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Michael Collins
How did we reach our current state of decline in just eight excruciating years? Aren't we working hard enough? Was there
some millennial shift in consciousness and morality? How could we elect leaders like Bush and Cheney and their minions
on Capitol Hill?
Bayleys
A booming viticulture industry, a marked rise in dairying activity, and a buoyant commercial property market have
combined to help Marlborough’s economy buck the national trend of economic recession.
New Zealand First Party
The take-over of New Zealand’s dairy industry by foreign investors has begun in earnest following the precedent-setting
decision by the Overseas Investment Office to allow Russian company Nutritek to buy 100% of New Zealand Dairies Ltd,
says New ...
St John
St John agrees with the key findings of the independent report on the emergency air ambulance sector released by the
government today.
Undernews
It is against the journalist's code of ethics to say so, but the presidential campaign has become incredibly dull. Over
the past few weeks, the candidates have become becalmed, drifting in the electoral ocean, sails flapping lazily,
awaiting for nature and history ...
New Zealand Comedy Guild
The NZ Comedy Guild would like to congratulate Flight of the Conchords on receiving 4 nominations for the 60th Primetime
Emmy Awards, which will take place on September 21.
Silver Fern Farms
Silver Fern Farms has reached agreement for the sale and partial lease back of its Silverstream processing facility
near Mosgiel, outside Dunedin. The plant, which processes and packages lamb products from other Silver Fern Farm plants,
is being ...
United Nations
In light of developments since Kosovo declared its independence from Serbia in February, the UN mission there is unable
to perform its usual functions and must adjust to the new reality on the ground, says Ban Ki-moon.
Scoop TV
Scoop TV interviews Up The Yangtze's director Yung Chang. Up The Yangtze takes us on the surreal journey of China’s
unfaltering drive towards modernity with two teenagers affected in different ways by their nation’s ambition.
New Zealand Defence Force
All Black Richie McCaw swapped his rugby jersey for a flight suit today and went flying with Royal New Zealand Air
Force.
Joint Media Statement
A group of New Zealand and international scientists has been awarded funding to investigate drilling into the Alpine
Fault on the West Coast of the South Island, so they can learn about earthquakes and how the fault operates.
New Zealand National Party
The National Party’s Accident Compensation policy released this week charts a careful and considered route to
improvement in the scheme. The Labour Party, the trade unions, and assorted left-wing lawyers and self-appointed
commentators had prepared their ...
UNCTAD
Forty-nine countries are currently designated by the UN as "least developed countries" (LDCs). They are distributed
among the following regions: Africa (33), Asia (10), Pacific (5), Caribbean (1). The list of LDCs is reviewed every
three years.
Walter Brasch
George W. Bush looked into the TV camera, Tuesday morning [July 15] and tried to assuage the fears of about 300 million
Americans who believed they were in the middle of a Recession.
Gordon Campbell
It is unusual to talk about a 70 year old in terms of untapped potential, but the aura of ‘what might have been’ will
always hang over Jim Anderton’s career. New Zealand never got the full benefit of his skills – and conversely, Anderton
...
Tony Veitch
I have tendered my resignation to TVNZ and The Radio Network today. I need to take stock of my life and spend time with
my family before I make any decisions about my future. At the time I undertook counselling and am still continuing to do
so. ...
Harcourts
17 July 2008 – An established vineyard, a new state-of-the-art boutique winery and a new café, both rebuilt since
destroyed by fire in 2006, are the key features of a unique opportunity in the Nelson region being auctioned as a going
concern next ...
Waikato District Health Board
The 13-year-old boy attacked by four dogs at Waitoa on Monday has today thanked the three women who came to his aid.
New Zealand Government
The Minister of Health David Cunliffe and the Minister for ACC Maryan Street are supporting a set of recommendations
from the Air Ambulance Reference Group, but they say much more work is needed before any changes should be made.
New Zealand Police
Auckland City Police investigating allegations of assault by Mr Tony Veitch can confirm that they have received a
formal complaint from the former partner named in the media.
Auckland Regional Council
The Auckland region has come together to put forward a compelling case to host two quarter-finals and the bronze final
in the world’s third largest sporting event - Rugby World Cup 2011.
United Future NZ Party
National's Outdoor Recreation policy will ensure that current and future generations will continue to enjoy the great
outdoors, while the safeguarding of New Zealand's unique biodiversity remains a priority.
New Zealand Government
Sport and Recreation Minister Clayton Cosgrove has today welcomed the announcement of the new committee to undertake an
independent review of New Zealand Rugby League (NZRL).
New Zealand Government
Labour Minister Trevor Mallard's speech at the P3 Productivity Partnership and Public Value Conference, Wellington Town
Hall Convention Centre Good evening. Many thanks to you all for joining me to share this occasion.
New Zealand Government
Dr Chris Eichbaum has been appointed to the Reserve Bank Board, Finance Minister Michael Cullen announced today.
Toi Te Ora
Toi Te Ora – Public Health and the Lakes Smokefree Coalition are once again congratulating an Okere Falls store owner
who refuses to sell cigarettes. Sarah Uhl who owns the Okere Falls Store won’t sell a product that is both expensive and
lethal.
Natasha Burling
Garbage Warrior is the story of environmental crusader Mike Reynolds, who is determined to provide the world with
sustainable housing made of…junk.
Southern Cross
A full review of ACC has the potential to achieve more effective rehabilitation of injured New Zealanders, the Group
Chief Executive of Southern Cross Healthcare, Dr Ian McPherson, said today.
Agenda
Former TVNZ journalist Shaun Brown on the French nuclear testing he witnessed at Mururoa Atoll 35 years ago.
University of Auckland
The universal student allowance being contemplated by the Government would amount to "an unjustified election bribe",
the Vice-Chancellor of The University of Auckland, Professor Stuart McCutcheon, said today.