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Economic recovery continues in Canterbury
Friday, 14 October 2011, 11:02 am | New Zealand Government
Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee has welcomed the latest release of official data showing Canterbury’s economy is making steady positive progress. More >>
Nearly 5500 more properties zoned green
Friday, 14 October 2011, 10:59 am | New Zealand Government
All Banks Peninsula, except for 20 properties in the Church Bay and eastern Diamond Harbour area, have been rezoned from white to green, Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee announced today. More >>
Trade Minister welcomes passage of US trade deals
Friday, 14 October 2011, 9:22 am | New Zealand Government
Trade Minister Tim Groser welcomed the passage in the United States Congress of the US's Free Trade Agreements with Panama, Colombia, and Korea. The deals were ratified overnight, with (strong) bipartisan support in the United States House of Representatives ... More >>
Mental Health Awareness Week time to mark progress
Thursday, 13 October 2011, 4:43 pm | New Zealand Government
Mental Health Awareness Week is a timely point at which to measure progress in New Zealand mental health services, says Associate Health Minister Dr Jonathan Coleman. ’’This week is Mental Health Awareness Week and the theme is to connect with ... More >>
PM saddened by passing of Christopher Doig
Thursday, 13 October 2011, 4:05 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister John Key today said the country had lost a remarkable New Zealander with the passing of Christopher Doig. “I am saddened to learn of the passing of Chris, who I was fortunate to get to know in recent years and to see just last week,” ... More >>
New rule strengthens safeguards for adventure aviation
Thursday, 13 October 2011, 2:51 pm | New Zealand Government
Transport Minister Steven Joyce has signed a rule aimed at improving safety in the commercial adventure aviation industry. “New Zealanders love their extreme sports, and we are a top adventure tourism destination. It is important that we have More >>
Adventure activities regulations finalised
Thursday, 13 October 2011, 2:50 pm | New Zealand Government
New regulations governing the commercial adventure tourism and outdoor education industries have been finalised and will take effect from November 1. Minister of Labour Kate Wilkinson says while the majority of organisations within the industries ... More >>
Crown and iwi to advance Whanganui River negotiations
Thursday, 13 October 2011, 2:41 pm | New Zealand Government
The Crown and Whanganui iwi have signed a Record of Understanding which will act as the foundation for negotiating a settlement of historical grievances associated with the Whanganui River, Treaty of Waitangi Negotiations Minister Christopher Finlayson ... More >>
Bill introduced to deter hard-core cartel behaviour
Thursday, 13 October 2011, 2:27 pm | New Zealand Government
A bill that introduces criminal sanctions to deter hard-core cartel behaviour was introduced to Parliament today by Commerce Minister Simon Power. “Cartels, by their nature, are secretive and often go undetected, causing substantial harm to businesses, ... More >>
Bill introduced to tighten rules around companies
Thursday, 13 October 2011, 2:26 pm | New Zealand Government
A bill that tightens rules around company directors and company registration was introduced to Parliament today by Commerce Minister Simon Power. “New Zealand has an international reputation as one of the best and most trusted places in the world ... More >>
Bill to establish full-time Disability Rights Commissioner
Thursday, 13 October 2011, 2:24 pm | New Zealand Government
A bill to establish a full-time Disability Rights Commissioner who will promote and protect the rights of disabled people was introduced to Parliament today by Justice Minister Simon Power. “Having a dedicated Disability Rights Commissioner at the ... More >>
Another bill to put victims of crime first
Thursday, 13 October 2011, 2:21 pm | New Zealand Government
A bill that re-directs to victims of crime all compensation paid to prisoners was introduced to Parliament today by Justice Minister Simon Power. The Prisoners’ and Victims’ Claims (Redirecting Prisoner Compensation) Amendment Bill provides ... More >>
Government backs prostate cancer inquiry findings
Thursday, 13 October 2011, 11:54 am | New Zealand Government
The Government supports Health Select Committee recommendations around the early detection and treatment of prostate cancer which rule out a national screening programme at this stage. More >>
More social workers to focus on children
Thursday, 13 October 2011, 11:40 am | New Zealand Government
Social Development Minister Paula Bennett is delighted to announce an increase in numbers of social workers both in schools and on the frontline. More >>
John Key: Key Notes
Thursday, 13 October 2011, 9:11 am | New Zealand Government
I've been to Tauranga again this afternoon and I want to give you an update on the situation there. More >>
Mokomoko Pardon one step closer, Bill introduced into house
Wednesday, 12 October 2011, 4:17 pm | New Zealand Government
“In another step towards restoring the character, mana and reputation of Mokomoko and his descendants and restoring the relationship between the Crown and Te whānau a Mokomoko, the Mokomoko (Restoration of Character, Mana and Reputation) Bill will ... More >>
ACC surplus enables large levy reductions
Wednesday, 12 October 2011, 3:23 pm | New Zealand Government
ACC levy reductions of more than half a billion dollars a year for workers and businesses have been approved with ACC declaring a healthy surplus for the last year of $3.5 billion. More >>
Price of cancer treatment assessed for the first time
Wednesday, 12 October 2011, 2:55 pm | New Zealand Government
More than half a billion dollars a year is spent by the public health service on diagnosing and treating cancer and this is set to increase more than 20 per cent by 2021. More >>
Bowel screening pilot begins in Waitemata
Wednesday, 12 October 2011, 2:53 pm | New Zealand Government
The four year bowel screening pilot has been launched by National MP, Dr Jackie Blue on behalf of Health Minister Tony Ryall at Waitemata DHB in Auckland today. The $24 million pilot will provide vital information which will help determine whether ... More >>
New Auckland waterfront home for high-tech stars
Wednesday, 12 October 2011, 2:49 pm | New Zealand Government
A world-class facility in Auckland that will house business incubators, research and development institutions, and business development providers, was announced today by Science and Innovation Minister Wayne Mapp and Auckland Mayor Len Brown. More >>
