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Bill updates standards, conformance infrastructure
Wednesday, 10 September 2008, 3:47 pm | New Zealand Government
Commerce Minister Lianne Dalziel today introduced a Bill making changes that will help cement New Zealand's reputation for a high quality, trustworthy standards and conformance infrastructure. More >>
Bill lets Commerce Commn cooperate internationally
Wednesday, 10 September 2008, 3:44 pm | New Zealand Government
A Bill enabling greater cooperation between the Commerce Commission, its Australian counterpart, and other overseas regulators was introduced into Parliament today by Commerce Minister Lianne Dalziel. More >>
World Suicide Prevention Day role for the media
Wednesday, 10 September 2008, 3:44 pm | New Zealand Government
Everyone can play a part in suicide prevention - including the media, Associate Minister of Health Jim Anderton said today. More >>
Bill ensures trade safeguards meet WTO rules
Wednesday, 10 September 2008, 3:40 pm | New Zealand Government
Commerce Minister Lianne Dalziel today introduced a Bill that will ensure temporary protections for New Zealand industry applied to imported goods at the border are in line with international trade rules. More >>
Tizard launches NZ Dance Industry Strategy
Wednesday, 10 September 2008, 3:37 pm | New Zealand Government
Associate Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Judith Tizard launched the Dance Industry Strategy, in association with DANZ (Dance Aotearoa New Zealand), in Parliament's Grand Hall tonight. More >>
Enrolled nurses reinstated
Wednesday, 10 September 2008, 3:18 pm | New Zealand Government
Minister of Health David Cunliffe announced today that Government has acted to reinstate the scopes of practice and qualification of “enrolled nurses” for 137 second level nurses. More >>
NZ, Australia work together on whale conservation
Wednesday, 10 September 2008, 1:10 pm | New Zealand Government
Australia and New Zealand’s leadership in whale conservation has been strengthened following talks between the two governments in New Zealand today. More >>
No new housing ideas from National
Wednesday, 10 September 2008, 11:54 am | New Zealand Government
National fails spectacularly on two counts with its rapidly released Housing policy, says Housing Minister Maryan Street. More >>
National to increase taxes for private sector
Wednesday, 10 September 2008, 11:04 am | New Zealand Government
National is the only party that will go in to this year's election promising to increase taxes, Agriculture Minister Jim Anderton said today. More >>
Children central to Labour Policy
Wednesday, 10 September 2008, 10:05 am | New Zealand Government
"The release of the top ten policy priorities for children by 'Every Child Counts' is a timely reminder of the importance of placing children at the heart of good policy," said Minister for Social Development & Employment, Ruth Dyson. More >>
Minister welcomes Blood Pressure Awareness Week
Wednesday, 10 September 2008, 10:04 am | New Zealand Government
"Strokes are the most common cause of adult impairment in New Zealand with over 57,000 people having suffered a stroke," said Ruth Dyson, Minister for Social Development & Employment. More >>
Minister approves Wairau Hospital building
Wednesday, 10 September 2008, 9:47 am | New Zealand Government
Minister of Health David Cunliffe has today announced his decision to approve a $45.7 million redevelopment of Wairau Hospital in Marlborough. “I note Nelson Marlborough DHB has had considerable success securing public and staff support for the new facility.” ... More >>
Five New Appointees To The Tribunals Membership
Wednesday, 10 September 2008, 9:06 am | New Zealand Government
The respective 3-year appointments of Dr Richard Hill, Dr Aroha Harris, Basil Morrison, Tania Simpson and Professor William Te Rangiua (Pou) Temara to the Waitangi Tribunal are very welcome, says Minister of Māori Affairs. Parekura Horomia. More >>
John Key dismisses Family Friendly Policies
Wednesday, 10 September 2008, 12:05 am | New Zealand Government
"John Key changed his story regarding the Families Commission today," said Ruth Dyson Minister for Social Development and Employment. More >>
Bill to simplify building consent process
Wednesday, 10 September 2008, 12:00 am | New Zealand Government
A Bill to increase flexibility and efficiency in the building consent process -- the Building Amendment Bill No. 2 -- was introduced to Parliament today by Building and Construction Minister Shane Jones. More >>
Silver Ferns vote has industry potential
Tuesday, 9 September 2008, 4:32 pm | New Zealand Government
The vote by Silver Fern farmers to form a partnership with PGG Wrightsons has the potential to lead to increased sustainable returns throughout the value chain, Agriculture Minister Jim Anderton said today. More >>
Education Bill to improve safety, accountability
Tuesday, 9 September 2008, 3:53 pm | New Zealand Government
Measures introduced into Parliament today will make early childhood services and schools safer places for students and introduce measures to improve student attendance and engagement, Education Minister Chris Carter says. More >>
Parliament to celebrate Rosh Hashanah
Tuesday, 9 September 2008, 3:51 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister Helen Clark and Ethnic Affairs Minister Chris Carter will welcome New Zealand’s Jewish community into Parliament to celebrate Rosh Hashanah for the very first time tonight. More >>
Seaweek image: Trevor Mallard helps clean up beach
Tuesday, 9 September 2008, 3:45 pm | New Zealand Government
Environment Minister Trevor Mallard helps clean up the beach during Seaweek More >>
Key fails to rule out funding from Lord Ashcroft
Tuesday, 9 September 2008, 3:36 pm | New Zealand Government
John Key needs to explain exactly what relationship the New Zealand National Party has with multi-million dollar political donor Lord Michael Ashcroft after failing to deny serious allegations in Parliament today, Deputy Prime Minister Michael Cullen ... More >>
