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Fuel stocks update

03 June 2026

MBIE publishes the latest information on fuel stocks and shipping every Monday and Wednesday afternoon.

Energy Energy research and data Petroleum and minerals Energy and natural resources

Government announces new Solar on schools programme

03 June 2026

$30 million in funding for solar panels, batteries and energy management systems

Energy and natural resources

First shipment of extra diesel reserves bound for New Zealand

03 June 2026

The first of two shipments of New Zealand’s diesel reserve is now on its way to New Zealand.

Energy Petroleum and minerals Energy and natural resources

Consultation open now on the New Zealand Relay Service

02 June 2026

MBIE has opened a 6 week targeted consultation, seeking feedback from people who use the New Zealand Relay Service (NZRS) on what services are best needed for its future.

Broadcasting and other communications

Budget 2026 initiatives support gas-using businesses

25 May 2026

A new loan guarantee scheme and changes to the Gas Act will help businesses and the sector adapt to changes in the gas market.

Energy and natural resources

MBIE seeking feedback on rules for payment services

22 May 2026

With innovations like digital wallets and payment apps rapidly transforming the New Zealand payments market, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is asking if the rules for payment services are still fit for purpose.

Financial markets and advisers Support for business Consumer protection Regulatory systems Digital economy Regulating companies and other entities Business Science and technology Government

More practical AI support for small businesses

15 May 2026

The expansion of Business AI support and the launch of two Business Mentor tools were announced at the launch of the Great New Zealand AI Roadshow in Auckland on 15 May, a nationwide series designed to help business owners understand how AI can be used in practical ways.

Business

New transition fund provides continuity while backing bold ideas

14 May 2026

A streamlined Transition Research Fund has been announced for 2027, aligning science funding with national priorities and supporting a focus on outcomes that benefit New Zealand.

Science and innovation

Gas reserves decline to lowest level on record

14 May 2026

Annual petroleum reserves data released today by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) shows as of 1 January 2026 New Zealand’s natural gas proven plus probable (2P) reserves declined 23% from last year to 731 petajoules (PJ), the lowest level since recording began 20 years ago, says Amapola Generosa, Domains Manager, MBIE.

Petroleum and minerals

First Kiwi Space Activator projects announced

14 May 2026

Three projects are the first recipients of the Kiwi Space Activator, a pilot programme that provides funding support to help lower barriers for New Zealand space technologies to leave the lab for the skies.

Space Agency

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