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Speech To Building Nations 2024 - Modernising New Zealand’s PPP Model
Simon Court Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Infrastructure and RMA Reform 29 August 2024 Introduction What an honour to be running the anchor leg of this incredible conference, and to be able to update you on some of the work I’ve had the privilege of doing across two of the best portfolios for a civil engineer – Infrastructure and RMA Reform.
Fertiliser Pollution Set To Continue Under Ballance’s Call For More Fossil Gas
29 August 2024 Greenpeace Aotearoa is denouncing Ballance Agri-nutrients’ call for more fossil gas production, maintaining that urea needs to be phased out altogether. Greenpeace spokesperson Amanda Larsson says, "Urea drives climate change and freshwater pollution, no matter how it’s made, and should be phased out. "Calling for more fossil gas extraction in the middle of a climate crisis is obviously ludicrous.
NZ Needs A Safe Rates System To Protect Transport Drivers And Other Road Users
29 August 2024 FIRST Union, the union for transport workers, is supporting this week’s Global Safe Rates week of action. This international initiative, supported by unions in over 20 countries and the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF), highlights the critical need for a Safe Rates system in New Zealand to protect lives on our roads.
Southland Police Seize Cannabis And Cash, Arrest Seven People
Thursday, 29 August 2024 Detective Senior Sergeant Greg Baird: Police located 150 ounces of cannabis, seized $25,000 and arrested seven people in Southland yesterday. The Southern District Organised Crime Group, assisted by several Police work groups, executed simultaneous search warrants in the Invercargill and Bluff areas. Police located 46 cannabis plants, 150 ounces (4.25kg) of high-quality cannabis head, cannabis oil, about $25,000 cash, and MDMA.
Carters Beach Grounding - Maritime NZ Update
Work is being undertaken today to ensure the grounded barge, Manahau remains stable at Westport's Carters Beach. The near 100m barge grounded at about midnight last night, at the time it had 11 people on-board. The crew remain on the vessel and are safe. The barge is intact, no items have been lost, and there are no leaks. There was no cargo onboard at the time. Following a discussion with local and regional authorities, Maritime NZ is now the lead response agency for the incident.
Potaka Brings Whakaata Māori To Its Knees
29 August 2024 Today’s Whakaata Māori announcement is yet another colossal failure from Minister Potaka, who has turned his back on te reo Māori, forcing a channel offline, putting whānau out of jobs, and cutting Māori content, says Te Pāti Māori. “A Senior Māori Minister has turned his back on Te Reo Māori. Any move that reduces the prominence, visibility and auditability of Te Reo Māori is an attack on future generations.
Op Elba: Investigation Advances As Police Charge Man With Murder
Thursday, 29 August 2024 The Police investigation into the murder of Stephen Thorpe has developed significantly, with a man facing court today on a murder charge. Operation Elba has been working piece together why the 54-year-old Mt Roskill man lost his life in tragic circumstances on 24 August. Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin, who is overseeing the team of investigators, says Police have been in the Blockhouse Bay area in recent days.
Fast Track Approval For Solar Farm In Marton
29 August 2024 An independent panel has approved resource consent, subject to conditions, for a solar farm in Marton, Rangitīkei. Harmony Energy NZ #3 applied for resource consent under the COVID-19 Recovery (Fast-track Consenting) Act 2020. The project involves constructing and operating a solar farm on approximately 93 hectares of land to supply electricity to the national grid. It includes installing 28 power stations, two substations, a transformer, and underground electricity cables.
Exploring A Whole-of-catchment Approach For Waitaki River
August 30, 2024 Joint Media Release A working group has been set up to gather views on the idea and feasibility of the Waitaki operating as a single catchment. Working group member and ORC Councillor, Kevin Malcolm, says the current arrangement is difficult and it’s time to take it out of the ‘too hard basket’ and apply a more common-sense approach.
Ruapehu Community Comes Together On Winstone Pulp Proposed Closure
The proposed closure of Winstone Pulp International’s mills is a reminder of how crucial it is to have policies that protect our regional economies and support our industries, says National MP for Rangitīkei Suze Redmayne. “Last Tuesday evening I attended a community hui in Raetihi to discuss the proposed closure of Winstone Pulp. Our Ruapehu communities are well known for coming together and this spirit of unity was on full display with a standing room only meeting,” says Ms Redmayne.
