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Takeovers Panel appointments announced
Wednesday, 21 October 2015, 11:28 am | New Zealand Government
Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Paul Goldsmith has acknowledged the appointment of Sacha Judd and the reappointment of Simon Horner and Roger Wallis to the Takeovers Panel More >>
Health Strategy consultation starts next week
Wednesday, 21 October 2015, 11:21 am | New Zealand Government
Health Minister Jonathan Coleman says the Government will be consulting with the sector and the public on the draft updated New Zealand Health Strategy. More >>
Tougher penalties for fleeing drivers
Wednesday, 21 October 2015, 10:59 am | New Zealand Government
Police Minister Michael Woodhouse and Associate Transport Minister Craig Foss today announced stronger penalties for fleeing drivers and those who withhold information on fleeing drivers. “Failure to stop when required by a police officer represents ... More >>
Opportunities to cut NZ’s road transport emissions
Wednesday, 21 October 2015, 10:45 am | New Zealand Government
Transitioning to a low carbon economy and making the most of technology are significant themes in both my energy and transport portfolios. More >>
Businesses say paying tax is getting easier
Wednesday, 21 October 2015, 10:43 am | New Zealand Government
Doing business with Inland Revenue is 23 per cent easier than it was last year, says Revenue Minister Todd McClay. More >>
Further contractors sought for Metro Sports Facility
Wednesday, 21 October 2015, 10:38 am | New Zealand Government
Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee says interest is now being sought through the Government Electronic Tender Service (GETS) website from contractors wanting to be involved in planning the build of Christchurch’s Metro Sports Facility. More >>
New online tool demystifies cost of EVs
Wednesday, 21 October 2015, 9:34 am | New Zealand Government
An online tool aimed at demystifying the cost of running an electric vehicle (EV) has been officially launched by Transport and Energy and Resources Minister Simon Bridges this morning. More >>
The road ahead for transport fuels and fleets
Wednesday, 21 October 2015, 9:30 am | New Zealand Government
Good morning everyone, and thanks for the opportunity to present to you today. I’d like to start by talking a little about the role Government plays in ensuring the safe, efficient and reliable supply of transport fuels, minimising barriers to competition, ... More >>
Bill to streamline coronial processes passes second reading
Wednesday, 21 October 2015, 9:13 am | New Zealand Government
Reforms to make the coronial system more efficient and reduce the impact on families took a step forward in Parliament last night, says Justice Minister Amy Adams. More >>
Prime Minister congratulates Justin Trudeau
Wednesday, 21 October 2015, 9:00 am | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister John Key has tonight congratulated Justin Trudeau on his victory in the Canadian election. More >>
Bill on Child Support debt passes 2nd reading
Wednesday, 21 October 2015, 8:55 am | New Zealand Government
Bill on Child Support debt passes 2nd reading Revenue Minister Todd McClay says measures aimed at encouraging liable parents to meet their child support obligations and reduce unreasonable levels of long-term child support debt are a step closer, ... More >>
Groser to visit to Indonesia, Hong Kong and Europe
Wednesday, 21 October 2015, 8:52 am | New Zealand Government
Minister of Trade 20 October 2015 Groser to visit to Indonesia, Hong Kong and Europe More >>
Finance Minister to meet with Australian Treasurer
Tuesday, 20 October 2015, 5:10 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Bill English Minister of Finance 20 October 2015 Finance Minister to meet with Australian Treasurer More >>
New construction law better protects subbies
Tuesday, 20 October 2015, 4:29 pm | New Zealand Government
Subcontractors will benefit from Parliament’s passage today of the Construction Contracts Amendment Bill which will provide improved security of payment and better access to dispute resolution, Building and Housing Minister Dr Nick Smith says. More >>
New pay equity Working Group welcomed
Tuesday, 20 October 2015, 3:10 pm | New Zealand Government
Employers and unions have agreed to a Government proposal to set up a Joint Working Group to develop principles for dealing with claims of pay equity under the Equal Pay Act. More >>
Christchurch earthquake lessons completed
Tuesday, 20 October 2015, 1:58 pm | New Zealand Government
New Zealand is now better at planning for and supporting the public in emergencies, with over 100 recommendations from the Independent Review of the Civil Defence Emergency Management Response to the Christchurch Earthquake now actioned, says Civil Defence ... More >>
Government to enter negotiations over pay for care workers
Tuesday, 20 October 2015, 1:15 pm | New Zealand Government
Health Minister Jonathan Coleman says the Government will be entering into negotiations over pay rates for care and support workers. “The Government is committed to working with providers, unions and DHBs to ensure care and support workers are recognised ... More >>
Working group to pursue pay equity principles
Tuesday, 20 October 2015, 1:13 pm | New Zealand Government
Employers and unions have agreed to a Government proposal to set up a Joint Working Group to develop principles for dealing with claims of pay equity under the Equal Pay Act. More >>
Supporting teen parents into education and training
Tuesday, 20 October 2015, 12:55 pm | New Zealand Government
Supporting teen parents into education and training Social Development Minister Anne Tolley has spoken to teen parents and service providers about government initiatives at an event promoting youth participation in education. More >>
Scholarships bring young Korean golfers to NZ
Tuesday, 20 October 2015, 12:45 pm | New Zealand Government
Four aspiring Korean golfers are the recipients of an edu-sport scholarship announced by Minister for Tertiary Education, Skills and Employment Steven Joyce in Korea last night. The scholarship supports the ‘Game On English – Golf’ programme, which ... More >>
