In a policy u-turn, people will only need to pay a single $5 co-payment fee for the new 12-month prescriptions coming into effect from February.
Health
Fri, Jan 9
Health Minister Simeon Brown said the $100 million allocated from Budget 2025 would be used for 21 local projects across the country.
September 21, 2025
More audits and targeted investigations in areas such as property, organised crime and trusts were in the department's sights.
Business
June 5, 2025
The Finance Minister said the Government remained committed to meeting targets, but said "it depends on how we go over the next few years".
New Zealand
May 25, 2025
In case anyone was wondering what 'BS' means, it certainly didn't mean Big Spending for the Government, writes 1News political producer Tom Day.
Politics
May 23, 2025
The Government has announced the continuation of the redevelopment of Nelson Hospital, with funding allocated over the next four years.
Finance Minister Nicola Willis delivered a pragmatic Budget yesterday, balancing fiscal discipline and the promise of economic growth.
The Government is setting out its spending plans for the next 12 months.
May 22, 2025
From the "no BS Budget" to the "Austerity Budget", opposition fury remains focused on the Government's pay equity upheaval with Budget 2025.
Pundits and the 1News Politics team break down the key takeaways from today's Budget.
Nicola Willis said the regime launched under the previous government had become unwieldy but the Opposition has been fast to decry it as a loss for women.
Schools have been calling year after year for increased support for students with conditions affecting their learning.
It could potentially save patients up to $105 a year in GP fees, Health Minister Simeon Brown said, and give doctors more time with those with complex health needs.
The changes were revealed earlier today as a significant part of Budget 2025 and heavily speculated about before the announcement.
Within a tight $1.3 billion operating allowance, Nicola Willis has found $5.3 billion in savings and revenue-raising initiatives.
The main things you need to know from today's Budget announcement by Finance Minister Nicola Willis.
Explainer
What can we expect from Nicola Willis' second Budget when she delivers it this afternoon?
Nicola Willis and her coalition colleagues have revealed some of their spending plans ahead of the Budget.
May 21, 2025
Analysis: Economic forecasting is notoriously difficult, but instability around the world is making it harder, University of Waikato researchers say.
May 19, 2025
Five new 24-hour urgent care services, new and extended daytime services, and rural and remote services for more than 70 locations are to be delivered over the next four years.
May 18, 2025
Associate Education Minister David Seymour announced the package this morning and said it aimed to improve attendance over the next four years.
May 14, 2025
The Government won't, however, set up a new independent redress entity — as recommended by a Royal Commission and Redress design group.
May 9, 2025