Five People Charged Following Fraud Investigation By Police And ACC
Thursday, 29 August 2024 Detective Senior Sergeant Scott Neilson: Five people are set to appear in court following a significant fraud investigation by Police and ACC. In November 2023, Police were alerted to a co-ordinated operation where the alleged offenders were engaged in creating fraudulent ACC claims. An investigation was launched in response to multiple incidents where clients misused an online platform to gain funds through a reimbursement process.
Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Expresses Condolences On The PassingOf Kiingi Tuheitia
30 August 2024 The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of New Zealand expresses its deepest condolences to the bereaved Whānau and the Māori community on the passing of Kiingi Tuheitia. His leadership and dedication to the Māori people and the nation at large will be remembered as a significant chapter in the history of Aotearoa.
Greater Wellington Acknowledges Passing And Legacy Of Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII
August 30, 2024 Greater Wellington acknowledges the passing and legacy of the Māori King, Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII, who has died just days after the 18th anniversary of his Koroneihana (coronation). Greater Wellington Chair Daran Ponter led the regional council’s tributes with the whakatauki: Kua hinga te tōtara i Te Waonui a Tāne - A tōtara has fallen in the great forest of Tāne. “Kiingi Tuheitia was a tireless advocate for his people, for strength, for peace and for unity.
Free Speech Union Submits In Opposition To Law Commission Consultation On Amendments To Human Rights Act
30 August 2024 The Free Speech Union has submitted to the Law Commission consultation on their recent discussion paper urging them not to amend the Human Rights Act in ways that would restrict New Zealanders’ legitimate speech, says Jonathan Ayling, Chief Executive of the Free Speech Union. “The paper examines extending section 21 of the Human Rights Act prohibited grounds of discrimination to include people who are transgender, non-binary and with innate variations of sex characteristics.
FSANZ Deny Extension On Submission For Deregulation Of Gene Editing
30 August 2024 Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has declined to extend the deadline for comment on the deregulation of gene edited (GE) food, despite calling the proposed changes "a paradigm shift" in regulation. Earlier submissions calling for transparency and labelling have been ignored by FSANZ. Proposal P1055 places comments on labelling of GE products as out of scope and will exempt certain New Breeding Techniques (NBT) that include gene-edited products from pre-market assessment.
How Well Do We Counter Corruption?
30 August 2024 Aotearoa New Zealand's historically low levels of corruption have encouraged complacency and a reactive approach to policymaking at top levels of politics and the public service. This is a leading finding of a research report commissioned by Transparency International New Zealand (TINZ). The report was launched by François Valérian, global Chair of Transparency International at an anti-corruption forum in Wellington today.
Operation Avon: Entire Christchurch Comancheros Chapter Arrested
Thursday, 29 August 2024 Police have arrested every patched member of the Christchurch chapter of the Comancheros yesterday, in a significant operation targeting the gang. Millions of dollars’ worth of illicit drugs have been seized as Police yesterday terminated about 70 warrants as part of the eight-month investigation, dubbed Operation Avon.
Whanau Ora Community Clinic Acknowledges The Passing Of Kingi Tuheitia
August 30,2024 Today, we pause to reflect on the profound loss of Kingi Tuheitia, a revered leader whose influence and dedication to the people of New Zealand has left an indelible mark on our nation. His passing is a moment of immense sadness, not only for the Kīngitanga movement which he led with such distinction but for all who respected his commitment to fostering unity and preserving the rich cultural heritage of Māori.
Kaipara District Council Receives Boost To Accelerate Recovery Efforts
August 30, 2024 A suite of recovery and resilience projects underway in Kaipara District is set to benefit from more than half a million dollars in central government funds. In a recent announcement, Emergency Management and Recovery Minister Mark Mitchell confirmed $596,720 to Kaipara District Council from the Cyclone Recovery Capability Fund, which was set up to support councils in accelerating recovery efforts following the severe weather events of 2023.
Rangitīkei District Council Retains Māori Wards
29 August 2024 At its Council meeting held on Thursday, 29 August 2024, Rangitīkei District Council voted to retain the Tiikeitia ki Tai (Coastal) and Tiikeitia ki Uta (Inland) Māori wards for the 2025 Local Election. The vote was passed unanimously by Council. As Council has voted in favour, a binding referendum will be held alongside the 2025 Local Election asking Rangitīkei voters if they wish to retain Māori wards for the 2028 Local Election period.
NPDC's Inglewood Library Celebrating 100 Years Of Serving The Community
August 30, 2024 Inglewood is gearing up to mark a golden milestone with a gathering to celebrate Inglewood Library’s centenary on September 7. One of NPDC’s five community libraries, Inglewood Library opened in the Municipal and Library Building on Rata Street in September 1924. At the time, the building was home to the library and a reading room, as well as the Town Clerk’s Office and Council Chamber.
