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“Consumers play an important role in the development and growth of New Zealand’s economy, but we need to ensure they have the information they need to make informed choices,” says Consumer Affairs Minister Judith Tizard.

“The Ministry of Consumer Affairs and Ministry of Economic Development post-election briefing on consumer affairs says consumers are not simply beneficiaries of a thriving and sustainable economy, they play an active role in its development and growth.

The kaupapa of this hui, asthma, is a matter of life and death, and all the shades of health and well-being in between.

I am pleased to launch this package of resources this evening, and I salute the authors. They add to the kete of tools to help people learn te reo Mäori, and to understand the cultural imperatives that drive Mäori society.

Justice Minister Phil Goff says Youth Offending Teams will be up and running by the end of September

This government has set itself the goal of lifting New Zealand back into the top half of the OECD and a vibrant and competitive telecommunications industry has a vital role to play in getting us there

Communications Minister Paul Swain said he welcomed the new spirit of openness in the New Zealand telecommunications sector fostered by the Telecommunications Act, passed last year.

Health Minister Annette King is prepared to accept Tairawhiti District Health Board chairman Wayne Brown’s resignation from the board.

Environment Minister Marian Hobbs says she is happy for certain aspects of the Environmental Risk Management Authority's operations to be reviewed as discussed with the Green Party.

Immigration Minister Lianne Dalziel officially launched a book, "Shifting Centres: Women & Migration in NZ history" in Christchurch.

Environment Minister Marian Hobbs leaves this afternoon after the Parliamentary swearing in for Johannesburg where she will lead the 29-strong New Zealand delegation to the World Summit on Sustainable Development.

The Board of Guardians for the New Zealand Superannuation Fund is formally appointed.

Prime Minister Helen Clark said today that the government was pleased to be able to sign a formal co-operation agreement with the Green Party’s Members of Parliament.

I hope I am not here on false pretences. When you invited me, I was Associate Minister of Corrections - but not any longer. I gave up that role, so no-one can accuse me of conflicts of interest with my advocacy for prisoners. Advocacy is something I will continue to do.

I’d like to start by illustrating to you why I think that what you are trying to achieve is not only important, but essential.

Outlines where an advice and information organisation like Epilepsy NZ fits into the health/disability
sector

Congratulating the commitment, enthusiasm and professionalism of those involved in the Edwin Fox Society.

I am very pleased, for at least three reasons, to be attending your conference today.

New Zealand is giving up to $100,000 in emergency relief to support communities affected by the eruption of Mt Pago in the West New Britain province of Papua New Guinea.

Thank you for the invitation to be at the awards again. This is the third consecutive year I have attended as Prime Minister.

Health Minister Annette King says the injection of almost $2 million into general practice and other primary health care services around the country is designed to improve access to primary health care.

Christchurch Convention Centre
Kilmore Street
Christchurch
10.45am

Health policies and future directions for health care, especially regarding nurses

Housing Minister Mark Gosche today launched the Clendon Community Renewal Programme in Auckland.

Foreign Minister Phil Goff is writing to his Nigerian counterpart to strongly protest against the sentence of death by stoning handed down to a woman for having a child out of wedlock.