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Government moves on challenges highlighted by OECD
Thursday, 16 April 2009, 5:17 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government is addressing a number of policy challenges highlighted in the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development’s annual economic survey of New Zealand, Finance Minister Bill English said today. More >>
Turia announces 2009 fellows
Thursday, 16 April 2009, 4:42 pm | New Zealand Government
Tariana Turia today announced the recipients of this year’s Winston Churchill Memorial Trust fellowships. More >>
Minister to launch 2009 Poppy Day Appeal
Thursday, 16 April 2009, 4:41 pm | New Zealand Government
Veterans’ Affairs Minister Hon Judith Collins will launch the 2009 Poppy Day Appeal next week and announce a new ANZAC initiative by the Royal New Zealand Returned and Service’s Association. More >>
Williamson: Registered Master Builders AGM
Thursday, 16 April 2009, 4:39 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Maurice Williamson Minister for Building and Construction 16 April 2009 Address to Registered Master Builders Federation AGM Blenheim More >>
Fresh questions about Richard Worth’s behaviour
Thursday, 16 April 2009, 4:34 pm | New Zealand Government
Internal Affairs Minister Richard Worth needs to answer questions about his visit to the family of a taxi driver who was allegedly assaulted, Labour Party spokesperson Pete Hodgson says. More >>
NZ joins international climate change initiative
Thursday, 16 April 2009, 3:41 pm | New Zealand Government
Energy and Resources Minister Gerry Brownlee today announced the New Zealand government is becoming a founding member of the Global Carbon Capture and Storage Institute (GCCSI). This Australian initiative aims to accelerate the commercial deployment ... More >>
Appointment of Deputy H&DC - Disability
Thursday, 16 April 2009, 2:12 pm | New Zealand Government
Health Minister Tony Ryall has announced the appointment of Tania Thomas, as Deputy Health and Disability Commissioner - Disability. Mr Ryall says, "Ms Thomas has already completed 5 years as deputy commissioner, responsible for education and corporate ... More >>
Green light for environmental footprinting centre
Thursday, 16 April 2009, 11:14 am | New Zealand Government
Agriculture and Forestry Minister David Carter today announced New Zealand's first professorship in the carbon footprint and environmental impact of New Zealand’s primary industries. “This is a significant step in New Zealand’s bid to lead ... More >>
Securities Regulation changes out for consultation
Thursday, 16 April 2009, 11:05 am | New Zealand Government
A discussion document proposing changes aiming to reduce compliance costs, improve flexibility for issuers and disclosure to investors has been released, Commerce Minister Simon Power said today. The document has been released in response to recommendations ... More >>
Speech: Key - NZ/China, our shared economic future
Thursday, 16 April 2009, 9:45 am | New Zealand Government
President Zhou, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you for the opportunity to speak to you today at Peking University. I am delighted to be addressing a group of young people who represent the great achievements of today’s China, and who ... More >>
Labour committed to failed corrections policies
Thursday, 16 April 2009, 9:35 am | New Zealand Government
It is no surprise that Labour opposes corrections strategies that might actually work, given their nine years of failure to reduce reoffending or imprisonment, says Dr Pita Sharples, Associate Minister of Corrections. More >>
Turia gets behind effort to help tamariki breathe
Wednesday, 15 April 2009, 3:45 pm | New Zealand Government
A new programme to help Maori children who suffer from asthma has been commended by Tariana Turia – the minister responsible for Maori health. “Being able to breathe properly should be every child’s right but for far too many tamariki Maori ... More >>
Deputy Judge Advocate General appointed
Wednesday, 15 April 2009, 3:01 pm | New Zealand Government
Attorney-General Christopher Finlayson announced today the appointment of Brian Keith Cunningham as Deputy Judge Advocate General of the Armed Forces. More >>
Trans-Tasman legal systems discussed in Canberra
Wednesday, 15 April 2009, 2:57 pm | New Zealand Government
Justice Minister Simon Power will attend the Standing Committee of Attorneys-General in Canberra this week. More >>
Speech: Turia - Launch of Space to Breathe
Wednesday, 15 April 2009, 1:26 pm | New Zealand Government
It is a very special pleasure to be here today to launch this pilot programme – The Space to Breathe – He Tapu Te Ha. This concept – he tapu te ha – will evoke many feelings for all of us – recalling the awe of life, the wonder of the first ... More >>
Government cautious over NZ’s Kyoto surplus
Wednesday, 15 April 2009, 10:52 am | New Zealand Government
New Zealand is now expected to exceed its Kyoto target by 9.6 million tonnes – a surplus worth an estimated $241 million, Climate Change Minister Nick Smith announced today. More >>
Entire drug ring liable for damage to state home
Wednesday, 15 April 2009, 9:35 am | New Zealand Government
Housing Minister Phil Heatley is delighted by news Housing New Zealand Corporation has won a test case seeking more than $180,000 in damages from a drug ring which manufactured methamphetamine in a Napier state house. More >>
Turia to carefully consider family violence report
Tuesday, 14 April 2009, 5:13 pm | New Zealand Government
The latest report on family violence will be carefully considered by Tariana Turia who is responsible for the Government’s response to addressing and reducing the impacts of family violence. "Taking action to prevent domestic violence is of the ... More >>
More Mates for South Auckland pupils
Tuesday, 14 April 2009, 4:59 pm | New Zealand Government
South Auckland intermediate pupils in 12 low-decile schools will benefit from one-on-one mentoring with university students thanks to a $120,000 grant. Youth Affairs Ministers Paula Bennett said today the Great Potentials Foundation would get the grant for ... More >>
Roy: Operation ARIKI Main Body Departure
Tuesday, 14 April 2009, 1:17 pm | New Zealand Government
Soldiers To Serve In Afghanistan; Families Serve At Home Hon Heather Roy, Associate Minister Of Defence Tuesday April 14 2009 Speech to Operation ARIKI Main Body Departure; Burnham Military Camp, Christchurch; Tuesday, April 14 2009. More >>
