Tag: fisheries_amendment_bill
-
ACT Unveils Free Speech Policy, Hails Fisheries Bill Shelving, and Boosts Pharmacy Funding
ACT New Zealand introduces a free speech policy for regulators and welcomes the shelving of a controversial fisheries bill. The party also secured pharmacy funding and will announce a new Deputy Leader at its June 28 rally.
Politics and GovernmentHealth ACT New ZealandFisheries Amendment BillProfessional RegulatorsFree SpeechCommunity PharmaciesHealthcare FundingPolitical RallyPoliticsElection
-
Green Party Demands Full Withdrawal of Fisheries Amendment Bill
The Green Party welcomes the delay of the Fisheries Amendment Bill but demands its complete withdrawal, not just postponement. Co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick criticizes Minister Shane Jones, stating the bill threatens fish stocks and privatizes oceans for commercial gain.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyEnvironmentSocial IssuesLegalElection Green PartyFisheries Amendment BillChlöe SwarbrickShane JonesOcean ConservationFishing Industry
-
Fisheries Amendment Bill Delayed After Public Outcry, Hailed as Win for Ocean Protection
New Zealand's Fisheries Amendment Bill is delayed until after the election, a win for environmental groups and public outcry against destructive bottom trawling. Advocates demand ocean protection and a ban on bottom trawling on seamounts.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEnvironmentElectionLegalSocial Issues Fisheries Amendment BillBottom trawlingOcean protectionEnvironmental advocacyShane JonesSeamountsGreenpeace
-
Greenpeace Renews Call for Bottom Trawling Ban After Devastating Bycatch Data Released
New MPI data reveals over 1,000 seabirds, hundreds of marine mammals, and tonnes of coral destroyed by bottom trawling in New Zealand. Greenpeace urges immediate action and criticizes proposed legislation.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEconomyEnvironmentElection Greenpeace AotearoaBottom TrawlingMarine LifeBycatchFisheries Amendment BillEllie HooperGreenpeace
-
Greenpeace Aotearoa Declares Ocean Protection and Bottom Trawling Bans Critical 2026 Election Issues
Greenpeace Aotearoa is calling on politicians to commit to comprehensive ocean protection ahead of the 2026 election, demanding an end to bottom trawling on seamounts, the rejection of the Fisheries Amendment Bill, and expanded monitoring of commercial fishing fleets.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyBusinessGeneral PoliticsElectionEnvironmentLegalTradeAustralasia Greenpeace AotearoaBottom TrawlingFisheries Amendment BillHauraki GulfEnvironmental PolicyOceansGreenpeace
-
2026 Election Critical for New Zealand Ocean Health Amidst Bottom Trawling Debate
New Zealanders are demanding an end to bottom trawling, making ocean health a key issue for the 2026 election, with specific proposals for marine protection and opposition to the Fisheries Amendment Bill.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentWorld Ocean HealthBottom TrawlingHauraki GulfSeamountsFisheries Amendment BillMarine ProtectionGreenpeace
-
ACT Party Highlights Government Spending Scrutiny and Policy Wins
ACT Party announces Brooke van Velden's departure, criticizes government spending, and celebrates stopping a surcharge ban, while advocating for recreational fishers.
Politics and GovernmentEconomy ACT PartyBrooke van VeldenGovernment SpendingMinistry for Ethnic CommunitiesSurcharge BanFisheries Amendment BillNew Zealand PoliticsElection