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Workers’ Memorial day time to take stock
Sunday, 27 April 2014, 1:38 pm | New Zealand Government
Workers’ Memorial Day tomorrow is a time to remember those who have been killed or injured at work, their families and friends, and also take stock of the progress being made to ensure workers return home safe each day, says Labour Minister Simon ... More >>
New Zealand to host first Justice Symposium
Sunday, 27 April 2014, 11:17 am | New Zealand Government
Justice Minister Judith Collins has today announced justice sector experts will converge on Wellington this Tuesday for New Zealand’s first Leading Justice Symposium. More >>
Anzac Day messages from Prime Minister and Governor-General
Saturday, 26 April 2014, 1:42 pm | New Zealand Government
Anzac Day message 2014 – From the Prime Minister of New Zealand It is almost 100 years since the events which led to Anzac Day. More >>
NZ support for aviation and energy in Kiribati
Saturday, 26 April 2014, 12:31 pm | New Zealand Government
Foreign Affairs Minister Murray McCully today announced that New Zealand will invest in aviation links and renewable energy for Kiribati’s Kiritimati Island. “Kiritimati Island has enormous potential for tourism, yet the sector’s development is constrained ... More >>
Labour-Greens no growth coalition confirmed
Saturday, 26 April 2014, 12:22 pm | New Zealand Government
The departure of prominent Labour MP Shane Jones this week confirms that a Labour-Greens coalition stands for no growth and fewer jobs, Economic Development Minister Steven Joyce says. More >>
Minister to attend conference in Estonia
Friday, 25 April 2014, 3:32 pm | New Zealand Government
Communications and Information Technology Minister Amy Adams today leaves for Estonia for the Freedom Online Coalition conference in Estonia, and meetings in London. More >>
Key Notes: Standing together on Anzac Day
Friday, 25 April 2014, 2:09 pm | New Zealand Government
Tomorrow I join the tens of thousands of New Zealanders who each year commemorate Anzac Day across our country and at Gallipoli. More >>
Government not introducing minimum pricing on alcohol
Thursday, 24 April 2014, 5:19 pm | New Zealand Government
Justice Minister Judith Collins has received the Ministry of Justice report, The Effectiveness of Alcohol Pricing Policies . The report considers options for a minimum pricing regime and the possible costs and benefits. More >>
Update on new Chinese infant formula rules
Thursday, 24 April 2014, 3:03 pm | New Zealand Government
Chinese officials have provided further advice on the introduction of new regulations affecting New Zealand infant formula exports to China, says Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy and Food Safety Minister Nikki Kaye. More >>
Gallipoli ballot special passes allocated
Thursday, 24 April 2014, 3:01 pm | New Zealand Government
One hundred special passes from the Gallipoli ballot will be allocated to children of Gallipoli veterans and youth representatives, Veterans’ Affairs Minister Michael Woodhouse has announced. The special passes, which were held back from the first ... More >>
NZDF provides assistance in Southern Westland
Thursday, 24 April 2014, 1:36 pm | New Zealand Government
Defence Minister Jonathan Coleman says the NZDF is providing assistance to the community of Whataroa in Southern Westland in the wake of the recent significant storm damage. More >>
NZ and EU support renewable energy in Tuvalu
Thursday, 24 April 2014, 12:56 pm | New Zealand Government
Foreign Affairs Minister Murray McCully has announced that New Zealand will continue to support Tuvalu’s conversion to renewable energy alongside the European Union. More >>
Commemorating Anzac Day
Thursday, 24 April 2014, 11:43 am | New Zealand Government
Defence Minister Jonathan Coleman says Anzac Day will be especially poignant this year with the start of WWI centenary commemorations. “Tomorrow marks the 99th anniversary of the Gallipoli landings, and New Zealanders at home and overseas will come together ... More >>
Minister travels to UAE, Kuwait, North Africa and France
Thursday, 24 April 2014, 10:57 am | New Zealand Government
Trade Minister Tim Groser will depart today for the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, North Africa and France to undertake a range of activities and bilateral calls. “The focus of my bilateral meetings in the UAE and Kuwait will be on strengthening Gulf ... More >>
NZCID report a useful guide for recovery work
Thursday, 24 April 2014, 10:18 am | New Zealand Government
Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee says feedback provided to the New Zealand Council for Infrastructure Development (NZCID) by stakeholders in Christchurch’s rebuild will help inform the government’s ongoing work programme. More >>
New visa to build Turkey-New Zealand ties
Thursday, 24 April 2014, 10:14 am | New Zealand Government
Immigration Minister Michael Woodhouse has announced a new three year multiple-entry visa to make it easier for Turkish business people and diplomats to visit New Zealand. Mr Woodhouse made the announcement during a visit to Turkey, where he is meeting ... More >>
Food Safety Assurance Advisory Council established
Wednesday, 23 April 2014, 5:15 pm | New Zealand Government
Food Safety Minister Nikki Kaye said today a Food Safety and Assurance Advisory Council is being set up to provide independent advice to the government on issues relating to food safety. More >>
School pay continues improvement
Wednesday, 23 April 2014, 3:28 pm | New Zealand Government
The latest Novopay complaints reports confirm the system is settling back into a more consistent and steady state after the busy start-of-year period. Minister Responsible for Novopay Steven Joyce today released the reports on complaints and notifications ... More >>
NZ support for largest solar array in the Pacific
Wednesday, 23 April 2014, 3:10 pm | New Zealand Government
Foreign Minister Murray McCully today announced that New Zealand is supporting the construction of the Pacific’s largest solar energy array in Samoa. “New Zealand is working in partnership with the Government of Samoa, the European Union, and the ... More >>
Memorandum to restore Waiapu catchment signed
Wednesday, 23 April 2014, 2:46 pm | New Zealand Government
Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy and Associate Minister Jo Goodhew today announced a collaborative partnership to restore the Waiapu catchment in the Gisborne District. “The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between MPI, Te Runanganui O Ngāti ... More >>
