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Minimum wage to increase
Tuesday, 26 February 2013, 12:06 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Simon Bridges Minister of Labour 26 February 2013 Media Statement Minimum wage to increase More >>
Govt must step up monitoring of Antarctic’s Southern Ocean
Tuesday, 26 February 2013, 12:02 pm | New Zealand Government
26 February 2013 Govt must step up monitoring of Antarctic’s Southern Ocean The Government should step up its efforts to monitor illegal fishing in Antarctica’s Southern Ocean rather than pull them back, Green Party fishing spokesperson Steffan ... More >>
New housing design advisory service for Canterbury
Tuesday, 26 February 2013, 12:00 pm | New Zealand Government
Senior Citizens Minister Jo Goodhew and Disability Issues Minister Tariana Turia are pleased to announce the funding of a new advisory service available to Canterbury people planning to re-build or renovate their earthquake damaged homes. More >>
Improved access to advice for credit union members
Tuesday, 26 February 2013, 10:57 am | New Zealand Government
Hon Craig Foss Minister of Commerce 26 February 2013 Media Statement Improved access to advice for credit union members Commerce Minister Craig Foss today announced the re-categorisation of low-risk credit union savings products, in a move to cut regulation ... More >>
One week until census day
Tuesday, 26 February 2013, 10:16 am | New Zealand Government
Hon Maurice Williamson Minister of Statistics 26 February 2013 Media Statement One week until census day Minister of Statistics Maurice Williamson says Statistics New Zealand is on track with the delivery of millions of internet access codes and paper ... More >>
Defence Force capability in an era of tightening budgets
Tuesday, 26 February 2013, 9:51 am | New Zealand Government
I wish to talk about how New Zealand is managing the effect on its defence force of the most challenging economic conditions seen in generations. More >>
Public Consultation On Enduring Powers Of Attorney
Tuesday, 26 February 2013, 9:47 am | New Zealand Government
Public feedback is being sought as part of a review of the 2007 amendments to enduring powers of attorney provisions, Senior Citizens Minister Jo Goodhew announced today. More >>
"A Results Approach to Delivering Better Public Service"
Tuesday, 26 February 2013, 9:42 am | New Zealand Government
Good evening, welcome to New Zealand House – it’s a pleasure to be here with you in London. More >>
Minister Welcomes Report On Starting-Out Wage
Tuesday, 26 February 2013, 8:57 am | New Zealand Government
Hon Simon Bridges Minister of Labour 26 February 2013 Media Statement Minister Welcomes Report On Starting-Out Wage More >>
NZ Supports UK Initiative Against Sexual Violence
Tuesday, 26 February 2013, 8:55 am | New Zealand Government
NZ Supports UK Initiative Against Sexual Violence Justice Minister Judith Collins has announced New Zealand will support a UK-led initiative to prevent sexual violence in armed conflict and post-conflict situations. “Sexual violence is an abhorrent ... More >>
PM to strengthen trade ties with Latin America
Monday, 25 February 2013, 4:16 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister John Key will lead a trade delegation to Mexico, Colombia, Chile and Brazil next week as part of the Government’s increased focus on strengthening bilateral relations, and capitalising on trade opportunities, with the Latin America nations. More >>
New appointment to Arts Board of Creative New Zealand
Monday, 25 February 2013, 2:33 pm | New Zealand Government
Associate Professor Hon Luamanuvao Winnie Laban QSO has been appointed a member of the Arts Board of Creative New Zealand, Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage Christopher Finlayson announced today. More >>
PM pays tribute to Ralph Hotere, Order of NZ
Sunday, 24 February 2013, 8:28 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister John Key today paid tribute to Ralph Hotere, one of New Zealand’s most important artists, who has passed away aged 81. More >>
Fiordland projects to be determined by Minister
Sunday, 24 February 2013, 2:04 pm | New Zealand Government
Proposals for the Milford Dart Tunnel and the Fiordland Link Experience of a catamaran, all-terrain vehicle track and monorail through the Snowdon Forest are to be determined by Conservation Minister Dr Nick Smith. More >>
UFB and RBI continues good progress
Sunday, 24 February 2013, 12:07 pm | New Zealand Government
Deployment of the Government’s ultra-fast broadband and rural broadband programmes continue to make good progress, Communications and Information Technology Minister Amy Adams says. More >>
Rare birds get back on track
Sunday, 24 February 2013, 11:40 am | New Zealand Government
The $1m partnership between DOC and Air NZ to bring some of our most threatened birds back to our acclaimed Great Walks track network is a fantastic example of what can be achieved when business gets involved in conservation. More >>
Statement: Nato-Isaf Defence Ministers’ Meeting
Saturday, 23 February 2013, 12:53 pm | New Zealand Government
This morning I am pleased to be able to confirm New Zealand’s continuing support for Afghanistan and the International Security Assistance Force. More >>
Irrigation Company Establishment Board Announced
Friday, 22 February 2013, 3:08 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Nathan Guy Minister for Primary Industries 22 February 2013 Media Statement Irrigation Company Establishment Board Announced Minister for Primary Industries Nathan Guy has announced that experienced director Alison Paterson will oversee the ... More >>
Better care for Bay of Plenty cancer patients
Friday, 22 February 2013, 12:59 pm | New Zealand Government
Health Minister Tony Ryall today met the two new dedicated cancer nurses who will be supporting Bay of Plenty cancer patients and their families. “Carolyn Gent and Lorraine Hammersley, who start their new role at Bay of Plenty District Health Board ... More >>
Sexual violence sector deserves leadership
Friday, 22 February 2013, 12:57 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Paula Bennett Minister for Social Development Associate Minister of Housing 22 February 2013 Media Statement Sexual violence sector deserves leadership Social Development Minister Paula Bennett has taken Ministerial leadership of the sexual ... More >>