Fire And Emergency Receives Award For Working With Māori As Tangata Whenua
29 August 2024 Ratonga Ahi me ngā Ohotata i Aotearoa - Fire and Emergency New Zealand has been recognised for its mahi working with Māori as tangata whenua. Diversity Works New Zealand awarded it with the Medium-Large Organisation Highly Commended recognition in the Ngā Āhuatanga o Te Tiriti Tohu category at their Diversity Awards last night. The award also recognised Fire and Emergency’s mahi to improve its internal cultural capability to better deliver services essential to keeping people safe.
Appeal For Information Following Deliberate House Fire, Hamilton
Thursday, 29 August 2024 Hamilton Police are appealing for information from the public following a house fire on Knighton Road, Hillcrest on Saturday 24 August around 2.30pm. A forensic examination of the scene has since determined the fire was deliberately lit. Considerable damage was caused to the house during the blaze and neighbouring occupied properties were also put at risk.
Date Change For Tauranga Treaty Discussion
Due to the tangihanga for the late Kingii Tūheitia Pōtatau Te Wherowhero VII, the dates for a discussion of The Treaty of Waitangi is postponed in Tauranga until 7pm Wednesday, September 18. Prominent Bay of Plenty theologian and historian Dr Alistair Reese will lead the discussion at the event and book launch at Holy Trinity in Tauranga.
Free Tyre Collections Kick Off Across Aotearoa New Zealand
The operational launch of the Tyrewise product stewardship scheme was officially announced by Environment Minister Penny Simmonds today. It means tyre ‘generators’, like tyre shops, can have their end-of-life tyres collected for free, and members of the public can also dispose of up to five worn out tyres for free at collection sites around the country.
Taxpayer Victory: Health Research Council To Actually Research Health
29 August 2024 Responding to Minister of Health Shane Reti’s announcement that Health Research Council grants are being refocused towards research that improves health outcomes, Taxpayers’ Union Policy and Public Affairs Manager, James Ross, said: “Health research isn’t a game. Lives depend on medical advancements, and every cent spent on frivalous pet projects is money that can’t go towards improving outcomes for Kiwis.
Diverse Voices In Print To Shine At Taupō Museum
Local artists are the lifeblood of Taupō Museum and the Plateau Printmakers are the perfect example. The group, which first exhibited at the museum in 2016, is back again with its latest offering of prints. Perspectives - Diverse Voices in Print is being held at Taupō Museum from 14 September to 28 October. The Plateau Printmakers meet regularly at Maggie Dawson’s Studio 92 in Taupō to share ideas and inspire each other.
Nine Projects Funded $33k By ORC
29 August 2024 Nine environmental-linked projects across Otago received in total more than $33,000 from annual funding support from the Otago Regional Council in the past financial year toward their consenting and monitoring costs. As with last year there were nine projects from across Otago and none were declined funding from the $50,000 pool, with a total $33,371 in fees waived, says ORC’s Manager Consents Alexandra King.
United Effort Required For Massive Road Repairs
Gisborne District Council is calling for tenders a bit differently for the huge amount of work planned on local roads over the next three years. A Request For Proposal went live on Friday on the Government Electronic Tenders System (GETS). “We need as many contractors as possible across the region who are willing to work together and with Council to fix 340 slip and dropout sites across Tairāwhiti.
Council Affirms Retention Of Kirikiriroa Maaori Ward Until At Least 2028, Community To Have Their Say
29 August 2024 Hamilton City Council has voted today (Thursday 29 August 2024) to retain the Kirikiriroa Maaori Ward and hold a binding poll on the issue next year, following the passing of new legislation by central government. Under new legislation introduced this year (the Local Government (Electoral Legislation and Māori Wards and Māori Constituencies) Amendment Act 2024) Hamilton City Council had two options in relation to its Kirikiriroa Maaori Ward.
Whakaata Māori Pays Tribute To Kiingi Tuheitia Potatau Te Wherowhero VII
30th August 2024 Papā te whaititiri, hihiko te uira Whakaheke ana mai ki runga o Taupiri Mōu, e te Kiingi, kua riro nei Whakatika rawa koe mā runga i tō waka I ngā wai katokato o tō awa Kia tatū ake koe ki te roro o tō whare, o Maahinaarangi Ki te tūrangawaewae o te rāngai ariki i te pō Kia marū ake tō papa i ngā roimata o te ao Māori E te Kiingi, tīraha mai rā, tīraha mai rā! Whakaata Māori extends heartfelt condolences to the whānau of Kiingi Tuheitia Potatau Te Wherowhero VII on his passing.
