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Wong wrong on National Govt stance on pay equity
Tuesday, 9 June 2009, 2:36 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
National is continuing to fail women on pay equity and is attempting to mislead the public into believing it’s doing something it's not, Labour Women’s Affairs spokesperson Sue Moroney says. “Claims by Women's Affairs Minister Pansy Wong that the National ... More >>
Govt makes up mind in advance on water reforms
Tuesday, 9 June 2009, 2:17 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
The Government appears to have decided the outcome of water management reforms before consultation even begins, says Labour environment spokesperson Shane Jones. Environment Minister Nick Smith and Agriculture Minister David Carter said yesterday that the ... More >>
Govt appears split on local government agenda
Tuesday, 9 June 2009, 1:06 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
John Key and Rodney Hide are giving mixed messages on Government plans for a major reform of local government, and the Prime Minister must spell out what’s going on, says Labour’s Local Government spokesperson George Hawkins. “Mr Key yesterday ... More >>
Phone records prove PM’s recollection is wrong
Tuesday, 9 June 2009, 12:53 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
The Prime Minister should accept there are errors in his recollection of the phone call he received from me on May 6 regarding a complaint against Richard Worth, Labour Leader Phil Goff said today. “John Key questioned the accuracy of my file note ... More >>
Mt Albert communities threatened by Hide’s agenda
Tuesday, 9 June 2009, 11:12 am | New Zealand Labour Party
Community facilities like recreation and community centres, and environmental efforts like the cleanup of Oakley Creek are under threat from Rodney Hide, says Labour’s Mt Albert candidate. David Shearer says the release of a cabinet paper outlining ... More >>
Lee makes false claim on community constable
Tuesday, 9 June 2009, 11:05 am | New Zealand Labour Party
National’s Mt Albert candidate Melissa Lee is politicising police and misleading Mt Albert voters by claiming credit for obtaining a community constable in Avondale, says Labour law and order spokesperson Clayton Cosgrove. “Melissa Lee chickened ... More >>
Hypocrisy, radical agenda for local govt revealed
Monday, 8 June 2009, 3:27 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
The extent of the Government’s hypocrisy around Auckland governance reforms is revealed in a Cabinet paper in which Rodney Hide proposes referenda for significant local government decisions, says Labour’s Auckland Issues spokesperson Phil Twyford. ... More >>
Public Meeting on changes to Sale of Liquor Act
Monday, 8 June 2009, 12:29 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
Wellington Central MP Grant Robertson is hosting a public meeting at 7.30pm on Monday the 15th of June at the New Crossways Community Centre in Mt Victoria to discuss legislation currently before Parliament that will make changes to the Sale of Liquor ... More >>
Legality of Super City transition board questioned
Monday, 8 June 2009, 11:57 am | New Zealand Labour Party
The Government may have botched the appointment of its Super City transition agency board, throwing into doubt the legality of the appointments and their subsequent decisions and actions, says Labour's Auckland Issues spokesperson Phil Twyford. Phil ... More >>
Davis: Tolley makes cuts on whim, not evidence
Monday, 8 June 2009, 9:10 am | New Zealand Labour Party
Education Minister Anne Tolley is making important education decisions about the professional development of teachers based on a whim rather than evidence, says Labour Associate Education spokesperson Kelvin Davis. "I was staggered when she admitted ... More >>
Key confirms real Auckland takeover agenda
Monday, 8 June 2009, 9:04 am | New Zealand Labour Party
Prime Minister John Key has confirmed the Government’s real Super City agenda – a rapid right-wing takeover of the Auckland region, says Labour’s Auckland Issues spokesperson Phil Twyford. “Mr Key is reported today to have told yesterday’s ... More >>
Tribute to Reverend Thawley
Friday, 5 June 2009, 3:41 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
Restorative Justice Services across the country are today mourning the passing of Reverend Michael Thawley. “Rev Thawley dedicated his life to the enhancement of people and communities of New Zealand”, says Lynne Pillay Labour Spokesperson for ... More >>
Minister confirms Local boards will be toothless
Friday, 5 June 2009, 3:31 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
Rodney Hide has confirmed just how toothless local boards will be if the Government’s Super City plans proceed, by saying they may have to hold their meetings in local libraries, says Labour’s Auckland Issues spokesperson Phil Twyford. “Mr Hide ... More >>
Minister’s comments offensive to Pacific community
Friday, 5 June 2009, 1:59 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
Labour Associate Spokesperson for Social Development Carmel Sepuloni says she was appalled at the Minister of Social Development’s response to a question about employment initiatives for Pacific People during this recession. “I asked the Minister yesterday ... More >>
Turia all talk and no action on tobacco control
Thursday, 4 June 2009, 4:52 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
Confirmation that Associate Health Minister Tariana Turia, who holds the tobacco control delegation, has never provided advice to Tony Ryall on point of sale advertising of cigarettes is appalling, Labour Associate Health Spokesperson Iain Lees-Galloway ... More >>
Poll gives Super City handling the big thumbs down
Thursday, 4 June 2009, 4:51 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
Most New Zealanders believe the Government has failed to consult properly over its Super City plans and an overwhelming number want them subjected to a referendum, says Labour’s Auckland Issues spokesperson Phil Twyford. “The ShapeNZ poll, commissioned ... More >>
“Chopper” Tolley takes on a new meaning
Thursday, 4 June 2009, 4:23 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
In addition to attempting to get an overview of education by an expensive helicopter ride, which earned Anne Tolley the nickname of “Chopper” Tolley, the Minister now gives the nickname new meaning through the savage cuts to Adult and Community ... More >>
ACC Minister fails to take responsibility for gaff
Thursday, 4 June 2009, 3:59 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
ACC Minister Nick Smith’s refusal to apologise to staff at ACC after he revealed that jobs were to be cut at the Corporate Office, the day before the announcement was due to be made to staff, shows disrespect and a complete lack of responsibility, ... More >>
Pacific workers face worst kind exploitation
Thursday, 4 June 2009, 10:33 am | New Zealand Labour Party
The Government's removal of the minimum wage protection for workers on the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) scheme is a worrying sign of the government’s willingness to undermine the minimum wage, Labour Associate Labour spokesperson Darien Fenton ... More >>
Build Otahuhu swimming pool as priority
Wednesday, 3 June 2009, 5:06 pm | New Zealand Labour Party
“Auckland City Council should reinstate the development of the Otahuhu Swimming Pool as a priority in Auckland recreational spending,” local MP Ross Robertson told the Council committee considering the Long-Term Council Community Plan when ... More >>
