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Official draw for FIFA U20 World Cup kicks off
Tuesday, 10 February 2015, 3:24 pm | New Zealand Government
Sport and Recreation Minister Jonathan Coleman is taking part in tonight’s 2015 FIFA Under-20 World Cup official draw in Auckland. More >>
Customs to help train cash dogs in China
Tuesday, 10 February 2015, 1:18 pm | New Zealand Government
Customs Minister Nicky Wagner says working with China Customs to establish their own cash detector dog training programme will benefit both countries. A delegation from the General Administration of China Customs, led by Vice Minister, Mr Sun Yibiao, ... More >>
Fund for iwi freshwater improvement projects opens
Tuesday, 10 February 2015, 11:29 am | New Zealand Government
Applications for a new Government fund aimed at helping iwi to improve the quality of their local freshwater bodies are now open, Environment Minister Dr Nick Smith and Māori Development Minister Te Ururoa Flavell announced today. More >>
Taskforce to cut red tape announced
Tuesday, 10 February 2015, 11:09 am | New Zealand Government
The Rules Reduction Taskforce is underway with the announcement of Taskforce members and public meetings to begin in March to consider submissions. More >>
New Year reminder to update cyber security
Tuesday, 10 February 2015, 9:46 am | New Zealand Government
The start of a new year is a good time to update your cyber security including changing passwords for all your internet-connected devices says Communications Minister Amy Adams. More >>
Minister welcomes National Lamb Day
Monday, 9 February 2015, 4:31 pm | New Zealand Government
Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy is welcoming Sunday February 15 as ‘National Lamb Day’, a new initiative from Beef + Lamb New Zealand. “Lamb is a Kiwi favourite so it is a great initiative to recognise this with a set day,” says Mr Guy. “February ... More >>
Minister pays tribute to Ngati Porou leader
Monday, 9 February 2015, 3:06 pm | New Zealand Government
Education Minister Hekia Parata today paid tribute to Ngati Porou leader Dr Apirana Mahuika who died today at his home in Kaiti, Gisborne, after a long illness. “I extend my sympathies and condolences to his family and his hapū,” says Ms Parata, ... More >>
New hospital patient IT system for South Island
Monday, 9 February 2015, 2:47 pm | New Zealand Government
Health Minister Jonathan Coleman says a new hospital patient information system will be rolled out across South Island DHBs to streamline services. “The South Island Patient Information Care System (SI PICS) will be phased in over the next two to ... More >>
China-NZ Customs work to enhance trade
Monday, 9 February 2015, 1:22 pm | New Zealand Government
China-NZ Customs work to enhance trade Customs Minister Nicky Wagner says New Zealand and China Customs authorities are a step closer to establishing a system to enhance trade assurance and facilitation under the New Zealand China Free Trade Agreement. ... More >>
Professional interns help the community
Monday, 9 February 2015, 12:08 pm | New Zealand Government
Community and Voluntary Sector Minister Jo Goodhew announced today that $231,000 of funding will be shared by seven community groups under the Community Internship Programme. More >>
Minister welcomes launch of Safer Farms
Monday, 9 February 2015, 11:51 am | New Zealand Government
Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Michael Woodhouse today welcomed the launch of the government’s Safer Farms programme. More >>
Five Countries' Ministerial Meeting held in London
Monday, 9 February 2015, 11:39 am | New Zealand Government
Minister responsible for the intelligence agencies, Christopher Finlayson, represented New Zealand at the second Five Countries' Ministerial meeting held in London on 6 February. More >>
$85k fund for ongoing support for LGBTI youth
Saturday, 7 February 2015, 10:45 am | New Zealand Government
Youth Minister Nikki Kaye today announced a second round of small grants funding, worth $85,000 to ensure support services are available for LGBTI (lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, transgender or intersex) youth. More >>
Citizenship book highlights new Kiwis’ contribution to NZ
Friday, 6 February 2015, 11:15 am | New Zealand Government
Internal Affairs Minister, Hon Peter Dunne, today launched a new book celebrating the value new New Zealanders add to our national identity. Launching the book, Choice Whiriwhiria: The New Zealand Citizenship Story , Mr Dunne said the book showcases ... More >>
Special plaques to mark Treaty signing
Friday, 6 February 2015, 11:13 am | New Zealand Government
Education Minister Hekia Parata says all new schools and early childhood centres opening this year are being offered special plaques to acknowledge the 175th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi. More >>
Rt Hon John Key - Waitangi Day Breakfast Speech
Friday, 6 February 2015, 11:11 am | New Zealand Government
Rau rangatira ma e huihui nei, Nau mai, haere mai ki Waitangi. Tēnei aku mihi māhana mo te Kāwanatanga Nāhinara ki a koutou. Kia ora huihui tātou katoa. More >>
Work plan agreed with iwi leaders on freshwater
Thursday, 5 February 2015, 5:30 pm | New Zealand Government
A programme of work on improving the management of freshwater has been agreed between the Government and iwi leaders in Kerikeri today, Environment Minister Dr Nick Smith confirmed. More >>
175 years since signing of Treaty of Waitangi
Thursday, 5 February 2015, 5:23 pm | New Zealand Government
Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage 5 February 2015 Media Statement 175 years since signing of Treaty of Waitangi More >>
Appointments of Queen’s Counsel in 2015
Thursday, 5 February 2015, 4:03 pm | New Zealand Government
Attorney-General Christopher Finlayson announced today that an appointment round for Queen’s Counsel will take place in 2015. Appointments of Queen’s Counsel are made by the Governor-General on the recommendation of the Attorney-General and ... More >>
McClay visits UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar
Thursday, 5 February 2015, 3:15 pm | New Zealand Government
Associate Trade Minister Todd McClay leaves on Saturday for the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Qatar where he will meet with a range of government and commercial representatives. “The Gulf Cooperation Council, of which these three states are ... More >>
