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Protect your PINs!
Monday, 3 April 2006, 9:59 am | New Zealand Government
Protect your PIN number at ATM and EFTPOS machines warns Consumer Affairs Minister Judith Tizard. More >>
Peters welcomes Sevele's appointment
Friday, 31 March 2006, 5:01 pm | New Zealand Government
Foreign Minister Winston Peters has welcomed Dr Fred Sevele’s formal appointment as Prime Minister of Tonga, saying it is a positive step towards reform. More >>
Akaroa Harbour Taiäpure comes into effect
Friday, 31 March 2006, 4:57 pm | New Zealand Government
A taiäpure-local fishery came into effect in the Akaroa Harbour on Banks Peninsula today. More >>
Ross Sea Strategy Adopted
Friday, 31 March 2006, 3:21 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government has approved a New Zealand strategy for the future management of the marine living resources and biodiversity of the Ross Sea. More >>
Rural Health Fund to Boost Innovation
Friday, 31 March 2006, 2:39 pm | New Zealand Government
Associate Minister of Health Damien O'Connor today announced an annual funding pool of $200,000 to encourage innovation in the rural health sector. More >>
Beehive Bulletin – 31 March 2006
Friday, 31 March 2006, 1:37 pm | New Zealand Government
Finance Minister Dr Michael Cullen has this week been outlining tax changes that will see thousands of businesses enjoying significant reductions in compliance costs. Dr Cullen said that when the changes come into effect tomorrow (1 April) businesses ... More >>
Ship names continue Navy traditions
Friday, 31 March 2006, 1:26 pm | New Zealand Government
The names of the seven new naval vessels to enter service over the next two years were announced by Defence Minister Phil Goff today. More >>
New In-Work Payment makes work pay
Friday, 31 March 2006, 1:17 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government’s new In-Work Payment will put more money into the hands of more families, Social Development and Employment Minister David Benson-Pope said today. More >>
Long-term R&D partnership with Tait Electronics
Friday, 31 March 2006, 10:44 am | New Zealand Government
Research, Science and Technology Minister Steve Maharey announced today that the government is investing $10.6 million in a long term research and development programme run by Christchurch company Tait Electronics. More >>
Pacific communications ministers set bold agenda
Friday, 31 March 2006, 9:23 am | New Zealand Government
Pacific Islands Forum communications ministers have set an ambitious but achievable agenda that should lift the pace of ICT development in the region, says Communications Minister David Cunliffe. More >>
New Zealand Racing Board Appointments
Friday, 31 March 2006, 8:40 am | New Zealand Government
Rt Hon Winston Peters, the Minister for Racing, has written to the recognised racing industry organisations inviting nominations for appointment as the independent chairperson, and for appointment as members, to the New Zealand Racing Board. More >>
Hamas-led Govt. should be judged on its actions
Friday, 31 March 2006, 8:39 am | New Zealand Government
The Hamas-led Government, sworn in today in the Occupied Palestinian Territories, will be judged on its actions, says Foreign Minister Winston Peters. More >>
More New Zealanders eligible for legal aid
Friday, 31 March 2006, 8:36 am | New Zealand Government
The number of people eligible for legal aid will increase from 765,000 to some 1.2 million following the implementation of a Legal Services Amendment Bill that passed its third reading in parliament today. More >>
Legal Services Amendment Bill, Third Reading
Friday, 31 March 2006, 8:35 am | New Zealand Government
The Legal Services Amendment Act 2006 introduces long overdue reforms meaning many more New Zealanders on lower incomes will be able to afford legal representation for civil, family and criminal matters More >>
Securing The Future - Cullen To "Ladies In Labour"
Friday, 31 March 2006, 8:33 am | New Zealand Government
Tonight I would like to talk briefly about superannuation, but I want to put it in the context of a broader set of policies that the government is implementing that will assist ordinary working New Zealanders achieve greater financial security. More >>
Royal New Zealand Police College - PM Speech
Friday, 31 March 2006, 8:31 am | New Zealand Government
I would like to thank Acting Commissioner Steve Long for the invitation to speak here tonight at the official celebration of the Royal New Zealand Police College's 25th anniversary. Thank you also to Training Commander Superintendent Olly Beckett ... More >>
Carter has his head in the clouds, again
Thursday, 30 March 2006, 5:19 pm | New Zealand Government
Civil Defence Minister Rick Barker called on National Party Spokesman for Civil Defence John Carter, to finally "do his homework". More >>
Flavell Pleased to see LandCorp Sale Under Review
Thursday, 30 March 2006, 5:16 pm | New Zealand Government
Member for Waiariki, Te Ururoa Flavell, today expressed relief at the response of State Owned Enterprise Minister, Trevor Mallard, who told the House that he "wouldn't count on a non-Maori owner doing that development just yet". More >>
Rogue Outburst from National on Foreign Affairs
Thursday, 30 March 2006, 4:29 pm | New Zealand Government
The outrageous abuse hurled at Tony Blair by Tau Henare is a further example of National's undisciplined and inept attitude towards foreign policy, says Foreign Minister Winston Peters. More >>
Clark: Presentation of Asian Tsunami Medals
Thursday, 30 March 2006, 4:27 pm | New Zealand Government
The medal is awarded to New Zealanders who provided humanitarian, rehabilitation and reconstruction assistance, in extreme and hazardous circumstances, between 26 December 2004 and 26 December 2005. More >>
