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Minister approves intervention for Kaikohe kura
Thursday, 15 May 2008, 2:19 pm | New Zealand Government
Education Minister Chris Carter today announced the appointment of two people to the board of Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Kaikohe in response to an Education Review Office (ERO) report. More >>
Minister receives disability award for New Zealand
Thursday, 15 May 2008, 1:03 pm | New Zealand Government
Disability Issues Minister Ruth Dyson received the prestigious Roosevelt International Disability Award from the Governor-General on behalf of the Government today. More >>
TV food ad guidelines for children welcomed
Thursday, 15 May 2008, 10:31 am | New Zealand Government
Broadcasting Minister Trevor Mallard and Associate Health Minister Damien O'Connor today welcomed new television food advertising guidelines for children as a step forward in tackling New Zealand’s obesity problems. More >>
Strategy launch reflects community focus
Thursday, 15 May 2008, 9:49 am | New Zealand Government
Minister of Māori Affairs and Associate Education Minister Parekura Horomia has unveiled the final Ka Hikitia – Managing for Success strategy to the community at a Rotorua Hui today. More >>
Mauao title returned to tāngata whenua
Thursday, 15 May 2008, 9:48 am | New Zealand Government
Minister of Māori Affairs Parekura Horomia welcomes the passing of the Mauao Historic Reserve Vesting Bill which gives effect to the agreement signed between Tauranga Moana Iwi, Waitaha and the Crown in August this year to return the title of Mauao ... More >>
New cellular network given access to the airwaves
Thursday, 15 May 2008, 9:38 am | New Zealand Government
Communications and Information Technology Minister David Cunliffe today announced that Telecom and Vodafone have accepted offers for the renewal of cellular spectrum. More >>
State house insulation programme fast-tracked
Thursday, 15 May 2008, 12:51 am | New Zealand Government
A major Budget 2008 funding injection will see the state house insulation programme dramatically accelerated, improving tenant health and delivering energy cost savings, says Housing Minister Maryan Street. More >>
$1.75m grant for energy saving technology
Thursday, 15 May 2008, 12:40 am | New Zealand Government
Minister of Research, Science and Technology Pete Hodgson is welcoming a $1.75 million grant to the innovative Auckland electric motor company Wellington Drive to research advanced electronics for its products. More >>
Cullen Speech: Pre-budget address to the CMA
Thursday, 15 May 2008, 12:32 am | New Zealand Government
It is a pleasure to be back here in Christchurch giving my annual pre-Budget speech to the Canterbury Manufacturers Association. More >>
Canterbury Transport Project funding boost
Thursday, 15 May 2008, 12:23 am | New Zealand Government
The Canterbury region will receive $33.5 million in funding over the next four years (2008 -2012) to invest in transport infrastructure, Finance Minister Michael Cullen and Transport Minister Annette King announced today. More >>
Gull proves sustainable biofuels are affordable
Wednesday, 14 May 2008, 3:23 pm | New Zealand Government
Energy Minister David Parker has congratulated Gull Petroleum for proving biofuels can be sustainable and affordable. More >>
Commerce Act change will allow SOE/CRI cooperation
Wednesday, 14 May 2008, 1:49 pm | New Zealand Government
State Owned Enterprises Minister Trevor Mallard and Commerce Minister Lianne Dalziel today announced a proposal to allow State Owned Enterprises (SOEs) and Crown Research Institutes (CRIs) to cooperate without breaching the Commerce Act. More >>
Action over Grey Base Hospital claims
Wednesday, 14 May 2008, 1:48 pm | New Zealand Government
The Minister of Health David Cunliffe has asked the Director General of Health to report to him urgently on claims about patient safety at Grey Base Hospital on the West Coast. More >>
Anderton: Speech to open the SeaFIC conference
Wednesday, 14 May 2008, 1:43 pm | New Zealand Government
Minister of Agriculture, Minister for Biosecurity Minister of Fisheries, Minister of Forestry Associate Minister of Health Associate Minister for Tertiary Education More >>
Sustainability ensures bright future for fisheries
Wednesday, 14 May 2008, 1:41 pm | New Zealand Government
Minister of Agriculture, Minister for Biosecurity Minister of Fisheries, Minister of Forestry Associate Minister of Health Associate Minister for Tertiary Education More >>
Clark: NZ Japan Mutual Recognition Customs Agreemt
Wednesday, 14 May 2008, 1:01 pm | New Zealand Government
It is my pleasure to be here to today to witness the signing of the Customs Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA) between New Zealand and Japan. This arrangement aims to help New Zealand and Japanese exporters move their goods more quickly and effectively ... More >>
Customs agreement with Japan signed
Wednesday, 14 May 2008, 1:00 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister Helen Clark and Customs Minister Nanaia Mahuta said today that New Zealand and Japan have signed a Customs Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA) which will help exporters move their goods more quickly and efficiently between the two ... More >>
Schools coping well in tight labour market
Wednesday, 14 May 2008, 11:20 am | New Zealand Government
Predicted teacher shortages for this school year have not eventuated with more than 99 percent of positions filled, Education Minister Chris Carter says. More >>
Ruth Dyson: Speech to Hikoi Forum
Wednesday, 14 May 2008, 9:35 am | New Zealand Government
The Rebuilding of Hope: Address to Political Leaders Forum, 58th General Synod/ te Hinota Whanui Level 16 James Cook Hotel, Wellington More >>
New Zealand extends sympathy after China earthqua
Tuesday, 13 May 2008, 4:53 pm | New Zealand Government
Acting Prime Minister Michael Cullen today extended New Zealand’s sympathy to China following a large earthquake which has affected the country’s central region. More >>
