New Zealand News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 27, 2025.
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Building Code pause brings certainty to construction
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is providing more certainty for the building sector by pausing any new major changes to the Building Code system, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk has announced. “The building sector has faced significant disruption over the past few years in dealing with the pandemic, supply chain challenges and a boom-and-bust […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Common-sense change clears way for counsellors
Source: New Zealand Government Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says the completion of a revised accreditation process has removed an unnecessary workforce barrier preventing more than 330 experienced counsellors from working in publicly funded mental health services. Health New Zealand, in partnership with the New Zealand Association of Counsellors (NZAC), has finalised a strengthened accreditation […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Faster cancer diagnosis pathway for women in Auckland
Source: New Zealand Government A new outpatient hysteroscopy service launched at North Shore Hospital will help women get faster diagnoses by combining their first specialist assessment and diagnostic procedure into a single visit, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “This is a practical, patient-focused pathway that means women can get the answers they need sooner, without […]