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Jan 29

We are aware of an issue over the weekend where some website users received an error message when trying to make a submission to select committees. This issue has now be resolved. Submitters can contact the committee secretariat directly if they have any questions.

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Jan 19

Today, the current Prime Minister, Rt Hon Jacinda Ardern announced her intention to resign from the role of Prime Minister by 7 February, 2023. But what does this mean for Parliament, and how will a new Prime Minister be chosen? Read more 👇

The Prime Minister’s resignation: what does it mean for Parliament? - New Zealand Parliament

On Wednesday 25 January 2023, the Rt Hon Jacinda Ardern, resigned from the role of Prime Minister and was succeeded by the Rt Hon Chris Hipkins. This feature looks at what this means for Parliament.

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Jan 19

#BREAKING: The election date for the 2023 general election has just been announced.

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Dec 22, 2022

New Zealand Parliament wishes all New Zealanders a safe and happy Summer break! We're off for a short holiday, and we'll see you all in 2023. Kia pai ngā hararei!

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Secondary Legislation Confirmation Act 2022 signed into law – 16 December 2022 parliament.nz/en/pb/bills-an #NZRoyalAssent #nzpol

Secondary Legislation Confirmation Bill - New Zealand Parliament

Bills are proposals to make a new law or to change an existing one. Only Parliament can pass a bill. Each bill goes through several stages, giving MPs and the public the chance to have their say.

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Oranga Tamariki Amendment Act 2022 signed into law – 16 December 2022 parliament.nz/en/pb/bills-an #NZRoyalAssent #nzpol

Oranga Tamariki Amendment Bill - New Zealand Parliament

Bills are proposals to make a new law or to change an existing one. Only Parliament can pass a bill. Each bill goes through several stages, giving MPs and the public the chance to have their say.

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Electoral Amendment Act 2022 signed into law – 16 December 2022 parliament.nz/en/pb/bills-an #NZRoyalAssent #nzpol

Electoral Amendment Bill - New Zealand Parliament

Bills are proposals to make a new law or to change an existing one. Only Parliament can pass a bill. Each bill goes through several stages, giving MPs and the public the chance to have their say.

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Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products (Smoked Tobacco) Amendment Act 2022 signed into law – 16 December 2022 parliament.nz/en/pb/bills-an #NZRoyalAssent #nzpol

Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products (Smoked Tobacco) Amendment Bill - New Zealand...

Bills are proposals to make a new law or to change an existing one. Only Parliament can pass a bill. Each bill goes through several stages, giving MPs and the public the chance to have their say.

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Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairarapa Tāmaki nui-a-Rua Claims Settlement Act 2022 signed into law – 16 December 2022 parliament.nz/en/pb/bills-an #NZRoyalAssent #nzpol

Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairarapa Tāmaki nui-a-Rua Claims Settlement Act 2022 - New Zealand Parliament

Bills are proposals to make a new law or to change an existing one. Only Parliament can pass a bill. Each bill goes through several stages, giving MPs and the public the chance to have their say.

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Dec 15, 2022

Water Services Entities Act 2022 signed into law – 14 December 2022 parliament.nz/en/pb/bills-an #NZRoyalAssent #nzpol

Water Services Entities Bill - New Zealand Parliament

Bills are proposals to make a new law or to change an existing one. Only Parliament can pass a bill. Each bill goes through several stages, giving MPs and the public the chance to have their say.

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Dec 15, 2022

The House of Representatives has confirmed the sitting programme for 2023. Because 2023 is an election year, this programme will be shortened by the dissolution of Parliament – the proclamation that will end the 53rd Parliament.

Sitting calendar confirmed for 2023 - New Zealand Parliament

The House of Representatives has confirmed the sitting programme for 2023.

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Dec 14, 2022

Kia ora koutou! Today's oral questions and answers are available on te Pāremata website: bit.ly/3Fr0poX #nzpol #nzqt

Oral Questions — Questions to Ministers - New Zealand Parliament

Hansard editors report what politicians say in the House of Representatives. Here you can read our near-verbatim reports on all debates, including oral questions and proposed laws (bills).

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Home - Parliament On Demand

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy is speaking before Parliament at 8am today, appearing by video link from Ukraine to speak to members of Parliament about the Russian invasion of his country. Watch now:

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Kia ora koutou! Today’s oral questions and answers are now available on te Pāremata website: #nzpol #nzqt

Oral Questions — Questions to Ministers - New Zealand Parliament

Hansard editors report what politicians say in the House of Representatives. Here you can read our near-verbatim reports on all debates, including oral questions and proposed laws (bills).

