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NZ Foreign Minister Winston Peters Visits Kiribati and Palau to Strengthen Pacific Ties
15 Jan 2026 | 7 months ago | 1242 viewsForeign Minister Winston Peters will visit Kiribati and Palau to strengthen New Zealand's relationships across the Pacific, marking his first visit to Kiribati since 2019 and completing visits to all 17 Pacific Island Forum member countries in a single term. New Zealand and Palau are collaborating closely on regional issues as both prepare to host the Pacific Islands Forum in upcoming years. The visits aim to enhance resilience, prosperity, and security in the Pacific while continuing engagement on key matters like marine resource management.
Tags: Winston Peters Kiribati Palau New Zealand Pacific Islands Forum Pacific Foreign Minister marine resource management regional issues Ministerial delegationTop Baby Names in New Zealand 2025: Noah and Isla Lead the Trends
08 Jan 2026 | 8 months ago | 1512 viewsNew Zealand’s most popular baby names for 2025 are Noah for boys and Isla for girls, continuing long-standing trends with Luca and Charlotte also ranking highly. Despite a wide variety of unique names, timeless choices like Olivia and Jack have remained consistently popular for decades, reflecting enduring cultural preferences. The Department of Internal Affairs emphasizes the importance of officially registering baby names promptly to secure legal identity and access to services, facilitated by the free SmartStart service.
Tags: Brooke van Velden Noah Isla Luca Charlotte Olivia Jack Christopher Luxon Winston Peters David SeymourNew Zealand and Japan Strengthen Defence Ties with New Security Agreements
19 Dec 2025 | 8 months ago | 1303 viewsNew Zealand and Japan have signed two key defence and security agreements to enhance logistical support and secure information sharing between their forces. The Defence Acquisition and Cross Servicing Agreement facilitates cooperation in areas like refuelling and humanitarian aid, while the Information Security Agreement establishes protocols for handling classified information. These agreements strengthen bilateral security cooperation, improve interoperability, and support regional stability amid rising international tensions.
Tags: New Zealand Japan Winston Peters Judith Collins Toshimitsu Motegi HMNZS Aotearoa Defence Acquisition and Cross Servicing Agreement Information Security Agreement New Zealand Defence ForceNgākōroa Train Station and SH22 Drury Upgrade Begin Construction in South Auckland
18 Dec 2025 | 8 months ago | 1710 viewsConstruction has begun on the Ngākōroa Train Station and interim upgrade of the SH22/Jezmond Road intersection as part of the SH22 Drury Upgrade project to improve transport options and support South Auckland's growing population. The project includes widening a 2km section of SH22, adding a fourth leg to the intersection, and building new railway stations funded by a $2.3 billion government investment, with Ngākōroa Station expected to open in 2027. Full construction of the SH22 upgrade, costing between $168 million and $197 million, will start in 2027 after land acquisition and funding approval.
Tags: Ngākōroa Station SH22 Drury Upgrade Mr Peters Mr Bishop Rt Hon Winston Peters KiwiRail NZ Transport Agency Papakura Pukekohe AucklandNew Crown Directors Appointed to Airways and Kiwi Group Capital Boards
18 Dec 2025 | 8 months ago | 1193 viewsState Owned Enterprises Minister Simeon Brown has appointed Mayurie Gunatilaka to the Airways Board and Susan Petersen to the Kiwi Group Capital Board, both for three-year terms. Gunatilaka brings extensive infrastructure governance experience to support Airways' air navigation services, while Petersen, also Chair of the Kiwibank Board, is the first KGC director to hold a position on Kiwibank’s Board, enhancing strategic alignment. These appointments aim to strengthen governance and leadership in critical sectors, with KGC adopting overlapping board memberships to boost strategic objectives while maintaining independent oversight.
