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Parliamentary Service
The Parliamentary Service provides administrative and support services to the House of Representatives and to members of Parliament.
The Parliamentary Service was established in 1985 to serve New Zealand's Parliament and provide administrative and support services to the House of Representatives and to members of Parliament. Our vision is to be the best people supporting the best Parliament in the world. To achieve this our staff work across the motu in Electorate and Community Offices and on the Parliamentary precinct in Security, Visitor Services, the Parliamentary Library, Information Systems & Technology, Human Resources and more to ensure our Parliament is well supported in its work for Aotearoa New Zealand.
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New Zealand Wines On The Menu With The New Parliament Wine Range
Sunday, 15 September 2024, 11:19 pm | Parliamentary Service
Later this year, the newly labelled wines will be served as the house range at parliamentary events and in Parliament’s onsite licenced eateries – including Bellamys Restaurant, and available for purchase at the Parliament Gift Shop. More >>
The Power Of Photographic Storytelling Showcased In Parliament’s Newest Exhibition: Operation Grapple – We Were There
Friday, 5 April 2024, 10:25 am | Parliamentary Service
The new Parliament exhibition of the same name is the work of professional photographer Denise Baynham, who says her motivation behind this exhibition is to “both honour and recognise the veterans and tell the story of this chapter of their lives.” More >>
New Parliament Tours Showcase Art Of Aotearoa New Zealand
Thursday, 15 February 2024, 10:31 am | Parliamentary Service
Discover the history of Parliament’s art with new tours that everyone in your whānau can enjoy. Parliament has two new art tours to showcase some of the work from the Parliamentary Collection. If you’ve ever wanted to know about the artworks ... More >>
Take A Walk Through Parliament’s History And Learn About Key Moments And Milestones
Monday, 30 October 2023, 3:38 pm | Parliamentary Service
If the walls of the Parliamentary precinct could talk, they would provide an endless stream of New Zealand political history dating back over 150 years. While the prospect of talking walls is an implausible fantasy, the extensive Parliamentary Collection ... More >>
Introducing Beyond The Tiles, A Press Gallery Photographic Exhibition
Thursday, 17 August 2023, 6:44 pm | Parliamentary Service
Press Gallery photographers at Parliament have a unique lens on what goes on inside and around the Parliamentary Precinct. Our latest exhibition, Beyond the Tiles, gives the public an insight into the gallery’s work as photojournalists and artists capturing ... More >>
Forest In The Sun Returns To Parliament
Wednesday, 12 July 2023, 4:00 pm | Parliamentary Service
Parliament is thrilled to welcome the tapestry Forest in the sun back to the Beehive. The tapestry was hung above the Executive Wing stairs from the building’s opening in 1977 until 2003, when it was moved to Te Papa Tongarewa. After twenty years, New ... More >>
May Art Exhibitions At Parliament Highlight Resilience In The Face Of Climate Change And Covid
Wednesday, 3 May 2023, 12:23 pm | Parliamentary Service
Parliament is proud to showcase, Trouble in Paradise , an exhibition that encapsulates the dramatic effects of climate change in the Pacific region through stunning and profound photography. The month of May also marks New Zealand music month. To celebrate, ... More >>
Sunflower Lanyards Are Now Available At New Zealand Parliament In Support Of People With Hidden Disabilities
Monday, 27 February 2023, 4:34 pm | Parliamentary Service
Visitors to Parliament can request a sunflower lanyard, wristband, or pin, upon arrival for their visit or make a request ahead of time to indicate that they have a hidden disability, or a need for accessible arrangements or support. Supporting ... More >>
2022 October Art Exhibitions At New Zealand Parliament
Friday, 14 October 2022, 3:24 pm | Parliamentary Service
