Articles tagged with Margaret

Driving Innovation: Advancing New Zealand's Science and Technology Sector Towards Prosperity

1 week ago | 209 views

The speaker extends thanks and acknowledgments to various individuals for their contributions to advancing New Zealand's photonics and quantum sectors. The government emphasizes its commitment to investing in emerging technologies like quantum, AI, and advanced materials to drive economic growth and create high-value jobs. Reforms include consolidating Crown Research Institutes, establishing new public research organizations, and setting up advisory councils to prioritize national science investments and boost commercialization efforts.

Tags: Margaret Katrina Dr Cathy Foley Professor Frédérique Vanholsbeeck Robinson Research Institute New Zealand AI quantum synthetic biology Invest New Zealand

Government Announces Health New Zealand Board Reestablishment for Improved Healthcare Delivery

1 month ago | 470 views

The Government is today announcing the reestablishment of the Health New Zealand Board, with new appointments to drive its priority of ensuring timely, quality healthcare for all New Zealanders, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. The re-established Health New Zealand Board will take over from the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioners appointed last year to stabilise the organisation and set a clear direction. “Under Professor Lester Levy’s leadership as Commissioner, Health New Zealand has delivered a strong financial plan, and a clear Health Delivery Plan is now in place.

Tags: Government Health New Zealand Board Simeon Brown Professor Lester Levy Andrew Connolly Hamiora Bowkett Dr Margaret Wilsher Mark Binns James Christmas Sarah Sinclair