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NZ to take Australia to WTO over apple access
Monday, 20 August 2007, 6:26 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government will initiate WTO dispute settlement proceedings against Australia to resolve the long-standing apples dispute, Trade Minister Phil Goff and Agriculture Minister Jim Anderton announced today. More >>
International meeting strengthens border security
Monday, 20 August 2007, 5:20 pm | New Zealand Government
Stronger links with Asian and Pacific countries on immigration border security systems is the focus of a two-day international workshop in Wellington this week. "The Bali Process workshop focuses on strengthening cooperation against people-smuggling and ... More >>
Rural, tourism sector feedback urged on b'band
Monday, 20 August 2007, 5:03 pm | New Zealand Government
Rural Affairs and Tourism Minister Damien O'Connor welcomed the release today of a discussion document for a review of the Telecommunications Service Obligation (TSO) regulatory framework. More >>
B4 school health checks programme announced
Monday, 20 August 2007, 2:24 pm | New Zealand Government
A New Zealand-wide programme of ready for school health checks for 60,000 Kiwi kids will roll out from February next year, Health Minister Pete Hodgson announced today. More >>
Bradford: Buying Kiwi Made
Monday, 20 August 2007, 11:44 am | New Zealand Government
I'm proud to be hosting another launch of the Buy Kiwi Made programme. This time it's the beginning of our multi-media consumer campaign. I say it's a beginning because this is a campaign in the truest sense of the word: it's not static, it will continue ... More >>
TSO review document 'next step' in overhaul
Monday, 20 August 2007, 11:09 am | New Zealand Government
Minister of Communications David Cunliffe today announced the release of a discussion document for a review of the Telecommunications Service Obligation (TSO) regulatory framework. More >>
Shopping Kiwi Made
Monday, 20 August 2007, 9:30 am | New Zealand Government
Shoppers are being urged to put Kiwi made on their shopping list by a multi-media advertising campaign that kicks off today. Beginning with an iwi and commercial radio campaign, the Government's Buy Kiwi Made promotion will target shoppers across the ... More >>
Jim Anderton: Speech To Organics Aotearoa
Sunday, 19 August 2007, 11:57 am | New Zealand Government
I’m very pleased to be able to join Organics Aotearoa New Zealand at this, your inaugural National Conference. More >>
Beehive Bulletin
Sunday, 19 August 2007, 11:44 am | New Zealand Government
A new draft Mâori education strategy focuses on boosting the achievement of Mâori students by making the education system more effective for them. More >>
Phil Goff: Bananas NZ going global
Sunday, 19 August 2007, 12:30 am | New Zealand Government
Kai Luey, National President of the New Zealand Chinese Association, Parliamentary colleagues and local government representatives, Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen. More >>
Minister welcomes report on 'fringe' lenders
Friday, 17 August 2007, 1:30 pm | New Zealand Government
Acting Minister for Social Development and Employment Steve Maharey today welcomed a new report on 'fringe' lenders in South Auckland, saying it will help raise public awareness about the dangers of borrowing from high-interest credit providers. More >>
Family Courts Matters Bill introduced
Friday, 17 August 2007, 11:51 am | New Zealand Government
A bill which increases openness of the Family Courts was introduced by Courts Minister Rick Barker today. More >>
Wireless broadband roll-out a step closer
Friday, 17 August 2007, 10:22 am | New Zealand Government
Communications Minister David Cunliffe today announced the next step towards the roll-out of wireless broadband services in New Zealand. More >>
Michael Cullen: Speech To Ernst & Young
Friday, 17 August 2007, 10:11 am | New Zealand Government
I've been given a number of searching questions about current issues in tax to address with you. I'd like to address those directly. First, by way of background, I'll outline the economic environment and the context of our recent changes in tax and savings. More >>
Rugby Ball Venue starts trek to Paris
Friday, 17 August 2007, 10:06 am | New Zealand Government
New Zealand's bid to make an indelible impression on international audiences during the Rugby World Cup is about to begin with the giant New Zealand Rugby Ball Venue leaving by ship for Paris on Saturday. More >>
New reserve land to benefit kiwi in Hawke's Bay
Friday, 17 August 2007, 9:47 am | New Zealand Government
The acquisition of 36 ha adjoining Opouahi Scenic Reserve in Hawke's Bay will boost volunteer efforts to protect kiwi and carry out other conservation work, Minister of Conservation, Chris Carter, announced today More >>
Warmer and more accessible homes for elderly
Friday, 17 August 2007, 12:11 am | New Zealand Government
Older people living in pensioner housing will enjoy warmer homes with easy-access thanks to funding made available through the Government's Housing Innovation Fund, Housing Minister Chris Carter announced today. More >>
Organic farms at Christchurch Prison
Friday, 17 August 2007, 12:05 am | New Zealand Government
Prisoners will gain valuable skills in the rapidly expanding industry of organics with the opening of two organic farms today at Christchurch Men’s Prison, Corrections Minister Damien O'Connor says. More >>
More effort on lifting achievement drives strategy
Thursday, 16 August 2007, 5:22 pm | New Zealand Government
"The future for Maaori is to get a good education, stay in learning for a longer period and strive for excellence in all things," said Minister of Youth Development Nanaia Mahuta. More >>
Māori Urged To Stand For DHB Elections
Thursday, 16 August 2007, 4:24 pm | New Zealand Government
Māori must step up and make their voices heard in the upcoming District Health Board elections, says Minister of Māori Affairs Parekura Horomia. Nominations are now open for candidates for this year's DHB elections but potential candidates only have ... More >>
