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AUS: Minister Encourages Wool Industry Reform
Monday, 23 August 1999, 10:36 pm | Unknown
The Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Warren Truss, today confirmed his commitment to continuing the pace of reform of the wool industry, which includes changes to the structure of the Australian Wool Research and Promotion Organisation ... More >>
AUS: The Wool Industry Future Directions Report
Monday, 23 August 1999, 10:35 pm | Unknown
The second and final volume of the wool industry Future Directions Taskforce was released today. More >>
‘Bright Future’ Positive for New Zealand Women
Monday, 23 August 1999, 4:23 pm | Unknown
The Government’s Bright Future plan for a knowledge economy is an exciting opportunity for young New Zealand women, according to Young Nationals spokesperson Catherine Moody. More >>
Cost Recovery Reforms Pave Way For Brighter Future
Monday, 23 August 1999, 4:21 pm | Unknown
The New Zealand Seafood Industry council welcomed the new cost recovery package which was supported by Cabinet today. More >>
Listen to Ken! Y2K
Monday, 23 August 1999, 11:41 am | Unknown
Ken the Y2K cockroach has a serious message for Aucklanders this week: it's time to begin putting together their B Ready Kits. Arriving in letterboxes about Wednesday will be a B Y2K Wise Guide, explaining how householders should prepare for a possible ... More >>
Reducing Auckland's Traffic For APEC
Monday, 23 August 1999, 11:38 am | Unknown
Auckland City Council will be open for business during next month's APEC conference, but with fewer staff on duty in its central city premises. More >>
Downtown Accord Launched Today
Monday, 23 August 1999, 11:34 am | Unknown
Auckland City Council, the police, and the hospitality and restaurant sectors have developed a Downtown Accord to enhance and promote the area as a safe, vibrant and quality environment. More >>
Major V8 Waterfront Motor Race Investigated
Monday, 23 August 1999, 11:31 am | Unknown
Council and a motor sports event specialist are investigating a number of potential sites for a V8 supercar street motor race to be held annually in the city, starting in 2001. More >>
FUNDING SCHEME FOR LOCAL ARTS PROJECTS
Monday, 23 August 1999, 11:28 am | Unknown
Applications are invited for funding from the Creative Communities funding scheme, for projects taking place between December 1999 and April 2000. The scheme's focus is on increasing participation and increasing the range and diversity of arts at ... More >>
PROPOSED TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES - APEC
Monday, 23 August 1999, 11:26 am | Unknown
Under the Local Government Act 1974 Auckland City proposes closing: Aotea Square, from 6am Tuesday 7 September to 6am Tuesday 14 September, for the APEC conference. More >>
Central City Library Officially Opens New Doors
Monday, 23 August 1999, 11:20 am | Unknown
New entrance doors at the Central City Library will be opened on Thursday (26 August) by the Mayor, Chris Fletcher. The official opening marks a major milestone in the $17 million project to expand and completely refurbish the Central City Library by ... More >>
Treat Spirits the Same: ‘Alcohol is alcohol’
Monday, 23 August 1999, 9:58 am | Unknown
Ahead of Parliament finalising the liquor laws tomorrow (Tuesday 24th), the spirits industry is calling on MPs to reconsider their position on the types of alcohol that may be sold in supermarkets and grocery stores. More >>
Diana's Death - Unanswered Questions Remain
Monday, 23 August 1999, 9:14 am | Unknown
John Howard reports that on the second anniversary of Princess Diana's death there remain a number of unanswered questions. More >>
The Sporting Scoop: NZ Win Cricket Series
Monday, 23 August 1999, 1:36 am | Unknown
An unabashed supporter of British sport reports on a historic victory for NZ cricket and an ignominious defeat for England More >>
International Pianist Showcases in Manukau
Saturday, 21 August 1999, 5:53 pm | Unknown
Born in Wellington, Marcus began his piano studies in Dunedin then moved to Austria where he studied at the Haydn Konservatorium and the Vienna Academy of Music. More >>
International Pianist Showcases in Manukau
Saturday, 21 August 1999, 5:36 pm | Unknown
Born in Wellington, Marcus began his piano studies in Dunedin then moved to Austria where he studied at the Haydn Konservatorium and the Vienna Academy of Music. More >>
Choosing Local Art For The Eyes Of The World
Saturday, 21 August 1999, 2:50 pm | Unknown
World leaders flock down under next month to attend the annual Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Ministerial and Leaders' meetings in Auckland, giving New Zealand an unprecedented chance to show off the best it has to offer. More >>
AUS: Moura Mine Sale Finalised
Saturday, 21 August 1999, 10:24 am | Unknown
The Broken Hill Proprietary Company Limited (BHP) has confirmed the sale of Moura coal mine to the Moura Joint Venture, effective from today. The mine was previously owned by BHP Mitsui Coal Pty. Ltd. (BHP - 80 per cent, Mitsui - 20 per cent). Proceeds ... More >>
AUSDefence Force Housing Exempt from FBT Reporting
Friday, 20 August 1999, 9:29 pm | Unknown
The Minister for Defence, John Moore, and the Minister Assisting the Minister for Defence, Bruce Scott, today announced that housing assistance provided to Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel in Australia will be totally exempted from FBT reporting ... More >>
AUS: Y2K Forum Builds Business Confidence in NSW
Friday, 20 August 1999, 9:28 pm | Unknown
Businesses and the community alike in New South Wales will significantly benefit from the information delivered at the Sydney Y2K Infrastructure Forum, Senator Ian Campbell, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Communications, Information ... More >>
