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Trade Minister travels to Mexico for World Economic Forum
Monday, 4 May 2015, 8:40 pm | New Zealand Government
Trade Minister Tim Groser will today depart for Mexico to attend the 2015 World Economic Forum (WEF) Latin American meeting from 6-8 May. More >>
Govt to improve pecuniary penalties regime
Monday, 4 May 2015, 5:44 pm | New Zealand Government
Changes to the provisions governing the use of pecuniary penalties will improve the effectiveness of the legal system, says Justice Minister Amy Adams. More >>
Work to improve West Coast link underway
Monday, 4 May 2015, 12:36 pm | New Zealand Government
Work is being done to improve a section of road vital for linking the South Island’s West Coast with Christchurch, says Transport Minister Simon Bridges. Construction starts today on the State highway 73 Mingha Bluff realignment near Arthur’s Pass. ... More >>
Privacy Week to promote information security
Sunday, 3 May 2015, 3:50 pm | New Zealand Government
Justice Minister Amy Adams says Privacy Week 2015 is a reminder to people about the importance of keeping personal information secure. More >>
Sign Language Week a chance to celebrate
Sunday, 3 May 2015, 1:56 pm | New Zealand Government
Disability Issues Minister Nicky Wagner encourages people from all walks of life to celebrate, communicate and connect with New Zealand’s Deaf Community during the upcoming New Zealand Sign Language Week. More >>
Road Safety Week to focus on kids
Sunday, 3 May 2015, 1:54 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Craig Foss Associate Minister of Transport 3 May 2015 Media Statement Road Safety Week to focus on kids Associate Transport Minister Craig Foss says Road Safety Week 2015 will focus on some of our most vulnerable road users — children. “This year’s ... More >>
Budget 2015: PM announces funding for Northland cycle trail
Sunday, 3 May 2015, 11:32 am | New Zealand Government
Budget 2015: PM announces funding for Northland cycle trail Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism John Key has announced a further $3 million will be invested in 2015/16 to help fund the completion of Northland’s Twin Coast Cycle Trail Pou Herenga Tai. ... More >>
Prime Minister welcomes Royal baby
Sunday, 3 May 2015, 10:20 am | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister John Key has congratulated Their Royal Highnesses, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, on the birth of their second child, a girl. More >>
Most schools signed up to Managed Network
Saturday, 2 May 2015, 11:18 am | New Zealand Government
Education Minister Hekia Parata and Associate Education Minister Nikki Kaye are delighted that most schools in New Zealand have now signed up to use the government-funded Managed Network. More >>
Corrections officers to get new body armour
Friday, 1 May 2015, 1:53 pm | New Zealand Government
All frontline Corrections officers are to get new lightweight stab-resistant body armour, Corrections Minister Peseta Sam Lotu-Iiga has announced. As part of the Corrections Staff Safety Programme, 3,500 stab-resistant vests are to be rolled out to all frontline ... More >>
Minister unveils FIFA U-20 volunteer uniforms
Friday, 1 May 2015, 1:08 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Dr Jonathan Coleman Minister for Sport and Recreation 1 May 2015 Media Statement Minister unveils FIFA U-20 volunteer uniforms Sport and Recreation Minister Jonathan Coleman has today unveiled the FIFA Under-20 World Cup volunteer uniform at a football ... More >>
Minister impressed by Southland’s efficiency initiatives
Friday, 1 May 2015, 1:06 pm | New Zealand Government
Minister impressed by Southland’s efficiency initiatives Energy and Resources Minister Simon Bridges says Southland is fast becoming a hub for the nation’s energy efficiency activities and he believes this can play a vital role in growing Southland’s ... More >>
Pre-Budget Speech: Wellington Employers’ Chamber of Commerce
Friday, 1 May 2015, 12:50 pm | New Zealand Government
Good afternoon everyone. It’s a pleasure to be with you again this year. More >>
Precautions necessary for Nepal donations
Friday, 1 May 2015, 12:27 pm | New Zealand Government
Community and Voluntary Sector Minister Jo Goodhew is warning New Zealanders to be alert for unscrupulous people who exploit the public’s generosity following the earthquake disaster in Nepal. More >>
Search begins for 2015 winners of PM’s Science Prizes
Friday, 1 May 2015, 12:08 pm | New Zealand Government
Entries have opened for the 2015 Prime Minister’s Science Prizes, which will award a total of $1 million to New Zealand’s top scientists and researchers. More >>
Green light for $298m public private partnership schools
Friday, 1 May 2015, 11:43 am | New Zealand Government
Education Minister Hekia Parata and Associate Education Minister Nikki Kaye say the signing of a $298 million contract for four more public private partnership (PPP) schools will see significant benefits for schools and taxpayers alike. More >>
Minister opens Rolleston Christian School
Friday, 1 May 2015, 11:37 am | New Zealand Government
Education Minister Hekia Parata today officially opened Rolleston Christian School, located in the fastest growing Territorial Authority in New Zealand. More >>
Minister welcomes Victoria Square feedback
Friday, 1 May 2015, 10:27 am | New Zealand Government
Associate Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Minister Nicky Wagner welcomes the public feedback received on Victoria Square and says the community’s ideas will help shape the future of the popular public space. More >>
Migrant exploitation Bill passed
Thursday, 30 April 2015, 5:55 pm | New Zealand Government
The Immigration Amendment Bill (No 2) which cracks down on employers who exploit migrant workers passed its final reading in parliament today. More >>
Speech to Ngārimu VC and 28th (Māori) Battalion
Thursday, 30 April 2015, 5:32 pm | New Zealand Government
On behalf of the Ngārimu VC and 28th (Māori) Battalion Memorial Scholarship Fund Board, I wish to welcome you all here this evening. More >>
