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The Government is making significant progress in improving the delivery of youth mental health said the Minister of Youth Affairs, Deborah Morris.

A new Conservation Corps programme specifically targeted at young Pacific Islanders was officially launched today by the Minister of Youth Affairs, Deborah Morris.

Pupils from St Patricks College visit Parliament today as part of Lampen Workchoice Day.

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Mihi

Good morning and thank you the invitation to speak to you today.

The latest youth suicide statistics show a decrease in the incidence of youth suicide, the Minister of Health Bill English, Minister of Maori Affairs, Tau Henare, and the Minister of Youth Affairs

Auckland kids with asthma will get a chance on Monday to see an orangutan, a chimpanzee and a baboon that, like them, have all got asthma.

The Lottery Grants Board will provide financial support for the Life Festival, a musical extravaganza aimed at promoting a positive outlook for the youth of New Zealand, Internal Affairs Minister J

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The number of youth crimes committed in Wellington has been dramatically slashed by over one third - proof that Government initiatives to combat youth crime are working, says Hon Deborah Morris, We

The Government's approach to funding health services suitable for young people has lead to $2.5 million being pumped into the innovative One Stop Shops this year, says Hon Deborah Morris.

Deborah Morris today announced the first in a series of Government actions in an effort to prevent youth suicide.

In summary the initial work will deliver:

With the summer holiday period approaching, Deborah Morris, Minister of Youth Affairs, has given New Zealand adults a stern reminder that what happens to their kids is pretty much up to them.

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Laurie O'Reilly will be greatly missed in his role as Commissioner for Children, says Hon Deborah Morris commenting on Mr O'Reilly's resignation.

Hon Deborah Morris, Minister of Youth Affairs, today signed an international treaty banning anti-personnel landmines.

Mihi.

Good morning. It's great to be here to have the opportunity to speak you, as you all play a major part in the health and wellbeing, and therefore the future, of our young people.

The Government will not be progressing the development of a youth radio network, says Hon Deborah Morris.

The abortion figures tabled in Parliament today demonstrate the need to ensure that young people are well educated about sexual and reproductive health and are aware that they have choices, says Ho

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"Tell them near and far - this generation is coming up.

You've got to lend an ear and hear what they've got to say.

Christchurch

Good morning - it's great to be here to meet you all this morning.

New programmes and increased Budget funding are clear demonstrations of the Coalition Government's commitment to New Zealand children, says Hon. Deborah Morris, Minister of Youth Affairs.

Thank you [Chairperson] and assembled delegates.

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Good Evening, and thank you for the invitation to speak to you tonight.

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