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William Wallace Awards nominations open
Wednesday, 21 June 2017, 11:13 am | New Zealand Government
Minister for Children Anne Tolley says nominations are open for the 2017 William Wallace Awards which recognises outstanding achievements by young people in care. More >>
Settlement of Kaikōura claims progressing well
Wednesday, 21 June 2017, 10:10 am | New Zealand Government
The Minister Responsible for the Earthquake Commission Gerry Brownlee says settlement offers for the majority of claims from the Kaikōura earthquake are on track to be made by the end of the year. More >>
Funding approved for Auckland’s Lincoln Road improvements
Wednesday, 21 June 2017, 9:04 am | New Zealand Government
Transport Minister Simon Bridges is welcoming the approval of $46.4 million in advanced funding by the NZ Transport Agency to Auckland Transport for the construction of the Lincoln Road Corridor Improvements Project. More >>
Speech: Peter Dunne - Achievements in digital transformation
Tuesday, 20 June 2017, 9:04 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Peter Dunne Minister of Internal Affairs 20 June 2017 Speech Milestones and Achievements in digital transformation: GCIO Stakeholder event Parliament Buildings Kia ora and good evening everyone. Welcome to all of you to celebrate the achievement ... More >>
$6m for more youth enterprise initiatives
Tuesday, 20 June 2017, 9:02 pm | New Zealand Government
Youth Minister Nikki Kaye tonight announced details of the $6 million investment over four years under Budget 2017 to fund more youth enterprise initiatives. Ms Kaye made the announcement at Victoria University’s Rutherford Building in Wellington, ... More >>
Scholarships for aspiring Pacific health professionals
Tuesday, 20 June 2017, 4:37 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Nicky Wagner Associate Minister of Health 20 June 2017 Media Statement Scholarships for aspiring Pacific health professionals Associate Health Minister Nicky Wagner is congratulating 25 tertiary students awarded Pacific Health Scholarships during ... More >>
Legislation Bill introduced
Tuesday, 20 June 2017, 3:21 pm | New Zealand Government
A bill to improve public access to the law has been introduced to Parliament, Attorney-General Christopher Finlayson announced today. “This Government is committed to producing an accessible, clear and up-to-date statute book,” Mr Finlayson said. “The Legislation ... More >>
Shortlist announced for Christchurch social housing transfer
Tuesday, 20 June 2017, 3:07 pm | New Zealand Government
Three Community Housing Providers have been given the opportunity to present formal proposals to take over up to 2500 Housing New Zealand properties and tenancies in Christchurch, the Government announced today. More >>
Minister celebrates World Refugee Day
Tuesday, 20 June 2017, 2:35 pm | New Zealand Government
World Refugee Day is an opportunity to celebrate the strength, courage and tenacity of refugees around the world and acknowledge the contribution they make here in New Zealand, says Immigration Minister Michael Woodhouse. More >>
PACER Plus NIA released as agreement tabled
Tuesday, 20 June 2017, 2:09 pm | New Zealand Government
Trade Minister Todd McClay tabled the PACER Plus trade and development agreement in Parliament today and has released the National Interest Analysis (NIA), which sets out the benefits of this landmark agreement. More >>
Disability Rights Commissioner appointed
Tuesday, 20 June 2017, 11:54 am | New Zealand Government
Disability advocate and former paralympian Paula Tesoriero has been appointed as the Human Rights Commission’s next Disability Rights Commissioner, Associate Justice Minister Mark Mitchell announced today. The position of Disabilities Rights Commissioner ... More >>
Tap turned ‘on’ for Gisborne water recharge project
Tuesday, 20 June 2017, 11:15 am | New Zealand Government
A trial project to recharge the Makauri aquifer near Gisborne and deliver an economic boost to the region has been officially started by Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy today. More >>
Brand new school facilities enhance refugee education
Tuesday, 20 June 2017, 10:46 am | New Zealand Government
Associate Education Minister Tim Macindoe is today, on World Refugee Day, welcoming the opening of new education facilities at the Mangere Refugee Resettlement Centre in Auckland. More >>
Million-container milestone for Port of Tauranga
Tuesday, 20 June 2017, 10:32 am | New Zealand Government
Million-container milestone for Port of Tauranga Transport Minister Simon Bridges has congratulated the Port of Tauranga today, as the one millionth container this year passes through its terminal. “The Port of Tauranga is a leading New Zealand ... More >>
More investment in apprentices
Tuesday, 20 June 2017, 9:51 am | New Zealand Government
Hon Paul Goldsmith Minister for Tertiary Education, Skills and Employment Hon Louise Upston Associate Minister for Tertiary Education, Skills and Employment More >>
Private sector expertise for Expo 2020 steering group
Tuesday, 20 June 2017, 9:38 am | New Zealand Government
Foreign Minister Gerry Brownlee has today announced three senior appointments to oversee New Zealand’s involvement in Expo 2020, being held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). More >>
Finding new ways to support people with long-term pain
Tuesday, 20 June 2017, 9:09 am | New Zealand Government
Health Minister Jonathan Coleman is praising an innovative programme in the Far North which aims to better support people with long-term musculoskeletal conditions. More >>
Fulbright New Zealand grantees congratulated
Monday, 19 June 2017, 8:59 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Paul Goldsmith Minister of Science and Innovation 19 June 2017 Media Statement Fulbright New Zealand grantees congratulated More >>
Minister and Mayor host inaugural City Leaders’ Forum
Monday, 19 June 2017, 8:57 pm | New Zealand Government
Minister and Mayor host inaugural City Leaders’ Forum The inaugural City Leaders’ Forum was an open, productive and engaging discussion on the city’s regeneration, Minister supporting Greater Christchurch Regeneration Nicky Wagner and Christchurch ... More >>
New campaign to educate on Consumer Guarantees Act
Monday, 19 June 2017, 4:38 pm | New Zealand Government
Media Statement New campaign to educate on Consumer Guarantees Act A new information programme has been launched to educate New Zealand businesses and consumers about their rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act, Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister ... More >>
