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Hazardous substances law to be more practical
Wednesday, 27 October 2004, 4:37 pm | New Zealand Government
Changes to the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act 1996 (HSNO) have been given the green light, Environment Minister, Marian Hobbs said today. An amendment bill will be introduced to Parliament before the end of the year. More >>
Enhancements to key immigration policy
Wednesday, 27 October 2004, 4:31 pm | New Zealand Government
Immigration Minister Paul Swain today announced enhancements to the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC). More >>
Swain: Speech to Immigration
Wednesday, 27 October 2004, 4:27 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Paul Swain - Speech to New Zealand Immigration Institute and New Zealand Association for Migration and Investment More >>
Karoro School, Greymouth leads the way
Wednesday, 27 October 2004, 2:29 pm | New Zealand Government
Karoro School students and teachers are leading the way in the use of a groundbreaking new assessment tool that gives parents in-depth information about students' progress, Education Minister Trevor Mallard said today. More >>
Clearing the smoke – a five year plan
Wednesday, 27 October 2004, 1:54 pm | New Zealand Government
As restaurants, bars and workplaces prepare to go smokefree on December 10, a major report's been released detailing further plans to tackle smoking harm in New Zealand. More >>
OECD: NZ on track with family-friendly policies
Wednesday, 27 October 2004, 8:33 am | New Zealand Government
The government has welcomed a report by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) that gives a vote of confidence to the Working for Families package of reforms. More >>
Sustainable Energy discussion document released
Wednesday, 27 October 2004, 12:34 am | New Zealand Government
A comprehensive discussion document is released today on the future of sustainable energy in New Zealand. More >>
Eyes on the prize: seeking sustainable energy
Wednesday, 27 October 2004, 12:17 am | New Zealand Government
Low hydro lakes. High petrol prices. No more Maui gas. There’s always something to talk about on the energy front. Opinion piece by Hon Pete Hodgson, Minister of Energy... More >>
Stronger sex offence laws a step closer
Tuesday, 26 October 2004, 3:30 pm | New Zealand Government
Women who commit sex offences against children will no longer be able to escape the law when a Bill closing the current loophole is passed, says Justice Minister Phil Goff. More >>
Stronger sex offence laws a step closer
Tuesday, 26 October 2004, 1:33 pm | New Zealand Government
Women who commit sex offences against children will no longer be able to escape the law when a Bill closing the current loophole is passed, says Justice Minister Phil Goff. More >>
Dumping motor home waste in the right place
Tuesday, 26 October 2004, 10:13 am | New Zealand Government
A comprehensive guide for motor home users to find the right spot to empty their toilet and wastewater is now available. More >>
Hodson welcomes latest Kyoto move
Tuesday, 26 October 2004, 8:51 am | New Zealand Government
The latest steps by the Russian government towards ratification of the Kyoto Protocol were today welcomed by Convenor, Ministerial Group on Climate Change, Pete Hodgson. More >>
Police Minister opens new Richmond Station
Tuesday, 26 October 2004, 12:11 am | New Zealand Government
Police Minister George Hawkins today opened the new Richmond Police Station, the 12th new police station opened since the Labour-led government took office in December 1999. More >>
Auckland families getting more for their labour
Friday, 22 October 2004, 4:11 pm | New Zealand Government
Auckland city households have reason to celebrate this Labour Day with statistics showing Aucklanders are earning more. More >>
Beehive Bulletin - Fri, 22 Oct 2004
Friday, 22 October 2004, 2:24 pm | New Zealand Government
Douglas White QC will conduct an independent investigation into allegations surrounding Cabinet Minister, John Tamihere and the Waipareira Trust. Announcing the appointment, Acting Prime Minister Michael Cullen says Mr White will report back to the government ... More >>
Assessor named for Waiouru investigation
Friday, 22 October 2004, 1:33 pm | New Zealand Government
Defence Minister Mark Burton today announced that former High Court Judge, Hon David Morris is to be appointed to act as independent assessor for the Ministerial Inquiry to examine the responses and comments received relating to alleged abuses at the ... More >>
Maharey Speech: Skilled for the Future
Friday, 22 October 2004, 9:03 am | New Zealand Government
Good evening and thank you for this opportunity to speak at the National SkillEX Finals Awards Ceremony for 2004. I am a strong advocate for the trades and workplace learning. While this evening is about recognising individual excellence, it is also ... More >>
Goff Speech: Lawyers and Conveyancers legislation
Friday, 22 October 2004, 12:59 am | New Zealand Government
Address to the New Zealand Law Society Dinner, Auckland 7.30pm, 21 October 2004 More >>
Changes proposed to Charities Bill
Thursday, 21 October 2004, 5:14 pm | New Zealand Government
Commerce Minister Margaret Wilson today announced the government would commit $9.8 million to a proposed Charities Commission. More >>
Industry asked to contribute to pilot training
Thursday, 21 October 2004, 4:24 pm | New Zealand Government
The government is calling on the aviation industry to contribute more to the cost of pilot training, and to ensure that training is better linked to commercial aviation pilot jobs available in New Zealand. More >>
