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Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism
The Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism Act 2009 forms part of a legislative package that will implement the first tranche of reforms to New Zealand’s anti-money laundering and countering financing of terrorism regulatory regime. The new law formally recognises that effective control of money laundering and crime that leads to it needs collaboration between the financial sector and government.

BDM Historical Records
Birth, Death and Marriage Historical Records website, where you can search New Zealand Government records for births, deaths and marriages.

Births, Deaths, Marriages, and Relationships Registration Amendment Act
Questions and answers regarding the Births, Deaths, Marriages, and Relationships Registration Amendment Act.

How to Locate a Marriage Celebrant
Background information about how to Locate a Marriage Celebrant in New Zealand, including link to database of contact names and details of Marriage Celebrants by region, organisation, and name.

Briefings to Incoming Ministers
Briefing papers for the 2008 Incoming Government.

Celebrating 60 Years of New Zealand Citizenship
The year 2009 is the 60th anniversary of New Zealand citizenship.The Department of Internal Affairs has developed a special Citizenship Education website designed for use in New Zealand for schools.

Citizenship Education
Citizenship Education information for New Zealand school children and teachers.

New Zealand Citizenship Secondary School Essay Competition
New Zealand Citizenship Secondary School Essay Competition

Community Internship Programme
Summary of the Community Internship Programme administered by the Department of Internal Affairs.

Confidential Listening and Assistance Service
Terms of Reference for the Confidential Listening and Assistance Service to support victims of abuse in state care.

Statement of Intent 2009-12
Department of Internal Affairs Statement of Intent 2009-12

Evidence of Identity Standard
Evidence of Indentity Standard developed by the Department of Internal Affairs.

Guiding Principles for the Use of Biometric Technologies
Principles developed by the Cross Government Biometrics Group (CGBG), an inter-agency government group chaired by the Department of Internal Affairs, to be used by agencies to inform decision making when considering biometric technologies for identity-related business processes. They are best applied early in the scoping, analysis and design phases of a project.

Lake Taupo Navigation Safety Bylaw 2009
The Minister of Local Government has drafted the Lake Taupo Navigation Safety Bylaw 2009. Written submissions may be made on the draft bylaw by 12 noon Monday 27 July 2009.

igovt Identity Verification Service
The igovt Identity Verification Service is a way for people to verify their identity to government agencies online and in real time up to a high level of confidence using an igovt ID. This would be like showing someone your passport to prove who you are. Instead a similar process is happening online.

Online identity services commercial relationships
The Department of Internal Affairs wants to hear from organisations interested in commercial relationships with it regarding igovt services, and has issued an Invitation to Present Commercial Opportunities (IPCO).

Gaming Statistics
Gaming expenditure statistics, machine numbers, society numbers, percentage of machines by society.

Lottery Significant Projects Fund
Summary of application process and criteria for Lottery Significant Projects Fund grants, with links to forms and further information.

Ministers' expenses
Information about travel and accommodation expenses for members of the Executive, administered by Ministerial Services in the Department of Internal Affairs. It is intended that the Department will provide information on the expenses of members of the Executive on a quarterly basis.

Appointments to the New Zealand Racing Board
Appointments to the New Zealand Racing Board, including nomination form and a list of members as at 31 December 2008.

Improving Local Government Transparency, Accountability and Fiscal Management - Cabinet Paper (April 2009)
Fiscal Management Cabinet paper (EGI (09) 44) and accompanying Cabinet minutes

Local government transparency, accountability and financial management - Cabinet papers
On 27 October 2009, Cabinet agreed to a package of reforms to improve the transparency, accountability and financial management of local government. These decisions will lead to changes to the Local Government Act 2002.

Draft 2009-2019 LTCCPs
Links to local authorities' draft 2009-2019 long-term council community plans (LTCCPs)

Local Government Information Series
A series of reports providing information and analysis about local government in New Zealand

Information about on-line registration for travellers to the United States (mandatory from 12 January 2009)
New Zealanders travelling to the United States without a visa must obtain on-line authorisation to travel at least 72 hours before departure, under a new automated system, which becomes mandatory from 12 January 2009.

Press Releases
News releases from the Department of Internal Affairs.

Identity Assurance Framework
Identity Assurance Framework published by the Department of Internal Affairs, November 2008.

Rates Rebate Scheme
Information on the Government's Rates Rebate Scheme, including details on the changed thresholds which came into effect on 1 July, 2008.

Government Decisions in Response to the Royal Commission on Auckland Governance
Cabinet papers and other background documents related to the Government's response to the report of the Royal Commission on Auckland Governance, released consistent with the Official Information Act 1982.

Government Decisions on Auckland Governance: Water Issues
The Minister of Local Government has directed the Department of Internal Affairs to post Cabinet papers and minutes on the Government's decisions on 'Auckland Governance: Water Issues' on its website. These papers are released consistent with the Official Information Act 1982.

Building Sustainable Urban Communities
We are consulting on a discussion document exploring a possible approach to sustainable urban development. This discussion document asks for your feedback on a range of possible sustainable urban development ideas and options. We would like to receive your views by 28 November.

Community Development Scheme
Summary of the Community Development Scheme administered by the Department of Internal Affairs Community Development Group.

Strategy for Evaluating Local Government Legislation
Link here to a copy of the strategy developed by the Department of Internal Affairs for evaluating the roles, responsibilities, powers and accountabilities of local government as defined by the Local Government Act 2002, the Local Electoral Act 2001, and the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002.

Chinese Poll Tax Heritage Trust
Background summary information, how to apply and application form for the Chinese Poll Tax Heritage Trust.

Community Organisation Grants Scheme (COGS)
Introduction to Community Organisation Grants Scheme, with link to COGS Online database.

Lake Facilities Development Proposals
There is a Crown allocation of $34,000 for expenditure on boating facilities at Lake Taupo. The Lake Facilities Planning and Development Forum advises the Department of Internal Affairs on appropriate expenditure of the allocation. Proposals can be made to the Forum. Link here to the approved criteria and application form.

Pacific Provider Development Fund
The Pacific Provider Development Fund (PPDF) was established by the Lottery Grants Board to strengthen Pacific community groups’ ability to operate in an effective and accountable way, and to improve their access to fund from other lottery committees.

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