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Ngäti Awa bill first reading
Tuesday, 31 August 2004, 3:48 pm | New Zealand Government
The Ngäti Awa Claims Settlement Bill began its first reading in parliament today. More >>
Petty politicking can’t take shine off NZ Idol
Tuesday, 31 August 2004, 3:26 pm | New Zealand Government
The Broadcasting Minister, Steve Maharey, says opposition politicking around the hugely successful New Zealand Idol programme is pathetic. More >>
Areas chosen for Family Safety Team pilot
Tuesday, 31 August 2004, 2:58 pm | New Zealand Government
A pilot programme aimed at reducing domestic violence will see Family Safety Teams established in Wairarapa/Hutt Valley, Auckland/Hamilton, Christchurch, and Counties Manukau, Justice Minister Phil Goff said today. More >>
Areas chosen for Family Safety Team pilot
Tuesday, 31 August 2004, 2:53 pm | New Zealand Government
A pilot programme aimed at reducing domestic violence will see Family Safety Teams established in Wairarapa/Hutt Valley, Auckland/Hamilton, Christchurch, and Counties Manukau, Justice Minister Phil Goff said today. More >>
Care of heritage properties
Tuesday, 31 August 2004, 1:01 pm | New Zealand Government
The government has adopted new standards to ensure its historic heritage properties are well cared for, Associate Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage Judith Tizard announced today. More >>
Wellington Railway Station upgrade welcomed
Tuesday, 31 August 2004, 9:16 am | New Zealand Government
Wellington MPs are welcoming government support for the Wellington Railway Station, Wellington Central MP Marian Hobbs said today. The cabinet has approved a works package to complete the station upgrade and officials will be talking to Wellington City ... More >>
Cullen's Address to Argentine Business Association
Tuesday, 31 August 2004, 9:00 am | New Zealand Government
Argentina and New Zealand share important common interests. We have a long track record of excellent cooperation in key areas such as the Cairns Group, the United Nations, and Antarctica. However, for much of our history the fact is that we have ... More >>
Fairness, certainty aim of Identity Bill changes
Tuesday, 31 August 2004, 8:48 am | New Zealand Government
Proposed changes to the Identity (Citizenship and Travel Documents) Bill will ensure certainty and fairness for applicants, Internal Affairs Minister George Hawkins and Ethnic Affairs Minister Chris Carter say. More >>
Margaret Wilson's leave has been extended.
Tuesday, 31 August 2004, 8:41 am | New Zealand Government
Following minor surgery in July, the minister suffered a fall resulting in an impact fracture. She is undergoing restorative surgery today. More >>
Hutt Valley DHB Excellence Community Health Awards
Tuesday, 31 August 2004, 12:02 am | New Zealand Government
Health Minister Annette King hosted the Hutt Valley DHB's Excellence in Community Health Awards, commending the board for its innovative projects and forward-thinking approach. More >>
Strong interest in Projects to Reduce Emissions
Monday, 30 August 2004, 1:46 pm | New Zealand Government
Businesses, local authorities, other organisations and individuals are showing strong interest in tendering for Kyoto Protocol emission units or 'carbon credits' for projects that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions. More >>
The good 'global citizen'
Monday, 30 August 2004, 11:20 am | New Zealand Government
The number of New Zealanders who support giving international aid to poorer countries is growing, according to a new public opinion poll released today. More >>
Cunliffe Speech: Retirement income adequacy
Monday, 30 August 2004, 9:31 am | New Zealand Government
David Cunliffe Speech: Retirement income adequacy – current and future policies: address to ASFONZ National Conference. More >>
Mining industry experiencing considerable growth
Monday, 30 August 2004, 12:49 am | New Zealand Government
Firstly welcome to our international visitors, ladies and gentlemen. It is always a pleasure to visit the South Island, in particular Nelson where there is a strong tradition of exploration and mining. More >>
Stop dragging students through mud
Friday, 27 August 2004, 1:18 pm | New Zealand Government
Acting Education Minister Steve Maharey called on Bill English today to hand over his so-called evidence of wrongdoing at Hauraki Plains College and stop dragging the school, its teachers and its young students through the mud. More >>
Beehive Bulletin - Fri, 27 Aug 2004
Friday, 27 August 2004, 1:08 pm | New Zealand Government
Reported crime falling - $20m boost for innovation -Protection for Motueka River - Govt announces tourism research project - Govt receives first Bioethics Council report More >>
Aquaculture reforms on track to deliver progress
Friday, 27 August 2004, 9:52 am | New Zealand Government
Reform of the aquaculture industry and better decisions about marine space came a step closer today when the Aquaculture Reform Bill passed it's first reading in Parliament. More >>
Maori Tourism goes cyber
Thursday, 26 August 2004, 5:12 pm | New Zealand Government
Associate Tourism Minister, Dover Samuels will be launching the new Maori Tourism website in Taupo at the New Zealand Tourism Conference tonight and believes it will be an important tool for attracting more overseas visitors to our unique country. More >>
GROWOtago - springboard for regional development
Thursday, 26 August 2004, 5:05 pm | New Zealand Government
Chair of the Otago Regional Council, Duncan Butcher; Chief Executive Otago Regional Council Graeme Martin; Chief Executive NIWA, Dr Rick Pridmore; Jeff Moreton from AgResearch; Central Otago District Mayor, Malcolm MacPherson… More >>
Growth spurt continues with the help of growOtago
Thursday, 26 August 2004, 5:05 pm | New Zealand Government
GROWOtago was launched in Cromwell today by Minister of Economic Development, Jim Anderton. Key comments and a link to full speech notes follows. More >>
