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More homes for the Hutt Valley
Tuesday, 4 July 2017, 9:33 am | New Zealand Government
Work is set to begin on a significant project to build and refurbish over 700 homes in the Hutt Valley, Social Housing and Housing New Zealand Minister Amy Adams has announced. More >>
Fuel Market Study released
Tuesday, 4 July 2017, 9:25 am | New Zealand Government
A study into New Zealand’s retail fuel market confirms that it has features which may not be consistent with a workably competitive market, Energy and Resources Minister Judith Collins says. More >>
$528,000 New Zealand Cycle Trail boost
Tuesday, 4 July 2017, 9:22 am | New Zealand Government
The Government is investing $528,000 in 12 new projects for the upkeep of the Great Rides of New Zealand Cycle Trail, Associate Tourism Minister Nicky Wagner announced today. More >>
Clearer career pathways through CNZ transition
Monday, 3 July 2017, 6:46 pm | New Zealand Government
Clearer career pathways through CNZ transition From today, Careers New Zealand staff and functions will become part of the Tertiary Education Commission, providing clearer pathways for students at school and beyond, Associate Minister for Tertiary Education, ... More >>
New plan to protect sea lions
Monday, 3 July 2017, 4:44 pm | New Zealand Government
New plan to protect sea lions A new Threat Management Plan released today will help protect endangered New Zealand sea lions, Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy and Conservation Minister Maggie Barry say. The New Zealand sea lion/rāpoka Threat ... More >>
Govt to invest $5m in Team New Zealand
Monday, 3 July 2017, 3:58 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government will invest $5 million in Emirates Team New Zealand to ensure it can retain key staff while planning is underway for the next America’s Cup regatta, Economic Development Minister Simon Bridges and Sports and Recreation Minister Jonathan ... More >>
Another ‘Significant Life Event’ service launched
Monday, 3 July 2017, 3:29 pm | New Zealand Government
Internal Affairs Minister Peter Dunne today launched the second service designed around significant events in the lives of New Zealanders. More >>
Social Investment Agency opens for business
Monday, 3 July 2017, 2:51 pm | New Zealand Government
The new Social Investment Agency (SIA) was launched today to transform the way social sector agencies deliver services to New Zealanders in need. “Social investment puts people at the heart of decision-making. It’s about improving the lives of ... More >>
New CRI contracts on their 25th anniversary
Monday, 3 July 2017, 12:15 pm | New Zealand Government
Science and Innovation Minister Paul Goldsmith has welcomed the start of new funding contracts for New Zealand’s Crown Research Institutes (CRIs), which will enable a more strategic approach to science as they celebrate their 25thanniversary during ... More >>
Science Board appointment announced
Monday, 3 July 2017, 12:13 pm | New Zealand Government
Science and Innovation Minister Paul Goldsmith today announced the appointment of Dr Andrew McLeod to the Science Board for a term of three years. The Science Board is responsible for investing funding used predominantly by research organisations ... More >>
Further $3 million investment in Bay of Plenty schools
Monday, 3 July 2017, 9:59 am | New Zealand Government
Budget 2017 has already provided for around $30 million to increase capacity in Bay of Plenty and today Associate Education Minister Tim Macindoe announced a further $3 million will be invested in schools in the region. More >>
Law to save lives in earthquakes takes effect
Monday, 3 July 2017, 9:40 am | New Zealand Government
New laws requiring the identification and upgrade of earthquake prone buildings come into effect this week, Building and Construction Minister Dr Nick Smith says. More >>
Government releases review of waste disposal levy
Monday, 3 July 2017, 9:30 am | New Zealand Government
The review makes three specific recommendations to support targeted investment in areas that will return the greatest waste minimisation outcomes: More >>
Grant to find solution to hazardous treated timber waste
Sunday, 2 July 2017, 6:40 pm | New Zealand Government
Grant to investigate solution to hazardous treated timber waste Scion is to investigate the feasibility of remediating treated timber with government funding of $163,000, Associate Environment Minister Scott Simpson announced today. Chromated copper arsenate ... More >>
Climate Change Minister to Fiji
Sunday, 2 July 2017, 1:35 pm | New Zealand Government
Climate Change Minister to Fiji Climate Change Minister Paula Bennett will travel to Suva today to join Pacific Leaders and Ministers at a Climate Action Pacific Partnership (CAPP) event. More >>
Minister and Mayor consider symposium options
Sunday, 2 July 2017, 11:56 am | New Zealand Government
Minister and Mayor consider symposium options Minister supporting Greater Christchurch Regeneration Nicky Wagner and Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel say lessons from the Canterbury earthquakes will play a vital role in future emergency management ... More >>
Waterview Tunnel now open to traffic
Sunday, 2 July 2017, 11:54 am | New Zealand Government
Waterview Tunnel now open to traffic Transport Minister Simon Bridges says the opening of Auckland’s Waterview Tunnel to traffic is the most significant change in Auckland’s transport system since the opening of the Auckland Harbour Bridge in 1959. The first ... More >>
Entitlements for veterans and families increase
Saturday, 1 July 2017, 5:24 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon David Bennett Minister of Veterans’ Affairs 1 July 2017 Entitlements for veterans and families increase More >>
McClay announces FTA negotiations with Pacific Alliance
Saturday, 1 July 2017, 1:32 pm | New Zealand Government
McClay announces FTA negotiations with Pacific Alliance Trade Minister Todd McClay has announced the launch of free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations with Mexico, Chile, Colombia and Peru and says better market access and lower tariffs will be ... More >>
Kiwis invited to design badge for new Navy ship
Saturday, 1 July 2017, 1:30 pm | New Zealand Government
1 July 2017 Kiwis invited to design badge for new Navy ship New Zealanders are being invited to submit a badge design for the Royal New Zealand Navy’s newest and largest-ever ship, HMNZS Aotearoa. “This is a unique opportunity for all New Zealanders to play ... More >>
