The story of India’s development since independence should be an inspiration to New Zealanders young and old

Helping Waikato families to lead healthy productive lives is the focus of MSD's annual plan for the region.

The future of our country is in good hands judging by the commitment and passion of NZ's Youth Parliament MPs

"Today 121 Youth MPs from around the country take over Parliament to provide a youth voice on current issues during Youth Parliament 07," says Youth Affairs Minister Nanaia Mahuta.

Youth Parliament is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our diverse youth population.

Preventing family violence and the needs of rural communities are priorities in the Ministry of Social Development’s Annual Plan for Taranaki, King Country and Wanganui.

Even more rangatahi are making positive health choices and are choosing not to smoke.

This is a significant acknowledgement of Customs supply chain security programme.

The Youth MPs have set themselves an impressive agenda at next month's Youth Parliament.

Stage Challenge is a positive outlet for young people .

The awards celebrate rangatahi and provide an important pathway forward.

Volunteers are the life blood of our communities and provide special support for young people.

Our Coastwatch volunteers are an important part of protecting our border.

I welcome debate on how to encourage young people to vote and participate in the democratic process.

It's encouraging to see that Whanganui is taking a positive step to engage in issues concerning rangatahi.

We can all learn from the voices of young refugees - World Refugee Day is a good day to begin.

Young people are making a real difference to their and their whanau's health.

Nanaia Mahuta, who represented the New Zealand government at this meeting, delivered the speech of thanks of behalf of all delegates.

Online dog re-registration is a good service for responsible dog owners.

Today we celebrate 20 years since New Zealand became nuclear free

Working to make sure that rangatahi reach their full potential.

Youth workers have a positive impact, especially with hard-to-reach young people

Smoking is harmful and can really affect you - so why not kick it in the butt?

Sixteen local councils have been granted funding of $1.3million for innovative projects to help young people gain local employment, further education or training.