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Record police resources deliver record results
Thursday, 19 May 2005, 2:58 pm | New Zealand Government
A record Police budget will deliver a record number of Police staff throughout New Zealand, Police Minister George Hawkins said today. More >>
Increased support for tertiary students
Thursday, 19 May 2005, 2:55 pm | New Zealand Government
Budget 2005 widens eligibility for student allowances and introduces new scholarships to support our most academically capable students, Education Minister Trevor Mallard said today. More >>
$44.6m for apprentices and industry skills
Thursday, 19 May 2005, 2:53 pm | New Zealand Government
A $44.6 million four-year package in Budget 2005 for Modern Apprenticeships, skills development and industry training continues to strengthen the conditions for sustainable economic growth, says Education Minister Trevor Mallard. More >>
Anderton - Building capability into the economy
Thursday, 19 May 2005, 2:48 pm | New Zealand Government
Building capability into the economy Budget 2005 confirms the Labour-Progressive Government’s commitment to building a sustainable and inclusive economy, capable of continued growth, for the benefit of all New Zealanders, Economic Development ... More >>
$204 million boost for innovation
Thursday, 19 May 2005, 2:46 pm | New Zealand Government
The government will invest an additional $204 million in research, science and technology over the next four years, says Research, Science and Technology Minister Steve Maharey. More >>
Budget: 2005: Tertiary Overview
Thursday, 19 May 2005, 2:42 pm | New Zealand Government
Tertiary education funding switches to quality Tertiary education initiatives in Budget 2005 will strengthen the quality and relevance of tertiary teaching, learning and research in New Zealand, Education Minister Trevor Mallard announced today. More >>
$8.9 million budget boost for tourism
Thursday, 19 May 2005, 2:40 pm | New Zealand Government
Tourism New Zealand receives $8.9 million in this year's budget to continue promoting New Zealand overseas in three key tourist markets – the United States, Britain and Japan. More >>
$300 million more for land transport
Thursday, 19 May 2005, 2:39 pm | New Zealand Government
The government will increase land transport funding by $100 million a year for the three years from 2006-07, says Transport Minister Pete Hodgson. More >>
Securing Your Future: questions and answers
Thursday, 19 May 2005, 2:39 pm | New Zealand Government
See also Cabinet papers released on the Securing Your Future website on Budget day: www.securingyourfuture.govt.nz More >>
Income tax inflation indexed from 1 April 2008
Thursday, 19 May 2005, 2:37 pm | New Zealand Government
Personal tax rate thresholds will be raised 6.12 per cent on 1 April 2008 under a Budget 2005 commitment to inflation proof incomes, Finance Minister Michael Cullen said today. More >>
KiwiSaver indicative balances
Thursday, 19 May 2005, 2:37 pm | New Zealand Government
4% Contribution Annual gross income / Weekly Contribution / 5 year total / 20 year total / 40 year total $10,000 / $8 / $3,300 - $3,400 / $13,400 - $14,500 / $40,600 - $44,700 $20,000 / $15 / $5,400 - $5,700 / $25,400 - $26,800 / $77,900 - $84,400 ... More >>
A hand up to home ownership
Thursday, 19 May 2005, 2:32 pm | New Zealand Government
"The Kiwi dream of owning your own home will be brought within the grasp of thousands more New Zealanders each year as a result of Budget 2005," says Housing Minister Steve Maharey. More >>
Securing Your Future: Questions And Answers
Thursday, 19 May 2005, 2:31 pm | New Zealand Government
Who is eligible to join? What is the expected participation rate? What is the government’s contribution going to be? How will the four per cent and eight per cent rate be calculated and what sort of amounts does it represent? How will members of existing superannuation ... More >>
A major advance for retirement savings
Thursday, 19 May 2005, 2:30 pm | New Zealand Government
The creation of KiwiSaver complements the government's commitment to ensuring New Zealanders can enjoy a decent income when they retire, says Finance Minister Michael Cullen. More >>
A hand up to home ownership
Thursday, 19 May 2005, 2:26 pm | New Zealand Government
"The Kiwi dream of owning your own home will be brought within the grasp of thousands more New Zealanders each year as a result of Budget 2005," says Housing Minister Steve Maharey. More >>
A major advance for retirement savings
Thursday, 19 May 2005, 2:22 pm | New Zealand Government
The creation of KiwiSaver complements the government's commitment to ensuring New Zealanders can enjoy a decent income when they retire, says Finance Minister Michael Cullen. More >>
Securing Your Future: budget savings package
Thursday, 19 May 2005, 2:20 pm | New Zealand Government
"Budget 2005 will help New Zealanders to save, giving them greater security and choice and strengthening the economy," says Finance Minister Michael Cullen. More >>
A budget for a more secure future
Thursday, 19 May 2005, 2:12 pm | New Zealand Government
Budget 2005 delivers large increases in social spending together with significant cuts to business tax and a package to encourage New Zealanders to save, Finance Minister Michael Cullen said today. More >>
Civil Defence Minister in BoP
Thursday, 19 May 2005, 8:41 am | New Zealand Government
Civil Defence Minister, George Hawkins has flown to Tauranga today to see at first hand the damage caused by flooding. More >>
Contract signed – authentication service
Thursday, 19 May 2005, 8:40 am | New Zealand Government
New Zealand is a step closer to providing a common logon authentication service that will ensure privacy and efficiency for e-government users with confirmation of the commercial supplier, State Services Minster Trevor Mallard announced today. More >>
