Source: New Zealand Police
Emergency services are attending a serious single-vehicle crash on Broadlands Road, between Ohaaki and Allen Roads, Rotorua.
Police were alerted about 5.55pm.
Initial indications are there have been serious injuries.
The road will be closed, with diversions in place.
Motorists should avoid the area if possible.
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Issued by Police Media Centre
Source: New Zealand Government
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has met his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese today in Queenstown.
“It’s an absolute pleasure to welcome my great mate Anthony to the jewel in the crown of New Zealand’s scenic beauty. I’m looking forward to spending more time with him and Jodie, enjoying the best Queenstown has to offer.
“Prime Minister Albanese and I have just concluded an energetic set of talks where we traversed the full range of matters that are top of mind for two leaders that see the world in very similar ways.
“We discussed the shared challenges facing the New Zealand and Australian economies and the opportunities we have to work together.
“In particular, I valued the discussion about our respective economic plans. The crossover between New Zealand’s Going for Growth agenda and Australia’s productivity agenda provides plenty of cooperation opportunities,” Mr Luxon says.
The two leaders announced a new partnership between New Zealand and Australia’s national standards bodies. More harmonisation of standards will make trade even easier, bring down costs and support economic growth on both sides of the Tasman.
The annual leaders’ meeting kicks off a busy period of trans-Tasman economic meetings with the Australia New Zealand Leadership Forum in Canberra in September and the Climate and Finance Ministers’ meeting and CER Trade Ministers’ meeting taking place later this year.
Source: New Zealand Police
Police can confirm one person has died in the crash on State Highway 23 near Whatawhata this morning.
Emergency services were called to the scene after a car crashed into a tree near Ferguson Road around 9.10 am.
Two other people have serious injuries, and one person has a minor injury.
The Serious Crash Unit were notified of the crash and are investigating.
Te Pahu Road and Ferguson Road was closed for a period of time while emergency services were at the scene but has now opened.
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Source: New Zealand Government
Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey today announced a national promotion campaign focused on getting Kiwis to Top Up with everyday actions that promote better mental health.
“The Top Up campaign uses the evidence-based 5 Ways to Wellbeing because we know it makes a difference in the lives of many New Zealanders. We want more Kiwis, and communities to take a proactive role in behaviour change that maintains and tops up their mental wellbeing,” Mr Doocey says.
“This is about common-sense tools and proven techniques that anyone can use. Whether you’re on the farm, in the office, at school or at home with the kids, better mental health is something we all have a stake in. Applying the Five Ways to Wellbeing has been shown to aid recovery from tough times and the management of long-term mental health issues.
“Just like we look after our physical health, we need to be proactive in looking after our mental health. This campaign is about helping New Zealanders make these preventative actions part of their everyday life and continuing efforts to reduce the stigma around mental health issues.
“We are not just focused on ensuring the right support is in place to treat mental health and addiction issues, we are also focused strongly on preventing Kiwis from getting to that point.
“However, when someone does reach out for help, whether it’s you, your child, a friend or a family member, this Government is committed to ensuring support is there.
“We’re turning the corner on reducing wait times and increasing the mental health workforce. Recent data shows the frontline Health NZ mental health workforce has grown around 10% since we came into Government, and over 80% of people are being seen within three weeks for specialist services.”
The campaign was developed by VML in partnership with the Mental Health Foundation. It aligns with the Government’s Mental Health Targets, specifically by strengthening prevention and early intervention efforts.
Notes to editor
• The Top Up website which includes the promotion campaign video can be found here.
• The campaign will aim to reach up to 2.6 million New Zealanders each year through a range of multimedia channels such as TV, radio, social media and other online platforms.
• This will be complemented by a community grants scheme run by the Mental Health Foundation, with the first round open in October. It will offer $250,000 annually for two years to fund grassroots community wellbeing initiatives, particularly in hard-to-reach communities.
Source: New Zealand Police
State Highway 23 in Whatawhata is closed following a serious crash.
The single-vehicle crashed happened about 9:10am, near the intersection with Ferguson Road.
Indication are there are serious to critical injuries involved.
The highway will be closed while emergency services work at the scene.
