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NZ Post decision a blow to rural New Zealand
“Rural New Zealanders rely heavily on postal services, not just for mail but for medication, paying bills, receiving essential deliveries, and maintaining business operations. For many, frequent, accessible post services are a necessity.”
Rural voices must be heard in Telecommunications Sector Review
Rural Women New Zealand is welcoming the Government’s invitation for submissions on the Telecommunications Sector Review, and looks forward to advocating for affordable, accessible telecommunications for rural New Zealanders.
Rural Women fear the impact pay equity changes will have on rural communities
In its appearance before the People’s Select Committee on Pay Equity, Rural Women New Zealand called on the Government to reconsider changes to the Equal Pay Act that threaten to entrench pay inequities and exacerbate workforce shortages in rural communities.
Rural communities must be supported to transition off copper
Rural Women New Zealand acknowledges the Commerce Commission’s recommendation to deregulate the copper network but insists rural communities need to be supported through the transition.
Rural women welcome banking competition report
Rural Women New Zealand is welcoming the Finance and Expenditure Committee’s report on banking competition and its acknowledgement of the challenges faced by rural communities in accessing banking services.
Budget 2025: Strengthening rural resilience & celebrating Rural Women
Budget 2025 includes a $250,000 investment for the 2025/26 financial year to help Rural Women New Zealand expand its reach during its centenary year and continue its vital role supporting rural families and communities.
Drummond School Safety Day
Drummond Branch ran a safety day at the school, with sponsors from across the community giving their time and teaching the children how to be safe.
*Applications Now Closed* 2025 RWNZ Leadership Development Programme
We have partnered with rural specialist ‘people’ business No8HR to bring you the RWNZ Leadership Development Programme which is designed to accelerate the growth of RWNZ current and future leaders.
Rural Women NZ welcomes Pharmac change of heart on hormone patches
Rural Women New Zealand is welcoming Pharmac’s change of heart when it comes to oestradiol patches used by women going through perimenopause and menopause.
Make an impact with the Evolve Programme Advisory Group
We are calling for RWNZ Members, and non-members, to apply for our Evolve Programme Advisory Group. Submit your completed form by Sunday, 9 February 2025.
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