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United Nations Handbook 2008/09 – Now Available

Tue 02.09.08 Now in its 46th year of publication, the United Nations Handbook remains the only comprehensive printed guide to the United Nations system and how it works. The Handbook summarises all United Nations organisations and provides essential information about their aims, structure and membership.

Message to all Kiwis in Singapore - Registration of New Zealanders Overseas

Mon 04.08.08 The New Zealand High Commission in Singapore encourages all New Zealand citizens visiting or living in Singapore to register their details on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade's Registration of New Zealanders Overseas website via www.safetravel.govt.nz [external link] .

Citizenship by Descent – Changes to Application Form and Required Documentation.

Wed 09.07.08 The New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs has informed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, New Zealand that they have implemented changes to the Registration of New Zealand Citizenship by descent application requirements. These include a new form and additional documentation required from the applicant to support their application.

Websites of Interest

Tue 01.07.08 Websites from New Zealand and elsewhere with information about New Zealand that may be of interest.

United States of America Visa Waiver Program (VWP)

Mon 16.06.08 The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announces implementation of the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA), which will begin to accept voluntary ESTA applications starting on August 1, 2008.

New Zealand’s UN Human Rights Council Campaign Website

Mon 16.06.08 As one of those countries which played a prominent role in the negotiations to establish the UN Human Rights Council, New Zealand is seeking election to the Council (term 2009-12) in May 2009. With less than 12 months to go to the elections, New Zealand has launched a campaign website - www.votenz4hrc.org

General Election 2008

Wed 16.04.08 Before the 15 November 2008 the date will be set for General Election in New Zealand. Are you eligible to be enrolled?

New Transport Rule May Affect People Wanting to Bring Some Vehicles into New Zealand

Wed 09.04.08 Immigrants and returning New Zealanders wanting to bring vehicles into New Zealand from overseas may be affected by a new transport Rule which comes into force on May 8 2008.

Tax Relief for Expat New Zealanders Returning to New Zealand

Fri 04.04.08 New migrants to New Zealand and expatriate New Zealanders who have been away from New Zealand for at least 10 years and are returning to New Zealand can now qualify for tax relief on income earned overseas.

Travel Advice for the Region

Fri 04.04.08 Up-to-date travel advice for the region can be found on the www.SafeTravel.govt.nz website [external link].