Tim Barnett 

Press Release

02.07.2008

Rail buyback saves Picton to Christchurch freight and passenger services

The Labour-led government's buyback of the rail system was influenced by Toll's plan to close a number of provincial rail services, including the Picton to Christchurch freight and passenger services, Christchurch MP Tim Barnett said today.

During negotiations with Toll last year, the Aust...  more +

REFORM OF PROSTITUTION LAW A SUCCESS

23.05.2008

Release of the Prostitution Law Reform Committee Review Report.

Tim Barnett, sponsor of the Prostitution Reform Bill between 2000 and 2003 and Member of Parliament for Christchurch Central, has welcomed the publication of the report of the independent Review Committee on that law reform.

Tim said today:  "New Zealand was the first country in ...  more +

Barnett withdraws from politics

19.02.2008

Christchurch Central MP Tim Barnett has announced he will not stand as a candidate for any seat in the general election.

Barnett said "when I announced my departure from Christchurch Central, I left open the possibility of a list nomination. Many have encouraged me to pursue that, however, there are exciting horizons for me beyond Parliament and I am keen to explore them."

"I have represented Christchur...  more +

Watch your language!

03.07.2008

Address to the International Gender and Language Association Conference.

When I received this invitation to speak at the 5th biennial International Gender and Language Association Conference, I eagerly accepted, and since then my thoughts have kept returning to the challenge about how to choose the right words to address a group of experts with such a vital focus on l...  more +