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LINZ Data Service a resounding success

Wednesday, 19 June 2013, 11:45 am | New Zealand Government

Land Information Minister Maurice Williamson says the LINZ Data Service has set the benchmark for the release of public data for reuse, innovation and enterprise. More >>

21st Century learning reference group announced

Wednesday, 19 June 2013, 10:17 am | New Zealand Government

Associate Education Minister Nikki Kaye has today announced 14 members of a new reference group that will provide expert advice on 21st century learning environments and digital literacy in schools. More >>

Govt moves to stamp out organised crime

Tuesday, 18 June 2013, 4:22 pm | New Zealand Government

Justice Minister Judith Collins today announced the Government will adopt a range of recommendations to better attack international and domestic organised crime networks, as part of the All of Government Response to Organised Crime. More >>

Key Notes: Special video briefing on housing

Tuesday, 18 June 2013, 4:19 pm | New Zealand Government

New Zealand families ought to have warmer, healthier and more affordable good-quality housing. More >>

Minister welcomes new website for LBPs

Tuesday, 18 June 2013, 3:51 pm | New Zealand Government

Building and Construction Minister Maurice Williamson says the launch of a new website will make it easier for Licensed Building Practitioners to access information online. More >>

Communities have more say on alcohol licenses

Tuesday, 18 June 2013, 12:55 pm | New Zealand Government

Justice Minister Judith Collins says local communities now have a greater say in the availability of alcohol in their neighbourhoods. More >>

Blueprint released for Tāmaki regeneration

Tuesday, 18 June 2013, 11:38 am | New Zealand Government

The draft strategic framework for the housing-led regeneration of Tāmaki has today been released for public feedback by Housing Minister Dr Nick Smith, Auckland Mayor Len Brown and the Tāmaki Redevelopment Company. More >>

Appointment to Confidential Listening and Assistance Service

Tuesday, 18 June 2013, 10:21 am | New Zealand Government

Internal Affairs Minister Chris Tremain today announced the reappointment of Judge Carolyn Henwood as the Chair of the Confidential Listening and Assistance Service. More >>

No cut to biosecurity funding in Budget 2013

Monday, 17 June 2013, 5:11 pm | New Zealand Government

It's important to correct some correct claims by opposition politicians. To make it crystal clear: funding has not been cut for biosecurity in Budget 2013. More >>

Call for clinicians to develop IT to improve health services

Monday, 17 June 2013, 4:47 pm | New Zealand Government

Health Minister Tony Ryall is encouraging health professionals to take part in the fourth annual Clinicians’ Challenge to develop IT solutions to improve health services. More >>

Health Quality and Safety Commission appointments

Monday, 17 June 2013, 3:16 pm | New Zealand Government

The Government has made three appointments to the Health Quality and Safety Commission. More >>

Gambling Harm Reduction Bill paves way for balanced reform

Monday, 17 June 2013, 2:55 pm | New Zealand Government

Internal Affairs Minister Chris Tremain says collaboration with Te Ururoa Flavell on his Gambling (Gambling Harm Reduction) Amendment Bill is the first stage in a balanced series of reforms planned for the Class 4 (non-casino) gaming sector. More >>

Consultation on draft Carers’ Strategy Action Plan

Monday, 17 June 2013, 1:52 pm | New Zealand Government

Senior Citizens Minister Jo Goodhew has announced the opening of consultation on the second Carers’ Strategy Action Plan. “The New Zealand Carers’ Strategy was launched in 2008 with an Action Plan covering 2008 to 2012. More >>

Specialist team to assist council consenting

Monday, 17 June 2013, 1:38 pm | New Zealand Government

Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee and Building and Construction Minister Maurice Williamson have reached agreement with Christchurch City Council for a team of technical experts from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment ... More >>

Fraud Awareness Week focuses on seniors

Monday, 17 June 2013, 1:00 pm | New Zealand Government

Raising awareness among seniors who are most vulnerable to scams is the key focus for this year’s Fraud Awareness Week, says Consumer Affairs Minister Craig Foss. More >>

Opposition determined to manufacture a crisis

Monday, 17 June 2013, 11:56 am | New Zealand Government

The Opposition’s so-called ‘Manufacturing Crisis’ inquiry remains nothing more than a failed political stunt with a bunch of re-tread solutions and a lack of knowledge of the measures the Government is already implementing, Economic Development Minister ... More >>

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