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$700,000 for Rangitīkei Awa clean-up
Friday, 2 September 2016, 9:19 am | New Zealand Government
The Rangitīkei Awa is the latest waterway to get a funding boost from the Government to improve its water quality, Environment Minister Dr Nick Smith and Māori Party Co-leaders Te Ururoa Flavell and Marama Fox announced today. More >>
Technology Challenge allocates $826,000 for ten new projects
Thursday, 1 September 2016, 2:56 pm | New Zealand Government
Science and Innovation Minister Steven Joyce announced today that the Science for Technological Innovation National Science Challenge will invest $826,000 in 10 ambitious new research projects to develop disruptive technology for industry. More >>
Public invited to meetings on Trade Policy
Thursday, 1 September 2016, 2:48 pm | New Zealand Government
Trade Minister Todd McClay has called a series of meetings where the public can share their views on the shape of a refreshed Trade Policy Strategy for New Zealand. More >>
New appointment to TEC board
Thursday, 1 September 2016, 2:30 pm | New Zealand Government
Tertiary Education, Skills and Employment Minister Steven Joyce has today announced a new appointment to the board of the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC). More >>
Fairway Resolution Ltd board appointment
Thursday, 1 September 2016, 1:14 pm | New Zealand Government
ACC Minister Nikki Kaye today announced the appointment of Rachel Farrant to the board of Crown company Fairway Resolution Ltd, effective from 1 September 2016. More >>
Minister welcomes updated insulation standard
Thursday, 1 September 2016, 12:12 pm | New Zealand Government
New guidelines on how to effectively install insulation are being welcomed by Building and Housing Minister Dr Nick Smith. More >>
Kiwis benefiting from pill-free prescriptions
Thursday, 1 September 2016, 12:09 pm | New Zealand Government
Health Minister Jonathan Coleman says adults and their families are benefiting from pill-free prescriptions with a new survey showing they are fitter and happier as a result. More >>
EECA funding focus to move beyond electricity
Thursday, 1 September 2016, 11:40 am | New Zealand Government
A change to the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority’s (EECA) levy funding will enable an increased focus on improving New Zealand’s energy productivity and reducing emissions, Energy and Resources Minister Simon Bridges says. More >>
New Consumer Protection website launched
Thursday, 1 September 2016, 11:23 am | New Zealand Government
Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Paul Goldsmith officially launched the redeveloped Consumer Protection website today at a forum in Wellington. More >>
Auckland pace of building continuing to grow
Thursday, 1 September 2016, 10:54 am | New Zealand Government
Development activity is continuing to gather pace in Auckland, according to the Auckland Housing Accord quarterly monitoring report released today by Building and Housing Minister Dr Nick Smith and Auckland Mayor Len Brown. More >>
Motorcycle Safety Advisory Council appointment
Thursday, 1 September 2016, 10:38 am | New Zealand Government
ACC Minister Nikki Kaye today announced that Joanne (Jo) Buckner has been appointed to the Motorcycle Safety Advisory Council (MSAC). More >>
HOP Strategy submissions close in 7 days
Wednesday, 31 August 2016, 4:31 pm | New Zealand Government
Associate Health Minister Peseta Sam Lotu-Iiga says there are just 7 days left to help shape the new Health of Older People (HOP) Strategy. More >>
New High Commissioner for Kiribati
Wednesday, 31 August 2016, 2:44 pm | New Zealand Government
Foreign Affairs Minister Murray McCully has announced Michael Upton as New Zealand’s next High Commissioner to Kiribati. More >>
Helping those with health conditions into work
Wednesday, 31 August 2016, 12:42 pm | New Zealand Government
Social Development Minister Anne Tolley says a new trial for beneficiaries with mental health conditions will start next month and will work with clients to support them into work. More >>
Procurement changes to drive electric vehicle uptake
Wednesday, 31 August 2016, 12:03 pm | New Zealand Government
Economic Development Minister Steven Joyce and Transport Minister Simon Bridges today announced the Government will seek to include additional electric vehicle providers in the All-of-Government (AoG) Vehicles contract to help further enhance the availability ... More >>
Official crime stats released today
Wednesday, 31 August 2016, 11:18 am | New Zealand Government
Official crime statistics for July 2016 released today by Statistics New Zealand today, show that Police recorded 11,171 more victimisations than the same period last year, which equates to a 2.3 per cent increase. More than three quarters of ... More >>
National bowel screening roll-out next steps
Wednesday, 31 August 2016, 10:49 am | New Zealand Government
Health Minister Jonathan Coleman says the bowel screening national roll-out programme is on track with Cabinet approving the business case. More >>
Funding for Far North dune lakes, wetland
Wednesday, 31 August 2016, 9:44 am | New Zealand Government
Environment Minister Dr Nick Smith and Māori Party Co-leader Te Ururoa Flavell have today announced funding of $320,000 for the restoration of two Far North dune lakes and a wetland. More >>
Improving freshwater management
Wednesday, 31 August 2016, 9:26 am | New Zealand Government
Thank you for the privilege of giving this 2016 Lincoln Environment lecture. I’d like to acknowledge Lincoln University Chancellor Tony Hall distinguished guests, fellow MPs, and the Centre for Nature Conservation staff who are hosting us tonight. More >>
600 more Christchurch homes a step closer
Tuesday, 30 August 2016, 3:37 pm | New Zealand Government
A $300 million, 600-home development on land at Christchurch’s Riccarton Racecourse is a step closer after the signing of a deed today, Building and Housing Minister Dr Nick Smith says. “The deed, between the Crown, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and ... More >>
