Speeches 

Looking for future solutions

Shane Jones

28.08.2008

Speech notes for address to National Conference for Property Council New Zealand, Te Papa, Wellington.

Introduction

Maintaining the right conditions in which business can prosper is one of this government's top priorities and the commercial property business is no exception.

As Minister for Building and Construction, I want to ensure we build high-quality homes and buildings that mee...  more +

Wood products have role to play

Shane Jones

10.07.2008

The Wood Processors sector constitutes a critical part of an industry worth billions of dollars to the New Zealand economy.

The timber sector however, needs to be able to identify and take advantage of new opportunities and to adapt to new challenges both internally and offshore.

And I want the Government to be able to help you do this.

You have already heard from John Harper, senior adviser at the Depar...  more +

Outlook for Building and Construction 2008

Shane Jones

02.07.2008

Speech notes for address to Colliers International Conference

Hyatt, Auckland

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I am also pleased to announce that cabinet has wholeheartedly approved a new blueprint for starter homes, which is now ready for public consultation. 

The blueprint for simple housing brings together all the technical and compliance informatio...  more +