Beehive - Internal Affairs

26 September, 2008

Daylight saving extension popular

An overwhelming majority of New Zealanders support the extension to daylight saving, Internal Affairs Minister, Rick Barker, said today.

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8 September, 2008

New Zealand citizenship celebrates 60 years

Internal Affairs Minister Rick Barker says last Saturday marked an important day in New Zealand history.

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2 September, 2008

Kiwis can look forward to a new-look passport

A new passport book incorporating distinctive New Zealand artwork design and updated security features will be introduced around the middle of next year, Internal Affairs Minister Rick Barker said today.

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20 August, 2008

Minister welcomes returning Kiwi firefighters

Rick Barker, Internal Affairs Minister today welcomed the safe return of nine rural firefighters from a 34-day tour of duty in California, the fifth such deployment to the USA since 2000.

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19 August, 2008

Lottery funding for traditional Māori garden

Lottery Grants Board Presiding Member Rick Barker today announced a grant of up to $433,000 from the Lottery Significant Projects Fund, to Hamilton City Council.

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15 August, 2008

Appointments to Lottery Grants Board and Distribution Committees

Internal Affairs Minister, Hon Rick Barker, has announced reappointments and appointments to the Lottery Grants Board (the Board) and five Lottery distribution committees.

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12 August, 2008

Funding from Lottery a big win for Porirua arena

A grant of up to $2.9 million from the Lottery Significant Projects Fund will allow Porirua City Council to complete the construction of the new Te Rauparaha Arena.

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1 August, 2008

Appointments to the Film and Literature Board of Review

The Board is an independent statutory appeal body established under section 91 of the Films, Videos and Publications Classification Act.

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31 July, 2008

Lottery grant gives Nelson’s athletes a new stadium

Thanks to a grant of up to $784,892 from the Lottery Significant Projects Fund, Nelson will soon have a new multi-sport, indoor stadium.

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31 July, 2008

Lottery grant gives Nelson’s athletes a new stadium

With five netball and basketball courts, twelve volleyball courts, an independent table tennis pod, and sports administration offices, the new stadium will be a major asset to the region.

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28 July, 2008

Canada-New Zealand Wildland Fire Management Arrangement

Mutual assistance arrangements work both ways. New Zealand is able to provide additional capability at times of extreme fire conditions abroad, and can call upon the same kind of assistance if such conditions should arise here.

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23 July, 2008

Act will ensure access to registers with more transparency

In a climate where identity fraud has sadly become a more common occurrence the government is committed to ensuring that personal information is protected.

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22 July, 2008

Ecosanctuary set to grow thanks to Lottery grant

As the South Island’s largest forest sanctuary with a predator-proof fence, the Ecosanctuary is striving to become a leader in the conservation of threatened species.

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22 July, 2008

Lottery funding to help restore Oamaru Opera House

These historic structures are linked to the civic and artistic life of the town of Oamaru, and the whole Waitaki District.

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10 July, 2008

Kiwi firefighters to help battle California blaze

New Zealand firefighters are in high demand worldwide and I know that their contribution will be appreciated and their expertise put to good use.

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9 July, 2008

Allocation of Lottery funding announced

he New Zealand Lottery Grants Board will distribute $102.91 million to its distribution committees and $63.34 million to the statutory bodies that it funds in 2008 / 2009.

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8 July, 2008

Support for victims of abuse in state care

The Listening and Assistance Service aims provide an opportunity for former in-patients to speak about their experiences

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4 July, 2008

Appointment to Gambling Commission

The Commission hears casino licensing applications, and appeals on licensing and enforcement decisions.

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20 June, 2008

Appointments to lottery committees

Eleven Lottery Regional Community Distribution Committees and eight National Distribution Committees distribute the profits of New Zealand Lotteries.

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17 June, 2008

Interpol briefs Minister on fight against child porn

The Department of Internal Affairs is highly active on the Internet and feeds intelligence on offenders to Interpol and other agencies.

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26 May, 2008

Law Commission’s review of inquires and Royal Commissions welcomed

The government will give careful consideration to the Law Commission's recommendations and the draft Bill

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1 May, 2008

$1.75 million Community Sector Research Fund opens

$1.75 million will be made available this year for community organisations applying to undertake research or evaluation projects about New Zealand communities.

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29 April, 2008

Rick Barker to Veterans' Summit in Washington D.C

It is important that Ministers and government representatives charged with the care and support of veterans have the opportunity to share information and come together to discuss veterans' issues.

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29 April, 2008

Counterfeit passport bust a timely reminder

Your passport is your most valuable document when travelling internationally. If you lose your passport then you should immediately report it lost or stolen.

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10 April, 2008

Small increase for fire protection

It is critically important that firefighters have the equipment and capacity to protect our communities and the levy provides critical support for the Fire Service.

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10 April, 2008

Second reading: Births, Deaths, Marriages, and Relationships Registration Amendment Bill

People must be able to access and obtain evidence of the information that supports their identity and family history; and it is vital that the public trust that the government is a responsible steward of their personal information

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3 April, 2008

Lotto online – safety first

Internal Affairs Minister, Rick Barker has responded to Green MP, Sue Bradford's concerns over moves to offer Lotto online with the assurance that the safety features in place are robust and in fact offer greater protection than traditional play.

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3 April, 2008