NZ Bar Association Raises Concerns About Attacks On Our Judiciary
28 August The New Zealand Bar Association | Ngā Ahorangi Motuhake o te Ture has observed a recent increase in comments and public statements by Ministers about Judges that go much further than criticisms or discussion of judgements. This cannot be explained away as simply “political rhetoric” by politicians, when Ministers of the Crown owe duties to uphold the role of judges. Barristers in New Zealand are concerned about this. We recognise it is not healthy for our institutions.
Natural Hazards Portal Celebrates One Year Of Helping Kiwis Understand Their Risks
29 August 2024 A year since the launch of the Natural Hazards Portal, new research from the Natural Hazards Commission (NHC) Toka Tū Ake shows the Portal is helping people understand their risks and take actions to make their homes safer. The new report from NielsonIQ found that over half (53%) of people took steps to improve their resilience after visiting the Portal. The most common actions were reviewing or purchasing home insurance (30%) and securing tall or heavy furniture to walls (28%).
Major Capital Projects Ticked Off In Hamilton
28 August A record level of capital investment across Hamilton Kirikiriroa has made city roads safer, enabled growth, and delivered and maintained crucial infrastructure. Despite challenging economic headwinds, Hamilton City Council and its partners completed $909 million worth of capital projects across the city during the past three years. The scale and breadth of projects delivered for the community is revealed in A Look Back - a monitoring report detailing Council’s 2021-24 capital programme.
New Zealand, China Hold High-Level Climate Change Talks
Hon Simon Watts Minister of Climate Change 29 August 2024 Chinese Minister of Ecology and Environment, Huang Runqiu is departing New Zealand today after the Fifth Ministerial Climate Change Dialogue between New Zealand and China, Climate Change Minister Simon Watts says. “China is an important climate partner for New Zealand, and vital to global efforts to reduce the impacts of climate change.
Three Arrested After Hamilton Search Warrant
Thursday, 29 August 2024 Detective Senior Sergeant Scott Neilson Hamilton Police have arrested three people in relation to an arson at Knighton Road on 24 August. Police today executed a search warrant at an address on Oakfield Crescent, assisted by the Armed Offenders Squad as a precaution. Three men, two aged 31 and one aged 35, have been charged with breaching court release conditions, dishonesty and methamphetamine-related offending.
Greater Wellington Backing The Bittern For Bird Of The Year 2024
29 August 2024 The cryptic and coy matuku-hūrepo or Australasian bittern has Greater Wellington’s support for Bird of the Year 2024. The bittern’s conservation status is Threatened, with less than 1,000 birds living in Aotearoa. The Wellington Region is home to a well-known population in the Wairarapa Moana, with recordings of bittern at wetlands across the Kāpiti Coast.
Poacher Fined $15,000 For Illegally Trading Fish
29 August 2024 An Auckland poacher who repeatedly sold or attempted to sell fish he caught illegally, has been fined $15,000. Timothy William Frost (30) was sentenced in the North Shore District Court on two charges under the Fisheries Act for selling or attempting to sell recreationally caught fish, following a successful prosecution by the Ministry for Primary Industries. “Our investigators found evidence of seafood sales or attempted sales on 35 occasions to various clients he had accumulated.
Te Whare O Pou Tangata Mourns Death Of Māori King
30 August, 2024 He aha rā, he aha rā? He mahi mō runga i ngā marae e horo nei E, ko Tīrairaka! E, ko Tītakataka! Takataka mai te pōkēao Takataka mai te āroharoha Ki runga ki te iwi Māori, ki runga Aotearoa e apakura nei, e rohi kau nei E, ko te hono ki te Kotahitanga, ki te Kiingi Māori kua riro! Whiti rere ki te mākohakoha o te pō Whiti rere ki te mārirerire o te pō Auē, e Rangi, auē taukuri e! He kura tangihia, he maimai aroha ki a Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII.
Horowhenua Council To Vote On Māori Ward
30th August 2024 Horowhenua District Council will vote at the next Council meeting on whether to keep its Horowhenua (Māori) Ward. In 2021, councillors voted unanimously to establish a Māori ward with significant community support. Councillors Nina Hori Te Pa and Justin Tamihana were elected to represent the ward in elections the following year.
