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“National security” is about protecting New Zealand from threats that would do us harm. The National Security Community prioritises acting early to prevent threats and build New Zealand’s resilience.  Agencies bring together a range of tools—diplomacy,…

The world today is contending with a range of complex and disruptive security challenges. In order to thrive, New Zealand needs to draw on all of our strengths as a country, both within and beyond our borders. At the heart of New Zealand's approach to…

The National Security Intelligence Priorities (NSIPs) - Whakaarotau Marumaru Aotearoa - define where intelligence should support government to make informed decisions about national security. The 14 National Security Intelligence Priorities cover a range…

8.2 The government holds a large quantity of information of all kinds. The law governing the creation, collection, storage, and use of this information is set out mainly in the Public Records Act 2005 and the Privacy Act 2020 . These Acts, together with…

The Cabinet Manual is an authoritative guide to central government decision making for Ministers, their offices, and those working within the public service . It is also a primary source of information on New Zealand's constitutional arrangements, as seen…

In August 2010, Queen Elizabeth II approved the following rules for the grant, use and retention of the title "The Honourable" in New Zealand., Rules for the grant, use and retention of the title "The Honourable" in New Zealand, Queen Elizabeth II…

The Queen’s Service Medal:, AUGUST, Mrs Heniaka, For services to Māori and the community Ms Heniaka August (Ngāti Kahungungu Ki Te Wairoa, Rongomaiwahine) has been involved with the Māori Wardens in the Wellington region since 2009. Ms August has been the…

To be a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit:, AUE, Ms Mary Puatuki, For services to education, technology and Pacific and Māori communities Ms Mary Aue has been active in Pacific and Māori leadership and volunteered in her South Auckland community…

To be an Additional Member of the Order of New Zealand:, Her Majesty The Queen Camilla, LG, GCVO, PC, For services to New Zealand Her Majesty The Queen Camilla has helped support The King’s relationship with New Zealand and has promoted various charitable…

To be a Dame Grand Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit:, ARDERN, The Right Honourable Jacinda Kate Laurell, For services to the State The Right Honourable Jacinda Ardern was the 40th Prime Minister of New Zealand from September 2017 until stepping…

To be a Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit:, BROSNAHAN, Mrs Jo Anne, QSO, For services to governance and business Mrs Jo Brosnahan founded Pūmanawa Kaiārahi - Leadership New Zealand (LNZ) in 2003, serving more than a decade as Chair and is…

To be a Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit:, KÓS, The Honourable John Stephen (Stephen), KC, For services to the judiciary and legal education The Honourable Stephen Kós was appointed a Judge of the Supreme Court of New Zealand in April…

To be a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit:, BRACEFIELD, Mr Rodney Keith, For services to Search and Rescue and aviation Mr Rodney Bracefield has been contributing to New Zealand Search and Rescue and aviation for more than 60 years. Mr…

The New Zealand Distinguished Service Medal:, GOWTHORPE, Group Captain Glenn, For services to the New Zealand Defence Force Group Captain Glenn Gowthorpe has served 34 years in the New Zealand Defence Force in a range of command and leadership positions…

  The Policy Project   The Policy Project team supports the Head of the Policy Profession to fulfill his role of building a high performing policy system across the Public Service. , Our approach, Our work programme focuses on building a high performing…

The report of the review of the Intelligence and Security Act 2017 (the ISA) has been considered by the cross-party Intelligence and Security Committee and presented to the House of Representatives. A review of the ISA must take place every five to seven…

Let's talk about our national security The National Security Long-term Insights Briefing is a joint briefing from the Security and Intelligence Board agencies, led by the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and…

This directory provides information on ministerial portfolios and responsibilities (excluding Deputy and Associate Minister positions). Its purpose is to provide a record of the departments and other agencies, votes and legislation associated with each…

2.86 As far as possible, Ministers should not use their personal email account or phone number to conduct ministerial business. Where the use of a personal account or phone number for ministerial business is unavoidable (for example, when Ministers are…

Information about the Law Commission and its work programme is on its website, lawcom.govt.nz . The Legislation Design and Advisory Committee guidelines can be found on its website, ldac.org.nz . Information about requirements for impact analysis and…

The Treaty of Waitangi is regarded as a founding document of government in New Zealand. The Treaty has two texts: one in te reo Māori (Te Tiriti o Waitangi) and one in English. They were signed in 1840 by representatives of the British Crown and…

Items for consideration by Cabinet 5.11 As a general rule, Ministers should put before their colleagues the sorts of issues on which they themselves would wish to be consulted. Ministers should keep their colleagues informed about matters of public…

Preparing and submitting Cabinet papers 5.39 Papers are submitted to Cabinet committees and Cabinet to enable Ministers to make collective decisions based on sound information and analysis. Good papers reflect robust policy development and consultation…

5.84 The Cabinet Office is a government secretariat, providing continuity and impartial support for operations at the centre of government. The Cabinet Office is a unit within the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, headed by the Secretary of…

6.1 This chapter describes the principles and procedures that apply to elections, transitions, and government formation. It covers: the electoral cycle and its impact on government decision-making; the principles and procedures that apply to transitions…

General 6.2 The term of Parliament in New Zealand is three years from the date fixed for the return of the writs issued for the previous general election (see section 17 of the Constitution Act 1986 ). Parliament may, however, be dissolved before the…

General 6.16 The formation of a government following a general election is the usual process by which executive power is transferred from one government administration to another. For information on a mid-term change of government, see paragraphs 6.58 - 6…

General 6.41 The process of government formation occurs most commonly following an election, but may be necessary if the government loses the confidence of the House mid-term. The principles and processes set out in paragraphs 6.42 - 6.47 apply in…

General 6.54 Some transitions between administrations may occur during the electoral term. There may be a transition to a new Prime Minister, or to a new governing party or coalition. The guidance in paragraphs 6.55 - 6.61 sets out the established…

6.62 As the Governor-General's principal adviser, the Prime Minister may advise the Governor-General to dissolve Parliament and call an election (see paragraphs 2.4 and 2.6 ). Usually this advice will be timed in accordance with the electoral cycle. 6.63…

6.65 The neutrality of the public sector must be protected throughout the pre-election period and the government formation process. 6.66 Before and after an election, the incumbent Ministers should ensure that any requests they make for advice or…