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Anti-money laundering laws pass unanimously
Thursday, 3 August 2017, 6:17 pm | New Zealand Government
Parliament has unanimously passed reforms to strengthen the existing Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism Act 2009, says Justice Minister Amy Adams. “Money laundering and the financing of terrorism is a global issue with serious ... More >>
A modern Land Transport Act
Thursday, 3 August 2017, 4:45 pm | New Zealand Government
More flexibility in small passenger services, mandatory alcohol interlock sentences, and tougher penalties for fleeing drivers will all become law following the passing of the Land Transport Amendment Bill today, Transport Minister Simon Bridges says. ... More >>
Delivering social housing for a growing Hamilton
Thursday, 3 August 2017, 3:24 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government has built 82 new social houses in the last year as Hamilton grows – with another 71 on their way, Social Housing Minister and Housing New Zealand Minister Amy Adams has announced. “153 new social houses in two years means those ... More >>
Marsden Fund Investment Plan released
Thursday, 3 August 2017, 2:27 pm | New Zealand Government
Science and Innovation Minister Paul Goldsmith says a new three year Investment Plan for the Marsden Fund, launched today by the Marsden Fund Council, will help guide the strategic direction of the fund and contribute to the National Statement of Science ... More >>
Waterview supporting our growing economy
Thursday, 3 August 2017, 2:25 pm | New Zealand Government
A month after the Waterview Tunnel opened to traffic, road users are benefiting from quicker, more reliable travel times and traffic flows across both local roads and Auckland’s motorway system, Transport Minister Simon Bridges says. More >>
Family violence emergency housing for Waikato
Thursday, 3 August 2017, 1:48 pm | New Zealand Government
Short-term housing will be provided to perpetrators of family violence in the Waikato to help ensure victims are kept safe and can stay in their own homes, says Justice and Social Housing Minister Amy Adams and Social Development Minister Anne Tolley. ... More >>
Applications open for Tourism Infrastructure Fund
Thursday, 3 August 2017, 12:35 pm | New Zealand Government
Tourism Minister Paula Bennett is calling on councils to apply for co-funding from the new $100 million Tourism Infrastructure Fund which opens today. More >>
NZ On Air Board appointment
Thursday, 3 August 2017, 12:14 pm | New Zealand Government
Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Maggie Barry has appointed Dunedin chartered accountant Stuart McLauchlan to NZ On Air. More >>
Tradies on the job at new transitional housing complex
Thursday, 3 August 2017, 11:32 am | New Zealand Government
Auckland’s newest transitional housing complex is under construction in Manurewa to help up to 216 vulnerable families and people a year in need of warm, dry secure housing, Social Housing Minister Amy Adams has announced. More >>
Funding results for earthquake recovery welcomed
Thursday, 3 August 2017, 11:27 am | New Zealand Government
Primary Industries and Civil Defence Minister Nathan Guy has welcomed the announcement of eight successful projects that will be supported by the $5 million Earthquake Recovery Fund. More >>
Haywards Interchange Officially Open
Thursday, 3 August 2017, 11:13 am | New Zealand Government
Transport Minister Simon Bridges today cut the ribbon to mark the operational completion of the $43 million State Highway 2/58 Haywards Interchange project. More >>
Government announces BEPS decisions
Thursday, 3 August 2017, 10:54 am | New Zealand Government
Finance Minister Steven Joyce and Revenue Minister Judith Collins have today announced the Government’s final decisions on proposals to address base erosion and profit shifting (BEPS). More >>
Low Interest & Interest Free Loans Save New Zealanders $500k
Thursday, 3 August 2017, 10:10 am | New Zealand Government
Social Development Minister Anne Tolley says the Community Finance Initiative is helping low income Kiwis to improve their financial capability and independence while saving thousands in interest. More >>
New Zealand Welcomes First Micro-Credentials
Thursday, 3 August 2017, 10:06 am | New Zealand Government
New Zealand's first micro-credential - a self-driving car engineering programme delivered online by Udacity, is now available, Tertiary Education, Skills and Employment Minister Paul Goldsmith says. More >>
New Chairs Appointed to Canterbury & South Canterbury DHBs
Thursday, 3 August 2017, 9:54 am | New Zealand Government
Chairs appointed to Canterbury and South Canterbury DHB Health Minister Jonathan Coleman has today appointed Chairs to the boards of Canterbury and South Canterbury DHB. More >>
Biosecurity heroes recognised at Parliament
Wednesday, 2 August 2017, 6:23 pm | New Zealand Government
Biosecurity heroes recognised at Parliament Biosecurity heroes from across the country were recognised in Wellington tonight with the announcement of the 2017 New Zealand Biosecurity Award recipients. Minister for Primary Industries Nathan Guy says the ... More >>
Speech: Dunne - Forest and Rural Fire Association NZ AGM
Wednesday, 2 August 2017, 6:17 pm | New Zealand Government
Good morning, Kia ora tatou everyone. Thank you for the opportunity to speak at your conference again. Firstly, I want to acknowledge a few people here with us today: · Dr Nicki Crauford, Deputy Chair, Fire and Emergency NZ Board · Kevin Ihaka, Chair ... More >>
Volunteer sector supported by record investment
Wednesday, 2 August 2017, 4:26 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Alfred Ngaro Minister for the Community and Voluntary Sector 2 August 2017 Media Statement Volunteer sector supported by record investment Record funding to the voluntary sector is supporting it to make an even bigger difference says Community and Voluntary ... More >>
Singapore fighter jets to train in New Zealand
Wednesday, 2 August 2017, 3:44 pm | New Zealand Government
A Republic of Singapore Air Force flying training exercise hosted by the Royal New Zealand Air Force will take place at the Ohakea Air Force base from 30 August to 25 September, says Defence Minister Mark Mitchell. More >>
Singapore fighter jets to train in New Zealand
Wednesday, 2 August 2017, 3:44 pm | New Zealand Government
Singapore fighter jets to train in New Zealand A Republic of Singapore Air Force flying training exercise hosted by the Royal New Zealand Air Force will take place at the Ohakea Air Force base from 30 August to 25 September, says Defence Minister ... More >>
