Transport legislation designed to improve the safety of young drivers and crack down on high-risk drivers has yesterday passed in Parliament.
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CHRISTCHURCH — Transport Minister Steven Joyce says the newly established Alliance to rebuild Christchurch is a great step forward for the city.
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New Zealand and Australia have launched a formal investigation into the trans-Tasman roaming services provided by the two countries’ mobile operators.
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The Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Steven Joyce, will this week travel to Tasmania to attend 2011 Korea Australia New Zealand (KANZ) Summit: Digital Futures.
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The planned fuel tax increase of 1.5 cents per litre which was due to come into effect on 1 July has been deferred while economic conditions remain tight, says Transport Minister Steven Joyce.
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AUCKLAND — Transport Minister Steven Joyce is welcoming progress towards the procurement of 38 new electric trains (EMUs) for Auckland.
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AUCKLAND CITY — Transport Minister Steven Joyce says construction of the Victoria Park Road of National Significance is progressing well, with the tunnel expected to be open to traffic in November – well ahead of schedule.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce has announced the appointment of Nigel Gould as Chair of the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) following the resignation of Rick Bettle, who has been Chair of the Authority since 2006.
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The government is moving to ensure large increases in non-academic, compulsory student fees become a thing of the past with the introduction of legislation which will require institutions to be more transparent.
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CHRISTCHURCH — Christchurch's two universities are well-advanced with their plans to re-open progressively following the February 22nd earthquake, says Tertiary Education Minister Steven Joyce who visited Christchurch again today.
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Transport projects accelerated by the government as part of the Jobs and Growth economic stimulus package are progressing well, says Transport Minister Steven Joyce who today officially opened the Fairy Springs upgrade in Rotorua – one of the projects to benefit from the scheme.
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The Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Steven Joyce, says Crown Fibre Holdings’ announcement that it has elected to negotiate with Vector for the roll out of Ultra Fast Broadband in Auckland is another positive development for the project.
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Further amendments to current telecommunications legislation to be considered alongside the Telecommunications (TSO, Broadband and Other Matters) Amendment Bill will be tabled with the Select Committee Office later today.
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Transport legislation to modernise and simplify the road user charges (RUC) system has commenced its first reading debate in Parliament.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce has released a report showing a core of problem drivers causes one in three deaths on our roads.
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The cities of Hamilton, Tauranga, Whangarei, New Plymouth and Wanganui will be among the first to benefit from the government’s rollout of ultra-fast broadband (UFB), says the Minister for Communications and Information Technology Steven Joyce.
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Cabinet has agreed to a change to the postal deed so that postal workers can have a four day Christmas break each year and have Easter Saturday off.
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The approval of funds to build the Ngaruawahia section of the Waikato Expressway is an important step towards completing the Road of National Significance, says Transport Minister Steven Joyce.
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Cabinet has accepted a proposal that will see Lincoln University and Telford Rural Polytechnic merge as of 1 January 2011.
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AUCKLAND CITY — Transport Minister Steven Joyce says good progress is being made on Auckland's Waterview Connection - part of the Western Ring Route Road of National Significance.
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Statistics showing that 72 percent of all alcohol-related deaths on our roads are caused by drivers who have either a prior drink driving conviction or are more than 50 percent over the current adult legal limit support the government's approach to managing the drink driving issue, says Transport Minister Steven Joyce.
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The number of international students enrolled to study in New Zealand is continuing to increase, says Tertiary Education Minister Steven Joyce.
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Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce today invited applications for access to radio spectrum in the 2.5 GHz band, which will assist deployment of wireless broadband services in regional New Zealand.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce is urging Kiwis to stay safe on the roads this Labour Day weekend.
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The Government is putting an extra $9 million towards the SuperGold card public transport scheme as part of a balanced package of measures that will improve efficiency and help ensure the scheme's long-term viability, Transport Minister Steven Joyce says.
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The Government is consulting on a proposal from New Zealand Post to make two minor changes to the Deed of Understanding between the Government and the company.
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Changes to the way our industry training organisations (ITOs) operate will bring increased accountability and better value for taxpayers' money, says Tertiary Education Minister Steven Joyce.
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The Government has today confirmed plans to change the give ways rules at intersections in New Zealand.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce says the Government has moved to tackle the growing issue of motorcycle and moped safety with a number of actions aimed at better training for novice and returning riders.
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WELLINGTON — Transport Minister Steven Joyce says the Wellington Northern Corridor Road of National Significance is progressing well with tenders being called for initial work on the Otaki to Levin section of the road.
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The Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Steven Joyce, has accepted a Commerce Commission recommendation to regulate mobile termination rates.