Final Stage For Private Plan Change 81 Dargaville Racecourse
30th August 2024 Kaipara District Council has agreed to incorporate Private Plan Change 81 Trifecta Development Area (PPC81) into the Operative Kaipara District Plan. The development area is the former Dargaville Racecourse site, situated at the corner of State Highway 14 and Awakino Point North Road, Dargaville. The approval rezones this site of approximately 47 hectares from rural zoning to a mix of residential, light industrial, neighbourhood centre and open space zoning.
Missing Rock Fisherman | Nine Pin Rock, Manukau Harbour
At approximately 11:49 pm last night, a person was swept off the rocks near Nine Pin Rock, at the entrance to Manukau Harbour. Volunteers from Coastguard Titirangi and Coastguard Papakura responded quickly to the scene, launching a search for the missing rock fisherman. After a two-hour search in challenging conditions, the vessels returned to shore. Coastguard Papakura skipper Jim Levitt, aboard Papakura Rescue 1, said: “The wind and tide created very choppy seas, made worse by a 1.5-metre swell.
Reo Māori The ‘Beating Heart’ Of Aotearoa New Zealand
Hon Tama Potaka Minister for Māori Development From private business to the Paris Olympics, reo Māori is growing with the success of New Zealanders, says Minister for Māori Development Tama Potaka. “I’m joining New Zealanders across the country in celebrating this year’s Te Wiki o te Reo Māori – Māori Language Week, which has a big range of events running from 14 to 21 September. This year’s theme is Ake Ake Ake - A Forever Language.
Arrest Made Following Indecent Act, Palmerston North
A man has been taken into custody after he reportedly committed an indecent act in view of a Palmerston North medical centre yesterday afternoon, Friday 13 September. Police responded to the scene on Victoria Avenue around 3:50pm locating and arresting the man. Recent reports have led us to believe this was not the only incident, and there may be further victims to his alleged offending.
New Board Appointments For RNZ & TVNZ
Media and Communications Minister Paul Goldsmith is announcing new appointments to the RNZ and TVNZ Boards. “I am delighted to appoint Brent Impey, Gracie MacKinlay and Mads Moller to the RNZ Board, and John Fellet to the TVNZ Board,” says Mr Goldsmith. “These appointments will bring new experience and a fresh perspective to both boards to help lead our public media into the future.
Cruise Ship Meeting Delayed Due To Climate Emergency
29 August 2024 Representatives from local council, port officials, Department of Conservation and local tourism operators today had some unexpected guests at their pre-cruise ship season meeting at the Edgar Centre. Climate Liberation Aotearoa supporters dressed in high vis gear declared the meeting cancelled due to the Climate Emergency and began putting away chairs and asking people to leave.
Mineral Stocktake Shows Opportunities For Growth
Hon Shane Jones Minister for Resources 28 August 2024 A new report on New Zealand’s mineral endowment identifies prospects for development, enabling a strategic and considered approach to growing the country’s resources sector, Resources Minister Shane Jones says. The report, done by GNS Science as part of the draft Minerals Strategy for New Zealand, brings together extensive research, geological, geochemical and geophysical studies, as well as mapping of geography and mineral deposits.
Revenue Action Plan To Support Delivering Infrastructure Sooner
Hon Simeon Brown Minister of Transport 29 August 2024 The Government has announced a Revenue Action Plan to enable a clear infrastructure pipeline that delivers the critical transport infrastructure our country needs sooner, Transport Minister Simeon Brown says. “Delivering infrastructure to increase productivity and economic growth is a key priority for the Government.
Te Huia SuperGold And Child Fare Changes, Stop Added At Pukekohe
29 August 2024 Te Huia will call at Pukekohe station and child fares will halve from 30 September as part of a suite of changes to the passenger train service by Waikato Regional Council. During its August meeting, regional councillors considered the findings of an independent review of Te Huia, carried out to both reduce operating costs and increase revenue as a means of improving farebox recovery and reducing subsidy from taxpayers and ratepayers.
Mental Health Service To Support Over 130 Schools
Hon Matt Doocey Minister for Mental Health 29 August 2024 Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey says the rollout of mental health support to primary and intermediate school pupils in Hawke’s Bay and Tairawhiti regions will continue. “The Government has committed sustainable funding to the phased rollout of Mana Ake, which will grow to $3.7 million a year by 2026/27. This will ensure these services will remain intact and available for young people needing mental wellbeing support,” Mr Doocey says.
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