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Final decision for Russell Peninsula schools
Thursday, 1 July 2004, 5:52 pm | New Zealand Government
Following a 28-day consultation period, Education Minister Trevor Mallard confirmed today his decision to close three Russell Peninsula schools and establish a new school, in the interests of the education of local students. More >>
Local Government Law Reform Bill Nos 3 passed
Thursday, 1 July 2004, 1:33 pm | New Zealand Government
Law clarifies that people can stand for both a mayoralty and councillor position on the same council at this year's local authority elections More >>
Tax of death and asset distributions
Thursday, 1 July 2004, 1:10 pm | New Zealand Government
The government will clarify the income tax rules on transfers of assets at death and liabilities to beneficiaries, Revenue Minister Michael Cullen announced today. More >>
Varroa Research Gets SFF Fund Grant
Thursday, 1 July 2004, 11:53 am | New Zealand Government
The Sustainable Farming Fund is helping commission significant scientific research and development, Rural Affairs Minister Jim Sutton said today. More >>
Pacific Roundtable On WTO Issues, Wellington
Thursday, 1 July 2004, 11:52 am | New Zealand Government
Ladies and Gentlemen: I am delighted to welcome you to this meeting ? the fourth time Wellington has hosted it, and the third time I have met with you. More >>
New $12 million fund for biotech collaboration
Thursday, 1 July 2004, 11:29 am | New Zealand Government
New Zealand biotechnology companies looking to build their business through increased collaboration with their Australian counterparts can now apply for funding out of a new, $12 million Australia-New Zealand Biotechnology Partnership Fund. More >>
New Zealanders favour renewable energy growth
Thursday, 1 July 2004, 11:27 am | New Zealand Government
An EECA study released today shows that New Zealanders overwhelmingly support wind energy and hydro electricity. More >>
Annette King: Adolescent Dental Health Project
Thursday, 1 July 2004, 11:24 am | New Zealand Government
Health Minister Annette King today launched the It's Free and It's All Good campaign, aimed at encouraging teenagers to visit the dentist. More >>
Taito Phillip Field - Cooks Islands Health Conf.
Thursday, 1 July 2004, 11:23 am | New Zealand Government
Hon Taito Phillip Field, speaking on behalf of Health Minister Annette King, stressed the value of countries working together regionally and said there was much to gain from a collaborative approach. More >>
Reading Is Cool Message For Hutt Kids
Thursday, 1 July 2004, 11:21 am | New Zealand Government
Government Book Week, which encourages children from low decile schools to get excited about reading, is getting underway in Hutt City. More >>
Extended Supervision Bill passed
Thursday, 1 July 2004, 11:20 am | New Zealand Government
High-risk child sex offenders will be supervised for up to 10 years after being released from jail, following the passage of the Parole (Extended Supervision) and Sentencing Amendment Bill today, says Justice Minister Phil Goff. More >>
PM to visit Sydney for tourism promotion
Thursday, 1 July 2004, 11:20 am | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister Helen Clark will be in Sydney next week for two events aimed at promoting New Zealand to corporate and tourism audiences. More >>
King welcomes reduced costs for older NZers
Thursday, 1 July 2004, 11:19 am | New Zealand Government
More than 305,000 older New Zealanders, who belong to a Primary Health Organisation, will now pay less when they visit their family doctor, says Health Minister Annette King. More >>
Cullen Address to National Beekeepers’ Association
Thursday, 1 July 2004, 8:35 am | New Zealand Government
Michael Cullen Address to National Beekeepers’ Association National Conference 2004 Napier War Memorial Conference Centre More >>
Upgrade to rail system can now begin – Cullen
Thursday, 1 July 2004, 8:00 am | New Zealand Government
“The rail network is now back in public ownership, bringing to an end one of the most disastrous privatisations in New Zealand history,” Finance Minister Michael Cullen announced today. More >>
Meat Bill passed by Parliament
Thursday, 1 July 2004, 7:59 am | New Zealand Government
The passing of the Meat Bill was the beginning of a new era for the meat and wool industries, Agriculture Minister Jim Sutton said today. More >>
New $12 million biotech collaboration fund
Thursday, 1 July 2004, 12:09 am | New Zealand Government
New Zealand biotechnology companies looking to build their business through increased collaboration with their Australian counterparts can now apply for funding out of a new, $12 million Australia-New Zealand Biotechnology Partnership Fund. More >>
Supreme Court increases access to justice
Thursday, 1 July 2004, 12:08 am | New Zealand Government
New Zealand's Supreme Court opened today with its historic first sitting. More >>
Visiting Forces Act comes into effect
Thursday, 1 July 2004, 12:07 am | New Zealand Government
Law relating to forces visiting New Zealand for training and exercise purposes has been updated for the first time since World War II. Parliament passed the Visiting Forces Act yesterday, bringing New Zealand into line with contemporary international ... More >>
Bill to improve fairness efficiency of proceedings
Thursday, 1 July 2004, 12:07 am | New Zealand Government
The Criminal Procedures Bill, which had its first reading in Parliament today, will allow criminal proceedings to be more efficiently managed, while ensuring maximum fairness for everyone involved, says Justice Minister Phil Goff. More >>
