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Strong measures proposed to counteract overfishing
Tuesday, 19 June 2007, 10:06 am | New Zealand Government
Fisheries Minister Jim Anderton is proposing strong measures to tackle those who exceed their fishing catch limits. “Fishers must pay a ‘deemed value’, as a penalty, for each kilogram of fish they land over their annual catch entitlement. ... More >>
Laban: volunteer awards speech
Tuesday, 19 June 2007, 10:00 am | New Zealand Government
He tangata, he tangata, he tangata e. If you pluck the heart of the flax Where will the bell bird feed? It was once asked of me What is the greatest treasure in this world? It is people, it is people, it is people. More >>
Te Arawa Mandate and Settlement
Tuesday, 19 June 2007, 9:54 am | New Zealand Government
The government will consider carefully the recommendations of the Waitangi Tribunal's The Impact of the Crown’s Treaty Settlement Policy on Te Arawa Waka, Minister in Charge of Treaty of Waitangi Negotiations Mark Burton said today. More >>
NZ aid for Iraq and Somalia
Monday, 18 June 2007, 2:21 pm | New Zealand Government
New Zealand has pledged $1.4 million to assist people worst affected by ongoing conflict in Somalia and Iraq, Foreign Minister Winston Peters said today. More >>
Empowering our Pasifika students to succeed
Monday, 18 June 2007, 7:58 am | New Zealand Government
E'e ta'ia le paia lasilasi i le fa'atäfafä o le maota. Susuga i le Aufaigaluega a le Atua Afioga i Tamali'i ma failauga, Faletua ma Tausi, Tama'ita'i ma Sa'oao mai atumotu o le Pasifika. Fa'amälö le soifua lelei. More >>
Parker: Electrical Engineers Assn Conference
Monday, 18 June 2007, 12:07 am | New Zealand Government
Thank you for the opportunity to speak today. I'm pleased to be able to talk to you today in David Parker's place as he is been representing New Zealand at high level climate change negotiations in Sweden. More >>
Dalziel: Speech for UNHCR World Refugee Day
Monday, 18 June 2007, 12:03 am | New Zealand Government
Thanks for the opportunity to say a few words as we recognise World Refugee Day, which we're celebrating a few days early here in Christchurch. New Zealand's response to the needs of refugees reminds us that we have the capacity for goodness and kindness ... More >>
Training, equipment for volunteer firefighters
Monday, 18 June 2007, 12:02 am | New Zealand Government
A new training initiative for volunteer firefighters and the roll-out of new appliances to many brigades throughout the country will ensure the nation’s thousands of volunteer firefighters get the best training and equipment possible, Internal Affairs Minister ... More >>
Government Support For Tauranga Art Gallery
Sunday, 17 June 2007, 9:00 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister Helen Clark today announced that the Labour-led government will invest $650,000 in Tauranga's new public art gallery. More >>
Laban: Welcome To Volunteer Awareness Week
Sunday, 17 June 2007, 8:27 pm | New Zealand Government
Volunteer Awareness Week (17 23 June 2007) is a time to celebrate and thank our many thousands of volunteers for the wonderful work they do in our communities, says Minister for the Community and Voluntary Sector Luamanuvao Winnie Laban More >>
Hon Jim Anderton: Community Taking Responsibility
Sunday, 17 June 2007, 6:33 pm | New Zealand Government
Jim Anderton at Whanau Hauora Day, Community Action on Youth Alcohol and Drugs (CAYAD) event, Ilminster Intermediate School, Gisborne: The real answers lie in the community - "I am here today to show my support for the work...," More >>
Beehive Bulletin, Friday, 15 June 2007
Friday, 15 June 2007, 8:03 pm | New Zealand Government
Another step to healthier young people in schools; PM welcomes newest member of Royal NZ Navy; GP Training Numbers To Increase By 50 Per Cent; Govt confirms ongoing support for trans-Tasman biotech ventures; KiwiSaver fee subsidy, mortgage diversion rules ... More >>
Haydn Sherley
Friday, 15 June 2007, 5:54 pm | New Zealand Government
The Broadcasting Minister, Steve Maharey, has expressed his sorrow at the death of the broadcaster, Haydn Sherley. "Haydn Sherley was educated at Auckland Grammar School, and he joined the old broadcasting service in 1953. More >>
National still playing catchup
Friday, 15 June 2007, 5:20 pm | New Zealand Government
The National Party’s rural issues discussion paper shows the party is still out of touch with New Zealand’s primary sector and trying to catchup to where the Labour-Progressive Government is already, Agriculture Minister Jim Anderton said today. More >>
West Coast Development Trust review
Friday, 15 June 2007, 5:06 pm | New Zealand Government
Members of the West Coast Development Trust have met with Finance Minister Michael Cullen and agreed to changes to the trust deed. More >>
New Psychotherapists Board
Friday, 15 June 2007, 4:50 pm | New Zealand Government
Psychotherapists practising in New Zealand will soon be regulated by a newly established board. More >>
NZ to participate in PSI exercise
Friday, 15 June 2007, 3:15 pm | New Zealand Government
New Zealand will participate in a multinational Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) exercise next week as part of its commitment to preventing the spread of weapons of mass destruction, Foreign Minister Winston Peters said today. More >>
Hon Lianne Dalziel: Elder Abuse Unacceptable
Friday, 15 June 2007, 2:42 pm | New Zealand Government
Too many older New Zealanders suffer abuse and neglect, Acting Senior Citizens Minister Lianne Dalziel said, marking World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. More >>
Consumer Chat - June Edition 2007
Friday, 15 June 2007, 1:28 pm | New Zealand Government
Powerswitch, Scamwatch and changes to the Motor Vehicle Sales Legislation are all discussed in the inaugural edition of Consumer Chat by Judith Tizard. More >>
Hodgson: Investment in Primary Health Care
Friday, 15 June 2007, 1:26 pm | New Zealand Government
This visit is a timely one because in just two weeks a major milestone in primary healthcare will be reached and it's worth celebrating. Universal coverage of low or reduced cost general practice services will be rolled out at that time for the ... More >>
