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Concerns over power new bill gives ministers
The Government has taken on sweeping powers to rebuild Christchurch after the earthquake.
The Government has taken on sweeping powers to rebuild Christchurch after the earthquake.
Maori Party MP Hone Harawira won't be voting for the new foreshore and seabed legislation that his party fought for.
The Govt has won political support for emergency earthquake relief legislation that will bypass existing laws to speed up rebuilding in Canterbury.
The Canterbury earthquake will be the most costly natural disaster NZ has faced, John Key said today as the Govt announced new measures to deal with rebuilding ruined homes.
Companies will be required to have an NZ-resident director or local agent to prevent locally registered companies being involved in international criminal activity, says Commerce Minister Simon Power.
The law to replace the Foreshore and Seabed Act will require all applications for customary title to be made within six years of its enactment.
The first court case challenging use of the 90-day worker trial period has delivered a surprisingly 'pedantic' interpretation of employer's responsibilities.
Demand for tobacco has fallen 15pc at supermarkets since the tax rise in April - a far greater reduction than expected.
Only drinkers aged 20 and older will be able to buy alcohol at bottle stores, dairies and supermarkets after MPs vote, a poll suggests.
Pharmacists say aspirin sales should be restricted due to the risk it poses to those with heart conditions.
The Govt's decision to extend 90-day new-employee trials was made after a suggestion from the Act Party and went against the recommendation of its own Minister of Labour, Kate Wilkinson.