Explore identity and connection at New Zealand Parliament exhibitions: ‘Myanmar: The People, Landscape and Culture’, and ‘The Memory of Trees’. Two exhibitions explore identity and connection through a series of vibrant landscapes of New Zealand ... More >>
2022 October Art Exhibitions At New Zealand Parliament
Friday, 14 October 2022, 3:23 pm | Parliamentary Service
Explore identity and connection at New Zealand Parliament exhibitions: ‘Myanmar: The People, Landscape and Culture’, and ‘The Memory of Trees’. Two exhibitions explore identity and connection through a series of vibrant landscapes of New Zealand ... More >>
Experience Parliament After Dark With A Twilight Tour
Wednesday, 21 September 2022, 2:17 pm | Parliamentary Service
Fancy a tour of Parliament with a side of three-course dinner at Bellamys? Experience Parliament after dark with a Twilight Tour. Presented in partnership with Bellamys by Logan Brown , Twilight Tours are an exclusive opportunity to explore the heart ... More >>
Ko Te Reo Te Mauri O Te Mana Māori And Te Ao Marama Collection Art Exhibition At New Zealand Parliament
Friday, 29 July 2022, 4:10 pm | Parliamentary Service
The New Zealand Parliament celebrates 50th anniversary of the petition calling for recognition of the Māori language, and 100th anniversary of Matangireia by displaying two collections of art in their Parliament exhibition spaces- Ko te reo o te mana ... More >>
Independent Role Established To Consider MPs’ Conduct
Thursday, 30 June 2022, 6:17 pm | Parliamentary Service Commission
A Commissioner for Parliamentary Standards will be appointed to consider the conduct of MPs. On Wednesday 29 June, the Parliamentary Service Commission adopted the recommendation to establish the independent role, following consultation with parliamentary staff ... More >>
Mōuri Whenua, Mōuri Tangata, Mōuri Ora: Parliament’s Grounds Fully Reopened
Thursday, 23 June 2022, 12:07 pm | Parliamentary Service
Parliament’s grounds have been fully reopened today at a ceremony and community event with mana whenua, members of the public, and representatives of Parliament. Mōuri Whenua, Mōuri Tangata, Mōuri Ora was held on Thursday, 23 June 2022 and ... More >>
Ōhāriu Artists’ Collective To Exhibit Works Of Clay, Paint, And Wood At Parliament
Tuesday, 21 June 2022, 11:16 am | Parliamentary Service
From moulded lamp sculptures to pen and acrylic on canvas, the Ōhāriu Collective exhibition showcases an exciting range of art. The exhibition from the Ōhāriu Collective, a group of 12 artists local to the Ōhāriu region in Wellington is being held at ... More >>
New Zealand Parliament Launches New Art Gallery
Tuesday, 3 August 2021, 2:14 pm | Parliamentary Service
The land of Aotearoa and the people who call it home will be celebrated in Parliament’s new art gallery, Te Papakura, which opens to the public on Wednesday 4 August, 2021. The gallery’s inaugural exhibition: Te Whenua Te Tangata/Our Land Our People , ... More >>
Security At NZ Parliament
Wednesday, 13 January 2021, 1:04 pm | Parliamentary Services
Media Statement – Parliamentary Service Chief Executive, Rafael Gonzalez-Montero 13 January 2021 Recent events around the world and this morning’s incident at our own Parliament buildings have resulted in increased interest in the security measures ... More >>
New Agreement Improves Employment Conditions For Parliamentary Staff
Monday, 14 September 2020, 4:40 pm | Parliamentary Service
Today, a new collective agreement was signed between Parliamentary Service, the PSA and E tū that results in significant improvements in employment arrangements for Parliamentary Service staff working on events-based contracts. Parliamentary ... More >>
Harmony in the House – a show of parliamentary proportions
Thursday, 5 December 2019, 10:59 am | Parliamentary Service
New Zealand Parliament is proud to present Harmony in the House 2019, a talent show spectacular! More >>
NZ Parliament to celebrate Children’s Day 2019
Tuesday, 26 February 2019, 9:45 am | Parliamentary Services
On Sunday, 3 March New Zealand Parliament will celebrate Te rā o ngā tamariki, Children’s Day, with a range of fun, engaging activities for the whole family. More >>
