27 November, 2008
Minister welcomes dairying effluent report
The Minister of Agriculture Hon David Carter has welcomed the findings of Environment Canterbury's (ECAN) 2007/08 dairy shed effluent report.
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27 November, 2008
Pike River coal mine officially opened today
The Minister of Energy and Resources, and Economic Development, Gerry Brownlee, today opened the new Pike River coal mine in the Paparoa Ranges, 50 kilometres north-east of Greymouth.
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New early childhood regulations to be delayed
New regulations imposed by the former Labour Government for the early childhood sector will not be introduced on December 1, says Education Minister, Anne Tolley.
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Six Community Magistrates appointed
The Governor-General has appointed six new Community Magistrates for the Waikato/Bay of Plenty region.
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Opposition to family violence reaffirmed
Women's Affairs Minister Pansy Wong has urged people to reaffirm their opposition to violence against women by wearing a white ribbon this week.
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Government to clamp down on drug traders
Legislation to clamp down on criminal gangs and drug traders is to be one of the priorities on the new government's 100-day plan, says Police Minister Judith Collins.
Read full release >>24 November, 2008
Take a stand on violence against women on White Ribbon Day
White Ribbon Day is an opportunity to reinforce the message that society does not condone violence against women, says Social Development and Employment Minister Paula Bennett.
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Kiwis congratulated for historic win
The Acting Prime Minister, Bill English, is congratulating the Kiwis on winning last night's 2008 Rugby League World Cup.
Read full release >>20 November, 2008
Opening of Parliament
Prime Minister John Key today said Parliament will open in the week starting 8 December.
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Prime Minister to meet The Queen
Prime Minister John Key will have an Audience with The Queen at Buckingham Palace on November 25.
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Prime Minister to attend Apec Leader’s Summit
Prime Minister John Key leaves today for Apec in Lima, Peru, to attend the Asia Pacific Economic Co-operation (Apec) Leader’s Summit.
Read full release >>19 November, 2008
National's Ministry focused on growth, prosperity
17 November. The National-led Government's Ministry will be focused on growth to deliver prosperity for all New Zealanders, says Prime Minister-Designate John Key.
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National-Maori Party agreement announced
16 November. Prime Minister-Designate John Key today announced the details of the confidence and supply arrangement reached between the National Party and Maori Party.
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National-United Future agreement announced
16 November. Prime Minister-Designate John Key today announced the details of the confidence and supply arrangement reached between the National and United Future parties.
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National-ACT agreement announced
16 November. Prime Minister-Designate John Key today announced the details of the confidence and supply arrangement agreed between the National and ACT parties.
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Court stabbing reinforces need for security
Today's stabbing in Wellington District Court reinforced the wisdom of boosting court security as announced in last month's Budget.
Read full release >>31 March, 2008
New Zealand statement on Afghanistan
Delivered to the International Conference on Afghanistan The Hague, The Netherlands
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