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No ACC comfort for Kiwis from Key
Thursday, 3 July 2008, 9:40 am | New Zealand Government
John Key has finally been forced to confirm some details around National plans to privatise ACC - but he has failed to provide any assurances that New Zealanders will not lose out as a result, says ACC Minister Maryan Street. More >>
Blue cod in the Marlborough Sounds
Thursday, 3 July 2008, 12:18 am | New Zealand Government
The blue cod fishery in the Marlborough Sounds is to be closed for the next four years to protect the long-term future of the fishery, Fisheries Minister Jim Anderton announced today. More >>
Clark: New Manukau campus for AUT
Thursday, 3 July 2008, 12:01 am | New Zealand Government
Rt Hon Helen Clark Prime Minister Announcement of new campus for Auckland University of Technology in Counties Manukau More >>
Outdoor recreation discussion document launched
Wednesday, 2 July 2008, 5:20 pm | New Zealand Government
Sport and Recreation Minister Clayton Cosgrove has released a discussion document on outdoor recreation aimed at revitalising the sector. It is part of a review of outdoor recreation in New Zealand. More >>
Recovery and protection of Moko skinks a priority
Wednesday, 2 July 2008, 5:15 pm | New Zealand Government
The Department of Conservation (DOC) is working closely with iwi, the local council and the Whangamata Marina Society to protect Moko skinks at the planned development site of the Whangamata Marina, Conservation Minister Steve Chadwick said today. More >>
Pollution plan smells like a hijack, Mr Anderton
Wednesday, 2 July 2008, 5:13 pm | New Zealand Government
Word for word submissions from Landcorp and Federated Farmers opposing improvements to water quality in the Manawatu and Wanganui region's rivers to make them safe to swim in, smell of a hijack, Green Party Co-Leader Russel Norman says. More >>
Views sought on revised retirement villages code
Wednesday, 2 July 2008, 5:05 pm | New Zealand Government
A new statutory Code of Practice for retirement villages, a document setting out the rights and responsibilities of residents and operators, is currently open for public consultation. More >>
11.1 Million Subsidised GP appointments a year
Wednesday, 2 July 2008, 3:55 pm | New Zealand Government
July marks the sixth anniversary of Primary Health Organisations in New Zealand, and over four million New Zealanders are benefiting. More >>
Glass recycling message spread through rap
Wednesday, 2 July 2008, 3:30 pm | New Zealand Government
School children are teaming up with music star Che Fu to spread the word about recycling glass through rap, Environment Minister Trevor Mallard said today. More >>
Mallard: Get vocal about recycling
Wednesday, 2 July 2008, 3:29 pm | New Zealand Government
Thank you for inviting me to this event. It's nice to have such talented young people here. It is always great to see the enthusiasm and energy young people have - especially when this energy is used to improve the environment. More >>
Temporary Deputy State Services Commissioner
Wednesday, 2 July 2008, 3:28 pm | New Zealand Government
State Services Minister David Parker today announced the appointment of John Ombler to the position of Deputy State Services Commissioner. He will hold the position from 1 July 2008 to 31 March 2009. More >>
Tax reform to help NZ companies compete overseas
Wednesday, 2 July 2008, 2:27 pm | New Zealand Government
Comprehensive reform of our international tax rules, to help New Zealand-based companies compete more effectively overseas, is the main feature of a taxation bill introduced today. More >>
Business tax reforms focus of bill
Wednesday, 2 July 2008, 2:26 pm | New Zealand Government
A bill tabled in Parliament today introduces a number of major business tax reforms. “The focus of several of the reforms is on reducing tax costs for businesses,” Finance Minister Michael Cullen and Revenue Minister Peter Dunne said today. More >>
Government reveals ‘Plan B’ on rail
Wednesday, 2 July 2008, 2:24 pm | New Zealand Government
The Labour-led government has today revealed that its buyback of New Zealand’s rail system was influenced by plans to close regional rail services throughout the country, Finance Minister Michael Cullen said today. More >>
Which lines should close Mr Key?
Wednesday, 2 July 2008, 10:33 am | New Zealand Government
John Key’s claims that public investment in rail infrastructure would not have been necessary if the government had not bought back the rail operation are absolutely wrong, Finance Minister Michael Cullen said today. More >>
Inspirational Pacific leader will be missed
Wednesday, 2 July 2008, 10:04 am | New Zealand Government
Elizabeth Peivi Alice Lee-Lo Smith or Aunty Liz as she was known fondly by many in our Pacific communities was an inspirational leader who will be greatly missed, Pacific Island Affairs Minister and Mana MP Luamanuvao Winnie Laban said today. More >>
Ministers welcome review of maternity services
Wednesday, 2 July 2008, 9:32 am | New Zealand Government
Minister of Health David Cunliffe and Associate Minister of Health Steve Chadwick today welcomed a review of maternity services in Wellington. More >>
Key’s windfall plans for Aussie insurers
Wednesday, 2 July 2008, 12:55 am | New Zealand Government
A report detailing National’s plans to privatise ACC shows National are busy briefing the insurance industry behind closed doors but are still keeping their plans from New Zealanders, Associate Finance Minister Phil Goff said today. More >>
Mates’ rates for Aussie insurers will cost Kiwis
Wednesday, 2 July 2008, 12:53 am | New Zealand Government
Australian insurance company investors are being advised they would reap large profits if the ACC scheme was privatised, but it would come at significant cost to New Zealanders, says ACC Minister Maryan Street. More >>
Disability Issues Bill introduced
Wednesday, 2 July 2008, 12:50 am | New Zealand Government
The Disability (United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities) Bill was introduced to Parliament today. The Bill removes inconsistencies within current legislation that will enable New Zealand to ratifying the Convention. More >>
