23 November, 2009
Minister breaks the silence on elder abuse
Senior Citizens' Minister John Carter is taking the "It's Not OK" message on the road, travelling to Wairoa today to raise awareness of elder abuse and neglect.
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30 October, 2009
Reviews of Civil Defence tsunami response released
Civil Defence Minister John Carter has released the reports of the internal and external reviews into the Ministry of Civil Defence's response to the 30 September 2009 tsunami alert.
Read full release >>27 October, 2009
Minister appoints New Zealand Racing Board members
Racing Minister, Hon John Carter, today announced the reappointment of Michael Stiassny and Ray O'Connor, and the appointment of Simon Moutter, to the New Zealand Racing Board's governing body.
Read full release >>21 October, 2009
‘Golden Years OE' gets the green light
The Ministers for Social Development and Employment and Senior Citizens have welcomed the passage of legislation granting greater freedom to superannuitants.
Read full release >>13 October, 2009
Tsunami response review Terms of Reference announced
Civil Defence Minister John Carter has today released the Terms of Reference for the independent review into the Ministry of Civil Defence and Emergency Management's response to the recent Samoan tsunami threat.
Read full release >>12 October, 2009
Minister to present inaugural civil defence awards
Civil Defence Minister John Carter will present the inaugural Ministerial Awards for Civil Defence Emergency Management in Manukau City tonight.
Read full release >>1 October, 2009
Minister calls for Civil Defence review
Civil Defence Minister John Carter has asked for a review into how the Civil Defence and Emergency Management ministry deals with tsunami alerts.
Read full release >>30 September, 2009
Celebrating the International Day of Older Persons
The International Day of Older Persons is a great opportunity to honour, respect and acknowledge older New Zealanders, says Senior Citizens Minister John Carter.
Read full release >>30 September, 2009
Minister praises Kiwis' readiness for tsunami
Civil Defence Minister John Carter has congratulated regional civil defence operations and coastal communities for their organisation and response to the tsunami warning issued for New Zealand this morning.
Read full release >>10 September, 2009
Older people need to be financially savvy too
Senior Citizens Minister, John Carter, has today urged older people to take control of their finances and get budgeting advice if they need it.
Read full release >>4 September, 2009
Real local authority, strong regional government
Local Government Minister Rodney Hide and Associate Minister John Carter are welcoming and endorsing the report of the Auckland Governance Legislation Committee. John Carter is also the former chair of the Select Committee.
Read full release >>20 August, 2009
Traffic light system for disaster-damaged buildings
Civil Defence Minister John Carter is urging local authorities to use new guidelines when assessing the damage to buildings in events such as earthquakes and explosions.
Read full release >>10 August, 2009
Better prepared children, schools and families
The Minister of Civil Defence, John Carter, today launched a new, fully revised, schools’ resource to help children, schools and families be better prepared for disasters.
Read full release >>6 August, 2009
$140 million for science research: safer, better prepared New Zealand
The Minister of Civil Defence, John Carter, said that $140 million of science funding announced today will help make New Zealand safer, and better prepared for natural hazards.
Read full release >>6 August, 2009
Going on-line – the older way
The Senior Citizens Minister, John Carter, is praising the latest addition to SeniorNet Learning Centres, which help the over-55's become connected to the net.
Read full release >>24 June, 2009
Consensus grows as submissions close
Holding public meetings across Auckland, listening to concerns and aspirations for the new united council and answering questions has been, for the most part, very enjoyable.
Read full release >>24 June, 2009
Government commits $5 million for flood protection work in Whakatane District
The Government will contribute $5 million to reduce flood risk in the Whakatane District.
Read full release >>22 June, 2009
Mayors share vision for Auckland
Associate Local Government Minister John Carter says he is pleased four of Auckland’s mayors have worked together on a detailed submission to the select committee on Auckland governance.
Read full release >>12 June, 2009
Bus ride for safe families
Two community buses will carry elder abuse and family violence prevention messages around the Far North for the next year at least, and Senior Citizens Minister John Carter took the first ride on Friday June 12.
Read full release >>27 May, 2009
Better transport, consistent services top the list
Travelling across Auckland to the next public meeting on local governance, I am more convinced than ever that this is a city in desperate need of better transport planning.
Read full release >>21 May, 2009
Hotline boosts international emergency links
Civil Defence Minister John Carter has welcomed the formalisation of a civil defence ‘hotline' that strengthens links between New Zealand and Australian emergency management agencies.
Read full release >>11 May, 2009
Taking the Next Step on Auckland's Future - with Your Help
Now that the Government has announced our position on the Royal Commission's Report into Auckland's Governance, we're taking the next step.
Read full release >>11 May, 2009
Napier City responds to siege emergency
Civil Defence Minister John Carter has offered his condolences to the family and colleagues of Senior Constable Len Snee who died of gunshot wounds in the Napier siege.
Read full release >>3 March, 2009
More NZ firefighters heading to Australia
A second contingent of New Zealand firefighters will be farewelled on behalf of the Government by the Minister of Civil Defence John Carter at Whenuapai tomorrow.
Read full release >>16 February, 2009
Minister joins Otago civil defence Exercise Paradise
Civil Defence Minister John Carter will join Otago's Civil Defence Emergency Management Group for its region-wide exercise on Thursday February 19.
Read full release >>2 February, 2009
Racing Safety Fund open to applications
Racing Minister John Carter has announced that applications for the next round of the Racing Safety Development Fund are now open.
Read full release >>9 January, 2009
Racecourse projects benefit from safety fund
Racing Minister John Carter has announced that 26 projects to enhance safety at racecourses across the country will receive grants totalling $575,000 from the Racing Safety Development Fund.
Read full release >>23 December, 2008
Take care over the holidays – Get Ready Get Thru ads
Civil Defence Minister John Carter is urging New Zealanders to take a few simple precautions and keep safe over the holidays.
Read full release >>17 December, 2008
Briefing underlines New Zealand’s ‘hazardscape’
Minister Hon John Carter has released the Briefing to the Incoming Minister for his civil defence portfolio.
Read full release >>17 December, 2008
Jobs, heritage and community
Racing Minister John Carter has released the formal briefing by the Department of Internal Affairs on his new portfolio.
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