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MfE consultation on proposed changes to HSNO Act
Wednesday, 28 April 2004, 4:43 pm | New Zealand Government
The Ministry for the Environment is seeking submissions on proposals to improve the management of hazardous substances under the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (HSNO) Act 1996, Acting Environment Minister David Benson-Pope said today. More >>
Deadline for Green Ribbon nominations closing in
Wednesday, 28 April 2004, 4:42 pm | New Zealand Government
There is only one week left for people to send their Green Ribbon Award entries to the Ministry for the Environment. More >>
Goff launches online legal information service
Wednesday, 28 April 2004, 2:15 pm | New Zealand Government
A new website called LawAccess, which provides public access to an extensive range of law-related information, will be launched today by Justice Minister Phil Goff More >>
Visitor expenditure increases again
Wednesday, 28 April 2004, 1:42 pm | New Zealand Government
International visitors injected $6.4 billion into the New Zealand economy in 2003—an impressive 3.9 per cent increase on 2002’s record figures, and a continuation of tourism’s strong growth trend. More >>
Racing minister to visit Addington
Wednesday, 28 April 2004, 11:10 am | New Zealand Government
Racing Minister Damien O'Connor will cast aside his ministerial suit and tie tomorrow for a tandem sulky ride at Addington raceway in Christchurch. More >>
Burton: Building a reputation for excellence
Wednesday, 28 April 2004, 10:24 am | New Zealand Government
Mark Burton Speech: Building a reputation for excellence - New Zealand's tourism sector in 2004 More >>
Mark Burton: Anzac day speech
Wednesday, 28 April 2004, 10:22 am | New Zealand Government
Today, as we remember those who served in our past, I want to pay respect to those men and women who right now continue that service to, and on behalf of, New Zealand. More >>
Visitor expenditure increases again
Wednesday, 28 April 2004, 12:33 am | New Zealand Government
International visitors injected $6.4 billion into the New Zealand economy in 2003—an impressive 3.9 per cent increase on 2002’s record figures, and a continuation of tourism’s strong growth trend. More >>
Goff launches on-line legal information service
Wednesday, 28 April 2004, 12:30 am | New Zealand Government
Justice Minister Phil Goff will today launch a new website called LawAccess, which provides public access to an extensive range of law-related information. More >>
Visitor expenditure increases again
Wednesday, 28 April 2004, 12:12 am | New Zealand Government
International visitors injected $6.4 billion into the New Zealand economy in 2003-an impressive 3.9 per cent increase on 2002's record figures. More >>
GG, Goff, to attend Ratu Mara's funeral
Tuesday, 27 April 2004, 5:54 pm | New Zealand Government
Governor-General Dame Silvia Cartwright and Foreign Minister Phil Goff are to attend the state funeral of Fijian statesman Ratu Sir Kamisese Mara on Friday. More >>
Statement From Tariana Turia On Seabed & Foreshore
Tuesday, 27 April 2004, 5:16 pm | New Zealand Government
I have heard the consistent call in my electorate – from Tirau to Tawa - to oppose the Bill and put forward their views to my colleagues. I have advised the Prime Minister, as directed by my constituency, of the clear opposition to the Bill from the people ... More >>
Fletcher Bldg. seeks Negotiated Greenhouse Agmnt.
Tuesday, 27 April 2004, 1:18 pm | New Zealand Government
"Negotiated Greenhouse Agreements (NGAs) are a key element of New Zealand's climate change policy, says the Convenor of the Ministerial Group on Climate Change, Pete Hodgson. "These agreements will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions while ... More >>
Mr Hide owes apology to NZ trade promotion agency
Tuesday, 27 April 2004, 9:10 am | New Zealand Government
Opposition MP Rodney Hide owes an apology to the country's trade promotion agency after one of his latest hastily put-together statements. More >>
NZ to support UNICEF work in North Korea
Tuesday, 27 April 2004, 8:32 am | New Zealand Government
NZ to support UNICEF work in North Korea New Zealand is providing NZ$540,000 to the United Nations Children’s Fund, UNICEF, for its programme in North Korea, says Foreign Minister Phil Goff. More >>
Legal support for Inquiry participants
Monday, 26 April 2004, 4:08 pm | New Zealand Government
Two lawyers will be made available for complainants and police officers involved in the Commission of Inquiry into Police Misconduct, says Attorney-General Margaret Wilson. More >>
History Beckons Onwards: Learning for Liberation
Monday, 26 April 2004, 4:05 pm | New Zealand Government
What a wonderful day! This morning we witnessed the full glory of our tikanga, expressed in karakia, haka and waiata, as we celebrate the opening of this new site and ensure the safety and security of the staff and students who will occupy this new campus. More >>
Study predicts access boost from Thai trade deal
Monday, 26 April 2004, 4:01 pm | New Zealand Government
Significantly improved access for New Zealand’s exports to Thailand is expected following the negotiation of a Closer Economic Partnership agreement, according to a joint study conducted by the two governments. More >>
Police roll out new vehicles
Monday, 26 April 2004, 4:00 pm | New Zealand Government
The first 10 of an estimated 850 new police vehicles to be bought under a new police vehicle purchase programme were displayed on Parliament's forecourt today. More >>
New police vehicles on Parliamentary forecourt
Monday, 26 April 2004, 3:54 pm | New Zealand Government
Last October Police Minister George Hawkins announced the police vehicle purchase programme would increase by up to $29.2m for each of the next three financial years. More >>