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Source: New Zealand Government
More cancer patients in the Taupō region can now receive treatment closer to home, following an expansion of chemotherapy services at Taupō Hospital, Health Minister Simeon Brown says.
“For the first time in over 20 years, Taupō Hospital’s chemotherapy clinic has doubled its operating days and now runs two days a week,” Mr Brown says.
“This expansion reflects growing demand, driven by the Government’s $604 million investment in Pharmac to fund new cancer medicines and treatments.”
That investment is delivering broader access to cutting-edge medicines like Keytruda, an immunotherapy drug now publicly funded not just for melanoma, but for other cancers such as bowel and bladder.
“More people in Taupō can now access the life-saving medicines they need, and that’s driving increased demand for treatment locally.
“In the first half of 2025, 439 treatments, including chemotherapy and immunotherapy, were delivered to Taupō-based patients, up 39 per cent from 315 in the same period last year.
“To meet this demand, specialist nurses travel from Rotorua to deliver chemotherapy in Taupō, saving patients the need to make the trip themselves.
“Some of these treatments take just as long to administer as the return drive to Rotorua. Bringing care closer to home doesn’t just save time – it eases the burden on patients and their families. It means fewer people having to take time off work, organise childcare, or travel long distances just to access the treatment they need.
“This service also benefits patients living further afield, with those in places like Tūrangi able to halve their travel time by going to Taupō instead of Rotorua.”
The long-term plan is to expand chemotherapy services at Taupō Hospital to five days a week as demand continues to grow.
“Delivering faster access to cancer treatment is a key focus for the Government, which is why it’s one of our five national health targets.
“This is what smart, patient-focused care looks like. We’re building a health system that delivers for all New Zealanders and making sure people can get the cancer treatment they need, when and where they need it,” Mr Brown says.
Source: Tertiary Education Commission
Last updated 26 November 2024
Last updated 26 November 2024
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This page explains what DXP Ngā Kete is, what it is used for, when you should use it and how to access it. User guides, instructional videos and other resources are available in the User Guides section of DXP Ngā Kete.
This page explains what DXP Ngā Kete is, what it is used for, when you should use it and how to access it. User guides, instructional videos and other resources are available in the User Guides section of DXP Ngā Kete.
What is DXP Ngā Kete?
DXP Ngā Kete is a secure online portal that allows tertiary education organisations (TEOs) and the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) to share information.
It will be a one-stop shop for data submissions, documents, registers (including courses and qualifications), user guides and information products.
When do I start using DXP Ngā Kete?
Use DXP Ngā Kete now to:
access and submit commitment data (MoPs and EPICs)
access and submit Other Fund Actuals (including Gateway) data submissions
access notices and documents we have published
upload or add documents, including Investment Plans and other reports or documents for us to review.
Continue to:
maintain your course and qualification registers in STEO. Transition to DXP Ngā Kete registers in early February 2025
submit your December single data return (SDR) in STEO. Transition to DXP Ngā Kete for your March Indicative (IND), April Single Data Return (SDR) and all subsequent returns in DXP Ngā Kete
use the ITR to transmit work-based data until mid-July 2025 (more information to come)
use Ngā Kete to view information products until mid-2025 (more information to come)
use Workspace 2 (WS2) to submit or upload all First-year Fees Free delivery data and reports until further notice.
How can I access DXP Ngā Kete?
To get access to DXP Ngā Kete, go to the Ministry of Education’s Education Sector Logon (ESL) service desk.
Login to DXP Ngā Kete.
We recommend using the latest version of the following browsers for DXP Ngā Kete:
Google Chrome
Edge
Firefox
Safari for MacOS.
For more information about DXP Ngā Kete roles, see DXP Ngā Kete access and roles.
Helpful resources
The following resources are available in DXP Ngā Kete user guidance:
“How to” user guides – step-by-step instructions on how to use DXP Ngā Kete
Instructional videos – video walkthrough of key DXP Ngā Kete workflows
Data requirements and reference data for 2025 Mixes of Provision (MoPs) and Educational Performance Indicator Commitment (EPIC) templates.
We are adding resources as we roll out additional functionality.
Data System Refresh programme
For more information about the programme and its goals and outcomes, see Data System Refresh (DSR) programme.
Need help?
If you have any questions, please contact our Customer Contact Team on customerservice@tec.govt.nz or call 0800 601 301.
