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International education continues to grow

Wednesday, 10 November 2010, 1:01 pm | New Zealand Government

The number of international students enrolled to study in New Zealand is continuing to increase, says Tertiary Education Minister Steven Joyce. More >>

Govt awards 10 international doctoral scholarships

Wednesday, 10 November 2010, 12:57 pm | New Zealand Government

Tertiary Education Minister Steven Joyce has today announced the awarding of scholarships to 10 top international scholars who will study at New Zealand universities next year. More >>

Trans-Tasman time release study

Wednesday, 10 November 2010, 12:10 pm | New Zealand Government

Customs Minister announces trans-Tasman time release study Customs Minister Maurice Williamson, and Brendan O’Connor, Australia’s Minister for Home Affairs, are pleased to announce the release of the first trans-Tasman time release study (TRS) ... More >>

Govt requires metering to improve water management

Wednesday, 10 November 2010, 10:23 am | New Zealand Government

New regulations that take effect today requiring significant water takes to be metered are essential for New Zealand to better manage freshwater, Environment Minister Nick Smith says. More >>

Groser visits Washington for Major Economies Forum

Wednesday, 10 November 2010, 9:58 am | New Zealand Government

Tim Groser, Minister Responsible for International Climate Change Negotiations, is to visit Washington following the conclusion of this week's APEC meetings in Japan to attend a meeting of the Major Economies Forum (MEF) as a special guest. More >>

$1.1 million for cluster bomb clearance in Laos

Wednesday, 10 November 2010, 9:55 am | New Zealand Government

New Zealand will provide $1.1 million to the Government of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic to help clear unexploded cluster munitions left in the north-east of the country, Disarmament and Arms Control Minister, Georgina te Heuheu, announced today. More >>

Ministers welcome positive report

Wednesday, 10 November 2010, 9:51 am | New Zealand Government

Internal Affairs Minister Nathan Guy and Minister of Community and Voluntary Sector Tariana Turia have welcomed the Auditor-General's report on lottery and community grants, tabled today in Parliament. More >>

Supreme Court wins international award

Wednesday, 10 November 2010, 9:47 am | New Zealand Government

The structural engineering of the Supreme Court building project won a significant international engineering award at the weekend, much to the delight of the Minister for Courts, Georgina te Heuheu. More >>

Hide: Disabled Persons Assembly Conference

Tuesday, 9 November 2010, 5:22 pm | New Zealand Government

The Disabled Persons Assembly (DPA) is a strong and respected advocate for people with disabilities and their families. More >>

Key: ‘P' Plan update

Tuesday, 9 November 2010, 5:17 pm | New Zealand Government

Good afternoon. Today I want to talk to you about the second Indicators and Progress report on the Government's plan to fight P, which comes one year after the plan was launched. More >>

Christchurch Police tune out criminals

Tuesday, 9 November 2010, 3:37 pm | New Zealand Government

Christchurch criminals will no longer be able to snoop on Police communications and track their movements thanks to a new digital radio network, Police Minister Judith Collins said. More >>

Extra Features Enhance Award-Winning Grand Vitara

Tuesday, 9 November 2010, 3:30 pm | New Zealand Government

Added enhancements have made the latest versions of the versatile Suzuki Grand Vitara an even greater force in the four wheel drive market. More >>

Benefit numbers down slightly as more find work

Tuesday, 9 November 2010, 2:36 pm | New Zealand Government

The number of New Zealanders on benefits fell in October says Acting Social Development Minister Judith Collins. More >>

Ministerial Statement on Kiwifruit Vine Bacteria

Tuesday, 9 November 2010, 2:31 pm | New Zealand Government

Mr Speaker, I wish to make a ministerial statement under Standing Order 347 to inform the House of a matter of significant public importance, in relation to the detection of the kiwifruit vine disease Psa in a Bay of Plenty orchard. More >>

Aquaculture Amendment Bill introduced

Tuesday, 9 November 2010, 12:28 pm | New Zealand Government

Aquaculture Amendment Bill introduced The Aquaculture Legislation Amendment Bill (No 3), introduced into Parliament today, will amend the legislative and regulatory framework that has stalled the growth of aquaculture in recent years. Streamlined ... More >>