Thanks. It looks like yetizone now needs a login and Nepal News isn't functioning. I have deleted the links, but if you might know of any more, feel free to post them.
There are no more trekking permits required for the Annapurna region but you need to pay a ticket for the park ( Annapurna conservation area ) of 20 euro ( 2000 nepali rupees ). Since january 2008 you also need a TIMS card ( trekkers info management system ) that is free of charge.