Source: Tertiary Education Commission
Last updated 23 February 2024
Last updated 23 February 2024
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This page sets out the eligibility criteria for receiving funding from the Equity Fund.
This page sets out the eligibility criteria for receiving funding from the Equity Fund.
For the full eligibility requirements, see the Equity funding conditions at Funding conditions by year.
TEO eligibility
Most tertiary education organisations (TEOs) do not need to provide any additional information to the TEC before receiving Equity funding. We calculate and distribute Equity funding based on SDR data on key indicators and evidence for eligible learner cohorts. All eligible TEOs will receive Equity funding if they have:
Māori and Pacific learners (DQ7+ only), or
disabled learners.
We expect TEOs to:
actively consider how they will use this funding to supplement other investments to ensure the success of all learners
include these plans in their Learner Success and Disability Action Plans
be prepared to discuss their approach with their Relationship Manager/Advisor.
Providers will not be eligible to receive Equity funding if they receive a final zero allocation in DQ1-2 and DQ7+ funds.
If you are a new provider, and receive DQ1-2 and DQ7+, we will use your April SDR delivery data to calculate your Equity funding allocation. This will be confirmed with you in May. You will receive your Equity payments monthly from June. If any adjustments are needed, these will be calculated following the August and December data returns.
If you have any questions about your eligibility for Equity funding, please contact your Relationship Manager or the Customer Contact Team on 0800 601 301 or email customerservice@tec.govt.nz.
Source: Tertiary Education Commission
Last updated 31 October 2024
Last updated 31 October 2024
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The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) administers the first-year Fees Free Tertiary Education and Training (Fees Free) policy.
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) administers the first-year Fees Free Tertiary Education and Training (Fees Free) policy.
The Government has announced that Fees Free for the first year of study and training will finish at the end of 2024 and be replaced with a final-year Fees Free scheme starting from January 2025.
Find out more about the final-year Fees Free scheme including eligibility criteria, entitlement and implementation:
Final-year Fees Free
First-year Fees Free will continue to operate until 31 December 2025 under transition settings. Find out more about the end of the first-year Fees Free scheme:
End of first-year Fees Free policy
Information about first-year Fees Free
End of first-year Fees Free policy – the settings for the end of the first-year scheme and the transition rules for learners with remaining first-year entitlement
Payments and reporting – how we make payments and how you report to us
Eligibility criteria and what Fees Free covers – the Fees Free eligibility criteria, how to check learners’ eligibility, and what fees the policy covers
Fees Free interactions with other funds – how Fees Free interacts with the Targeted Training and Apprenticeship Fund (TTAF), Māori and Pasifika Trades Training (MPTT) and Youth Guarantee (YG), as well as student loans, student allowance and scholarships
Statutory declarations – what to tell learners about finding out their eligibility
Communications pack for TEOs – material for tertiary education organisations
Carrying over Fees Free entitlement – how learners can use their Fees Free entitlement across years
Guidance – FAQs, information guides and other resources to help you understand Fees Free
Who to contact
If you have any questions, please contact your Relationship Manager or Advisor, or the Customer Contact Team on 0800 601 301 or customerservice@tec.govt.nz.
For information on Fees Free for learners, see FeesFree.govt.nz. Learners can also call 0800 601 301 or email customerservice@tec.govt.nz.
Source: Tertiary Education Commission
Last updated 10 January 2020
Last updated 10 January 2020
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This page is a one-stop shop of guides, hand-outs, documents and up-to-date frequently asked questions (FAQs) for both publishing options of the Key Information for Students (KIS).
This page is a one-stop shop of guides, hand-outs, documents and up-to-date frequently asked questions (FAQs) for both publishing options of the Key Information for Students (KIS).
Guides and hand-outs
You will find all the information you need to guide you through the process of publishing the KIS on your website in the documents below.
If you have questions, please see the frequently asked questions or contact us.
KIS overview
Preparing your data
Implementing your design
For the ‘full KIS’ option:
For the ‘KIS button’ option:
Frequently Asked Questions
During the process of publishing the KIS to your website you will have a lot of questions. Below you will find answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) split by key topic areas.
Contact us
If you’d like to find out more or ask a question, please contact us by: