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Hon Hekia Parata

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18 April, 2013

Speech House Debate: Pacific Parliamentary and Political Leaders’ Forum

Mr Speaker, we are joined today in the House by a number of special guests, the delegates attending the inaugural Pacific Parliamentary and Political Leaders’ Forum. I would like to extend a very warm Aotearoa New Zealand welcome to each of them.

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12 April, 2013

Speech to the Tamaki Learning Provider's Hui

Tēnā koutou katoa, Talofa lava, Kia orana, Mālō e lelei, Ni sa bula vinaka, Taloha ni, Fakaalofa lahi atu, and greetings to you all.

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11 April, 2013

Speech to Auckland Primary Principals Association in Taupō

As principals, you have a vital role to play as leaders of our education sector, and I’d like to thank you all for your hard work and dedication.

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16 May, 2012

Speech Notes: Raising achievement for all in Budget 2012

Education is a subject that’s dear to my heart and head - and indeed yours, as future employers and business associates of the generation of young New Zealanders who are coming through our education system today.

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