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From the Minister for Veterans—Winter 2018
Hon Ron Mark, Minister for Veterans You will have noticed a lot happening in the veteran sector since the previous issue of VA News. Like you, I was very keen to see Professor Ron Paterson’s report...
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Our people
Our Minister Hon Chris Penk The Minister for Veterans is the Hon Chris Penk. Visit their profile on Beehive.govt.nz (external link) The Minister's responsibilities include: declaring operations as...
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Remembering Deputy Crew Chief Lester Gemmell (16/12/1961 – 28/4/26)
Wellington International Airport Ltd (WIAL) staff have acknowledged the passing of veteran Deputy Crew Chief Lester Gemmell. He was a respected colleague, mentor, and friend. His service...
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Veterans’ Support Amendment Bill
The Veterans' Support Amendment Bill finished its first reading in Parliament on 29 May, and was referred to the Social Services and Community select committee for them to consider. The bill aims to...
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Our people, your Veterans’ Affairs—Alma Shaw
VA News sat down to talk with Alma Shaw, a Policy Advisor here at Veterans’ Affairs. Can you describe a typical day at VA? Much of my work is demand driven. My official title is ‘Policy...
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From the Minister for Veterans—Summer 2018
Hon Ron Mark, Minister for Veterans With Christmas almost upon us, I’d like to extend my best wishes to you, our veterans, and your families. It’s been another busy year, so it’s important we now...
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The Veterans' Advisory Board wants your feedback
Are we doing enough for those who serve in our military? New Zealanders across the country honoured our military service personnel by standing in their driveways in a show of respect and support this...
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20th anniversary commemorations of Timor-Leste Referendum (Popular Consultation) and INTERFET
In August and September 2019 the Government of Timor-Leste is hosting events to mark the 20th anniversary of the Timor-Leste Referendum and the 20th anniversary of INTERFET. Events Timor-Leste...
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Introducing Sharon Cavanagh, your new Manager Veterans’ Services
VA News sat down with Sharon Cavanagh, our new Manager Veterans’ Services, at the end of her first month at Veterans’ Affairs. VA News : Kia ora Sharon, welcome to Veterans’ Affairs. How’s your first...
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Solomon Island veteran glad that he reached out for support
Clark Williams, 35, joined the New Zealand Army in 2003. He deployed to the Solomon Islands in 2004 as part of Operation RATA and left the Army in 2011. He now works as a chef in Canterbury and...