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JFK assassination files must be released by 26 October 2017
The "President John F. Kennedy Assassination Records Collection Act of 1992", states that all of the government’s JFK assassination records must be publicly released and made available in the National Archives no later than … View moreJFK assassination files must be released by 26 October 2017
The "President John F. Kennedy Assassination Records Collection Act of 1992", states that all of the government’s JFK assassination records must be publicly released and made available in the National Archives no later than 25 years after the JFK Records Act was passed.
But the act also says the President of the day can decide the release would be a threat to national security and shouldn’t be released. Some of the CIA officials who testified at the inquiry had ties to CIA assassination missions in Cuba, so they won't be happy.
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When Whangarei resident Don Goodall decided he wanted to collate a book on the towns around the Maun…
The winners of the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards have been announced. The Awards celebrate New Zealand teachers, leaders and communities who are working together to improve outcomes for our children and young people from around the country. Please join us in congratulating all our … View moreThe winners of the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards have been announced. The Awards celebrate New Zealand teachers, leaders and communities who are working together to improve outcomes for our children and young people from around the country. Please join us in congratulating all our winners for sharing their inspirational journeys, and find out about their achievements at the link below.
Volunteers are the backbone of the fire service, but some of our brigades are experiencing significant volunteer shortages. This can impact our ability to respond to callouts. We need more volunteers in places like Northland, East Cape, and the West Coast. If you, or someone you know, is … View moreVolunteers are the backbone of the fire service, but some of our brigades are experiencing significant volunteer shortages. This can impact our ability to respond to callouts. We need more volunteers in places like Northland, East Cape, and the West Coast. If you, or someone you know, is keen to be a volunteer in one of these communities, then we urge you to get in touch with your local brigade.
Age, gender, and fitness are no barrier to being a volunteer. Step forward and help us to keep your community safe.
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