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Funding for three new tourism projects
Friday, 13 May 2016, 11:11 am | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister and Tourism Minister John Key today announced the Government is investing in three new projects to help boost tourism in the regions. More >>
Budget 2016: Tourism sector gets further boost
Friday, 13 May 2016, 11:05 am | New Zealand Government
The Government will invest an additional $20 million over four years to further support tourism across New Zealand, Prime Minister and Tourism Minister John Key announced today. More >>
It’s fantastic to be back here at TRENZ.
Friday, 13 May 2016, 11:02 am | New Zealand Government
Good morning, It’s fantastic to be back here at TRENZ. I’d like to thank the Tourism Industry Association for having me here today. More >>
Term extended for Southern DHB commissioner
Friday, 13 May 2016, 11:00 am | New Zealand Government
Term extended for Southern DHB commissioner Health Minister Jonathan Coleman says the New Zealand Public Health and Disability (Southern DHB) Elections Bill has passed its third and final reading 95-26. “I would like to acknowledge the cross-party ... More >>
Search underway for new Chief Electoral Officer
Friday, 13 May 2016, 10:37 am | New Zealand Government
Justice Minister Amy Adams has welcomed the start of the search for a new Chief Electoral Officer. More >>
$210m Auckland interchange upgrades complete
Friday, 13 May 2016, 10:34 am | New Zealand Government
Transport Minister Simon Bridges today opened the Te Atatū and Lincoln Road Interchanges, a $210 million Government investment to increase capacity and ensure greater resilience for Auckland’s roading network. More >>
New payments system for hosting pokie machines
Friday, 13 May 2016, 10:15 am | New Zealand Government
The Government has agreed to a new payments system for venues hosting pokie machines in bars and pubs, Internal Affairs Minister Peter Dunne said today. More >>
Parata to attend Crete commemorations
Friday, 13 May 2016, 10:13 am | New Zealand Government
Education Minister Hekia Parata leaves for Greece today to represent New Zealand at the 75th anniversary commemorations of the Battle of Crete. “The commemorations are an opportunity to honour the service and sacrifice of the young New Zealanders ... More >>
Alcohol the focus of Police operation
Friday, 13 May 2016, 9:23 am | New Zealand Government
Police will take a zero tolerance approach to alcohol-related disorder in Auckland City this weekend. Operation Relentless, which will focus on preventing alcohol-related crime on Saturday, will concentrate on recognised areas within Auckland City, including ... More >>
New Zealand strengthens commitment to combat bribery
Friday, 13 May 2016, 8:48 am | New Zealand Government
New Zealand has affirmed its commitment to combat bribery following the conclusion of the London Anti-Corruption Summit today. More >>
TPP Bill has its first reading in Parliament
Thursday, 12 May 2016, 4:49 pm | New Zealand Government
Trade Minister Todd McClay has welcomed the first reading of the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement Amendment Bill in Parliament today. More >>
Feedback sought on taxation of employee share schemes
Thursday, 12 May 2016, 4:32 pm | New Zealand Government
An officials’ issues paper seeking feedback on the taxation of employee share schemes was today release for consultation, Revenue Minister Michael Woodhouse says. More >>
#MyAnzacDay photo competition winners announced
Thursday, 12 May 2016, 3:37 pm | New Zealand Government
Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Maggie Barry has congratulated the winners of a photo competition which challenged New Zealanders to define their modern Anzac Day experience. More >>
New appointments to Vulnerable Children’s Board
Thursday, 12 May 2016, 1:38 pm | New Zealand Government
Social Development Minister Anne Tolley has announced four new independent appointments to the Vulnerable Children’s Board to help support the overhaul of New Zealand’s care and protection system. More >>
Pre-Budget Speech to the Wellington Chamber of Commerce
Thursday, 12 May 2016, 1:32 pm | New Zealand Government
Good afternoon everyone. It’s a pleasure to be with you again. Thank you to the Wellington Employers’ Chamber of Commerce for once again organising this pre-Budget lunch. More >>
Cochlear implants programme delivers results
Thursday, 12 May 2016, 11:13 am | New Zealand Government
Health Minister Jonathan Coleman says a Ministry of Health review of the cochlear implant programme for children shows positive results. More >>
Police seek man over allegation of threatening behaviour
Thursday, 12 May 2016, 11:05 am | New Zealand Government
Hawke's Bay Police would like to speak to Taurus Christy in relation to allegations of threatening behaviour. More >>
First reading of Te Ture Whenua Māori
Thursday, 12 May 2016, 10:51 am | New Zealand Government
Hon Te Ururoa Flavell Te Minita Whakawhanaketanga Māori Minister for Māori Development 11 May 2016 Media Statement First reading of Te Ture Whenua Māori Māori Development Minister Te Ururoa Flavell welcomed the first reading of Te Ture Whenua Māori Bill ... More >>
Improving criminal law for family violence victims
Thursday, 12 May 2016, 10:36 am | New Zealand Government
Justice Minister Amy Adams today welcomed the Law Commission’s comprehensive report on improving criminal law relating to family violence victims who commit homicide acting in self-defence. More >>
Education funding advisory group appointed
Thursday, 12 May 2016, 10:35 am | New Zealand Government
Education Minister Hekia Parata today announced the appointment of an advisory group to consider possible changes to the education funding systems. More >>
