24 November, 2009
Govt announces $500m for Auckland's electric trains
The electrification of Auckland's rail system is one step closer today, with Cabinet approving funding of $500 million for the purchase of electric trains.
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20 November, 2009
Change to Telecom’s operation separation undertakings
Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce has approved a variation to Telecom's operational separation undertakings, which came into force in March 2008.
Read full release >>19 November, 2009
Jack Matthews added to Crown Fibre Holdings board
Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce today announced Mr Jack Matthews as a further member of the board of Crown Fibre Holdings.
Read full release >>19 November, 2009
Summary of road safety submissions released
Transport Minister Steven Joyce has today released a summary of the more than 1,500 submissions received as part of a wide-ranging review of road safety.
Read full release >>17 November, 2009
Strong interest in Govt broadband proposal
Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce says he is very pleased with the high level of interest from parties seeking to participate in the government's urban fibre roll-out.
Read full release >>13 November, 2009
Focus on young drivers
Transport Minister Steven Joyce says introducing measures designed to reduce the number of fatal and serious vehicle crashes involving young drivers is a priority for the government.
Read full release >>12 November, 2009
Investment delivers for Waikato rail
The Waikato rail network is set to be the first to benefit from new track maintenance equipment coming into service, Transport Minister Steven Joyce has announced.
Read full release >>9 November, 2009
Construction on first Road of National Significance begins
Construction on the first of seven initial Roads of National Significance is underway, with physical works beginning today on the Victoria Park project in Auckland - more than a year earlier than originally planned.
Read full release >>5 November, 2009
Public consultation on telecommunications relay and video relay services
Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce today released a discussion document on the future of the telecommunications services for the deaf, hearing impaired and speech impaired communities.
Read full release >>4 November, 2009
Korea, Australia and NZ discuss digital futures
Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce today opened the 2009 Korea Australia New Zealand (KANZ) Broadband Summit: Digital Futures in Auckland.
Read full release >>3 November, 2009
Australian airlines to contribute to domestic aviation safety
The government has moved to correct an anomaly in civil aviation law which has meant that Australian-licensed airlines operating in the New Zealand domestic market have not paid the passenger safety levy.
Read full release >>30 October, 2009
Work starts early on Hawke's Bay Expressway southern extension
The second major Hawke's Bay roading project to start this month got underway today as construction began earlier than anticipated on the Hawke's Bay Expressway's southern extension.
Read full release >>29 October, 2009
Crown Fibre Holdings Board appointments
Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce today confirmed the formation of Crown Fibre Holdings Limited, and appointed its inaugural Board.
Read full release >>28 October, 2009
Land Transport Management Act to be reviewed
Transport Minister Steven Joyce has asked for a review of the Land Transport Management Act (LTMA) to ensure compliance costs are minimised and planning processes simplified.
Read full release >>27 October, 2009
New rule to ensure safer winter tyre use
Transport Minister Steven Joyce has signed a new rule setting safety standards for winter tyres.
Read full release >>27 October, 2009
Govt extends time for submissions on broadband complementary measures
The government has extended the time available for interested parties to make submissions on the ultra-fast broadband complementary measures discussion document.
Read full release >>23 October, 2009
Drive safe this Labour Day weekend
Transport Minister Steven Joyce is urging motorists to take care on the roads this Labour Day weekend.
Read full release >>22 October, 2009
Govt extends frequency payment terms for radio broadcasters
Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce today announced optional changes to the payment plan for radio broadcasters to renew their spectrum licences.
Read full release >>21 October, 2009
Govt starts seeking ultra-fast broadband partners
Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce today released the "Invitation to Participate" in the partner selection process for the government's $1.5 billion ultra-fast broadband investment initiative.
Read full release >>20 October, 2009
Drugged driving law now includes benzodiazepines
Parliament has tonight voted to widen the scope of new drugged driving legislation to include benzodiazepines - a class of prescription drugs that can lead to severe impairment in driving ability.
Read full release >>20 October, 2009
Illegal street racing Bill passes third reading
The Land Transport (Enforcement Powers) Amendment Bill that tackles illegal street racing passed its Third Reading in Parliament tonight.
Read full release >>16 October, 2009
Changes to Christmas mail delivery
Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce today announced that he has agreed to New Zealand Post’s proposal to change mail delivery over the 2009/10 Christmas period.
Read full release >>7 October, 2009
Facilitating the Deployment of Broadband Infrastructure
Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce today released a discussion document on complementary measures the government is considering to facilitate the deployment of broadband infrastructure by local fibre companies and other telecommunications companies.
Read full release >>6 October, 2009
Drugged driving law brought forward, benzodiazepines added
The government has brought forward the start date of legislation aimed at tackling drugged driving to 1 November, a month earlier than previously planned.
Read full release >>5 October, 2009
New Metro Rail Operating Plan Released
The Government has today released the new ownership and operating model for metro commuter rail services in Auckland and Wellington.
Read full release >>2 October, 2009
$30m roading project starts 9 months early
Work towards the realignment of the Matahorua Gorge between Napier and Gisborne has commenced today - nine months earlier than originally scheduled - thanks to an additional $142.5 million in funding announced in February as part of the government's Jobs and Growth plan.
Read full release >>1 October, 2009
Proposed change to Christmas mail delivery
Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce says the government is considering a proposal to change mail delivery over the 2009/10 Christmas period, subject to feedback from the public.
Read full release >>30 September, 2009
Fuel tax changes tomorrow
Transport Minister Steven Joyce says increases in fuel excise duty (FED) and Road User Charges (RUC) which come into force tomorrow will bring benefits to all New Zealanders through better roading and public transport networks.
Read full release >>30 September, 2009
Road safety consultation closes Friday
Transport Minister Steven Joyce is urging road users to have their say on what actions should be taken to make New Zealand's roads safer.
Read full release >>29 September, 2009
Government releases coverage and funding plan for rural telecommunications
The government has today released its coverage and funding plans for rural telecommunications. Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce today released two proposals for public comment. These proposals focus on progressing the rural fast broadband initiative and reforming the Telecommunications Service Obligations (TSO) levy.
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