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Prime Minister welcomes cheaper UK-NZ travel
Thursday, 20 March 2014, 3:28 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister and Tourism Minister John Key, has welcomed the British Government’s decision to reduce duties for passenger flights to New Zealand. More >>
Changes to improve electricity price monitoring
Thursday, 20 March 2014, 12:25 pm | New Zealand Government
Energy and Resources Minister Simon Bridges today announced changes to improve electricity price monitoring and provide more accurate information about how the market is performing. “Because of the Government’s 2010 reforms, the electricity market is more competitive ... More >>
Minister opens new $5m dialysis unit in Porirua
Thursday, 20 March 2014, 12:09 pm | New Zealand Government
Health Minister Tony Ryall today opened a new $5 million satellite dialysis unit at Keneperu Hospital – greatly improving access to this lifesaving treatment for Greater Wellington communities. More >>
Economy grows by 3.1 per cent, on right track
Thursday, 20 March 2014, 11:50 am | New Zealand Government
The economy continued to grow by more than 3 per cent in the year to 31 December, confirming that New Zealand remains on the right track under the Government’s economic programme, Finance Minister Bill English says. Statistics New Zealand today reported ... More >>
Commercial catch limits ensure sustainability of fisheries
Thursday, 20 March 2014, 11:43 am | New Zealand Government
Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy has today announced changes to catch limits for seven commercial fish stocks, aimed at ensuring their sustainability for all New Zealanders. More >>
Simon Bridges: Speech to NZ Energy Conference
Thursday, 20 March 2014, 10:41 am | New Zealand Government
It is the foundation on which we build economic growth, prosperity and progress in our societies. Across the globe, we are all facing the same basic energy challenge. We want our citizens and countries to continue to develop and prosper. But we need ... More >>
Jo Goodhew: Address to ForestWood 2014 Conference
Thursday, 20 March 2014, 9:39 am | New Zealand Government
E aku rangatira, tēnā koutou katoa. Ka nui te honore ki te mihi ki a koutou. I would like to acknowledge the pan-industry conference organisers; the Forest Owners Association, the Wood Processors Association, Pine Manufacturers Association and ... More >>
Steven Joyce Speech: New Zealand Gala Dinner, Jakarta
Thursday, 20 March 2014, 9:38 am | New Zealand Government
It is my honour and privilege to welcome you to the New Zealand Gala Dinner. This dinner is part of the New Zealand Season, a series of events showcasing New Zealand in Indonesia. The links between our countries are growing on several fronts – especially ... More >>
Minister congratulates Timber Design winners
Thursday, 20 March 2014, 9:36 am | New Zealand Government
Associate Minister for Primary Industries Jo Goodhew has tonight paid tribute to the best of the best in Kiwi timber engineering and building design. “Innovative designs in wood are giving us a whole new kind of building. The best of what is being ... More >>
Better broadband information for consumers goes live
Thursday, 20 March 2014, 9:26 am | New Zealand Government
Communications and Information Technology Minister Amy Adams has welcomed the introduction of a code of practice to improve the transparency of broadband product information for consumers. More >>
Sharples leads trade delegation to Malaysia
Thursday, 20 March 2014, 9:24 am | New Zealand Government
Sharples leads trade delegation to Malaysia Businesses from a wide range of sectors are taking part in a trade delegation to Malaysia as part of New Zealand week 2014. The delegation will be led by Māori Affairs Minister Pita Sharples. “The theme ... More >>
Smart Grid Forum members announced
Thursday, 20 March 2014, 9:22 am | New Zealand Government
Energy and Resources Minister Simon Bridges today announced the members of a New Zealand Smart Grid Forum to advance the development of smart electricity networks in New Zealand. “The term ‘smart grid’ encompasses all the challenges and opportunities ... More >>
Te Pataka Ohanga referred to Serious Fraud Office
Thursday, 20 March 2014, 8:59 am | New Zealand Government
Education Ministers Hekia Parata and Dr Pita Sharples have referred matters relating to Te Pataka Ohanga, a private company owned by the Te Kohanga Reo National Trust Board, to the Serious Fraud Office. More >>
China and NZ set ambitious new trade goals
Thursday, 20 March 2014, 8:58 am | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister John Key and Chinese President Xi Jinping have set an ambitious new goal for two-way trade of $30 billion by 2020. In a meeting at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, they also agreed to modernise the current Free Trade Agreement ... More >>
Families Commission role changes under new legislation
Wednesday, 19 March 2014, 7:11 pm | New Zealand Government
Social Development Minister Paula Bennett has welcomed the passing of a Bill refocusing the role of the Families Commission, to house a vital new Social Policy Evaluation and Research unit (SuPERU). The new ‘SuPERU’ offers a much needed service for ... More >>
Service of Brigadier (Ret’d) Ottaway acknowledged
Wednesday, 19 March 2014, 7:10 pm | New Zealand Government
Veterans’ Affairs Minister Michael Woodhouse has acknowledged the outstanding service of Brigadier Richard (Rick) Ottaway. The General Manager of Veterans’ Affairs New Zealand (VANZ) and Secretary for War Pensions today announced his plan to retire ... More >>
Groser: China-New Zealand Dairy Exchange Centre signing
Wednesday, 19 March 2014, 5:10 pm | New Zealand Government
Address - China-New Zealand Dairy Exchange Centre signing ceremony and launch, Beijing More >>
Speech to China Agricultural University, Beijing
Wednesday, 19 March 2014, 3:08 pm | New Zealand Government
It is a great pleasure to be in Beijing today. And I’m pleased to be here at the China Agricultural University for the first time - thank you for your warm welcome. This is my fourth visit to China, reflecting the strength of the bilateral relationship ... More >>
No protection for disabled and seniors from eviction
Wednesday, 19 March 2014, 3:08 pm | New Zealand Government
Labour's Housing spokesperson Phil Twyford has called the Government's decision not to protect senior citizens and the disabled from eviction under its new state house policy "callous and heartless". More >>
Rapid rise in prisoner education to reduce reoffending
Wednesday, 19 March 2014, 3:07 pm | New Zealand Government
Corrections Minister Anne Tolley says prisoner access to literacy and numeracy programmes has received massive boosts since 2008, alongside huge increases in prisoners earning qualifications. More >>
