11 November, 2009
You know it is a really wonderful thing to be amongst people who have such a generosity of spirit in the work you are doing in our communities - and I want to thank you for the work that you are doing.
Read full speech >>4 November, 2009
(delivered on behalf of the Minister by Ann Dysart)
Read full speech >>29 October, 2009
2009 Volunteering New Zealand conference gala dinner
Read full speech >>29 October, 2009
I came across a statement the other day which got me thinking. It was from Thomas Watson, Chairman of IBM. In 1943 he said, and I quote, "I think there is a world market for maybe five computers".
Read full speech >>29 October, 2009
Te Ururoa Flavell, MP for Waiariki on behalf of Hon Tariana Turia, Minister of the Community and Voluntary Sector
Read full speech >>12 October, 2009
The last time I was here in Rotorua was to bid farewell to a local hero from Ohinemutu; a national icon; and to an international celebrity - Sir Howard Morrison.
Read full speech >>7 October, 2009
Community and Voluntary Sector Minister Tariana Turia has praised the sterling efforts of community volunteers which have been demonstrated to the fore during the recent hazardous weather conditions.
Read full release >>25 September, 2009
I am greatly disappointed to be unable to be with you in person to celebrate this significant launch.
Read full speech >>24 September, 2009
I am absolutely delighted to be with you today, at this the third national Carers Conference.
Read full speech >>24 September, 2009
Gaming machine funding can still go to sport, says Minister of Internal Affairs Nathan Guy and Minister for the Community and Voluntary Sector Tariana Turia.
Read full release >>22 September, 2009
Tariana Turia has welcomed the passing of tax legislation that will make it easier for employees to give to community organisations through their pay.
Read full release >>18 September, 2009
E rere kau mai te Awanui; Mai te kahui maunga ki Tangaroa; Ko au te awa ko te awa ko au!
Read full speech >>7 September, 2009
Tariana Turia announced today that the Government is committed to strengthening its community relationships and would like to do this through an agreement with the sector by the end of next year.
Read full release >>25 August, 2009
There is one word which dominates the report of the social services committee on Vote Employment; Vote Social Development and Vote Youth Development. It is a word which has been found throughout all of the reports in this estimates debate.
Read full speech >>20 August, 2009
I am so disappointed that I am unable to be with you in person, but I hope through the wonders of technology I can at least express my congratulations to you all, for a magnificent 37 years of service.
Read full speech >>12 August, 2009
Minister of Community and Voluntary Sector Tariana Turia today, on International Youth Day, commended the country's youth for their significant contribution to bettering New Zealand communities.
Read full release >>5 August, 2009
Your Excellencies, the Governor-General of New Zealand, the Honourable Sir Anand Satyanand, and Lady Satyanand, members of the Trust Board, Fellows and welcomed guests.
Read full speech >>31 July, 2009
Tariana Turia today welcomed a report on government engagement with citizens and communities.
Read full release >>29 July, 2009
Tariana Turia is encouraging New Zealanders to keep being generous despite the shadow cast over a recent donation clash involving the Epilepsy Foundation.
Read full release >>22 July, 2009
Others encouraged to get on board for next round
Read full release >>8 July, 2009
The Government has given a boost to projects aimed at bringing the world of information, computers and technology to people who are digitally disadvantaged.
Read full release >>24 June, 2009
Matariki : celebrate our vision of a violence-free Aotearoa
Read full speech >>22 June, 2009
Tariana Turia is inviting New Zealanders wishing to conduct research overseas to apply for a fellowship from the New Zealand Winston Churchill Memorial Trust.
Read full release >>19 June, 2009
I want to acknowledge the Hub Chair, Elliot Strange; the Hub members, as well as all the people who have made their way here to think more deeply about the promotion of generosity.
Read full speech >>19 June, 2009
Tariana Turia says most New Zealanders continue to be great givers of their time, energy or money to community organisations and that latest research shows a person's cultural background shapes the nature of their contribution.
Read full release >>18 June, 2009
One of my favourite places in the world is Whangaehu Marae.
Read full speech >>17 June, 2009
Mid-winter Christmas Dinner; Wednesday 17 June 2009 Barry Court Hotel, Gladstone Road, Parnell, Auckland
Read full speech >>14 June, 2009
Tariana Turia is pleased to announce the members of the group charged with finding a better way for the government to deal with Maori whanau.
Read full release >>11 June, 2009
It is the spirit of generosity that brings us together today, and who better to exemplify this generosity than Kaumatua Takutai Wikiriwhi who opened this occasion for us today. He himself has given immensely to the community and I honour him today.
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