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Property tax changes increase fairness
Thursday, 20 May 2010, 2:19 pm | New Zealand Government
Changes to the tax treatment of investment property increase fairness and help rebalance the economy towards productive investment, Finance Minister Bill English and Revenue Minister Peter Dunne say. More >>
Tax cuts strengthen economy and help families
Thursday, 20 May 2010, 2:17 pm | New Zealand Government
Across the board tax cuts and a package of other tax changes will strengthen economic growth and help families get ahead here in New Zealand, Finance Minister Bill English and Revenue Minister Peter Dunne say. More >>
Budget builds on recovery, helps families
Thursday, 20 May 2010, 2:15 pm | New Zealand Government
Budget 2010 focuses squarely on faster growth, helps families get ahead and sets a credible path for getting back to surplus sooner, Finance Minister Bill English says. More >>
Funding confirmed for Productivity Commission
Thursday, 20 May 2010, 2:14 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government’s new Productivity Commission will boost New Zealand’s economic performance and provide a steady stream of independent policy advice, Regulatory Reform Minister Rodney Hide says. More >>
Budget 2010 – Building the Recovery
Thursday, 20 May 2010, 2:07 pm | New Zealand Government
Focuses on growth, helps Kiwi families get ahead; Biggest tax reform in 25 years; Sound financial management More >>
Minister praises Crimestoppers success
Thursday, 20 May 2010, 1:01 pm | New Zealand Government
Police Minister Judith Collins today praised the success of Crimestoppers - the 0800 telephone line and website where New Zealanders can provide anonymous information about crime. More >>
Minister honours Kiwis at Battle of Crete
Thursday, 20 May 2010, 12:19 pm | New Zealand Government
Veterans’ Affairs Minister Judith Collins today paid tribute to the Kiwi troops who fought at the battle of Crete, which began 69 years ago today. More >>
Parliamentary Breakfast Hosted by Tariana Turia
Thursday, 20 May 2010, 11:01 am | New Zealand Government
My ministerial colleagues, Commissioners, Ombudsmen, Chief Executives, senior managers; ministerial staff and of course our distinguished international guests, Professor Ron McCallum and Belinda Reeve. More >>
Courts and Criminal Matters Bill first reading
Thursday, 20 May 2010, 10:13 am | New Zealand Government
A bill to enhance the courts’ powers to collect fines, reparation payments, and civil debt passed its first reading in Parliament today. More >>
Bill for new Electoral Commission passed
Thursday, 20 May 2010, 9:51 am | New Zealand Government
A bill which provides first-class electoral services through a new Electoral Commission was passed unanimously by Parliament last night. More >>
Waste reduction schemes receive accreditation
Wednesday, 19 May 2010, 5:19 pm | New Zealand Government
Environment Minister Nick Smith today announced the Government’s accreditation of two new product stewardship schemes for recycling and reducing harm from used farm plastics and glass packaging. More >>
Changes to business training and development
Wednesday, 19 May 2010, 4:16 pm | New Zealand Government
Changes to government subsidised training and development services will give small businesses greater choices while providing more efficient use of government funding, Minister for Economic Development Gerry Brownlee announced today. More >>
ACT contradicts itself on ETS
Wednesday, 19 May 2010, 3:27 pm | New Zealand Government
ACT’s contradictory position on carbon credits for forestry undermines the credibility of its policy on the emissions trading scheme, Minister for Climate Change Issues Nick Smith says. More >>
Views sought on national convention centres
Wednesday, 19 May 2010, 3:17 pm | New Zealand Government
The government is seeking views from interested groups on the development of New Zealand’s conference and conventions industry, Minister for Economic Development Gerry Brownlee said today. This includes the potential to develop an international ... More >>
Third quarter results for DHB targets released
Wednesday, 19 May 2010, 1:59 pm | New Zealand Government
“For the first time New Zealand has hit the national health target for immunisation. Latest statistics show that 85% of two year olds are fully immunised, and this is three months sooner than scheduled," Health Minister Tony Ryall says More >>
Nominations open for PM’s Science Prizes
Wednesday, 19 May 2010, 10:30 am | New Zealand Government
Nominations are now open for the 2010 Prime Minister’s Science Prizes, worth a total of $1 million. More >>
Education Amendment Bill to become law
Tuesday, 18 May 2010, 5:30 pm | New Zealand Government
A wide-ranging education bill which passed its third and final reading today will improve student safety and allow schools to manage more efficiently, says Education Minister Anne Tolley. More >>
Rising confidence in security of Timor-Leste
Tuesday, 18 May 2010, 4:47 pm | New Zealand Government
The improved security environment in Timor-Leste means New Zealand can cut back the size of its military deployment there, Defence Minister Wayne Mapp said today. More >>
Court Staff congratulated on fines recovery
Tuesday, 18 May 2010, 4:41 pm | New Zealand Government
Minister for Courts Georgina te Heuheu today congratulated court staff who participated in a highly successful joint operation with the Police in Waitakere which saw over 10,000 vehicles stopped and thousands of dollars of fines recovered. More >>
Advertised jobs continue to increase
Tuesday, 18 May 2010, 1:53 pm | New Zealand Government
Figures just out show a continued increase in the number of jobs advertised on the internet, including a rise in skilled jobs advertised. More >>
