2 September, 2008
Pan Pacific HIV Positive Peoples Gathering
Speech opening the Pan Pacific Gathering for HIV Positive People.
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29 August, 2008
Navigating Pacific pathways in the creative sector
Greater participation of Pacific peoples in the creative, emerging and growth industries is being supported through an exciting online resource.
Read full release >>28 August, 2008
Pacific peoples make gains in wellbeing
The 2008 Social Report reveals Pacific peoples have made real gains across a variety of areas, in some cases faster than the total New Zealand population.
Read full release >>26 August, 2008
Central Cancer Network Fono
This fono is an important opportunity to develop partnerships that strengthen our understanding of the importance of good information and access to cancer services for our Pacific communities.
Read full speech >>21 August, 2008
Letterman: Joseph Churchward's World of Type Exhibition Blessing
Speech at the blessing ceremony for this exhibition of Joseph Churchward’s works.
Read full speech >>19 August, 2008
Stepped Up Pasifika Education Plan Launch
Speech at the launch of the Pasifika Education Plan 2008-2012
Read full speech >>19 August, 2008
Upping the ante for Pasifika educational achievement
The Pasifika Education Plan 2008-2012 was launched today, stepping up the government’s commitment to ensure more Pasifika students achieve their educational potential.
Read full release >>13 August, 2008
Tremendous contribution to Pacific remembered
Pacific Island Affairs Minister Luamanuvao Winnie Laban will travel to Apia tomorrow to attend the funeral of the former Secretary General of the Pacific Islands Forum, Greg Urwin.
Read full release >>10 August, 2008
SPACIFICally Pacific Hawkes Bay Opening
A collaborative spirit has been built on the firm foundation of commitment by all Pasifika in Hawkes Bay – the families and students, communities, churches, cultural and social groups, young and old.
Read full speech >>9 August, 2008
Pacific Return to Nursing Programme at MIT
The Pacific Return to Nursing Programme is part of the government's Upskilling Partnership Programme, and MIT and Counties Manukau DHB must be congratulated for forming this collaborative partnership.
Read full speech >>9 August, 2008
Pacific nursing programme initiative
The Pacific Return to Nursing Programme is a fantastic initiative that is successfully encouraging nurses trained and registered in the Pacific to gain New Zealand registration.
Read full release >>29 July, 2008
Pacific businesses encouraged to access online tool
Pacific business people now have access to a new online tool which can help them assess and improve their performance.
Read full release >>25 July, 2008
Opening of new Nukutulea Aoga Niue ECE centre
This centre was established to nurture and maintain the Niuean language and culture through the provision of an early childhood education and care service.
Read full speech >>24 July, 2008
Pacific Forum Trade Ministers meeting a success
A meeting of Pacific Forum Trade Ministers and senior officials in Rarotonga was a success in advancing a number of key issues.
Read full release >>24 July, 2008
Pacific achievement at school increasing
To maintain momentum it is vital that our Pasifika students are at school, interested and actively participating in learning.
Read full release >>22 July, 2008
More PI women being screened for breast cancer
It is vital that we continue to see more and more Pacific women getting screened.
Read full release >>21 July, 2008
Pacific trade and economic integration
Pacific Forum trade ministers to discuss trade and economic integration under the Pacific Agreement on Closer Economic Relations when they meet on 22 July
Read full release >>16 July, 2008
Launch of 'Across an Ocean'
'Across an Ocean' encourages people to overcome barriers, encourage success in the creative industries and to come together and support each other
Read full speech >>12 July, 2008
Pasifika students lead decrease in school suspensions
A Government initiative to reduce school suspensions is showing good results among Pasifika students.
Read full release >>9 July, 2008
Local scooter business speed towards growth
Eco-friendly scooter and skateboard company X-Rides Ltd is ramping up its growth prospects.
Read full release >>9 July, 2008
$25m new centre boosts Whitireia’s trades training
Whitireia Community Polytechnic is now even better placed to contribute to trades training with a brand new Industry Training Centre.
Read full release >>5 July, 2008
Forum of the Christian Left (FOCaL) Conference
New Zealand and the Pacific are neighbours and kin, and this is a relationship as a nation we should build on.
Read full speech >>4 July, 2008
New Zealand Aotearoa Adolescent Health and Development Conference Pacific Breakfast
The relationships that we build with each other and our communities are a strength that our young people can draw upon.
Read full speech >>3 July, 2008
New campus will benefit Pacific people
Pacific Island Affairs Minister Luamanuvao Winnie Laban has welcomed the announcement of a new university campus for Counties Manukau.
Read full release >>2 July, 2008
Cook Islands Parliamentary Study Tour welcomed
A visit from members of the Parliament of the Cook Islands provides an opportunity to acknowledge the special relationship that New Zealand has with the Cook Islands.
Read full release >>2 July, 2008
Inspirational Pacific leader will be greatly missed
Aunty Liz was a dedicated and committed Pacific leader who is an inspiration for many in our community and particularly our Pacific women.
Read full release >>1 July, 2008
Launch of I-E-KO-KO! An Introduction to Cook Islands Māori
I-E-KO-KO! An Introduction to Cook Islands Māori provides opportunities for any student to learn Cook Islands Māori in our schools.
Read full speech >>1 July, 2008
I-E-Ko-Ko encourages Cook Islands Māori in class
This is an important resource for students to learn new skills and a language that reflects the richness and diversity of New Zealand's National Identity.
Read full release >>17 June, 2008
Pacific Island volunteers valued
Volunteer Awareness Week (15-21 June) is an opportunity to acknowledge the valuable contribution of our Pacific volunteers
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Portfolios
- Economic Development - Associate Minister
- Pacific Island Affairs - Minister
- Social Development and Employment - Associate Minister
- Trade - Associate Minister
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