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date and 1,500,000m3 of earthworks moved so far”, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA2502/S00091/milestone-reached-for-takitimu-north-link-stage-1-road-of-national-significance.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA2502/S00090/new-programme-to-grow-manufacturing-workforce.htm">New Programme To Grow Manufacturing Workforce</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 12:51 pm | New Zealand Government</p> <p>This pilot is just one part of a broader partnership with Advancing Manufacturing Aotearoa, focused on supporting the sector to grow, innovate and foster new talent. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA2502/S00090/new-programme-to-grow-manufacturing-workforce.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA2502/S00088/new-renal-centre-will-provide-life-saving-care-for-patients.htm">New Renal Centre 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Our soldiers, sailors and aviators deserve homes where they can thrive,” Mr Penk says. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA2502/S00083/better-homes-for-papakura-military-camp-personnel.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA2502/S00080/minister-acknowledges-outgoing-director-general.htm">Minister Acknowledges Outgoing Director-General</a></h3> <p class="release">Friday, 14 February 2025, 12:21 pm | New Zealand Government</p> <p>“Diana was appointed in November 2022, having acted in the role from July 2022. 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The motorway interchange will support the business park by providing access to major North Island and global markets. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA2502/S00071/key-transport-link-will-boost-regional-economy.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA2502/S00070/david-seymour-speech-to-auckland-chamber-of-commerce.htm">David Seymour – Speech To Auckland Chamber Of Commerce</a></h3> <p class="release">Friday, 14 February 2025, 8:58 am | New Zealand Government</p> <p>The Government is committed to a goal of delivering more economic growth for New Zealanders. 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