Political Agenda

TODAY

Cabinet meets.

Possible announcement of decision on future of Whenuapai Air Base.

TOMORROW

December Economic and Fiscal Update and Budget Policy Statement released.

Parliament resumes and goes into urgency to advance a raft of legislation.

THURSDAY

Cabinet minister Steve Maharey launching "Opportunity for all New Zealanders" framework for Government social policy.

SATURDAY

Foreign Minister Phil Goff holding talks with Australian counterpart Alexander Downer on Waiheke Island.

Treaty Negotiations Minister Margaret Wilson signing Te Arawa lakes Deed of Settlement, Tamatekapua Marae, Rotorua.