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The Government today announced initiatives to improve learning opportunities for Pacific students who speak English as a second language.

A nationwide strategy aimed at improving the health of Pacific peoples in New Zealand has been welcomed by Pacific Island Affairs Minister Mark Gosche.

The Minister of Pacific Island Affairs and MP for Maungakiekie Mark Gosche has wished world heavyweight boxing contender David Tua well when he fronts up for the world title in Las Vegas on Sunday.

The Minister of Pacific Island Affairs Mark Gosche welcomed news that 14 Pacific health providers are to receive funding from the $1.5 million Pacific Island Provider Development Fund.

A further $5 million will be distributed in the new year.

The Minister of Pacific Island Affairs Mark Gosche has welcomed new scholarships to encourage Pacific early childhood educators.

Pacific Island Affairs Minister Mark Gosche urged Pacific peoples to consider a teaching career today.

"Teachers make a huge difference in the lives of our children, and the future of our communities," he said today.

Kia orana, Ni sa Bula, Taloha ni, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Halo Olaketa, Ia orana, Malo e lelei, Kia Ora, Greetings, Talofa Lava.

Better representation of Pacific people in health sector

The Minister of Pacific Island Affairs Mark Gosche said today that he was pleased to see a strong representation of Pacific peoples on New Zealand's District Health Boards.

Kia orana, Ni sa bula, Taloha ni, Malo e lelei, Fakaalofa atu, Halo Olaketa, Ia orana, Kia Ora, Greetings, Talofa Lava

Pacific peoples helped build New Zealand into the country that it is today.

The Government is to host a series of fono with Pacific communities throughout New Zealand the Minister of Pacific Island Affairs Mark Gosche said today.

Today’s budget announcement will strengthen Pacific communities and ensure Government policies are closely monitored, says Pacific Island Affairs Minister Mark Gosche.

Minister of Pacific Island Affairs Mark Gosche today welcomed the emphasis on the health of Pacific people in the New Zealand Health Strategy, which was launched by Health Minister Annette King in Porirua today.

Kia Orana, Ni Sa Bula, Taloha ni, Fakalofa Lahi Atu, Halo Olaketa, Ia Orana.
Kia Ora, Talofa Lava, Greetings – Malo e lelei.

Health Minister Annette King and Pacific Island Affairs Minister Mark Gosche today announced the Government has reinstated the Pacific Island Provider Development fund with an injection of $1.51 million this year, and a guarantee of funding in the futur

Jenny Shipley's outburst in the house yesterday demonstrated her intolerant and prejudiced attitude towards Maori and Pacific people the Minister of Pacific Island Affairs Mark Gosche said today.

The New Zealand government is providing ongoing grief counselling for the students, teachers and families affected by the tragic school fire last month the Minister of Pacific Island Affairs Mark Gosche said today.

The Government's announcement signalling support for early childhood education will directly benefit Pacific children the Minister of Pacific Island Affairs Mark Gosche said today.

A mobile health campaign to protect Pacific elders against influenza will help close health disparity gaps, the Minister of Pacific Island Affairs Mark Gosche said today.

Launch of the South Auckland Influenza Campaign

The Minister of Pacific Island Affairs Mark Gosche is to be honoured by a traditional Samoan Ava Ceremony in Christchurch tomorrow.

The Minister of Pacific Island Affairs Mark Gosche commended members of New Zealand's Tongan Community today when he launched the world's first Tongan Ethics Conference.

Kia Orana, Ni Sa Bula, Taloha ni, Fakalofa Lahi Atu, Halo Olaketa, Ia Orana.
Kia Ora, Talofa Lava, Greetings – Malo e lelei.

I would like to acknowledge our tangata whenua, Kia Ora Koutou.

The Minister of Pacific Island Affairs Mark Gosche launched the Department of Pacific Studies at Victoria University tonight.

Kia orana, Ni sa Bula, Taloha ni, Malo e lelei, Faka’alofa lahi atu, Halo Olaketa, Ia orana.
Kia Ora, Greetings, Talofa Lava.