Tags: Simeon Brown Mayurie Gunatilaka Susan Petersen Airways Board Kiwi Group Capital Kiwibank Board State Owned Enterprises Crown directors governance infrastructure planningHawke’s Bay Racecourse Transformation to Create 600 Homes and Boost Jobs
17 Dec 2025 | 8 months ago | 1235 viewsThe Government is investing over $77 million to relocate the Hastings Racecourse in Hawke’s Bay, freeing up prime land for more than 600 new homes and boosting local housing availability. The new state-of-the-art racecourse will support the racing industry’s $37 million annual economic contribution, create around 270 ongoing jobs, and provide a civil defence centre for the Flaxmere community. During its four-year construction, the project will generate over 400 full-time jobs, supporting regional economic growth while preserving over 150 years of racing heritage.
Tags: Winston Peters Shane Jones Hawke’s Bay Hastings Hawke’s Bay Racing Incorporated New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing Incorporated Hastings Racecourse Regional Infrastructure Fund Flaxmere thoroughbred racingNew Aged Care Advisory Group Appointed to Reform NZ's Sustainable Care System
16 Dec 2025 | 8 months ago | 1377 viewsAssociate Health Minister Casey Costello has appointed a 10-member Aged Care Ministerial Advisory Group, chaired by former Health Minister David Cunliffe, to provide expert advice on reforming New Zealand's aged care system, focusing on funding models, cost-sharing, and regulatory improvements. The group aims to develop recommendations by mid-2026 to create a sustainable, accessible, and integrated aged care system that addresses current outdated models and supports innovation. This initiative reflects the government's bipartisan commitment to ensuring the aged care system meets the needs of the growing elderly population, with government spending exceeding $2.5 billion annually and significant private contributions.
Tags: Casey Costello David Cunliffe Brien Cree Shelley Cunningham Suzanne Dvorak Richard Lowe Murray Penman Mike Peters Max Robins Allan SargeantProtecting Antarctica: Strengthening the Antarctic Treaty System for Future Generations
15 Dec 2025 | 8 months ago | 1196 viewsThe speech emphasizes New Zealand’s proud Antarctic heritage, highlighting historic explorers like Frank Worsley and Sir Edmund Hillary, and underscores the significance of the Antarctic Treaty System in preserving Antarctica for peaceful purposes and scientific research. It addresses and dispels myths about the Treaty’s expiration and strength, affirming its indefinite status and robust international support despite geopolitical challenges. The speaker calls on parliamentarians to actively support and protect the Treaty System, stressing collective responsibility and adaptability to ensure Antarctica remains a unique zone of peace, environmental protection, and scientific cooperation.
Tags: Andrew Bayly Mark Stewart Ainsley Walter Nigel Watson Winston Peters Frank Worsley Ernest Shackleton Edmund Hillary Peter Hillary Antarctic TreatyProtecting Antarctica: The Antarctic Treaty System and Global Cooperation
15 Dec 2025 | 8 months ago | 1196 viewsThe keynote address highlighted New Zealand’s deep Antarctic heritage, emphasizing the heroic exploration history and the establishment of the Antarctic Treaty, which ensures peaceful use, scientific cooperation, and environmental protection of the continent. It addressed misconceptions about the Treaty’s longevity and strength, affirming that the Antarctic Treaty System remains robust and capable of managing future challenges through international collaboration. The speech concluded with a call for continued parliamentary support to safeguard the Treaty System, urging collective action to preserve Antarctica’s unique status as a peaceable, protected, and scientifically prioritized region.
Tags: Andrew Bayly Mark Stewart Ainsley Walter Nigel Watson Winston Peters Frank Worsley Ernest Shackleton Edmund Hillary Peter Hillary Antarctic TreatyNew Zealand Invests $13.3M to Boost Aviation Security Across Pacific Airports
15 Dec 2025 | 8 months ago | 1215 viewsNew Zealand will invest an additional $13.3 million over five years to enhance aviation security at 11 Pacific airports through new equipment, technical support, and training. This initiative aims to improve transport security, help Pacific states meet international aviation standards, and address trans-national crime and security threats. The Civil Aviation Authority will collaborate with regional aviation regulators and airport authorities to implement the program, reinforcing safe and secure air travel in the Pacific.
