
Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith announces the government will reinstate a total ban on prisoner voting, reversing the previous government's changes. The ban aims to emphasize personal responsibility and the rule of law.
Politics and GovernmentLawSocial IssuesGeneral Politics Paul GoldsmithPrisoner VotingElectoral Amendment BillDepartment of CorrectionsElectoral CommissionGovernment
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New Zealand Courts to Digitize Caseflow Management
The New Zealand government is set to digitize court caseflow management, starting with the Family Court in July 2026. The move aims to modernize court processes and improve efficiency.
Paul GoldsmithNicole McKeeFamily CourtHigh CourtDistrict CourtGovernment