New Method of Possum Control
A new method of possum control has been designed by the Department of Conservation – an innovative possum proof gate, which will be used in the Waitutu Forest.
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Complaintline Website for Consumers
Complaintline has been launched by the Minister of Consumer Affairs as a gateway website for disputes resolution.
New Regional Trauma System at Waikato Hospital
New Zealand’s first regional trauma system was launched at Waikato Hospital by Health Minister Tony Ryall.
Eight Nation Free Trade Deal (TPP) Negotiations
Negotiations towards an eight-nation free trade deal, known as the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) begin this week in Melbourne, with a focus on extending existing free trade agreement between New Zealand, Singapore, Chile and Brunei to include the United States, Vietnam, Peru and Australia.
Health and Safety in Employment Act Reminder from DOL
The Department of Labour (DOL) is reminding employers of their responsibilities under the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992, following the sentencing of James Hardie NZ Ltd.
New Air Cargo Inspection Facility at Auckland Airport
Customs Minister Maurice Williamson opened a new Air Cargo Inspection Facility at Auckland Airport.
Government Plans to Improve Health for Pacific People
The government has launched a five year health plan for Pacific people ‘Ala Mo’ui: Pathways to Pacific Health and Wellbeing 2010 – 2014.
$21m Food Development Facilities Nationwide
The government plans to spend up to $21 million establishing a network of food development facilities in order to encourage New Zealand’s export base to create more value from their products, to help raise NZ’s economic growth rate.
Networking Website for Health Clinicians
A new website is being developed by the Ministry of Health enabling doctors, nurses, and other health specialists to share information and discuss topics online. The website will feature similar social networking tools such as Facebook and Bebo use.
New Housing NZ Options and Advice Service
A new initiative, the Housing New Zealand Options and Advice service will be rolled out nationally.
Ministry of Education to Increase Efficiency
Government has asked the Ministry of Education to increase efficiency and focus on support for schools and ECE services, with less National Office bureaucracy.
Telecom XT Outages Raise Ministerial Concerns Over 111 Calls
The Minister for Communications and Information Technology says government may need to regulate to ensure 111 calls from mobile phones are prioritised when networks become unstable, such as the recent Telecom XT outage.
Maori Land Court Deputy Chief Judge Announced
Judge Caren Fox of Ngati Porou and Rongowhakaata has been announced the new Deputy Chief Judge for Maori Land Court by Dr Pita Sharples, the Minister of Maori Affairs for New Zealand.
2010 Swine Flu Pandemic Influenza Update
18 February 2010 Media Release from the New Zealand Ministry of Health (MOH) on the Swine Flu Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2010.
Low holiday road toll encouraging
The Minister of Transport for New Zealand, Steven Joyce, says the final road toll over the Christmas and New Year Holiday period for 2009-2010 is a good sign following the recent introduction of new laws banning cellphone use, drugged driving and illegal street racing.
New Zealand-Australia Investment Forum March 2010
New Zealand-Australia Investment Forum is announced to be held mid-March 2010 as a showcase for New Zealand and Australian investment markets.
Dunne says Banks settlement is victory for legal process
Peter Dunne, Revenue Minister for New Zealand says a $2.2 billion settlement agreement with the Banks over a long-running tax avoidance dispute is a victory for legal process in New Zealand and shows that the IRD has the capability to pursue cross-border transactions.
2009 Swine Flu Pandemic Influenza Update
Dr Mark Jacobs, Director of Public Health in New Zealand gives Update 165 on the H1N1 Swine Flu Pandemic Influenza for 2009 showing overall rates of the influenza remain low in New Zealand and that the Ministry of Health is actively reviewing the situation and preparing for a potential increase in activity over 2010.
Strengthening of Crimes Act to protect children
Simon Power, Minister of Justine releases information that the Government is planning on introducing a bill that will strengthen the Crimes Act to combat assault and injury offending against children.