Tags: Winston Peters James Meager New Zealand Pacific region aviation security Civil Aviation Authority airport security Pacific airports aviation regulatorsNew Zealand Seeks High-Quality Free Trade Agreement with India to Boost Exports
10 Dec 2025 | 9 months ago | 1108 viewsTrade and Investment Minister Todd McClay is leading negotiations on a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with India to secure better market access for New Zealand exporters, who are currently disadvantaged compared to competitors like Australia. Since the launch of talks earlier this year, there has been strong engagement between the two countries, with multiple high-level visits and discussions emphasizing the importance of a comprehensive deal. The FTA aims to create jobs, boost export revenue, and support New Zealand’s economic growth while maintaining the country’s legislative sovereignty.
Tags: Todd McClay Piyush Goyal Christopher Luxon Narendra Modi Winston Peters India New Zealand Free Trade Agreement Australia UKNew Zealand to Host Third Antarctic Parliamentarians Assembly in Wellington
03 Dec 2025 | 9 months ago | 1053 viewsNew Zealand will host the third Antarctic Parliamentarians Assembly in Wellington next week, marking the first time it is held in the Southern Hemisphere. The Assembly aims to unite Parliamentarians and experts to raise awareness of Antarctica’s importance, support the Antarctic Treaty, and address challenges like climate change and geopolitical shifts. Chaired by MP Andrew Bayly, the event seeks to build a global network of advocates dedicated to the continent’s protection and scientific collaboration.
Tags: New Zealand Antarctic Parliamentarians Assembly Wellington Winston Peters Antarctic Treaty Antarctica climate change Andrew Bayly Southern Hemisphere National MPNew Zealand Pledges $15M to NATO-US Initiative Supporting Ukraine Defense
03 Dec 2025 | 9 months ago | 813 viewsForeign Minister Winston Peters and Defence Minister Judith Collins announced New Zealand's $15 million contribution to the NATO and US-led Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) to supply Ukraine with critical weapons and equipment. They emphasized the importance of supporting Ukraine’s defense for both European and Indo-Pacific security amid ongoing Russian aggression. New Zealand’s aid aligns with its international obligations and complements its broader diplomatic, military, humanitarian, and economic support efforts for Ukraine.
Tags: Winston Peters Judith Collins Ukraine NATO United States New Zealand Australia Russia PURL Armed Forces of UkraineNew Zealand Announces Seven Key Diplomatic Appointments in 2024
01 Dec 2025 | 9 months ago | 1197 viewsForeign Minister Winston Peters announced seven new diplomatic appointments, including Wendy Matthews as High Commissioner to Canada and Olivia Owen as Ambassador to Ethiopia and the African Union. Other appointees are Jane Coombs to Germany, Raylene Liufalani to Thailand, Brody Sinclair to Tonga, Zoe Coulson-Sinclair to Tuvalu, and Victoria Hallum as Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York. These appointments strengthen diplomatic relations across multiple regions.
Tags: Winston Peters Wendy Matthews Olivia Owen Jane Coombs Raylene Liufalani Brody Sinclair Victoria HallumNew Zealand Joins Global Minerals Security Partnership to Boost Critical Minerals Sector
25 Nov 2025 | 9 months ago | 987 viewsNew Zealand has joined the international Minerals Security Partnership (MSP) to attract investment and support its Minerals Strategy, which aims to double mineral export value by 2035 and enhance sustainable global supply chains. The partnership aligns with New Zealand’s strengths in critical minerals essential for modern technologies and will help create high-paying jobs while strengthening international relationships. Several countries have benefited from MSP membership through financing commitments, and New Zealand expects similar opportunities to develop its critical minerals sector.
Tags: New Zealand Minerals Security Partnership Shane Jones Winston Peters critical minerals Minerals Strategy renewable energy international supply chains clean energy technologies minerals exports