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Researchers succeed in EC science programme

Wednesday, 6 May 2009, 1:50 pm | New Zealand Government

The success of research proposals approved under a recent European Commission science programme highlights New Zealand’s international research standing, Minister of Research, Science and Technology Wayne Mapp said today. More >>

Questions For Oral Answer - 6 May 2009

Wednesday, 6 May 2009, 1:21 pm | New Zealand Government

1. CHRIS TREMAIN to the Minister of Finance: What measures will the Government consider in the Budget to ensure the long-term security of New Zealand Superannuation? 2. Hon PHIL GOFF to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all the statements he has made ... More >>

Trade talks with Hong Kong resume

Wednesday, 6 May 2009, 11:52 am | New Zealand Government

Trade Minister Tim Groser today welcomed the resumption of trade talks with Hong Kong which are taking place in Wellington this week, saying he was hopeful negotiators would be able to take positive steps forward. More >>

Road user charges review released

Wednesday, 6 May 2009, 11:43 am | New Zealand Government

Transport Minister Steven Joyce today released the report of the independent review of road user charges (RUC). The report was commissioned by the previous government in August 2008. More >>

Working holiday changes a positive move

Wednesday, 6 May 2009, 11:34 am | New Zealand Government

Working Holiday Scheme improvements taking effect in July will make New Zealand even more attractive for young people from overseas, says Immigration Minister Dr Jonathan Coleman. More >>

Big fisheries chase global eco-standard

Wednesday, 6 May 2009, 11:20 am | New Zealand Government

More fisheries carrying the Marine Stewardship Council’s “blue tick” eco-label will be further endorsement of New Zealand’s careful fisheries management, Minister of Fisheries Phil Heatley said today More >>

Opening of Seafood Industry Conference 2009

Wednesday, 6 May 2009, 9:58 am | New Zealand Government

Thank you for inviting me to open your conference. It’s great to be here. I’d like to acknowledge the Minister of Fisheries Phil Heatley. I’d also like to acknowledge Dave Sharp – the Chair of the Seafood Industry Council, as well as your board, ... More >>

Patents Bill updates intellectual property regime

Wednesday, 6 May 2009, 9:56 am | New Zealand Government

A bill that updates important aspects of New Zealand's intellectually property regime passed its first reading in Parliament last night and was sent to select committee. Attorney-General Christopher Finlayson, on behalf of Commerce Minister Simon Power, ... More >>

Speech: PM - Strategy for NZ Dairy Farming

Wednesday, 6 May 2009, 9:29 am | New Zealand Government

Thank you for the opportunity to launch your new Strategy for New Zealand Dairy Farming. Let me acknowledge all those who have gathered from around the country, industry leaders, regional councillors, representatives from DairyNZ, Federated Farmers and ... More >>

Pacific families to benefit from Tamaki project

Tuesday, 5 May 2009, 3:53 pm | New Zealand Government

Pacific families will be among the first to benefit from the National Government’s urban regeneration initiative – the Tamaki transformation project. Pacific Island Affairs Minister Georgina te Heuheu, a member of the Ministerial group with oversight ... More >>

Tamaki’s bright future starts now

Tuesday, 5 May 2009, 3:16 pm | New Zealand Government

A kick-start investment of $52 million is to be made in the Auckland suburb of Tamaki, marking the launch of one of the largest urban renewal projects undertaken in New Zealand. The project’s lead Minister, Housing Minister Phil Heatley, described ... More >>

New prison razor blade policy will save lives

Tuesday, 5 May 2009, 3:11 pm | New Zealand Government

Corrections Minister Judith Collins has welcomed a clampdown on razor blades in high security prison units, a move she says will improve safety and save lives “At least two prisoners have died from razor blade injuries and many more prisoners and corrections ... More >>

Turia: NZ Sign Language Week Opening Ceremony

Tuesday, 5 May 2009, 1:47 pm | New Zealand Government

The other day I watched the most beautiful DVD tribute to the late Emma Agnew. Friends and family of Emma, gathered on the beach at Sumner, to sign to the lyrics of ‘Faithful’ by Brooke Fraser. Their sounds of silence are powerful – haunting in their sadness, ... More >>

Govt will not proceed with vehicle marking regime

Tuesday, 5 May 2009, 11:57 am | New Zealand Government

The government has decided that it will not proceed with the Whole of Vehicle Marking (WOVM) scheme introduced by the previous government. Transport Minister Steven Joyce says the potential benefits of the scheme would be significantly outweighed by the ... More >>

$25m Whangarei Hospital rebuild approved

Tuesday, 5 May 2009, 10:21 am | New Zealand Government

Health Minister Tony Ryall has given approval to the Northland DHB to invest $25 million for stage one of the redevelopment of Whangarei Hospital. Mr Ryall says, "The DHB is proposing some significant improvement of services, particularly in the ... More >>

Habilitation units enhance public safety

Tuesday, 5 May 2009, 10:19 am | New Zealand Government

The Associate Minister of Corrections has outlined his proposals for a Maori Habilitation Unit tonight, in a speech to the AGM of the Howard League for Penal Reform in Christchurch. “My model is totally concerned with habilitation to avoid reoffending, and repatriation ... More >>

New Principal Environment Judge Named

Tuesday, 5 May 2009, 9:34 am | New Zealand Government

Judge Craig Thompson has been appointed Principal Environment Judge, Attorney-General Christopher Finlayson announced today. Judge Thompson has practised as a litigator in Blenheim and as a former Crown Counsel, and was appointed Deputy Solicitor-General ... More >>

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