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Video Evidence Under Scrutiny
Tuesday, 24 April 2007, 4:03 pm | New Zealand Government
Video records used as evidence in court will be subject to a ban on copying and stringent regulations on their storage, use and return, Justice Minister Mark Burton said today. More >>
National threatens NZ Superannuation again
Tuesday, 24 April 2007, 3:18 pm | New Zealand Government
Finance Minister Michael Cullen warned today that a National government would cut New Zealand Superannuation in line with OECD recommendations. More >>
OECD underlines savings and investment strategy
Tuesday, 24 April 2007, 3:08 pm | New Zealand Government
It is reassuring that the OECD considers New Zealand to be 'one of the most flexible and resilient economies' in the world. More >>
Young drivers urged to take more care on the roads
Tuesday, 24 April 2007, 2:22 pm | New Zealand Government
"Drivers between the age of 15 and 19 are seven times more likely to crash than drivers in the 45 to 49 age group," Transport Safety Minister Harry Duynhoven said today. More >>
Duynhoven: United Nations Global Road Safety Week
Tuesday, 24 April 2007, 2:21 pm | New Zealand Government
Thank you for the opportunity to speak to you today as part of the United Nations Global Road Safety Week. It is fitting that a theme very dear to my heart – the issue of young drivers – has been chosen. More >>
English confirms big spending cuts under National
Tuesday, 24 April 2007, 1:07 pm | New Zealand Government
National party finance spokesman Bill English needs to come clean and tell New Zealanders exactly which services he plans to cut to please the OECD, Acting Finance Minister Trevor Mallard said today. More >>
Fewer migrants on benefits shows policy working
Tuesday, 24 April 2007, 10:11 am | New Zealand Government
A strong economy and changes to immigration policy have led to a big fall in the number of recent migrants needing support, says Immigration Minister David Cunliffe. More >>
OECD underlines savings and investment strategy
Tuesday, 24 April 2007, 9:01 am | New Zealand Government
The OECD's 2007 Economic Survey of New Zealand highlights the critical importance of the government's strategy to lift savings and investment, Finance Minister Michael Cullen said today. More >>
PM launches funding guide for cultural groups
Tuesday, 24 April 2007, 12:51 am | New Zealand Government
A new online service aims to help cultural groups match projects with potential funders More >>
Parker: Biofuels' potential in New Zealand
Tuesday, 24 April 2007, 12:02 am | New Zealand Government
I am delighted to be here today at the third EECA Biofuels Conference. Biofuels will be covered from a number of perspectives today and I would like to set the scene by outlining the opportunities Government sees for biofuels. More >>
PM Speech: NZLive.com Launch
Monday, 23 April 2007, 7:34 pm | New Zealand Government
Rt Hon Helen Clark Prime Minister Speech to Launch Arts & Culture Funding Guide on NZLive.com Te Papa Museum Wellington More >>
New Zealand and China expand air services
Monday, 23 April 2007, 4:41 pm | New Zealand Government
New code-share arrangements between New Zealand and Chinese airlines will bring about future growth in tourism and business travel between the two countries, Transport Minister Annette King announced in Beijing today. More >>
Kiwi consultancy lands Bahraini education contract
Monday, 23 April 2007, 4:14 pm | New Zealand Government
International education consulting agency New Zealand Polytechnics International New Zealand (PINZ) has won a landmark multi-million dollar contract in Bahrain, Tertiary Education Minister Michael Cullen and Economic Development Minister Trevor Mallard ... More >>
Government support for world netball champs
Monday, 23 April 2007, 4:13 pm | New Zealand Government
Economic Development Minister Trevor Mallard today announced funding of up to $550,000 to assist New Zealand in hosting the 2007 World Netball Championships, to be held in Auckland from 10 to 17 November. More >>
Karzai praises New Zealand peacekeepers
Monday, 23 April 2007, 2:56 pm | New Zealand Government
Afghanistan President, Hamid Karzai, conveyed the deep appreciation of his country for the work done by New Zealand peacekeepers in Afghanistan to Defence Minister Phil Goff during a 45 minute meeting in Kabul today. More >>
New teacher standards to further boost quality
Monday, 23 April 2007, 1:02 pm | New Zealand Government
The Education Minister, Steve Maharey, is welcoming the introduction of national standards for students graduating as teachers. "The Teachers Council's 'Graduating Teacher Standards' builds on Ministry of Education work to further lift the standard ... More >>
Iconic community groups stamp their mark
Monday, 23 April 2007, 10:15 am | New Zealand Government
Postage stamps featuring four iconic community groups are a fitting tribute to their contribution to New Zealand communities, says Community and Voluntary Sector Minister Luamanuvao Winnie Laban. More >>
Peters to represent NZ at Gallipoli
Monday, 23 April 2007, 9:37 am | New Zealand Government
Foreign Minister Winston Peters is to represent the government at ANZAC Day commemorations in Gallipoli, Turkey. Mr Peters' first engagement is on Tuesday morning (local time) when he will speak at the Turkish International Service at the Mehmetcik Memorial, ... More >>
Agreement reached with India to promote trade
Monday, 23 April 2007, 8:07 am | New Zealand Government
Trade Minister Phil Goff says agreement in principle to commence a study into the implications of a free trade agreement between India and New Zealand, was a useful outcome of discussions with his Indian counterpart, Kamal Nath. More >>
Provocative new housing reports released today
Monday, 23 April 2007, 12:35 am | New Zealand Government
Two new reports examining Auckland's housing market released today will help inform a comprehensive government response to affordable housing issues, Housing Minister Chris Carter says. More >>
