On this day exactly a year ago, the 19th of November 2008, the new National-led Government was sworn into office.

I remember the awesome feeling of responsibility as I took my oath that day.

Prime Minister John Key today announced a package of policies aimed at helping young New Zealanders reach their full potential. "The policies I am announcing today build on the Youth Opportunities package and Kiwisport initiatives announced earlier this month," says Mr Key.

"A broad view of sport or physical recreation is needed within schools in relation to the new Kiwisport physical activity initiative announced today" says DANZ Executive Director Tania Kopytko.

International Taekwon-Do Foundation of New Zealand (ITFNZ) supports the Government's Kiwisport initiatives for school-aged children as recently announced, says President of ITFNZ Master Evan Davidson.

11 August 2009 - "Increasing physical activity is an excellent way of improving health for all individuals and sport has a role," says Dr Robyn Toomath.

11 August 2009 - Prime Minister John Key today launched the National-led Government's Kiwisport initiative for young people which will invest $82 million in school sports over the next four years.