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Beware of Maori passport scam, says Minister
Thursday, 18 June 2009, 9:37 am | New Zealand Government
The Minister of Maori Affairs, Dr Pita Sharples, is warning the public to beware of fraudsters offering cheap passports in the name of the Maori Party. “I have just been advised that meetings have been called, targeting Pacifc Island communities, ... More >>
Speech: Wilkinson - Address to ILO on Jobs Crisis
Thursday, 18 June 2009, 9:30 am | New Zealand Government
Mr President, fellow delegates. I am pleased to represent New Zealand at this important event, and I congratulate the ILO and the Director-General for their work in enabling this Summit to take place. I’ve been impressed by the way in which all parties ... More >>
On changes to Auckland Governance
Wednesday, 17 June 2009, 5:18 pm | New Zealand Government
The dedicated Auckland Governance Legislation Select Committee has now set a preliminary timetable for hearing submissions. More >>
Electric vehicles to be RUC exempt
Wednesday, 17 June 2009, 2:47 pm | New Zealand Government
Transport Minister Steven Joyce announced today that the government will exempt light electric vehicles from paying road user charges (RUC) for four years, as a first step towards encouraging their uptake. At present light electric vehicles (weighing ... More >>
Collins buckles on Super City tea and scone clubs
Wednesday, 17 June 2009, 1:54 pm | New Zealand Government
Senior Auckland Cabinet Minister Judith Collins has conceded the Government’s proposed local boards for Auckland will be nothing more than “tea and scone clubs”, say Labour MPs George Hawkins and Phil Twyford. More >>
Economic analysis supports modified ETS
Wednesday, 17 June 2009, 12:41 pm | New Zealand Government
A joint report by economic consultants NZIER and Infometrics concludes that a modified emissions trading scheme is the best way forward for New Zealand on climate change policy. More >>
Downturn in power use
Wednesday, 17 June 2009, 12:39 pm | New Zealand Government
A sizeable downturn in electricity consumption has been revealed in the latest energy statistics released by the Energy and Resources Minister Gerry Brownlee. The latest data from the New Zealand Energy Quarterly for the March quarter shows total electricity ... More >>
Sharples: Victoria University Matariki Dinner
Wednesday, 17 June 2009, 12:38 pm | New Zealand Government
The magic of Matariki compelled me to accept this invitation to this glittering occasion in which we consider the stars of today and tomorrow, the Maori graduates, the Maori researchers, the Maori academics, the Maori tutors, the Maori lecturers, the Maori ... More >>
Open universities to Maori - Sharples
Wednesday, 17 June 2009, 12:36 pm | New Zealand Government
Maori Affairs and Associate Education Minister Dr Pita Sharples called for universities to consider open entry for Maori students. More >>
Groser to attend Pacific Trade Ministers’ meeting
Wednesday, 17 June 2009, 10:54 am | New Zealand Government
Trade Minister Tim Groser will attend the annual Pacific Islands Forum’s Trade Ministers meeting in Apia, Samoa from 17-18 June. “This meeting is an excellent opportunity to build on the momentum for pursuing the regional trade agreement known ... More >>
Change to Telecom’s operation separation
Wednesday, 17 June 2009, 10:21 am | New Zealand Government
Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce has approved a variation to Telecom’s operational separation undertakings, which came into force in March 2008. He says the variation was sought by Telecom in March of this year to facilitate ... More >>
McCully urges restraint as Iranians protest poll
Tuesday, 16 June 2009, 4:46 pm | New Zealand Government
Foreign Minister Murray McCully today urged Iranian authorities to show restraint as post-election protests escalate in the capital, Tehran. “The New Zealand government is concerned at the reports coming out of Iran of mounting violence, and calls on ... More >>
Speech: Sharples - Te Awe Maori Business Network
Tuesday, 16 June 2009, 12:05 pm | New Zealand Government
During my opening address to the Māori Economic Workshop in January I talked about the challenges and opportunities associated with the current economic climate and uncertainty for Māori and the need to be bold in our drive towards Māori self-determination ... More >>
New National Whips elected
Tuesday, 16 June 2009, 11:44 am | New Zealand Government
The National Party Caucus today elected new Whips following the appointment of Nathan Guy as a Minister. Prime Minister John Key announced that Junior Whip Chris Tremain would replace Mr Guy as Senior Whip, and Rangitata MP Jo Goodhew will become Junior ... More >>
Hon. John Hansen appointed to gas Rulings Panel
Tuesday, 16 June 2009, 9:23 am | New Zealand Government
Associate Energy and Resources Minister Pansy Wong today announces the appointment of Hon. Justice John Hansen to the gas Rulings Panel. Justice Hansen has been appointed for a five year term on the panel, which governs the gas sector – including approving ... More >>
Rodney Hide - Speech To Rotary Club Of Pakuranga
Tuesday, 16 June 2009, 9:21 am | New Zealand Government
Hon Rodney Hide - Minister of Local Government; Minister for Regulatory Reform; Associate Minister of Commerce. More >>
Ryall: NZMA GP Conference
Monday, 15 June 2009, 5:24 pm | New Zealand Government
Thank you for the invitation to participate in your medico-political session this morning, and to speak to you. More >>
Spanish King and Queen to visit NZ
Monday, 15 June 2009, 3:47 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister John Key announced today that Their Majesties King Juan Carlos I and Queen Sofia of Spain will visit New Zealand from 20 to 24 June. More >>
$20 million helps secure Queens Wharf permanently
Monday, 15 June 2009, 3:46 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister John Key has announced that Auckland’s Queens Wharf has been secured as a public site permanently. “Last week I announced that the Government had secured Queens Wharf as ‘party central’ for the duration of the Rugby World Cup – a ... More >>
Nathan Guy appointed a Minister
Monday, 15 June 2009, 3:45 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister John Key today announced that Nathan Guy is to be appointed a Minister outside Cabinet. Mr Guy, the current Senior Whip and MP for Otaki, replaces Dr Richard Worth. More >>
