Новости за 15.08.2016

“I remained a socialist for several years, even after my rejection of Marxism; and if there could be such a thing as socialism combined with individual liberty, I would be a socialist still. For nothing could be better than living a modest, simple, and free life in an egalitarian society. It took some time before […]

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The Herald reports: Little was asked if Labour would decriminalise cannabis during an interview on Victoria University student radio station Salient FM. “We will look at holding a referendum about it… we want to make sure there is a good information campaign about it, and have a referendum about it and let people decide,” he […]

So they did it, the council actually passed a reasonably good Unitary Plan, a feat that just six months ago seemed so unlikely. This represents a fairly historic moment for Auckland as for the first time, the region will have a single set of planning rules that enable the city to grow and are also aligned with the [...]

Press Release – Office of the Clerk 1. TODD MULLER (NationalBay of Plenty) to the Minister of Finance : What recent announcements has the Government made regarding its Social Housing Reform Programme?• TUESDAY, 16 AUGUST 2016 Mr Speaker took the Chair at 2 p.m. Prayers. ORAL QUESTIONS QUESTIONS TO MINISTERS Social Housing—Reform 1. TODD MULLER […]

Press Release – Save The Children Save the Children is calling on the New Zealand government to redouble its efforts to offer refuge to children and families living in detention centres in Nauru, following fresh evidence of abuse.16 August 2016 Save the Children urges NZ Government to help children on Nauru Save the Children is […]

Press Release – Spark NZ Spark New Zealand announced today the appointment of Ed Hyde as the new CEO for Spark Ventures and a member of the Spark Leadership Team.Spark New Zealand announces new CEO for Spark Ventures Spark New Zealand announced today the appointment of Ed Hyde as the new CEO for Spark Ventures […]

News from Te Papa Mahuki yesterday opened its doors to ten entrepreneurial teams who have been tasked to respond with digital solutions, to challenge sets faced by Te Papa and other cultural service providers across New Zealand and the world. A pōwhiri (traditional Māori welcome) to welcome the teams and staff was held at Te […]

Press Release – Kapiti Coast District Council Repair works following the significant storm in Kāpiti a few weeks ago are continuing. The timber wall on Raumati Beach, in front of the Waterfront Bar, is being replaced and this work is expected to be finished later this week depending on weather. The wall has been weather-damaged […]

Aug. 15 (BusinessDesk) - The New Zealand dollar was little changed on a day that provided new information about the economy, kicking off a week that includes labour market data, the latest GlobalDairyTrade auction and the minutes of the last Federal ...

Aug. 15 (BusinessDesk) - New Zealand shares gained as early earnings reports skewed positive, with Steel & Tube Holdings and Summerset Group gaining on their results.

Massey University’s Professor Nigel French, a world leader in molecular epidemiology and public health research, has been appointed the inaugural director of the New Zealand Food Safety Science and Research Centre.

A team of officers is now working through evidence and whether both crimes are linked.

The Government is welcoming Auckland Council’s passing of the new Unitary Plan, which is a key component of the long-term solution to the city’s housing challenges, Environment Minister Dr Nick Smith says.

A commercial and residential flooring company has been fined $33,125 and ordered to pay reparations totalling $24,482.88 after an employee was left with serious burns in an incident involving the ignition of flammable solvent adhesive while installing ...

The free expo promotes youth wellbeing by showcasing activities and services that focus on good health, fun and support for youth locally.

This month the Department of Corrections is celebrating the 130th anniversary of probation services in New Zealand.

Auckland International Airport Limited advises that the company's 2016 annual meeting will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday 20 October 2016 at the Vodafone Events Centre in Manukau. The closing date for nominations by shareholders of directors to be considered ...

Auckland mayoral candidate Mark Thomas says passage of Auckland's Unitary Plan today is an important milestone but the significant challenges of delivering affordable houses, filling our infrastructure deficit and protecting character remain.

Pacific Islands Forum Update 15 August 2016 Historic First Standing Meeting of the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers in Suva

An elite group of global champions featuring Olympic Gold medallists and sporting world champions are joining forces with business to present at a unique business summit in Auckland.

Prime Minister John Key today introduced a bill to update the legislative framework and improve the transparency of New Zealand’s intelligence and security agencies.

Labour will support the NZ Intelligence and Security Bill to select committee so the issues can be debated nationwide and important amendments can be made, says Opposition Leader Andrew Little.

His next of kin are currently being notified and his name is not expected to be released today.

The National Government has no more excuses for the Auckland housing crisis now that Auckland Council has passed the Unitary Plan, the Green Party said today.