Assessment of operations
This section outlines MBIE’s operational performance during 2025/26, including key achievements, challenges, lessons learned and improvements implemented to strengthen future delivery.
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About MBIE
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) plays a central role in supporting a productive, competitive and resilient New Zealand economy.
Quarterly technology investment update
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has today published the first in a series of quarterly updates on its major technology investments.
Annual report 2025/26 – Pūrongo ā-tau 2025/26
The Hīkina Whakatutuki Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment’s 2025/26 Annual Report is a review of our financial and non-financial performance against our outcomes, priorities and obligations.
Asbestos in sand products
Since November 2025, multiple play, hobby and decorative products containing sand have tested positive for asbestos.
Mandatory asbestos testing for some consumer sand products
From February, certain consumer sand products, including toys, will need to be tested before they can be sold to make sure they are asbestos-free.
Briefings to Incoming Ministers
We produce Briefings to Incoming Ministers (BIMs) following a general election or change in minister. They provide an introduction to each portfolio and summarise key areas of policy and policy issues.
Auckland – 2023
Titles of documents the Minister of Auckland received from MBIE in 2023.
Auckland – 2024
Titles of documents the Minister of Auckland received from MBIE in 2024.
Economic regulation of water services
Local government water supply and wastewater services are subject to economic regulation under Part 4 of the Commerce Act 1986. This is part of the Government’s Local Water Done Well programme.