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Another Opposition housing myth busted
Thursday, 6 July 2017, 1:48 pm | New Zealand Government
Claims by Opposition parties that building consent figures are not a reliable measure of new home completions have been disproved by a Statistics New Zealand report released today, Building and Construction Minister Dr Nick Smith says. More >>
Ngāti Tamaoho Treaty settlement bill passes first reading
Thursday, 6 July 2017, 12:53 pm | New Zealand Government
The House of Representatives sat through extended sitting hours this morning to pass the Ngāti Tamaoho Claims Settlement Bill through its first reading. The Bill has been referred to the Māori Affairs Committee. More >>
Grant to support innovative coastal dune protection trial
Thursday, 6 July 2017, 12:08 pm | New Zealand Government
Pest koi carp will be processed as a native plant fertiliser in a dune restoration programme, Associate Environment Minister Scott Simpson announced today. More >>
18 appointments to CRI and REANNZ boards
Thursday, 6 July 2017, 10:43 am | New Zealand Government
Science and Innovation Minister Paul Goldsmith today announced a number of new appointments, and reappointments to the boards of six Crown Research Institutes (CRIs) and Research & Education Advanced Network New Zealand Ltd (REANNZ). More >>
Hon Michael Woodhouse: Speech to RSE Conference
Thursday, 6 July 2017, 10:34 am | New Zealand Government
Good Morning and thank you for that introduction Mike. Thank you to Horticulture NZ for the invitation to come and speak to you. It’s fantastic to be here in Blenheim at this wonderful Convention Centre – what a great facility. More >>
Strong economy delivers growing surplus
Thursday, 6 July 2017, 10:30 am | New Zealand Government
The Government accounts for the eleven months to 31 May 2017 show a surplus of $4.5 billion, $1.5 billion ahead of the budget forecast, says Finance Minister Steven Joyce. More >>
Exploring economic opportunities from transport technology
Thursday, 6 July 2017, 9:55 am | New Zealand Government
The Ministry of Transport and BusinessNZ are partnering to commission a study into how New Zealand’s economy can benefit from transport innovation, Transport Minister Simon Bridges says. More >>
New social housing to be built in Wellington
Thursday, 6 July 2017, 9:43 am | New Zealand Government
Work has begun on 145 new social housing units to be built across Wellington as the Government invests in more social housing for those in need, Social Housing and Housing New Zealand Minister Amy Adams has announced. More >>
Waitakere wetlands and waterways supported
Wednesday, 5 July 2017, 3:26 pm | New Zealand Government
A collaboration of Waitakere community groups will be supported with a $281,865 grant in their work monitor and make restoration plans for local wetlands and waterways, including the Epping Wetland which has high ecological values. Associate Environment ... More >>
Quake insurance advisory service extended
Wednesday, 5 July 2017, 1:09 pm | New Zealand Government
Minister supporting Greater Christchurch Regeneration Nicky Wagner is welcoming the extension of the Residential Advisory Service (RAS). The Government has approved $600,000 to extend the service until the end of December 2017. More >>
Justice Precinct a step closer to completion
Wednesday, 5 July 2017, 12:24 pm | New Zealand Government
Christchurch’s Justice and Emergency Services Precinct has reached a key milestone with the commencement of the fit-out of the Justice Building, says Justice and Courts Minister Amy Adams. More >>
Humanitarian Assistance for War-Torn Iraq
Wednesday, 5 July 2017, 11:00 am | New Zealand Government
New Zealand will contribute $1.5 million to the International Committee of the Red Cross for crucial humanitarian assistance in Iraq, Foreign Minister Gerry Brownlee has announced. More >>
Increase in MSD clients using online services
Wednesday, 5 July 2017, 9:58 am | New Zealand Government
Increase in MSD clients using online services Social Development Minister Anne Tolley says more MSD clients are now accessing online services, making it easier for them to get the support they need. “We know that New Zealanders want more control of ... More >>
Sports board appointees step up to the plate
Wednesday, 5 July 2017, 9:15 am | New Zealand Government
5 July 2017 Sports board appointees step up to the plate Sport and Recreation Minister Jonathan Coleman has today announced a suite of new appointments to a range of sports boards. “I believe that strong leadership which sets a clear strategic direction ... More >>
Healthy Drug Law Parliamentary Symposium
Wednesday, 5 July 2017, 9:12 am | New Zealand Government
It is my great pleasure to welcome you all this morning to the Healthy Drug Law Parliamentary Symposium, and to our sponsor, the New Zealand Drug Foundation. More >>
Bill tackles meth, damage and unlawful tenancies
Tuesday, 4 July 2017, 9:21 pm | New Zealand Government
A Bill which provides better protections and clarity for tenants and landlords has passed its First Reading in Parliament 105-14, Building and Construction Minister Dr Nick Smith says. More >>
Improvements to land transfer system
Tuesday, 4 July 2017, 8:07 pm | New Zealand Government
Improvements to land transfer system New legislation just passed in Parliament ensures New Zealand’s land transfer system will continue to be modern and world-leading, says Land Information Minister Mark Mitchell. “The Land Transfer Bill reflects ... More >>
Offender identity Bill passes second reading
Tuesday, 4 July 2017, 8:06 pm | New Zealand Government
A Bill seeking to strengthen how agencies verify the identity of offenders has passed its second reading in Parliament with overwhelming support, says Justice Minister Amy Adams. The Enhancing Identity Verification and Border Processes Legislation Bill ... More >>
Government announces funding for innovative business model
Tuesday, 4 July 2017, 8:05 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Alfred Ngaro Minister for the Community and Voluntary Sector Hon Te Ururoa Flavell Minister for Māori Development More >>
North Korea missile tests unacceptable
Tuesday, 4 July 2017, 4:59 pm | New Zealand Government
North Korea missile tests unacceptable Foreign Minister Gerry Brownlee has condemned today’s test launch of a ballistic missile by North Korea. “North Korea has now tested more than a dozen ballistic missiles this year,” Mr Brownlee says. “Like ... More >>
