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New redeveloped school opened on Great Barrier Island
Friday, 19 February 2016, 10:59 am | New Zealand Government
A $1.3 million redevelopment of Mulberry Grove School on Great Barrier Island was officially opened by Associate Education Minister Nikki Kaye today. “This redevelopment was needed because the existing school buildings, situated next to the sea, contained ... More >>
Consultation begins on AEOI implementation
Friday, 19 February 2016, 10:29 am | New Zealand Government
The OECD’s automatic exchange of information (AEOI) initiative will set a global standard for sharing information with the objective of minimising tax evasion, says Revenue Minister Michael Woodhouse. More >>
Mid-year accounts broadly in-line with forecasts
Friday, 19 February 2016, 10:26 am | New Zealand Government
The Government’s accounts for the six months to 31 December show spending remains under control – reflecting a continued focus on fiscal responsibility, Finance Minister Bill English says. More >>
Social Housing Reform Bill passed into law
Thursday, 18 February 2016, 6:10 pm | New Zealand Government
Growing a strong and vibrant community housing sector that understands local needs is good for vulnerable New Zealanders, Social Housing Minister Paula Bennett says. More >>
$150m investment in care and support workers
Thursday, 18 February 2016, 4:21 pm | New Zealand Government
The Home and Community Support (Payment for Travel Between Clients) Settlement Bill passed its third reading in Parliament today. More >>
Foss welcomes increased access to data
Thursday, 18 February 2016, 3:31 pm | New Zealand Government
Statistics Minister Craig Foss is welcoming a new website that enables New Zealanders to easily find and use government data. More >>
Minister welcomes first Police graduates of 2016
Thursday, 18 February 2016, 2:54 pm | New Zealand Government
Police Minister Judith Collins today welcomed 38 new police officers in the first recruit wing of 2016 to successfully achieve constabulary status. Ms Collins joined family and friends to celebrate the attestation parade of Wing 294 at the Royal New ... More >>
Customs K-9s graduate
Thursday, 18 February 2016, 2:22 pm | New Zealand Government
Customs Minister Nicky Wagner today congratulated Customs’ three new detector dog teams ahead of their graduation today at the Police Dog Training Centre in Trentham. More >>
One million fewer letters, improved services for clients
Thursday, 18 February 2016, 1:29 pm | New Zealand Government
Social Development Minister Anne Tolley says Work and Income is continuing to provide a better service for clients while reducing costs for taxpayers by sending out fewer letters and improving the way it interacts with beneficiaries. Work and Income is ... More >>
Speech to the Institute of Public Administration New Zealand
Thursday, 18 February 2016, 12:01 pm | New Zealand Government
It is a pleasure to speak with you again, for what I make as my eighth time as Finance Minister. More >>
Final data-set enhances at-risk youth profile
Thursday, 18 February 2016, 12:00 pm | New Zealand Government
Further data on the risk factors that indicate children are likely to lead difficult lives has been released today, giving social service providers valuable insights into the issues these vulnerable children face, Finance Minister Bill English says. More >>
Recruiting the next State Services Commissioner
Thursday, 18 February 2016, 11:04 am | New Zealand Government
State Services Minister Paula Bennett has today announced that the process for appointing the next State Services Commissioner will soon begin, with applications expected to open in March. More >>
Statement on David Bain’s application for compensation
Thursday, 18 February 2016, 10:40 am | New Zealand Government
In response to speculation in media today about David Bain’s compensation claim, Justice Minister Amy Adams said: More >>
Construction of NZICC underway
Thursday, 18 February 2016, 10:37 am | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism John Key, and Minister for Economic Development Steven Joyce, today turned the first sod on construction of the New Zealand International Convention Centre in Auckland. “SkyCity has now started construction on what will ... More >>
Kiwis encouraged to celebrate Pacific languages
Thursday, 18 February 2016, 10:10 am | New Zealand Government
Pacific Peoples Minister Peseta Sam Lotu-Iiga is urging all Kiwis to learn a few words of another Pacific language this year to keep the use of these languages alive in New Zealand. “While almost all New Zealanders will understand simple sayings ... More >>
$4.75m for international science partnerships
Wednesday, 17 February 2016, 2:37 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Steven Joyce Minister of Science and Innovation 17 February 2016 $4.75m for international science partnerships More >>
Ahuwhenua Trophy finalists announced
Wednesday, 17 February 2016, 2:32 pm | New Zealand Government
Māori Development Minister Te Ururoa Flavell and Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy have congratulated this year’s Ahuwhenua Trophy competition finalists, celebrating excellence in Māori farming. More >>
Support continues after latest shake
Wednesday, 17 February 2016, 2:07 pm | New Zealand Government
Associate Minister for Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Nicky Wagner says Sunday’s earthquake provides a timely reminder that it is OK for people to reach out and take advantage of the free counselling and support services on offer. More >>
Sexual violence victims benefiting from Offender Levy
Wednesday, 17 February 2016, 2:05 pm | New Zealand Government
Victims of sexual violence and their families are receiving financial grants and support services thanks to the Government’s Offender Levy, says Justice Minister Amy Adams. More >>
Prime Minister to visit Sri Lanka
Wednesday, 17 February 2016, 1:17 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister John Key will make an official visit to Sri Lanka next week to highlight the growing commercial and political ties between the two countries. Mr Key will meet with Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe ... More >>
