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Introduction of the Border Processing Bill
Friday, 16 October 2009, 9:58 am | New Zealand Government
An omnibus Bill that amends the Customs and Excise Act 1996, the Tariff Act 1988 and makes consequential amendments to the Goods and Services Tax Act 1985, the Finance Act 1993 (No 2), and the Finance Act 1995 (No 2) had its first reading in Parliament ... More >>
McCully welcomes French response to tsunami
Friday, 16 October 2009, 9:57 am | New Zealand Government
Foreign Minister Murray McCully has welcomed the significant French contribution to the response to the Tongan tsunami tragedy. More >>
DOC partners with business for conservation gains
Friday, 16 October 2009, 9:51 am | New Zealand Government
Conservation Minister Tim Groser today announced the Department of Conservation (DOC) is launching a series of pilot projects designed to help improve the way it works with business to deliver conservation gains. More >>
Speech: Ryall - The Government’s Health Agenda
Thursday, 15 October 2009, 5:30 pm | New Zealand Government
Thank you for inviting me to speak as part of the Dean's Winter Lecture Series. This series provides a great opportunity for AUT staff and students to build connections with the wider worlds of health, community services, government and business and ... More >>
Organised crime threatens NZ way of life
Thursday, 15 October 2009, 5:00 pm | New Zealand Government
Police Minister Judith Collins today declared war on organised crime, describing it as one of the biggest threats to the New Zealand way of life. Speaking to the New Zealand Police Association Annual Conference in Wellington, Ms Collins said organised ... More >>
Speech: Collins - Fight against organised crime
Thursday, 15 October 2009, 4:58 pm | New Zealand Government
Good afternoon and thank you for inviting me to join you today. It is indeed a privilege to be addressing a group of men and women who are dedicated to promoting the security of New Zealanders, their families and their communities. I would like to take this ... More >>
Home insulation scheme continues to grow
Thursday, 15 October 2009, 4:17 pm | New Zealand Government
September was a record month for homes being retrofitted with insulation and clean heating under the Warm Up New Zealand: Heat Smart programme. Figures for September show that almost 6000 homes were retrofitted with insulation and clean heating, giving ... More >>
Vietnam Gallantry Recognised
Thursday, 15 October 2009, 3:50 pm | New Zealand Government
Associate Minister of Defence Heather Roy today announced that approval has been given for New Zealand veterans to receive and wear 15 gallantry medals awarded by the US and the Republic of Vietnam during the Vietnam War. More >>
Debate on motor cycle accident costs needed
Thursday, 15 October 2009, 3:19 pm | New Zealand Government
“New Zealand needs to have a considered debate about the escalating costs of motor cycle accidents, and who should pay”, ACC Minister Dr Nick Smith said in response to proposals by ACC’s board of steep ACC levy increases. More >>
Graduates urged to build strong community ties
Thursday, 15 October 2009, 2:53 pm | New Zealand Government
Police Minister Judith Collins today urged police graduates to build strong relationships with the communities they serve, and create a society where crime is not accepted. Speaking at the graduation of Wing 259 at the Royal New Zealand Police College at ... More >>
Speech: Sharples - He Huia Kaimanawa
Thursday, 15 October 2009, 2:16 pm | New Zealand Government
E aku rangatira, he hōnore nui te haere mai ki tēnei Whakakitenga Reo Māori tuatahi hei waha kōrero mō te Minita mō ngā Take Māori. Kua tākoha mai a Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Māori i te ingoa nei o He Huia Kaimanawa mō tā tātau hui nei. Ko tōna ... More >>
Botany - Pansy Speak
Thursday, 15 October 2009, 2:09 pm | New Zealand Government
The death of Aisling Symes has affected families throughout New Zealand, including many from within our patch - with parents now hugging their children a little bit tighter. More >>
AgResearch to host greenhouse gas research centre
Thursday, 15 October 2009, 12:17 pm | New Zealand Government
Agriculture Minister David Carter today announced the appointment of AgResearch, in collaboration with eight other New Zealand research organisations, as host provider for the new Centre for Agricultural Greenhouse Gas Research. The partners are the ... More >>
Terms released for adventure tourism review
Thursday, 15 October 2009, 12:16 pm | New Zealand Government
Labour Minister Kate Wilkinson today announced the terms of reference for a nation-wide review of the adventure tourism sector. The review of one of the cornerstones of New Zealand’s tourism industry will be led by the Department of Labour, and comes ... More >>
Five new trades academies with more to come
Thursday, 15 October 2009, 11:45 am | New Zealand Government
Education Minister, Anne Tolley, has announced the five successful applicants selected to open trades academies in 2011. “Every student should have an education system which works for them and which meets their needs, and trades academies will help ... More >>
Sharples optimistic about broadcasting progress
Thursday, 15 October 2009, 10:48 am | New Zealand Government
Maori Affairs Minister Dr Pita Sharples says the arrangements outlined by the Prime Minister and himself should ensure great TV coverage of the Rugby World Cup, and he hopes broadcasters and the IRB can reach agreement on the practical details of ... More >>
Speech: 25 Year Anniversary of the Marsden Club
Thursday, 15 October 2009, 10:41 am | New Zealand Government
I want to thank the Chairperson, Douglas Langford, for honouring me with the opportunity to speak to you tonight; and also to Douglas Webb who has been keeping the evening flowing as the Master of Ceremonies. More >>
Speech: Dunne - NZ Self-Medication Industry
Thursday, 15 October 2009, 10:09 am | New Zealand Government
Thank you for inviting me here today to speak about the importance of self-care and personal responsibility in the New Zealand Health Care reform agenda. First, let me start by saying that I am delighted to see such a large turnout for your conference. ... More >>
DNA sampling Bill has second reading
Thursday, 15 October 2009, 9:57 am | New Zealand Government
A Bill to help Police solve more crime by expanding the collection and use of DNA samples passed its second reading in Parliament last night. The Criminal Investigations (Bodily Samples) Amendment Bill allows police to collect DNA from people they 'intend ... More >>
Bill to put crime victims first has second reading
Thursday, 15 October 2009, 9:50 am | New Zealand Government
A Bill to help address the financial and emotional costs that fall on victims of crime passed its second reading in Parliament last night. More >>
