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Agriculture Minister praises farmer volunteers
Sunday, 27 February 2011, 5:52 pm | New Zealand Government
The arrival of hundreds of farmers over the weekend to help in Christchurch is a huge boost to the earthquake cleanup, says Agriculture Minister David Carter. More >>
PM launches Christchurch Earthquake Appeal
Sunday, 27 February 2011, 4:15 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister John Key today launched the Christchurch Earthquake Appeal, a global fundraiser for the recovery effort in the city and the Canterbury region. “It’s vital we reach as many people throughout the world as possible who want to help. ... More >>
Rent suspended for HNZC tenants affected by earthquake
Sunday, 27 February 2011, 4:03 pm | New Zealand Government
Housing New Zealand is to suspend the rent for about 2500 of its tenants living in those areas of Christchurch most affected by the Christchurch earthquake, Housing Minister Phil Heatley announced today. More >>
Support for Canterbury schools and students
Sunday, 27 February 2011, 4:00 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Anne Tolley Minister of Education 27 February 2011 Media Statement Support for Canterbury schools and students Education Minister Anne Tolley says schools and ECE services in Christchurch City remain closed until further notice, as the extent of ... More >>
Support continues for all Cantabrians
Sunday, 27 February 2011, 1:35 pm | New Zealand Government
More than two million dollars in Emergency Payments have now been made to Cantabrians affected by the earthquake, says Social Development Minister Paula Bennett. More >>
Government approves special Christchurch Lotto draw
Saturday, 26 February 2011, 8:46 pm | New Zealand Government
Half of all Lotto sales for this coming week will be donated to help with Christchurch earthquake relief efforts, Internal Affairs Minister Nathan Guy and the New Zealand Lotteries Commission have announced tonight. More >>
NZ asked to observe silence for Canterbury
Saturday, 26 February 2011, 8:27 pm | New Zealand Government
NZ asked to observe silence for Canterbury Prime Minister John Key has asked that all of New Zealand observes two minutes’ silence for the victims of Canterbury’s devastating 6.3 magnitude earthquake. “This may be New Zealand’s single most ... More >>
Speech; Turia - Refugee Youth Action Network (RYAN)
Saturday, 26 February 2011, 1:45 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Tariana Turia Associate Minister for Social Development and Employment Thursday 24 February 2011; 4.30pm Speech notes for the launch of the Refugee Youth Action Network (RYAN); Mt Roskill, Auckland Delivered by Ann Dysart on behalf of the Minister ... More >>
Support for Cantabrians in difficult circumstances
Saturday, 26 February 2011, 12:50 pm | New Zealand Government
Emergency Payments to Cantabrians affected by the earthquake have topped one million dollars says Social Development Minister Paula Bennett. More >>
Canterbury loading up with relief supplies
Saturday, 26 February 2011, 11:16 am | New Zealand Government
The Navy multi-role vessel HMNZS Canterbury will sail to Wellington from Lyttelton tomorrow to load up with disaster relief supplies for its namesake province. More >>
Firefighters doing great job with international support
Friday, 25 February 2011, 10:49 pm | New Zealand Government
Firefighters doing great job with international support The Minister Responsible for the New Zealand Fire Service, Nathan Guy, has been on the ground visiting firefighters in Christchurch today to observe recovery efforts. More >>
Help available to ethnic communities in Christchurch
Friday, 25 February 2011, 4:32 pm | New Zealand Government
Ethnic Affairs Minister Hekia Parata says the Government is doing all it can to support ethnic communities affected by the Christchurch earthquake. “The Office of Ethnic Affairs is contacting ethnic organisations in Christchurch to let them know about ... More >>
Health volunteers database set up for Canterbury
Friday, 25 February 2011, 3:19 pm | New Zealand Government
Health professionals volunteering to help in Christchurch are being are being encouraged to register through their District Health Board or through the National Health Co-ordination Centre (NHCC). Health Minister Tony Ryall says, "The Ministry of Health is co-ordinating ... More >>
Dunne: IRD will take flexible approach to quake victims
Friday, 25 February 2011, 3:05 pm | New Zealand Government
Inland Revenue will take account of the impact of this week’s huge Christchurch earthquake when dealing with the tax matters of individuals and businesses affected, Revenue Minister Peter Dunne said today. “Right now it is all about the human tragedy, ... More >>
Paula Bennett - More help available in Christchurch
Friday, 25 February 2011, 1:53 pm | New Zealand Government
As at 10am, 4,000 people affected by the Christchurch earthquake have received financial assistance says Social Development Minister Paula Bennett. More >>
Peseta Sam Lotu-Iiga MP - Attends funeral of Private Mila
Friday, 25 February 2011, 1:46 pm | New Zealand Government
Maungakiekie MP, Peseta Sam Lotu-Iiga was honoured to attend the funeral today of Private Kirifi Mila who was tragically killed in the service of his country last week. “Private Mila was a much loved son, brother, and friend. I extend my sincere ... More >>
Dunne reminds Kiwis of tax credits for quake donations
Friday, 25 February 2011, 11:58 am | New Zealand Government
Revenue Minister Peter Dunne today reminded New Zealanders that all Christchurch earthquake cash donations over $5 by individuals through approved donee organisations can gain a tax credit, and will be tax deductible when made by companies. “This ... More >>
McCully - Update on International Quake Assistance Received
Friday, 25 February 2011, 11:54 am | New Zealand Government
Minister of Foreign Affairs Murray McCully today welcomed specialist personnel from China who arrived in New Zealand this morning to strengthen the rescue and recovery operation following the devastating earthquake. "We are very grateful for the contribution ... More >>
Dunne: media reporting of suicides meeting to be rescheduled
Friday, 25 February 2011, 10:45 am | New Zealand Government
A meeting of media, mental health professional and researchers on media reporting of suicides planned for this Monday will be rescheduled because of the Christchurch earthquake, Associate Minister of Health Peter Dunne announced today. The roundtable ... More >>
Decision on 2011 Census
Friday, 25 February 2011, 10:03 am | New Zealand Government
Statistics Minister Maurice Williamson and Government Statistician Geoff Bascand today announced the 8 March 2011 Census will not be held. Mr Williamson said Mr Bascand had advised him the census could not be successfully completed because of the recent ... More >>
