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Court of Appeal Judge and Chief High Court Judge appointed
Tuesday, 31 March 2015, 4:48 pm | New Zealand Government
Attorney-General 31 March 2015 Media Statement Court of Appeal Judge and Chief High Court Judge appointed More >>
Toothfish import, export restrictions renewed
Tuesday, 31 March 2015, 3:18 pm | New Zealand Government
Customs Minister Nicky Wagner today welcomed the renewal of the Customs Import and Export Prohibitions (CIPO and CEPO) on toothfish, restricting toothfish imports and exports for another three years. “The renewal of restrictions on importing and ... More >>
PM's Post-Cabinet Press Conference Transcript: 16 March 2015
Tuesday, 31 March 2015, 3:16 pm | New Zealand Government
Right, good afternoon. Id like to start by saying our thoughts are with our Pacific neighbours following the devastation caused by Cyclone Pam. Information is still coming, but it appears that Cyclone Pam has caused extensive damage and also, sadly, ... More >>
Law change to ban cosmetic testing on animals
Tuesday, 31 March 2015, 2:38 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government will introduce a change to the Animal Welfare Amendment Bill to ban the use of animals for testing finished cosmetic products and ingredients, Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy has announced today. More >>
Standards and Accreditation Bill reported back
Tuesday, 31 March 2015, 2:33 pm | New Zealand Government
Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Paul Goldsmith today welcomed the Commerce select committee’s report on the Standards and Accreditation Bill which has recommended some improvements to the proposed regime. “I would like to thank the committee ... More >>
New steps against kauri dieback
Tuesday, 31 March 2015, 2:07 pm | New Zealand Government
Conservation Minister Maggie Barry today announced the Albany Scenic Reserve in Auckland will be closed until further notice to prevent the spread of kauri dieback. The 40 hectare Department of Conservation reserve is infested with the spores which cause ... More >>
Black Caps have done us proud
Tuesday, 31 March 2015, 1:55 pm | New Zealand Government
Sport and Recreation Minister Jonathan Coleman says the Black Caps have done New Zealand proud in the ICC Cricket World Cup. More >>
Wine and Spirit geographical registration coming
Tuesday, 31 March 2015, 1:27 pm | New Zealand Government
Hon Paul Goldsmith Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs 31 March 2015 Media Statement Wine and Spirit geographical registration coming More >>
April 1 changes to help families get ahead
Tuesday, 31 March 2015, 1:23 pm | New Zealand Government
Prime Minister 31 March 2015 Media Statement April 1 changes to help families get ahead More >>
Positive attitudes welcomed
Tuesday, 31 March 2015, 9:09 am | New Zealand Government
Minister for Ethnic Communities Peseta Sam Lotu-Iiga has welcomed a report which shows New Zealanders feel more positive towards Asians. The Asia New Zealand Foundation’s annual survey New Zealanders’ Perceptions of Asia and Asian Peoples 2014, shows ... More >>
Address to Wellington Employers’ Chamber of Commerce
Tuesday, 31 March 2015, 9:06 am | New Zealand Government
Address to Wellington Employers’ Chamber of Commerce on the launch of Inland Revenue’s Business Transformation More >>
Tax modernisation programme launched
Tuesday, 31 March 2015, 9:02 am | New Zealand Government
Revenue Minister Todd McClay today released the first two in a series of public consultations designed to modernise and simplify the tax system. More >>
New agreements strengthen global links
Tuesday, 31 March 2015, 9:00 am | New Zealand Government
The approval of 10 new and amended air services agreements, or arrangements, will strengthen global links for Kiwi travellers and businesses, Transport Minister Simon Bridges says. More >>
New website showcases World War I footage
Monday, 30 March 2015, 4:20 pm | New Zealand Government
Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Maggie Barry says a new website featuring previously unavailable film from World War I is an engrossing historical resource. More >>
More parents resolving disputes outside court
Monday, 30 March 2015, 3:46 pm | New Zealand Government
Almost 70 per cent of family disputes referred to mediation involving children are being settled out of court a year on from the Government’s family justice reforms says Justice Minister Amy Adams. More >>
NZ ICT sector thanked for work on IRD transformation
Monday, 30 March 2015, 3:33 pm | New Zealand Government
Revenue Minister Todd McClay has thanked the New Zealand ICT sector for their collaboration with Inland Revenue on the modernisation and simplification of New Zealand’s tax system. “Tomorrow we will launch two discussion documents that will outline the ... More >>
Extensions for Social Sector Trials
Monday, 30 March 2015, 2:04 pm | New Zealand Government
Social Development Minister Anne Tolley has announced that the Social Sector Trials taking place in 16 communities around New Zealand are being extended for a year from 1 July. More >>
Minister delighted with calibre of nominations
Monday, 30 March 2015, 11:19 am | New Zealand Government
Education Minister Hekia Parata says she is delighted with the high number and calibre of people nominated for the new teacher professional body, EDUCANZ (Education Council of Aotearoa New Zealand). Nominations for the nine member council closed last week, ... More >>
Reflections on ISTP 2014
Monday, 30 March 2015, 10:54 am | New Zealand Government
Delivered on 29 March (Canada) at the International Summit on the Teaching Profession in Banff, Alberta, Canada. More >>
Hon Simon Bridges: Block Offer 2015 release
Monday, 30 March 2015, 9:19 am | New Zealand Government
Good morning, It is great to be with you today and can I warmly welcome our international guests. May you have a wonderful time in New Zealand. More >>
