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News and Updates:

 

                                                                                                                                     
 

01-07-10

The New Zealand Embassy in Washington D.C and the New Zealand Consulate-General Los Angeles will be closed on Monday, 5 July in observance of Independence Day, and will reopen on Tuesday, 6 July.
 

26-06-10

Kea New Zealand is seeking a Regional Manager to lead and continue the organization’s growth and momentum in North America.

22-06-10

In this illustrated lecture, travel writer Andrew Evans explores the geography, biology, and history of all these islands in depth and tells the story of one of the world’s least-known destinations that is also a UNESCO World Heritage site.

18-06-10

The Government is consulting on changes to the way you deal with Inland Revenue.

Changes would mean simpler PAYE and tax returns, better online services and reduced business compliance costs. Join the discussion at www.ird.govt.nz/makingtaxeasier.

28-05-10

The New Zealand Embassy in Washington D.C. will be closed on Monday, 31 May in observance of Memorial Day, and will reopen on Tuesday, 1 June.

14-05-10

Kiwi are an endangered bird native to New Zealand.

To mark the historic hatching, keepers bestowed the honor of naming the chick upon a fellow ‘Kiwi’ - New Zealand Ambassador to the United States HE Roy Ferguson. 

Ambassador Ferguson named the chick Hiri (pronounced “HEE-ree”), which means “important and great” in Māori, New Zealand’s official indigenous language. 

This hatching is a significant milestone, not only for the zoo but also for kiwi populations worldwide.

06-05-10

A group of New Zealand university students have been selected to build a solar powered 'bach' in a competition organised by United States Department of Energy.The New Zealand team is one of only twenty selected internationally.

06-05-10

Disarmament Minister Georgina te Heuheu has welcomed US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's announcement that the United States will work towards adhering to the South Pacific Nuclear-Free Zone. 

Read full release (external link)

05-05-10

General James Cartwright Vice Chairman of the United States of America Joint Chiefs of Staff is currently visiting New Zealand in what news media are describing as a very positive trip.


                                                                                                                                     

e-Passport Information
The ePassport has been introduced to further enhance the security of the New Zealand passport and ensure New Zealand meets the requirements for USA "visa waiver" border entry from 26 October 2006.

For frequently asked questions on e-passports please click here 

                                                                                                                                                                    
 


Latest Travel Advice for New Zealanders
 

Remember to visit www.safetravel.govt.nz (external link) for the latest updates.
                                                                                                                                       

 

"Registration of New Zealanders Overseas"

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade has now implemented a new internet-based registration facility. This will enable you to record and update details about yourself, accompanying family members and your overseas residence/travel plans.

 

The Ministry encourages you to now register your details on-line via the link "Registration of New Zealanders Overseas" at the Ministry's safe travel website http://www.safetravel.govt.nz/ or https://www.kiwisoverseas.govt.nz
                                                                                                                                       

 

Emergency Preparedness Information

For information on Emergency Preparedness and links for advice during an emergency or disaster, please see the following. West Coast Emergency Management Agencies (external link).