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New Zealand Mining Facts

Gerry Brownlee, Minister of Energy and Resouces, shares some facts about mining in New Zealand.

New Brighton Skate Jam 2010

The new skating bowl at Thomson Park, New Brighton, Christchurch is expected to a bigger crowd for the Skate Jam this Saturday 27 March 2010.

Code of Employment Practice on Infant Feeding in the Workplace

The Department of Labour has released a Code of Employment Practice on Infant Feeding in the Workplace.

Hamilton Switching Off for Earth Hour

Hamilton City Council is encouraging Hamilton residents and businesses to switch off for Earth Hour this Saturday 27 March 2010.

Proposed Development of NZ Mineral Estate

A discussion paper has been released on the proposal of environmentally responsible development of NZ’s mineral estate.

Green Party Opposes Key's Mining Proposal

The Green Party opposes John Key’s proposal to mine in protected areas.

Versalko Fraud

ASB is pleased that the SFO investigation into Stephen Versalko’s fraudulent activity has resulted in a guilty plea and sentencing.

McDonald's Arches Black Out for Earth Hour 2010

McDonald’s in New Zealand will black out their Golden Arches this Saturday 27 March 2010 for Earth Hour.

Shanghai Delegation Visits Dunedin for Chinese Garden

A Shanghai delegation is visiting Dunedin to discuss the city’s Chinese Garden with the Dunedin City Council on 25 March 2010.

Employee in Fatal ATV Accident Not Experienced

Department of Labour states that employers are legally required to ensure that employees who use all terrain vehicles (ATV’s) are well trained in their use. P.A. and S.C. Steens Ltd has been fined after it was found their employee who died in an ATV accident was not experienced, and had not been wearing a helmet.