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Tariana Turia Speech - Pasefika Proud Fono
Friday, 18 October 2013, 2:53 pm | New Zealand Government
In 24 hours’ time a very special ceremony will take place in the Legislative Chambers of Parliament. It is the wedding ceremony of Sevuloni Tora and Fiona Mao: a young couple who first met up at a youth camp in Fiji, over ten years ago. More >>
Nine Afghan interpreters offered resettlement
Friday, 18 October 2013, 2:46 pm | New Zealand Government
Immigration Minister Michael Woodhouse has announced his decision to grant New Zealand residence to nine Afghan interpreters and 26 family members. “Local interpreters worked on the front lines with New Zealand personnel in Afghanistan. The Government ... More >>
Red tape cut in time for summer fun
Friday, 18 October 2013, 2:16 pm | New Zealand Government
Internal Affairs Minister Chris Tremain says new rules for spot prize draws have been put in place in time for summer events. In a move that slashes red tape, draws have been exempted from the legal definition of gambling. More >>
Turia at Special Olympics 2013 Global Messenger Graduation
Friday, 18 October 2013, 1:25 pm | New Zealand Government
This week we have celebrated two momentous milestone achievements for this beautiful land we call home. Yesterday we were all so proud that Eleanor Catton was crowned the youngest international Booker Prize award winning author for her masterpiece, ... More >>
Getting the best for all Māori students
Friday, 18 October 2013, 12:31 pm | New Zealand Government
Associate Education Minister Hon Dr Pita Sharples encouraged whanau, teachers, hapu and iwi to keep up their focus on supporting Māori student success, as the updated Māori education strategy, Ka Hikitia – Accelerating Success 2013-2017 and the ... More >>
Protecting culture in times of conflict
Friday, 18 October 2013, 11:22 am | New Zealand Government
“Protecting cultural heritage during armed conflict helps create the conditions for peace,” Minister for the Arts Culture and Heritage Christopher Finlayson said in Paris today. More >>
New data confirms the value of tertiary qualifications
Friday, 18 October 2013, 11:21 am | New Zealand Government
Higher qualifications mean higher employability and higher wages for young people says Tertiary Education, Skills and Employment Minister Steven Joyce. More >>
Bill supports zero-tolerance for organised crime
Friday, 18 October 2013, 10:03 am | New Zealand Government
Justice Minister Judith Collins says the Government’s comprehensive approach to fighting all forms of organised crime will help safeguard New Zealand’s economy, international reputation and public safety. More >>
Defence Minister meets senior Chinese General
Thursday, 17 October 2013, 5:21 pm | New Zealand Government
Defence Minister Jonathan Coleman today met with senior Chinese military chief General Zhao Keshi, member of the Central Military Commission and Director of the General Logistics Department. More >>
PM allocates John Banks’ Ministerial portfolios
Thursday, 17 October 2013, 5:02 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister John Key today announced John Banks’ Ministerial portfolios will be given to Bill English and Steven Joyce. More >>
Rapid response clinics now open in Auckland
Thursday, 17 October 2013, 4:06 pm | New Zealand Government
Associate Minister of Health Tariana Turia announced the opening of eight sore throat drop-in clinics in Auckland this week as part of the Government’s $45 million campaign to reduce rates of rheumatic fever. More >>
EPA Board appointment announced
Thursday, 17 October 2013, 3:50 pm | New Zealand Government
Environment Minister Amy Adams today announced the appointment of a new member to the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) Board. More >>
Government welcomes Wellington meth haul
Thursday, 17 October 2013, 1:56 pm | New Zealand Government
Police Minister Anne Tolley and Customs Minister Maurice Williamson today congratulated the Police and Customs for a $2 million drug bust. Just over two kilograms of methamphetamine, $20,000 and vehicles were seized and five people arrested in the Wellington region ... More >>
Anchor Projects gathering momentum
Thursday, 17 October 2013, 1:45 pm | New Zealand Government
Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee says a raft of significant steps made across the city’s anchor projects in recent weeks will add to the momentum of other developments in Christchurch. More >>
Precinct paves way for greater collaboration
Thursday, 17 October 2013, 1:43 pm | New Zealand Government
Justice Minister Judith Collins today announced the Australasian consortium of Warren and Mahoney, Cox and Opus Architecture as lead architect on Christchurch’s Justice and Emergency Services Precinct. More >>
PM unveils design of Christchurch Justice Precinct
Thursday, 17 October 2013, 1:40 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister John Key today unveiled how the Justice and Emergency Services Precinct to be constructed in central Christchurch will look. The precinct will cost in the region of $300 million and be the first major public building to be built in Christchurch ... More >>
Meridian share offer closes 5pm tomorrow
Thursday, 17 October 2013, 12:48 pm | New Zealand Government
State-owned Enterprises Minister Tony Ryall has confirmed the retail offer component of the Meridian share offer will close tomorrow, Friday 18 October. “New Zealanders who would like to apply to become Meridian shareholders must apply and pay their ... More >>
Progress on multi-billion dollar infrastructure plan
Thursday, 17 October 2013, 12:27 pm | New Zealand Government
The National State of Infrastructure Report published today shows the benefits of the Government’s commitment to major infrastructure projects New Zealand needs to build a competitive and productive economy, Finance Minister Bill English says. More >>
New meritorious medal for NZDF and NZ Police
Thursday, 17 October 2013, 11:51 am | New Zealand Government
Defence Minister Jonathan Coleman and Police Minister Anne Tolley welcome the introduction of new meritorious service medals to recognise outstanding service by personnel in the NZ Defence Force and NZ Police. More >>
Youth mentoring scheme given funding
Thursday, 17 October 2013, 11:50 am | New Zealand Government
Youth Affairs Minister Nikki Kaye today announced $60,000 funding to deliver mentoring opportunities for up to 50 for young people with disabilities. More >>
