Speeches

Nearly four score years ago, nations exhausted from a cataclysmic World War came together in San Francisco to create the United Nations Charter.

In April this year, I committed this Government to taking meaningful, tangible action to address FASD in New Zealand. Today, I am announcing three more initiatives to promote better understanding and prevention of FASD.

Thank you for the introduction and the invitation to speak to you here today.

Good morning, and thank you to Aerospace New Zealand and the committee for inviting me to attend the third annual Aerospace Summit. 

A warm welcome to you all as we gather to acknowledge the New Zealanders who were involved in peace support operations in Timor-Leste, and to remember those who lost their lives as a result of their service.

This country’s future depends on a resource management system that works.

The theme for this year’s conference is more relevant than ever, as we all come together behind a common goal in the face of significant challenges.

Speech in the House acknowledging the passing of Kīngi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII.

Unlocking value-for-money infrastructure delivery through an effective Public Private Partnership framework.