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The Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Steven Joyce, has welcomed an announcement this morning from Crown Fibre Holdings that it has received refined proposals from those seeking to participate in the government's roll-out of ultra-fast broadband.
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THAMES — Transport Minister Steven Joyce says excellent progress has been made in the State Highway 25 Kopu Bridge replacement project, on which construction started one year ago today.
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MANUKAU CITY — Transport Minister Steven Joyce has paid tribute today to the hard work and skill of the men and women working on the Manukau Harbour Crossing, which he officially opened with Prime Minister John Key today - seven months ahead of schedule.
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AUCKLAND CITY — Transport Minister Steven Joyce says the completion of the southern half of the Newmarket Viaduct replacement project more than six months ahead of schedule is testament to the hard work and skill of those working on the project.
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Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce today announced the government will be making more radio spectrum available for new and emerging commercial technologies. Radio frequency identification (RFID) systems such as those used in supply chain management and radio mesh networks used for smart metering will both benefit from the changes.
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The passing this evening of the Civil Aviation (Cape Town and Other Matters) Amendment Act sees New Zealand become a party to the Cape Town Convention and associated Aircraft Protocol, which will reduce finance costs for companies purchasing and leasing aircraft.
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Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce has asked the Commerce Commission to reconsider its recommendation on mobile termination access services.
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Cabinet has approved a rise in the driving age from 15 to 16 as part of a package of actions aimed at improving the safety of young drivers.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce is reminding road-users to take care on the roads over the Easter break.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce today met with representatives from the taxi industry to discuss a report from officials recommending that security cameras are made mandatory in all taxis operating in our major towns and cities.
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The government has finalised its plans for rural telecommunications with Cabinet yesterday signing off on proposals for the roll out of high speed broadband in rural areas and the reform of the Telecommunications Service Obligations (TSO).
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Changes to Land Transport, Maritime and Marine Protection Rules coming into force on 1 April will simplify regulations without compromising safety, says Transport Minister Steven Joyce.
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The government is looking to significantly reduce the impact of drink drivers with Cabinet set to consider a range of measures to crack down on those breaking the law, particularly repeat offenders.
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The government will implement a number of measures designed to reduce the number of fatal and serious crashes involving young drivers as one of the first actions of the new 10 year road safety strategy.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce today released a new ten year strategy designed to reduce the number of people killed and seriously injured on our roads over the next decade.
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AUCKLAND — The Manukau Harbour Crossing project on the Southwestern Motorway will be complete and open seven months ahead of schedule, says Transport Minister Steven Joyce.
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AUCKLAND — An investigation has been launched into the failure of some emergency 111 calls in Auckland this morning by Telecom.
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The Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Steven Joyce, says ensuring 111 calls made from mobile telephone networks get through is vital.
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Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce today invited submissions on the Commerce Commission's final report on mobile termination access services.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce says discussions between the government and the taxi industry on mandatory safety requirements for taxis are progressing well and decisions will be made as a matter of priority.
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CHRISTCHURCH — Transport Minister Steven Joyce today turned the first sod on the Christchurch Southern Motorway stage one extension, the first step in a major $730 million upgrade to the highway system leading into and around Christchurch.
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AUCKLAND — Transport Minister Steven Joyce has welcomed two milestones announced today on progress of Auckland's Western Ring Route.
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AUCKLAND CITY — The Government's $1.6 billion investment in Auckland commuter rail continues to make strong progress with two major milestones reached today.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce has today released research on levels of vehicle insurance in New Zealand.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce says the low holiday road toll is encouraging but there is more work to be done to improve safety on our roads.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce says the 2009 road toll shows the need for all New Zealanders to continue to take responsibility for safety on our roads.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce is reminding motorists to take care on the roads this festive season.
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WELLINGTON — Transport Minister Steven Joyce has joined the NZ Transport Agency in unveiling plans for a $2.2 billion strategic upgrade of State Highway 1 from Wellington Airport to Levin, including Transmission Gully.
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WELLINGTON — Transport Minister Steven Joyce has welcomed the announcement of the NZ Transport Agency's preferred corridor for the upgrade of State Highway 1 along the Kapiti Coast.
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WELLINGTON — Transport Minister Steven Joyce has welcomed the green light for the development of Transmission Gully, which will be the largest single project in the Wellington Road of National Significance.
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The government has today released two reports designed to give a better understanding of New Zealand's road safety record and how it could be improved.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce has put measures in place that will enable electronic distance recording and electronic display of road user charges (RUC) licences to be used from next year.
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Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce says the government has received a strong and positive response to its proposals to deploy fast broadband to rural communities.
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Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce has approved a variation to Telecom's operational separation undertakings, which came into force in March 2008.
