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New Zealand Government - Latest News [Page 926]
Overstayer numbers at record low
Monday, 22 December 2014, 2:28 pm | New Zealand Government
Immigration Minister Michael Woodhouse welcomes new figures showing New Zealand overstayer numbers are at the lowest since 2000. More >>
The top five gifts for drivers
Monday, 22 December 2014, 1:36 pm | New Zealand Government
Help your friends and family stay safe on the roads this festive season with the top five gifts for drivers, Associate Transport Minister Craig Foss says. “These ‘gifts’ are simple yet potentially life-saving tips for anyone getting behind ... More >>
Better work opportunities for disabled people
Monday, 22 December 2014, 10:49 am | New Zealand Government
Minister for Disability Issues Nicky Wagner welcomed the release of the ‘Disability and the labour market’ report from Statistics New Zealand, which showed that more disabled people are working, but there is room for improvement. More >>
Busy year for NZ Defence Force
Sunday, 21 December 2014, 2:32 pm | New Zealand Government
The NZ Defence Force has had a busy year participating in exercises, operations, national and international commemorations, and personnel can be proud of all they’ve achieved, Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee says. More >>
Surf the net for new beach water quality data
Sunday, 21 December 2014, 12:59 pm | New Zealand Government
Information on the water quality of 350 beaches around New Zealand is now accessible on-line as part of an initiative between regional councils, Cawthron Institute, Ministry for the Environment and the Tindall Foundation, Environment Minister Dr Nick Smith ... More >>
Minister welcomes opening of Heritage Park
Sunday, 21 December 2014, 12:18 pm | New Zealand Government
Conservation Minister Maggie Barry today welcomed the opening of Rangihoua Heritage Park in Northland as a special cultural and historical asset to be enjoyed by all New Zealanders. The 46 hectare park, near Kerikeri, was opened to the public today ... More >>
Convention Centre resource consent application to be lodged
Friday, 19 December 2014, 2:47 pm | New Zealand Government
Economic Development Minister Steven Joyce has welcomed SkyCity’s planned submission today of a resource consent application for the construction of the New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC). More >>
A summer ‘gift’ for your boatie
Friday, 19 December 2014, 2:14 pm | New Zealand Government
Helping your friends and family stay safe on the water this holiday season is the gift that lasts a lifetime, Associate Transport Minister Craig Foss says. More >>
Five Navy helicopters sold to Peru
Friday, 19 December 2014, 2:08 pm | New Zealand Government
Five Royal New Zealand Navy Seasprite helicopters have been sold to Peru, Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee announced today. “Our recent purchase of eight new, more sophisticated Seasprite helicopters meant the older model Seasprites were available ... More >>
New PGP Investment Advisory Panel members
Friday, 19 December 2014, 12:38 pm | New Zealand Government
Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy has announced three new members of the Primary Growth Partnership’s independent Investment Advisory Panel (IAP). The three new members are primary industry and business specialist Barry Brook, experienced businessman ... More >>
New reports show value of growing Māori agribusiness
Friday, 19 December 2014, 12:34 pm | New Zealand Government
Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy has released two reports today showing good progress in developing the potential of Māori agribusiness. “These reports confirm the importance of partnering with Iwi, Māori asset owners, local communities and ... More >>
Forestry opportunities in Maori Agribusiness
Friday, 19 December 2014, 12:14 pm | New Zealand Government
Associate Primary Industries Minister Jo Goodhew has welcomed the release of a report highlighting the economic opportunities for forestry through more productive use of Māori freehold land. The report ‘Growing the Productive Base of Māori Freehold ... More >>
Consultation starts on ACC rates for free doctors’ visits
Friday, 19 December 2014, 12:12 pm | New Zealand Government
Health Minister Jonathan Coleman and ACC Minister Nikki Kaye say consultation starts today on ACC support towards free kids’ doctors’ visits. More >>
Harm reduced as tobacco left at the border
Friday, 19 December 2014, 10:28 am | New Zealand Government
The more than 800kg of tobacco and cigarettes left at the border since 1 November is a further step towards reducing the damage caused by smoking, say Customs Minister Nicky Wagner and Associate Health Minister Peseta Sam Lotu-Iiga. More >>
Minister thanks all involved in kids’ learning
Thursday, 18 December 2014, 5:11 pm | New Zealand Government
Education Minister Hekia Parata has thanked parents, whānau and staff across the education sector for their passion and commitment to making sure all kids get the best possible education. More >>
10 new communities get ‘youth in emergency services’
Thursday, 18 December 2014, 4:33 pm | New Zealand Government
Youth Minister Nikki Kaye today announced $100,000 in funding to expand the ‘Youth in Emergency Services’ programme to ten new communities around New Zealand. More >>
Appointment of Christchurch Coroner
Thursday, 18 December 2014, 3:54 pm | New Zealand Government
Attorney-General, Christopher Finlayson, today announced the appointment of Christchurch lawyer Anna Tutton as a Coroner. Ms Tutton replaces retiring Christchurch Coroner, Richard McElrea. Ms Tutton has held a practising certificate for over 25 years. She ... More >>
Affordable housing development agreement signed
Thursday, 18 December 2014, 3:08 pm | New Zealand Government
The Government has signed a development agreement for the construction of 237 homes as part of its affordable housing project on an 11.5-hectare Crown-owned site in Christchurch, Building and Housing Minister Dr Nick Smith announced today. “Today’s ... More >>
New labelling standard for infant formula
Thursday, 18 December 2014, 2:33 pm | New Zealand Government
Food Safety Minister Jo Goodhew has today welcomed a new standard under the Animal Products Act that clarifies the labelling requirements for infant formula exports. More >>
Govt confirms $38.7 billion investment in land transport
Thursday, 18 December 2014, 2:23 pm | New Zealand Government
Transport Minister Simon Bridges today confirmed the Government will invest $38.7 billion in New Zealand’s land transport system over the next ten years, with regional networks, public transport, cycleways and road maintenance to benefit. More >>
