News & Achievements

Over the past two years, keeping Kiwis safe from COVID-19 has been a key focus of the Government. As we move into a new phase of our COVID response, the traffic light system, protecting lives and livelihoods remains our priority.

As we work to secure New Zealand’s recovery from COVID-19, we’re focused on building the infrastructure we need for the future – supporting quality jobs for Kiwis and strengthening our economy at the same time.

As we near the end of another big year, Jacinda Ardern addresses the 2021 Labour Party Conference. Watch the Labour Leader’s speech here.

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Leadership comes in many forms. I’ve always looked to my past for leadership.

It’s been just over a year since the last election – and we’re taking this opportunity to reflect on the past 12 months. Keeping New Zealanders safe from COVID-19 has remained a key focus. But we’ve also made strong progress on other long-term challenges, including housing, child poverty, and climate change.

Everyone should be able to get safe drinking water from their tap, and swim at their local beach without worrying about contaminated water. We’re taking action to make this a reality for all New Zealanders.

Our response to COVID-19 over the past 20 months means we’re in a stronger position than many other countries, but we know it’s been tough for businesses – especially those in Auckland. That’s why we’re boosting support for businesses affected by COVID restrictions as we move into the new COVID Protection Framework.

Getting vaccinated is the best thing we can do to protect ourselves and the people we care about from COVID-19. It means we’ll all be able to do more of what we love this summer, while keeping each other safe.

Right now, the single most important thing New Zealanders can do in the fight against COVID-19 is get vaccinated. More and more of us are stepping up, with more than two million people now fully vaccinated.