12 October, 2009
Tena koutou, tena koutou, tena koutou katoa. Good afternoon. It is a pleasure to be here today on behalf of the Minister responsible for the National Library of New Zealand, the Hon Nathan Guy. He could not be here today as he was required to attend a Cabinet meeting. However, he would like me to pass on his best wishes to you all.
Read full speech >>23 July, 2009
Tena koutou, tena koutou, tena koutou katoa. It is a great pleasure to be here at the National Library this evening. This event has special significance for me, as it is my first official engagement as Minister responsible for the National Library.
Read full speech >>22 May, 2009
I am very pleased to be here to speak to you today in my capacity as Minister responsible for the National Library of New Zealand. The National Library portfolio has proven to be very interesting and since becoming Minister I've been fortunate to have been involved in many stimulating issues and events.
Read full speech >>5 February, 2009
It is with great pleasure that I welcome you all to the Banquet Hall today to celebrate the launch of the National Digital Heritage Archive.
Read full speech >>11 December, 2008
Launch of new Alexander Turnbull Library Manuscripts and Pictorial website featuring the papers of Sir Donald McLean at the National Library, 11 December 2008
Read full speech >>1 December, 2008
Opening of Welcome Sweet Peace: Returning Home after the Great War at the National Library, 1 December 2008.
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