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Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce says he is very pleased with the high level of interest from parties seeking to participate in the government's urban fibre roll-out.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce says introducing measures designed to reduce the number of fatal and serious vehicle crashes involving young drivers is a priority for the government.
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AUCKLAND CITY — Construction on the first of seven initial Roads of National Significance is underway, with physical works beginning today on the Victoria Park project in Auckland - more than a year earlier than originally planned.
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Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce today released a discussion document on the future of the telecommunications services for the deaf, hearing impaired and speech impaired communities.
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Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce today opened the 2009 Korea Australia New Zealand (KANZ) Broadband Summit: Digital Futures in Auckland.
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The government has moved to correct an anomaly in civil aviation law which has meant that Australian-licensed airlines operating in the New Zealand domestic market have not paid the passenger safety levy.
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Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce today confirmed the formation of Crown Fibre Holdings Limited, and appointed its inaugural Board.
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Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce today released the "Invitation to Participate" in the partner selection process for the government's $1.5 billion ultra-fast broadband investment initiative.
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The government has brought forward the start date of legislation aimed at tackling drugged driving to 1 November, a month earlier than previously planned.
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The government has today released its coverage and funding plans for rural telecommunications.
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Communications and Information Technology Minister Hon Steven Joyce today released the details of the government's $1.5 billion ultra-fast broadband investment initiative.
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AUCKLAND — Transport Minister Steven Joyce has today welcomed further progress towards the completion of Auckland's Western Ring Route - which was earlier this year identified as a Road of National Significance.
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The government confirmed today that it will allow electronic distance recording and electronic display of road user charges (RUC) licences as it moves towards a simplified, more modern RUC system.
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Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce today announced the process he will be following in making his decision on the Commerce Commission's recommendations on mobile termination access services, which he expects to receive in the Commission's Final Report in or around December.
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An $8.7 billion programme of investment in New Zealand’s transport system has been detailed today with the launch of the National Land Transport Programme (NLTP).
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WELLINGTON — Transport Minister Steven Joyce has asked the New Zealand Transport Agency to develop a strategic roading plan for the Kapiti Coast, clearly identifying the long-term corridor for State Highway 1 through the district.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce has today confirmed that the previously announced increases in fuel excise duty (FED) on petrol and road user charges (RUC) will take effect as scheduled from 1 October.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce today launched a discussion document containing possible government actions that could help to make New Zealand’s roads safer.
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From November 1 it will be against the road rules for drivers to text or talk on a handheld cell phone while driving.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce has today announced decisions on the full list of recommendations made by an independent review of road user charges (RUC).
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THAMES — The long-awaited, much-anticipated work towards the replacement of the one-lane Kopu Bridge on State Highway 25 between Auckland and the Coromandel has started today - more than one year earlier than previously planned.
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HAWKE'S BAY — From tomorrow Hawke's Bay Airport will operate as an airport company with the Crown, Napier City Council and Hastings District Council becoming shareholders.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce says a proposal to allow road transport operators to carry heavier loads, by permit, on specified routes would create a "win - win" situation for the economy and the travelling public.
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Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce has approved a variation to Telecom's operational separation undertakings, which came into force in March 2008.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce announced today that the government will exempt light electric vehicles from paying road user charges (RUC) for four years, as a first step towards encouraging their uptake.
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Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce says suggestions from Labour MP Clare Curran about the outcome of the government's review of the Telecommunications Act are nothing but scaremongering.
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During its last year in office, the Labour government spent more than a billion dollars on KiwiRail – an investment that is now valued at just $388 million, says Transport Minister Steven Joyce.
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AUCKLAND — Transport Minister Steven Joyce is looking at whether a public private partnership (PPP) could be used to fund the purchase of the new rolling stock required for the electrification of Auckland’s rail network.
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Two Bills that give police, courts and local authorities greater powers to tackle illegal street racers and crush their vehicles as a last resort, will be introduced to Parliament today.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce announced today that the government will not extend security screening for domestic air travel, preferring instead to tighten up flight deck security on domestic aircraft.
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Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce today released a discussion paper seeking input into a proposed reallocation of radio spectrum in the 806-960 MHz band.
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AUCKLAND — Transport Minister Steven Joyce says the NZ Transport Agency has identified more cost-effective options for the completion of Auckland's Western Ring Route, meaning the previous government's expensive debt-funded twin tunnel option will not go ahead.
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Transport Minister Steven Joyce today released the report of the independent review of road user charges (RUC).
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Communications and Information Technology Minister Steven Joyce has congratulated three New Zealand organisations which have won World Summit Awards (WSA) for creativity and innovation in ICT.
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