News & Achievements

Latest statistics show thousands of children have been lifted out of poverty, as the Government’s work to tackle child poverty takes effect.

We're taking action on child poverty, getting Kiwis into the trades, and more...

It may have been the first sitting week of 2020, but our Government is already in full-swing - managing a strong economy, investing in infrastructure, and working to break the cycle of homelessness. Read below for all that, and more...

The Government has announced the biggest investment in New Zealand’s infrastructure in a generation with the New Zealand Upgrade Programme.

This week, the focus was on Waitangi - a great opportunity to reflect on who we are, and who we want to be as a nation.

Today, our Government announced the biggest infrastructure investment in a generation.

We’re investing $12 billion to upgrade and build rail, roads, schools and hospitals across the country – modernising our infrastructure, preparing for climate change and helping to future-proof our economy.

Find out everything you need to know about the Big New Zealand Upgrade here.

We are back for 2020! From changes to Family Funded Care, to a record high number of Kiwis in construction in the trades - we're already back making progress on those long-term challenges. Read all about it and more...

As another year draws to a close, we're looking back on all the progress we've made for New Zealanders and their families. Read below for some of the highlights from 2019!

Just after 2pm on Monday this week, Whakaari / White Island erupted. Read the Prime Minister's statement here, and watch her statement to the House below.