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Public feedback on Victoria Square design
Friday, 6 March 2015, 9:04 am | New Zealand Government
Associate Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Minister Nicky Wagner says the public will get a chance to have its say on the future of Victoria Square, part of the Te Papa Ōtākaro/Avon River Precinct. More >>
Trial to help more disabled people into work
Friday, 6 March 2015, 8:51 am | New Zealand Government
Minister for Disability Issues Nicky Wagner, met with Christchurch employers to discuss how best to get more disabled people into work, as part of the early stages of an employment pilot scheme for disabled people and people with health conditions. “As ... More >>
Positive report on special education schooling
Thursday, 5 March 2015, 5:14 pm | New Zealand Government
Education Minister Hekia Parata has welcomed a new ERO report showing schools have become significantly more inclusive towards children with special educational needs. More >>
$3.6 million to extend Home Safety Service nationwide
Thursday, 5 March 2015, 3:07 pm | New Zealand Government
Justice Minister Amy Adams has today launched the expansion of the National Home Safety Service to better protect up to 1000 victims of family violence each year. More >>
Major Events Fund supports ‘The Pioneer’
Thursday, 5 March 2015, 2:03 pm | New Zealand Government
Economic Development Minister Steven Joyce today announced that the Major Events Development Fund (MEDF) will invest up to $1.2 million over three years in a new South Island-based mountain bike stage race called The Pioneer. More >>
Nominations for 2015 Youth Awards open today
Thursday, 5 March 2015, 12:43 pm | New Zealand Government
Nominations are now open for the 2015 Youth Awards, which celebrate young people who’ve achieved outstanding results, or people who’ve made a significant contribution to support and champion young people, says Youth Minister Nikki Kaye. “The 2015 ... More >>
Forestry leases returned to Māori owners
Thursday, 5 March 2015, 12:41 pm | New Zealand Government
Associate Primary Industries Minister Jo Goodhew joined Māori owners and the community in Northland today to celebrate the surrender of a 740 hectare forestry lease. The ceremony included the felling of the final trees to mark the end of what was originally ... More >>
South Island road safety work fast-tracked
Thursday, 5 March 2015, 12:05 pm | New Zealand Government
Associate Transport Minister Craig Foss today announced the Visiting Drivers Signature Project (VDSP) will be extended and planned safety improvements fast-tracked following recent crashes involving overseas visitors. “The Government recognises that many ... More >>
Deadly Taranaki bridge to be rebuilt
Thursday, 5 March 2015, 11:30 am | New Zealand Government
Transport Minister Simon Bridges has turned the first sod at the official launch of the Normanby Overbridge realignment on State Highway 3 today. Mr Bridges says the government has sped up the realignment by fully funding the construction, as ... More >>
Positive report on special education schooling
Thursday, 5 March 2015, 10:08 am | New Zealand Government
Education Minister Hekia Parata has welcomed a new ERO report showing schools have become significantly more inclusive towards children with special educational needs. “ERO’s report Inclusive practices for students with special needs in schools,released ... More >>
Nominations open for 25th annual Green Ribbon awards
Thursday, 5 March 2015, 9:34 am | New Zealand Government
Nominations open for 25th annual Green Ribbon awards The Green Ribbon Awards, which honour New Zealand's environmental leaders, are to be a joint endeavour for the first time between the Ministry for the Environment and the Department of Conservation, ... More >>
Insurance dispute resolution schemes under scrutiny
Thursday, 5 March 2015, 9:17 am | New Zealand Government
Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Paul Goldsmith today announced the start of public consultation for a proposal to make dispute resolution schemes more accessible for homeowners in dispute over insurance claims. More >>
Post-Cabinet Press Conference: Monday, 23 February 2015
Wednesday, 4 March 2015, 10:20 pm | New Zealand Government
OK, good afternoon. Cabinet today considered options for contributing to the international coalition against ISIL. As you know, New Zealand has already provided humanitarian assistance and our diplomatic efforts in this area will continue to be extremely ... More >>
Discussion paper released on Customs’ Act
Wednesday, 4 March 2015, 5:33 pm | New Zealand Government
Customs Minister Nicky Wagner today released a discussion paper proposing changes to the Customs and Excise Act. More >>
Second year of Accord off to encouraging start
Wednesday, 4 March 2015, 2:49 pm | New Zealand Government
Building and Housing Minister Dr Nick Smith and Mayor Len Brown have today welcomed the release of the latest Auckland Housing Accord monitoring report, saying it shows an encouraging start to the second year of the agreement between the Government and ... More >>
‘Ageing Well’ Science Challenge launched
Wednesday, 4 March 2015, 11:06 am | New Zealand Government
Science and Innovation Minister Steven Joyce today launched the Ageing Well National Science Challenge, confirming initial funding of $14.6 million. The Ageing Well Kia eke kairangi ki te taikaumātuatanga Challenge is the fifth National Science Challenge ... More >>
Project supports Pacific safety improvements
Wednesday, 4 March 2015, 10:32 am | New Zealand Government
The presentation of vital data on shipping hazards to Vanuatu, Tonga and the Cook Islands is an important first step toward significantly improving maritime safety in the South West Pacific, Land Information Minister Louise Upston said today. “The ... More >>
Consultation on proposed gambling fee changes
Wednesday, 4 March 2015, 10:17 am | New Zealand Government
The gambling sector and the public are being consulted on proposed changes to gambling fees, Internal Affairs Minister Peter Dunne said today. The changes are necessary because it is costing more to regulate gambling than the revenue from current fees ... More >>
Minister applauds national kapa haka festival
Wednesday, 4 March 2015, 10:05 am | New Zealand Government
Education Minister Hekia Parata wishes the best of luck to everyone involved in this week’s national kapa haka festival, Te Matatini, in Christchurch. “Te Matatini showcases the very best of Māori performing arts talent. It’s a celebration of ... More >>
NICE 2015 Symposium on Health and Social Care
Wednesday, 4 March 2015, 9:53 am | New Zealand Government
Greetings, greetings, greetings to all and every one of you. Thank you for inviting me to open this joint NICE-bpacnz symposium on guidelines and pathways and the roles that they have in the United Kingdom and New Zealand. More >>
