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Amendments to the Dog Control Q&A
Monday, 14 April 2003, 5:09 pm | New Zealand Government
Yes, the Government has proposed substantial increases in the maximum penalties under the Dog Control Act. It is proposed that: More >>
New package of dog control initiatives announced
Monday, 14 April 2003, 5:07 pm | New Zealand Government
Fighting dog breeds - American Pit Bull Terriers, Brazilian Filas, Dogo Argentinos and Japanese Tosas - are to be muzzled in public under changes to dog control laws announced by Local Government Minister Chris Carter today. More >>
NZ pledges more money to cyclone hit Fiji
Monday, 14 April 2003, 1:36 pm | New Zealand Government
New Zealand will provide a further $400,000 to assist rehabilitation work in cyclone-hit Fiji, Foreign Minister Phil Goff and Aid Minister Marian Hobbs announced today while visiting Labasa, an area struck by January's Cyclone Ami. More >>
New penalties for releasing pests in sanctuaries
Monday, 14 April 2003, 9:20 am | New Zealand Government
Tough new prison terms and fines are to be introduced for people who sabotage New Zealand's wildlife sanctuaries, Conservation Minister Chris Carter announced today. More >>
Minister welcomes UK police
Monday, 14 April 2003, 9:18 am | New Zealand Government
Police Minister George Hawkins today welcomed 76 experienced United Kingdom police officers recruited specifically to serve in Auckland to the Royal New Zealand Police College. More >>
Beehive Bulletin For Week Ending
Friday, 11 April 2003, 6:02 pm | New Zealand Government
Draft determinations from regulatory authorities on both sides of the Tasman declining the Air New Zealand-Qantas deal as currently structured were to be expected, says Finance Minister Michael Cullen. The next step is for the airlines to respond to ... More >>
Goff welcomes Bougainville peace progress
Friday, 11 April 2003, 5:45 pm | New Zealand Government
Foreign Minister Phil Goff today expressed confidence the Bougainville peace process is heading for a successful conclusion following consultations with the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of PNG in Port Moresby. More >>
Accommodation survey highlights challenges
Friday, 11 April 2003, 3:12 pm | New Zealand Government
A record occupancy rate for February 2003 shows that the accommodation sector is still strong. More >>
NZ help for one of poorest Pacific countries
Friday, 11 April 2003, 1:52 pm | New Zealand Government
New Zealand is giving Papua New Guinea additional assistance of more than $100,000, Aid Minister Marian Hobbs announced today from PNG. More >>
Lianne Dalziel: Address to Master Builders
Friday, 11 April 2003, 11:01 am | New Zealand Government
On 1 January 2003, I assumed responsibility for the Building Act as Minister of Commerce. More >>
Discussion paper on GM-free labelling system
Friday, 11 April 2003, 10:59 am | New Zealand Government
A discussion paper on the development of a voluntary GM free labelling system for food and food products has been released today, says Consumer Affairs Minister Judith Tizard. More >>
MSA to oversee port and ship security
Friday, 11 April 2003, 8:38 am | New Zealand Government
Cabinet has agreed that the Maritime Safety Authority will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of new international requirements for port and ship security said Associate Minister of Transport, Harry Duynhoven today. More >>
Papers show Govt supporting business and jobs
Friday, 11 April 2003, 8:37 am | New Zealand Government
Papers showing that EDS will receive $1.5 million to create 360 high skilled jobs in New Zealand or return the money were released by Economic Development Minister Jim Anderton today. More >>
Transcript of Cullen on Air NZ-Qantas Deal
Friday, 11 April 2003, 8:28 am | New Zealand Government
The decision today by the Commerce Commission here and the ACCC in Australia was pretty much the expected one in terms of the actual decision or the draft decision, although I think some of the elements of it were not so expected. We are anticipating ... More >>
Parliamentary cricketers take it to another level
Thursday, 10 April 2003, 4:34 pm | New Zealand Government
Fresh from taking apart the diplomats a couple of weeks ago, the New Zealand Parliamentary cricket team will be looking to make it two in a row when they face up to a New Zealand Cricket inviational side, featuring several BlackCaps, this Sunday. More >>
Central North Island Treaty discussions continue
Thursday, 10 April 2003, 4:33 pm | New Zealand Government
Treaty Negotiations Minister Margaret Wilson will again meet with central North Island tribes to continue discussions on how Treaty claims in the region can move forward. More >>
Air NZ – Qantas deal enters next stage of process
Thursday, 10 April 2003, 3:19 pm | New Zealand Government
Finance Minister Michael Cullen said today that the draft determinations from the regulatory authorities on both sides of the Tasman declining the Air New Zealand-Qantas deal as currently structured were to be expected. More >>
Improved measures to prevent elder abuse
Thursday, 10 April 2003, 3:05 pm | New Zealand Government
Senior Citizens Minister Ruth Dyson has announced a package of initiatives to improve the protection of older people from abuse. They include evaluating current elder abuse and neglect prevention services, holding a forum of key stakeholders, and nominating ... More >>
Cultural tourism’s vital role recognised
Thursday, 10 April 2003, 11:56 am | New Zealand Government
Tourism Minister Mark Burton and Associate Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage Judith Tizard are seeking expressions of interest from Regional Tourism Organisations (RTOs) who are working with the cultural sector on innovative developments for cultural ... More >>
Marine Industry New Zealand annual meeting, Auck
Thursday, 10 April 2003, 11:26 am | New Zealand Government
Marine is one of New Zealand's flagship industries, representing innovation, outstanding craftsmanship, quality and technological excellence. More >>
