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Rollout of fast internet for schools completed
Monday, 5 December 2016, 11:04 am | New Zealand Government
Education Minister Hekia Parata today welcomed the completion of the project to provide schools with fast, uncapped, Crown-funded internet. More >>
NZ taking world leadership role against invasive species
Monday, 5 December 2016, 9:48 am | New Zealand Government
Conservation Minister Maggie Barry today announced that New Zealand will take on a leadership role internationally, working with others to control and eradicate invasive alien species and protect native habitats. More >>
NZ-Iran Education Agreement signed in Tehran
Sunday, 4 December 2016, 9:35 pm | New Zealand Government
Trade Minister Todd McClay says New Zealand education institutions stand to benefit following the signing of an education cooperation agreement in Iran today. More >>
Thank you to all of our volunteers
Sunday, 4 December 2016, 1:58 pm | New Zealand Government
Community and Voluntary Sector Minister Jo Goodhew is welcoming International Volunteers Day tomorrow (5 December) and is acknowledging the contribution made by New Zealand’s volunteers. “My heartfelt thanks goes to all of those who volunteer, in particular ... More >>
Kiwis being targeted by drug syndicates
Sunday, 4 December 2016, 10:59 am | New Zealand Government
4 December 2016 Media Statement Kiwis being targeted by drug syndicates Transnational criminal networks are targeting and recruiting people to act as drug couriers, by either duping or enticing them, and New Zealanders should be aware of the risks, ... More >>
Funding for Hamilton’s Meteor Theatre
Saturday, 3 December 2016, 11:42 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Maggie Barry Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage 3 December 2016 Media Statement Funding for Hamilton’s Meteor Theatre More >>
Celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Saturday, 3 December 2016, 1:14 pm | New Zealand Government
Minister for Disability Issues 3 December 2016 Media Statement Celebrating the International Day of Persons with Disabilities International Day of Persons with Disabilities and is a chance to celebrate the progress we have made to improve the lives of disabled ... More >>
Appointments to NZ Film Commission Board
Friday, 2 December 2016, 4:37 pm | New Zealand Government
Two new members have been appointed to the New Zealand Film Commission Board, Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Maggie Barry has announced. More >>
Milk tankers to get access to Kaikoura
Friday, 2 December 2016, 3:23 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government has welcomed news that milk tankers and other essential freight will be given priority access in and out of Kaikoura on the inland road (route 70) from next week. More >>
Minister inspects $19m Invercargill Prison upgrade
Friday, 2 December 2016, 3:10 pm | New Zealand Government
Corrections Minister Judith Collins has today inspected the $19m upgrade of Invercargill Prison which will add another fifty years of life into the century old facility. The Department of Corrections has just completed a three year, three stage refurbishment, ... More >>
Appointment of Judge of the High Court
Friday, 2 December 2016, 2:20 pm | New Zealand Government
Auckland Queen’s Counsel Christine Gordon has been appointed a Judge of the High Court, Attorney-General Christopher Finlayson announced today. More >>
Trials help pregnant women quit smoking
Friday, 2 December 2016, 2:16 pm | New Zealand Government
Associate Health Minister Peseta Sam Lotu-Iiga has welcomed the positive results of two trial pilot programmes which have helped pregnant women quit smoking. More >>
Keeping older people active discussion paper
Friday, 2 December 2016, 11:53 am | New Zealand Government
Sport and Recreation Minister Jonathan Coleman welcomes the release of a discussion document that focuses on supporting older people to stay active. More >>
Good progress on investment attraction strategy
Friday, 2 December 2016, 11:40 am | New Zealand Government
Economic Development Minister Steven Joyce has welcomed news that New Zealand is attracting a higher level of quality international investment in three key areas. More >>
$697,000 to support racecourse safety and development
Friday, 2 December 2016, 11:34 am | New Zealand Government
Racing Minister Nathan Guy has announced new funding of $697,193 from the latest round of the Racing Safety Development Fund today, along with reappointing Penny Mudford as Chair of the group. More >>
New freight hub provides efficiency boost
Friday, 2 December 2016, 11:29 am | New Zealand Government
Transport Minister Simon Bridges has officially opened Coda’s new Intermodal Freight Hub in Otahuhu, one of the largest of its type in New Zealand. More >>
Business delegation to look at opportunities in Iran
Friday, 2 December 2016, 11:03 am | New Zealand Government
Trade Minister Todd McClay leads a senior-level business delegation on New Zealand’s first trade mission to Tehran in twelve years, today. More >>
“Waikato Story” to promote the Waikato region
Friday, 2 December 2016, 10:25 am | New Zealand Government
Economic Development Minister Steven Joyce today launched the Waikato Story , a regionally-led initiative to promote Waikato as a unique place to live, work, study, visit and invest. More >>
Second earthquake Bill passes in Parliament
Friday, 2 December 2016, 8:10 am | New Zealand Government
Leader of the House and Acting Civil Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee has welcomed the passing of the Hurunui/Kaikoura Earthquakes Emergency Relief Bill 2016 in Parliament today. More >>
Minister announces DHB Board appointments
Thursday, 1 December 2016, 4:43 pm | New Zealand Government
Health Minister Jonathan Coleman has announced the appointed members of 19 DHBs, including seven new board chair appointments. More >>
