Thailand’s Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa will visit New Zealand this week, Foreign Minister Winston Peters has announced. “Thailand is an important economic and security partner for New Zealand in Southeast Asia,” Mr Peters says. “The visit is another important step as our two countries work to lift our relationship to a ‘Strategic Partnership’ by 2026.” “Minister … Read more
NZCTU slams Government’s ferry fiasco
CTU
The NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi is slamming the Government for failing to show any leadership on infrastructure delivery after they revealed today that they have no plan to replace the Cook Strait ferries a year on from their decision to cancel the iReX project. “Today’s announcement by the Minister of Finance shows why New Zealanders … Read more
Health New Zealand offers increased community-based maternity services in Southern district
Te Whatu Ora
Health New Zealand has extended its community-based maternity services in the Southern district, with antenatal and postnatal clinics now available at the recently opened Te Kāika Wellbeing Hub. Obstetrics-led antenatal clinics had been operating on a trial basis at the wellbeing hub in the Dunedin suburb of Caversham since it opened in May this year, … Read more
New ferries will ensure safe, resilient connection
The Government is establishing a new company to procure two new ferries to ensure a safe, reliable and commercially viable ferry service, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. “This decision will ensure New Zealand has a safe, reliable and resilient service to move people and freight between the North and South Islands. “The ferries are expected … Read more
Milestone for Iwi Māori Partnership Boards
Health Minister Dr Shane Reti says Iwi Māori Partnership Boards have taken a major step as part of the Government’s commitment to the health of Māori communities. Minister Reti has now received 15 IMPB community health plans, representing the vision and plans of the boards for health and wellbeing in communities throughout New Zealand. “Receiving … Read more
New seafood processing factory opens in Porirua
A new seafood processing factory in Porirua north of Wellington will bring export revenue, jobs and opportunities for the community, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says. The Wellington Kaimoana Hub, a joint venture between Māori owned seafood companies Moana New Zealand and Port Nicholson Fisheries, was formally opened by Mr Jones today. “I congratulate … Read more