3 October, 2008
Minister calls for applications from potential tourism scholars
Tourism Minister Damien O'Connor today called for students with an interest in tourism to apply for $15,000 Tourism Research Scholarships.
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29 September, 2008
Prostate cancer resources will help men make choices
New resources going out to GPs and medical practices will provide better information to help men decide if they want to be tested for prostate cancer, said Associate Minister of Health Damien O'Connor.
Read full release >>29 September, 2008
Yet another award for NZ as a tourism destination
New Zealand was voted Country of the Year 2008 in a popular Australian travel show recently, adding to a number of awards received over the past year, Tourism Minister Damien O'Connor said today.
Read full release >>29 September, 2008
Smokefree campaign discourages youth smoking
A youth-targeted smokefree campaign is discouraging young people from smoking according to new data released today by Associate Health Minister Damien O'Connor.
Read full release >>29 September, 2008
Rural economy will benefit from new Air NZ flights
Wairarapa's rural economy will benefit hugely from new flights between Auckland and Masterton, Tourism Minister Damien O'Connor said today.
Read full release >>25 September, 2008
Walking Access Bill passes into law
A Bill securing public access to New Zealand’s great outdoors was passed in Parliament today by an overwhelming majority.
Read full release >>25 September, 2008
Minister expresses sadness following jet boat accident
Tourism Minister Damien O'Connor has expressed sadness after learning one person is missing and several people are injured following a jet boat accident in Queenstown this afternoon.
Read full release >>24 September, 2008
Community bus companies can seek review: Minister
Rural Affairs Minister Damien O'Connor said a number of small provincial bus companies have contacted him following announced changes to the school bus system in the country.
Read full release >>22 September, 2008
Government commits funding to Carter Observatory
The government has committed over $39,000 to Wellington's Carter Observatory as part of a redevelopment of the facility.
Read full release >>17 September, 2008
International visitors continue to spend more in NZ
International visitors continue to spend more during their trips to New Zealand according to new data released today, said Tourism Minister Damien O'Connor.
Read full release >>15 September, 2008
Bumper ski season to lure Aussies
Two special ads will go to air in Australia today encouraging Australians to share our slopes this spring
Read full release >>10 September, 2008
Tourism industry priorities mirror those of government
The government is already committed to the priorities outlined in a document released by the tourism industry today
Read full release >>3 September, 2008
Men’s health a priority for the government: O’Connor
Improving the health of New Zealand men is a priority for this government, Associate Health Minister Damien O’Connor said today.
Read full release >>2 September, 2008
New Zealand still a favourite in the UK
New Zealand has been voted the number one destination by travellers in the UK, Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor said today.
Read full release >>29 August, 2008
Government will continue to deliver for tourism
It is essential New Zealand continues to deliver on our 100% Pure New Zealand brand and the government has committed significant money in doing so, Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor said today.
Read full release >>29 August, 2008
Graphic warnings on cigarettes now compulsory
It is now compulsory for all tobacco products to show graphic health warnings, Associate Health Minister Damien O’Connor said today.
Read full release >>27 August, 2008
Environmental report card from travellers positive
The majority of international and domestic travellers say New Zealand’s six top tourist regions show sound environmental management, Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor said today.
Read full release >>26 August, 2008
Walking Access Bill Second Reading speech
Madam Speaker, I wish to move that the Walking Access Bill now be read a second time.
Read full speech >>26 August, 2008
Minister welcomes Walking Access Bill back from select committee
A Bill securing public access to New Zealand’s outdoors had its second reading in Parliament today.
Read full release >>26 August, 2008
Delivery of rural broadband stepped up
The government’s commitment of $75 million for rural projects aimed at extending the reach of broadband is great news for people living in remote areas
Read full release >>12 August, 2008
Bowel Cancer Taskforce established
A six-member taskforce has been established to provide advice and recommendations on a programme to improve bowel cancer outcomes for all New Zealanders.
Read full release >>7 August, 2008
Funding for communities to improve sewerage systems
The government is committing over $23 million to improve sewerage systems in ten small communities, Associate Health Minister Damien O’Connor announced today.
Read full release >>6 August, 2008
Big boost for marae and small drinking water supplies
The government is committing nearly $7 million to upgrade 44 small community drinking-water supplies, Associate Health Ministers Damien O’Connor and Mita Ririnui announced today.
Read full release >>4 August, 2008
Government commits funding to sustainable tourism
The government is committing an extra $2.83 million over the next year for the implementation of the New Zealand Tourism Strategy 2015
Read full release >>4 August, 2008
Tourism Industry Conference 2008
Damien O'Connor's speech to the Tourism Industry Conference in Christchurch. ‘Bringing New Zealand to the world, and bringing the world to New Zealand’
Read full speech >>1 August, 2008
Successful regions for sustainable tourism funding announced
Nine successful regions to receive government funding for sustainable tourism have been announced today by Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor.
Read full release >>31 July, 2008
Healthy Eating Healthy Action plan for Southland
A new plan aiming to improve nutrition, increase physical activity and reduce obesity in Southland was launched by Associate Health Minister Damien O’Connor today.
Read full release >>31 July, 2008
Rural towns get funding to improve sewerage systems
Three rural communities are receiving government funding to help upgrade or install new sewerage systems, Minister for Rural Affairs and Associate Minister of Health Damien O'Connor announced today.
Read full release >>30 July, 2008
Data shows positive long term prospects for tourism
International visitor arrivals are expected to grow 26 percent by 2014 according to new forecast data released today, Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor said.
Read full release >>30 July, 2008
Gold for New Zealand in PATA Awards 2008
Tourism Minister Damien O’Connor today congratulated Tourism New Zealand on its recent awards for its innovative marketing and public relations campaigns in the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Gold Awards.
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