Rail back in public hands

 

"KiwiRail" is the new name of New Zealand's new rail company

The transfer of New Zealand's rail and ferry assets back into New Zealand hands is a major step forward in building a sustainable transport system for the 21st Century.

Unveiling the new KiwiRail brand, Prime Minister Helen Clark signalled Labour's vision for a transport system which is affordable, integrated, safe, responsive, and sustainable.

With rising fuel prices and a sense of urgency in the fight against climate change, governments around the world are again looking to rail as a central part of 21st century economic infrastructure.

With our rail system back in public ownership, we can make the strategic decisions and investments necessary ...More +

National to slash support for grassroots sport

01.07.2008

Sport and Recreation Minister Clayton Cosgrove said the National Party should come clean on which grassroots sports and recreation programmes it would deprive communities of, given the chance. more +

National's sports policy simplistic and out of touch

30.06.2008

National Party leader John Key's simplistic view of grassroots sport in New Zealand clearly shows he is out of touch with both the challenges facing the sector and the solid work being done, said the Sport and Recreation Minister Clayton Cosgrove. more +

CNI Treaty is a Major Step Forward

25.06.2008

The settlement achieved between the Crown and the Central North Island Iwi Collective is a major step forward for all New Zealanders. more +

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