2024/2025 Annual Report
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Recent features
City and Regional Deals (updated 14 May 2026)
Simplifying Local Government (Updated June 2026)
Online Casino Gambling (updated 5 June 2026)
Government Inquiry into the Fatal Landslides in Tauranga (25 March 2026)
Going for Housing Growth - development levies (Consultation closed 20 February 2026)
Council performance measurement (published 31 July 2025)
Disclosure of chief executive expenses - 2024-25 (published 24 July 2025)
Crown Observer appointed to Wellington City Council (updated March 2025)
Latest news
Multiple formal warnings signal tougher stance on anti-money laundering non-compliance (17 June 2026)
Don’t let your fundraising activity be a game of chance (5 June 2026)
Online child exploitation reports linked to NZ up 29% (2 June 2026)
Births, Deaths, Marriages, and Relationships service and product fees to increase from 18 June 2026
(21 May 2026)
Public service updates
Aotearoa:
Our public counters are open for appointment only. To book an appointment, please visit our websites below. We encourage you to apply wherever possible using our online services:
National Library and Archives NZ:
Please follow guidelines for visiting The National Library and Archives NZ
Sydney:
Our Bond Street office is open by appointment. Head to our website to book an appointment.
London:
Our London office is open by appointment only – please contact us to make an appointment.
Emergency information for DIA staff
There are currently no emergencies or announcements.
