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$130m boost for Kiwi R&D and start-ups

Thursday, 16 May 2013, 2:12 pm | New Zealand Government

Hon Steven Joyce Minister of Science and Innovation 16 May 2013 $130m boost for Kiwi R&D and start-ups Budget 2013 is investing nearly $130 million into Callaghan Innovation to encourage businesses to invest more in research and development, and ... More >>

Housing package improves affordability, access

Thursday, 16 May 2013, 2:10 pm | New Zealand Government

Budget 2013 contains an ambitious and comprehensive package of measures aimed at making houses more affordable and improving access to social housing, Finance Minister Bill English and Housing Minister Nick Smith say. More >>

Investing $200m in science, innovation & research

Thursday, 16 May 2013, 2:10 pm | New Zealand Government

Hon Steven Joyce Minister of Science and Innovation 16 May 2013 Investing $200m in science, innovation & research Budget 2013 delivers on the Government’s commitment to building a more competitive and productive economy with $200 million ... More >>

New tools agreed to enhance financial stability

Thursday, 16 May 2013, 2:09 pm | New Zealand Government

Hon Bill English Minister of Finance 16 May 2013 New tools agreed to enhance financial stability More >>

We’re Spending Well, Not Spending Up - English

Thursday, 16 May 2013, 2:09 pm | New Zealand Government

Budget 2013 has freed up a further $1.5 billion by redirecting spending to where it delivers the best results, Finance Minister Bill English says. More >>

Meridian Energy to be readied for partial sale

Thursday, 16 May 2013, 2:08 pm | New Zealand Government

The Government is taking the next step in its share offer programme and preparing Meridian Energy for partial sale later this year, Finance Minister Bill English and State Owned Enterprises Minister Tony Ryall say. More >>

Budget boosts support for low-income families

Thursday, 16 May 2013, 2:07 pm | New Zealand Government

Hon Bill English Minister of Finance Hon Tariana Turia Minister for Whānau Ora 16 May 2013 More >>

Government books in good shape, English says

Thursday, 16 May 2013, 2:05 pm | New Zealand Government

Hon Bill English Minister of Finance 16 May 2013 Government books in good shape, English says More >>

Budget 2013: At a Glance

Thursday, 16 May 2013, 2:05 pm | New Zealand Government

Progress in the Government’s programme while on track to surplus More >>

Budget 2013: Delivering Progress and Optimism

Thursday, 16 May 2013, 2:05 pm | New Zealand Government

Budget 2013 confirms New Zealand is on the right track, with forecasts of economic growth, more jobs, rising wages, and a return to surplus by 2014/15, Finance Minister Bill English says. More >>

Government builds momentum in Budget 2013

Thursday, 16 May 2013, 2:02 pm | New Zealand Government

Rt Hon John Key Prime Minister 16 May 2013 Government builds momentum in Budget 2013 More >>

McClay’s Gang Bill now includes every school

Wednesday, 15 May 2013, 6:14 pm | New Zealand Government

Rotorua MP Todd McClay’s bill to ban gang insignia from Government premises has been amended to include every school in New Zealand. The Prohibition of Gang Insignia in Government Premises Bill passed its second reading in Parliament today and is ... More >>

Learning Media Ltd Board Appointments

Wednesday, 15 May 2013, 6:08 pm | New Zealand Government

Education Minister Hekia Parata has announced the appointment of Jenn Bestwick as Chair of Learning Media Ltd, and the reappointment of Taria Tahana as a director. More >>

Govt releases spectrum consultation document

Wednesday, 15 May 2013, 5:23 pm | New Zealand Government

Communications and Information Technology Minister Amy Adams has today released a consultation document for the upcoming auction of the 700 MHz band of radio spectrum. More >>

Shock at Labour’s u-turn on Hawke’s Bay water storage

Wednesday, 15 May 2013, 5:15 pm | New Zealand Government

Minister for Primary Industries Nathan Guy says he is shocked at the Labour Party’s u-turn on supporting the Ruataniwha water storage scheme in Hawke’s Bay, despite previously indicating their support. More >>

Goodhew: Farmsafe Industry Leaders Forum

Wednesday, 15 May 2013, 5:14 pm | New Zealand Government

New Zealand is a world leader in agricultural and horticultural production. It’s important that we have support systems and safety standards that match our world leading reputation for quality primary sector production. More >>

Govt to minimise FATCA business costs

Wednesday, 15 May 2013, 5:13 pm | New Zealand Government

The Government is aware of financial institutions’ compliance concerns about the FATCA tax information exchange agreement being negotiated with the United States and is looking at options to help alleviate some of these concerns, Revenue Minister ... More >>