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Government Commits Almost $3 Million For Period Products In Schools
Sunday, 24 March 2024, 12:27 pm | New Zealand Government
The Coalition Government has committed $2.9 million to ensure intermediate and secondary schools continue providing period products to those who need them, Minister of Education Erica Stanford announced today. “This is an issue of dignity and ensuring young ... More >>
Making It Easier To Build
Saturday, 23 March 2024, 2:10 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Chris Penk, Minister for Building and Construction Good morning, it’s great to be here. First, I would like to acknowledge the New Zealand Institute of Building Surveyors and thank you for the opportunity to be here this morning. I would like ... More >>
2024 Ngarimu VC And 28th (Māori) Battalion Memorial Scholarships Announced
Friday, 22 March 2024, 5:29 pm | New Zealand Government
Thirteen Māori students have been awarded Ngarimu VC and 28th (Māori) Battalion Memorial Scholarships and Awards in recognition of their dedication and outstanding achievements. More >>
Kiwi Research Soars To International Space Station
Friday, 22 March 2024, 1:24 pm | New Zealand Government
New Zealand has notched up a first with the launch of University of Canterbury research to the International Space Station, Science, Innovation and Technology and Space Minister Judith Collins says. More >>
Pacific Youth To Shine From Boost To Polyfest
Friday, 22 March 2024, 12:43 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Dr Shane Reti Minister for Pacific Peoples Minister for Pacific Peoples Dr Shane Reti has announced the Government’s commitment to the Auckland Secondary Schools Māori and Pacific Islands Cultural Festival, more commonly known as Polyfest. “The ... More >>
Speech To The New Zealand Planning Institute
Friday, 22 March 2024, 11:53 am | New Zealand Government
Hon Chris Bishop Minister Responsible for RMA Reform Thank you for inviting me to speak with you today and I’m sorry I can’t be there in person. Yesterday I started in Wellington for Breakfast TV, spoke to a property conference in Auckland, ... More >>
Celebrating 20 Years Of Whakaata Māori
Friday, 22 March 2024, 11:01 am | New Zealand Government
Hon Minister Tama Potaka Minister for Māori Development New Zealanders have enjoyed a broader range of voices telling the story of Aotearoa thanks to the creation of Whakaata Māori 20 years ago, says Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka. The minister ... More >>
Growing Regional Tourism Events
Friday, 22 March 2024, 11:00 am | New Zealand Government
Hon Matt Doocey Minister for Tourism and Hospitality A new $5 million regional events promotion fund will help attract more visitors to the regions year-round Tourism and Hospitality Minister Matt Doocey has announced today at the Otago Tourism Policy ... More >>
Support For Northland Emergency Response Centre
Friday, 22 March 2024, 10:33 am | New Zealand Government
Hon Mark Mitchell, Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery The Coalition Government is contributing more than $1 million to support the establishment of an emergency multi-agency coordination centre in Northland. Emergency Management and ... More >>
Support For Northland Emergency Response Centre
Friday, 22 March 2024, 10:23 am | New Zealand Government
Hon Mark Mitchell, Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery The Coalition Government is contributing more than $1 million to support the establishment of an emergency multi-agency coordination centre in Northland. Emergency Management and ... More >>
Christchurch Gearing Up To Host ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix
Friday, 22 March 2024, 9:50 am | New Zealand Government
Hon Melissa Lee Minister for Economic Development Up to 22,000 people are expected to descend on Whakaraupō Lyttleton Harbour from 23-24 March to watch the highly anticipated ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix. Minister for Economic Development, Melissa ... More >>
Some Commercial Fishery Catch Limits Increased
Friday, 22 March 2024, 9:33 am | New Zealand Government
Hon Shane Jones Minister for Oceans and Fisheries Commercial catch limits for some fisheries have been increased following a review showing stocks are healthy and abundant, Ocean and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says. The changes, along with some other ... More >>
Additional Funding For Auckland Flood Resilience
Thursday, 21 March 2024, 4:17 pm | New Zealand Government
The Coalition Government is contributing $2 million to support community-driven flood resilience projects in Auckland, says Mark Mitchell, Emergency Management and Recovery Minister. “Last year’s flooding was some of the worst New Zealand has ... More >>
New Diplomatic Appointments
Thursday, 21 March 2024, 1:32 pm | New Zealand Government
Foreign Minister Winston Peters has today announced four new diplomatic appointments. “Our diplomats play a pivotal role in advancing and protecting New Zealand’s interests around the world,” Mr Peters says. “We are pleased to appoint senior ... More >>
GDP Decline Reinforces Government’s Fiscal Plan
Thursday, 21 March 2024, 1:21 pm | New Zealand Government
Declining GDP for the December quarter reinforces the importance of restoring fiscal discipline to public spending and driving more economic growth, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. “The 0.1 percent decline in GDP for the December quarter shows ... More >>
Direction Of New Speed Limits Rule Announced
Thursday, 21 March 2024, 12:41 pm | New Zealand Government
Cabinet has agreed on the coalition Government’s direction of travel for a new Land Transport Rule to be signed by the end of 2024. This new rule will reverse the previous government's blanket speed reductions imposed on motorists across New Zealand, ... More >>
Speech To The NZ Herald Project Auckland Luncheon
Thursday, 21 March 2024, 12:34 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Simeon Brown Minister for Auckland Minister of Transport Introduction Thank you for inviting me here today to address you all as Minister for Auckland, Minister of Transport, and Minister of Local Government. Before I begin, I would like to first ... More >>
Speech To The Property Council Of New Zealand Residential Development Summit
Thursday, 21 March 2024, 11:13 am | New Zealand Government
It’s a pleasure to be back here with you at the Aotea Centre. It’s just over a year since I spoke to this conference as the Opposition spokesperson for Housing and Infrastructure. More >>
Help For Homeowners Impacted By Severe Weather
Thursday, 21 March 2024, 10:48 am | New Zealand Government
Temporary Accommodation Assistance will soon be available to more people who can’t live in their homes due to the severe weather events of 2022 and 2023, Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston says. More >>
Government Response To Draft Market Study Into Personal Banking Services
Thursday, 21 March 2024, 10:15 am | New Zealand Government
“I welcome the release of the Commerce Commission’s draft report into personal banking services.” announced Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Andrew Bayly. The Commission is scheduled to publish its final report by 20 August 2024. “I encourage ... More >>
