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Myth: Futures thinking tries to predict the future. Fact:  Futures thinking does not attempt to predict the future. There are a range of possible futures and the future can be actively shaped by the decisions we take today. Futures...

A method that identifies and questions the conscious and unconscious assumptions that shape policy analysis. On this page: Why you should use it What it involves What you will get out of it Ideal circumstances for use Limitations...

Structured brainstorming that helps participants visualise how important trends or events might impact on the policy area. On this page: Why you should use it What it involves What you will get out of it Ideal circumstances for use...

A method for testing the robustness of policy options against a set of scenarios to see how well they stand up against a range of external conditions. On this page: Why you should use it What it involves What you will get out of it Ideal...

Works backwards from a desirable future to identify the actions needed to help shape your desired future/s. On this page: Why you should use it What it involves What you will get out of it Ideal circumstances for use Limitations...

To be a Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit: CRIGHTON, Dr Anna Louisa de Launey, QSO, JP For services to heritage preservation and governance Dr Anna Crighton was appointed a Companion of the Queen's Service Order in 2005 for her services...

To be a Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit: HANSEN, Mr Stephen William (Steve), CNZM For services to rugby Mr Steve Hansen was Head Coach of the All Blacks from 2012 until stepping down following the 2019 Rugby World Cup. Mr Hansen...

To be a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit: BARNETT, Mr John Daniel, ONZM For services to film and television Mr John Barnett is New Zealand's leading television and film producer, who over the past 45 years has produced some of New Zealand's...

To be an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit: ASKEW, Ms Priscilla Jane (Scilla) For services to music Ms Scilla Askew is an arts administrator, musician and editor and from 1998 to 2010 was Executive Director of the Centre for New Zealand Music...

To be a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit: BARDSLEY, Dr Anne For services to science and the State Dr Anne Bardsley worked as a senior analyst for the Office of the Prime Minister's Chief Science Advisor from 2012 to 2018. Dr Bardsley...

To be a Companion of the Queen's Service Order: DICKSON, Mr Gary John For services to search and rescue Mr Gary Dickson has contributed more than 30 years of voluntary service to Search and Rescue (SAR) organisations in the South Island. Mr Dickson...

The New Zealand Distinguished Service Decoration: CANNON, Group Captain Michael James (Mike), NZBM For services to the New Zealand Defence Force Group Captain Mike Cannon joined the Royal New Zealand Air Force as an Aircraft Technician in 1991 and has...

Land Information New Zealand case study: Land Information New Zealand has been using the Development Pathways Tool to help its policy teams develop and grow their skills and to enrich development plan discussions. The tool sets out the...

Download the Snapshot of Greater Christchurch Regeneration (PDF, 406 KB) Resident population 30 June 2017 (vs 30 June 2016) Area Population Percentage change Greater Christchurch 500,100 +2.3...

The New Zealand Distinguished Service Medal: SHAPLAND, Brigadier Michael John For services to the New Zealand Defence Force Brigadier Michael Shapland has served in a variety of appointments both in New Zealand and overseas across a 35-year career...

To be a Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit: HARDING, Distinguished Professor Jane Elizabeth, ONZM For services to neonatology and perinatology Distinguished Professor Jane Harding is a world-leading neonatologist at the University of...

To be a Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit: ELLIOTT, Professor Robert Bartlett, CNZM For services to medical research Professor Robert Elliott was appointed a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit in 1999 for his services to...

To be a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit: BARCLAY-KERR, Mr Turanga Hoturoa (Hoturoa) For services to Māori and heritage commemoration Mr Hoturoa Barclay-Kerr is kaitiaki of the oceangoing waka Haunui and has more than 35 years’ experience...

To be an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit: ALA'ALATOA, Ms Barbara Frances, MNZM For services to education Ms Barbara Ala’alatoa chaired the Education Council of Aotearoa New Zealand from 2015 until 2019. During Ms Ala’alatoa’s tenure the...

To be a Companion of the Queen’s Service Order: WELLS, Ms Clare Elizabeth For services to early childhood education Ms Clare Wells has been a key driver of quality early childhood education for more than 40 years. Ms Wells is currently a board member...

The Queen’s Service Medal: ANDERSON, Miss Agnes Miller (Nan) For services to choral music Miss Nan Anderson was inaugural Vice President of the New Zealand Choral Federation from 1985 to 2002 and a founding member of the Canterbury-Westland branch....

Apart from Acts of Parliament, Orders in Council are the main method the Government uses to put into action decisions that need legal force. They are undertaken by the Executive Council. Many Orders in Council were put in place in response to the...

Terrorism is a growing international problem and New Zealand is not immune. Counter-terrorism is an important part of the work of the New Zealand Intelligence Community. The Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) and New Zealand Security...

HICKMAN, Major Graham Ross For services to the New Zealand Defence Force and brass bands Major Graham Hickman has led the New Zealand Army Band to be recognised by the Edinburgh Military Tattoo as one of the top three tattoo acts in the world, and by...

To be a Companion of the Queen’s Service Order: BISLEY, Mr Alastair Miles For services to the State Mr Alastair Bisley has been Chair of the Land and Water Forum, which has close to 70 stakeholder members, since 2008. In this role Mr...

To be a Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit: ADAMS, Ms Valerie Kasanita, ONZM For services to athletics Ms Valerie Adams is a world-renowned shot putter who has won four World Championship gold medals, two Olympic gold medals, three...

To be a Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit: FAULL, Distinguished Professor Richard Lewis Maxwell, ONZM For services to medical research Distinguished Professor Richard Faull has been involved with the University of Auckland for 38...

To be a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit: BALLANCE, Ms Alison Patricia For services to natural history, filmmaking and broadcasting Ms Alison Ballance is a zoologist and science communicator who has attained a high profile in New Zealand...

Back to Statement of Financial Performance In 2000-2001, Crown Revenue was $11.7 million, and Output Expenses were $12.4 million. In 2001-2002, Crown Revenue was $13.3 million, and Output Expenses were $11.7 million. In 2002-2003, Crown Revenue was...

Responsibilities include the strategic policy framework, legislation, and regulations which give shape to the ACC scheme, including ACC levies.

Responsibilities include the health and safety at work regulatory system and the employment relations and standards regulatory system, including the over-arching employment relations framework and prescribed minimum standards, such as the minimum wage...

On 30 August 2018, the Civil Defence Minister Kris Faafoi released the Government’s response to a Technical Advisory Group’s report into how New Zealand responds to natural disasters and emergencies. The Government’s response addresses the...

The Hurunui/Kaikōura Earthquakes Recovery Act 2016 is a key part of the government’s response to the 7.8 magnitude earthquake that occurred on 14 November 2016. You can view a copy of the Act on the New Zealand Legislation website. Hurunui/...