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Today in the House: for 13 Dec 2022

Today in the House: It's a busy day in the House today! We have several bills receiving third readings and several bills receiving their first readings and referrals to select committees.

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The Speaker of the House, Rt Hon Adrian Rurawhe, talks about what's happening in the House today. https://www.parliament.nz https://twitter.com/NZParliament ...

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Te Rohe o Rongokako Joint Redress Act 2022 signed into law – 12 December 2022 parliament.nz/en/pb/bills-an #NZRoyalAssent #nzpol

Te Rohe o Rongokako Joint Redress Bill - New Zealand Parliament

Bills are proposals to make a new law or to change an existing one. Only Parliament can pass a bill. Each bill goes through several stages, giving MPs and the public the chance to have their say.

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Recap: Black Ferns at Parliament celebration for Rugby World Cup win

Dec 12, 2022

A month on from their Rugby World Cup triumph over England at Eden Park, the Black Ferns will be at Parliament today for a public celebration on Parliament's lawn at 12pm. This event will also be live streamed on Stuff 👇

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Coach Wayne Smith hails the world champion team as they sing Poi E and sign autographs for an adoring crowd on Parliament steps.

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Dec 12, 2022

Find out what's happening this week in Parliament:

This week in Parliament - New Zealand Parliament

13 to 15 December 2022Advance notice of the business to be covered in the House and committees for the sitting week is set out here. These expectations are based on the Business Statement published...

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Dec 8, 2022

On Wednesday 14 December, President of Ukraine

@ZelenskyyUa

will speak before Parliament, appearing by video link from Ukraine to speak to members of Parliament about the Russian invasion of his country. Read more:

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addresses New Zealand Parliament - New Zealand Parliament

On Wednesday 14 December 2022, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke before Parliament, appearing by video link from Ukraine to address Members of Parliament about the Russian invasion of...

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Dec 8, 2022

Kia ora koutou! Today’s oral questions and answers are now available on te Pāremata website: bit.ly/3VFc9Lt #nzpol #nzqt

Oral Questions — Questions to Ministers - New Zealand Parliament

Hansard editors report what politicians say in the House of Representatives. Here you can read our near-verbatim reports on all debates, including oral questions and proposed laws (bills).

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Today in the House: for 8 December 2022

Dec 8, 2022

Find out what's happening today in the House:

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The Speaker of the House, Rt Hon Adrian Rurawhe, talk, about what's happening in the House today. He is joined by Henderson Highschool student Joshua Paterso...

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Dec 7, 2022

A members' bill ballot has just taken place. One bill was drawn for the introduction to the House; no.58 Parental Leave and Employment Protection (Shared Leave) Amendment Bill in the name of Nicola Willis.

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Dec 7, 2022

Kia ora koutou! Today's oral questions and answers are now available on te Pāremata website. Questions to Ministers: bit.ly/3h47xzv Questions to Members: bit.ly/3USpejv #nzpol #nzqt

Oral Questions — Questions to Members - New Zealand Parliament

Hansard editors report what politicians say in the House of Representatives. Here you can read our near-verbatim reports on all debates, including oral questions and proposed laws (bills).

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Dec 6, 2022

Kia ora koutou! Today’s oral questions and answers are now available on te Pāremata website: bit.ly/3B7Du0D #nzpol #nzqt

Oral Questions — Questions to Ministers - New Zealand Parliament

Hansard editors report what politicians say in the House of Representatives. Here you can read our near-verbatim reports on all debates, including oral questions and proposed laws (bills).

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Today in the House: for Dec 6 2022

Dec 6, 2022

Today in the House: We have 12 oral questions to Ministers and 1 question to a Member, along with the second readings of the Electoral Amendment Bill and the Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products (Smoked Tobacco) Amendment Bill.

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The Speaker of the House, Rt Hon Adrian Rurawhe, talks about what's happening in the House today. https://www.parliament.nz https://twitter.com/NZParliament ...

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Dec 5, 2022

Find out what's happening this week in Parliament:

This week in Parliament - New Zealand Parliament

13 to 15 December 2022Advance notice of the business to be covered in the House and committees for the sitting week is set out here. These expectations are based on the Business Statement published...

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Dec 5, 2022

A by-election will be held in the Hamilton West electorate on Saturday 10 December. There are twelve candidates standing for election, and advanced voting starts on Monday 28 November. Find out more:

Learn more about the Hamilton West by-election - New Zealand Parliament

A by-election is being held to fill the vacant seat for the Hamilton West electorate. Read on to find out more.

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Nov 30, 2022

Statutes Amendment Bill signed into law—29 November 2022 parliament.nz/en/pb/bills-an #NZRoyalAssent #nzpol

Statutes Amendment Bill - New Zealand Parliament

Bills are proposals to make a new law or to change an existing one. Only Parliament can pass a bill. Each bill goes through several stages, giving MPs and the public the chance to have their say.

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Nov 29, 2022

Every three months, the Parliamentary Service and the Office of the Clerk release a summary of expenses occurred by Members of Parliament. The Members' expense disclosure from July to September 2022 is now available. Read more: bit.ly/3EMQ8mz

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Remuneration Authority Legislation Bill signed into law—28 November 2022 parliament.nz/en/pb/bills-an #NZRoyalAssent #nzpol

Remuneration Authority Legislation Bill - New Zealand Parliament

Bills are proposals to make a new law or to change an existing one. Only Parliament can pass a bill. Each bill goes through several stages, giving MPs and the public the chance to have their say.

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Māori Purposes Bill signed into law—28 November 2022 parliament.nz/en/pb/bills-an #NZRoyalAssent #nzpol

Māori Purposes Bill - New Zealand Parliament

Bills are proposals to make a new law or to change an existing one. Only Parliament can pass a bill. Each bill goes through several stages, giving MPs and the public the chance to have their say.

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Security Information in Proceedings (Repeals and Amendments) Bill signed into law—28 November 2022 parliament.nz/en/pb/bills-an #NZRoyalAssent #nzpol

Security Information in Proceedings (Repeals and Amendments) Bill - New Zealand Parliament

Bills are proposals to make a new law or to change an existing one. Only Parliament can pass a bill. Each bill goes through several stages, giving MPs and the public the chance to have their say.

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Security Information in Proceedings Bill signed into law—28 November 2022 parliament.nz/en/pb/bills-an #NZRoyalAssent #nzpol

Security Information in Proceedings Bill - New Zealand Parliament

Bills are proposals to make a new law or to change an existing one. Only Parliament can pass a bill. Each bill goes through several stages, giving MPs and the public the chance to have their say.

Companies (Levies) Amendment Bill signed into law—28 November 2022 parliament.nz/en/pb/bills-an #NZRoyalAssent #nzpol

Companies (Directors Duties) Amendment Bill - New Zealand Parliament

Bills are proposals to make a new law or to change an existing one. Only Parliament can pass a bill. Each bill goes through several stages, giving MPs and the public the chance to have their say.

Arms (Licence Holders' Applications for New Licences) Amendment Bill signed into law—28 November 2022 parliament.nz/en/pb/bills-an #NZRoyalAssent #nzpol

Arms (Licence Holders' Applications for New Licences) Amendment Bill - New Zealand Parliament

Bills are proposals to make a new law or to change an existing one. Only Parliament can pass a bill. Each bill goes through several stages, giving MPs and the public the chance to have their say.

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Climate Change Response (Extension of Penalty Transition for Forestry Activities with Low Volume Emissions Liabilities) Amendment Bill signed into law—28 November 2022 parliament.nz/en/pb/bills-an #NZRoyalAssent #nzpol

Climate Change Response (Extension of Penalty Transition for Forestry Activities with Low Volume...

Bills are proposals to make a new law or to change an existing one. Only Parliament can pass a bill. Each bill goes through several stages, giving MPs and the public the chance to have their say.

Dairy Industry Restructuring (Fonterra Capital Restructuring) Amendment Bill signed into law—28 November 2022 parliament.nz/en/pb/bills-an #NZRoyalAssent #nzpol

Dairy Industry Restructuring (Fonterra Capital Restructuring) Amendment Bill - New Zealand Parlia...

Bills are proposals to make a new law or to change an existing one. Only Parliament can pass a bill. Each bill goes through several stages, giving MPs and the public the chance to have their say.

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Nov 25, 2022

COVID-19 Public Health Response (Extension of Act and Reduction of Powers) Amendment Act 2022 signed into law – 25 November 2022 parliament.nz/en/pb/bills-an #NZRoyalAssent #nzpol

COVID-19 Public Health Response (Extension of Act and Reduction of Powers) Amendment Bill - New...

Bills are proposals to make a new law or to change an existing one. Only Parliament can pass a bill. Each bill goes through several stages, giving MPs and the public the chance to have their say.

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Nov 25, 2022

Social Security (Accommodation Supplement) Amendment Act 2022 signed into law – 25 November 2022 parliament.nz/en/pb/bills-an #NZRoyalAssent #nzpol