Tag: james_meager
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New Zealand Government Provides $5.7 Million in Working Capital Grants for Regional Airlines
Regional Infrastructure Fund allocates $5.7 million in working capital grants to help regional airlines facing rising fuel costs and operating pressures, with grants ranging from $300,000 to $1.2 million.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessTransportationEconomyFederal Government Regional Infrastructure Fundregional airlinesShane JonesJames Meagerworking capital grantsregional air connectivityNew Zealand Government
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Government Backs Bay of Plenty Regional Aviation with $2.08m Sunair Loan
The Coalition Government has loaned Bay of Plenty-based Sunair $2.08 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund to help acquire aircraft, cover maintenance and refinance debt.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessTransportationRegional DevelopmentFederal GovernmentEconomy SunairRegional Infrastructure FundShane JonesJames MeagerBay of Plentyregional air connectivityNew Zealand aviationNew Zealand Government
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Nearly $900,000 in Partnerships to Support 400 At-Risk Rotorua Youth
Two new funding partnerships will help more than 400 Rotorua young people stay in education and build employment skills, Youth Minister James Meager has announced.
Politics and GovernmentEducationEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesState Governments RotoruaJames MeagerDigital Natives AcademyTe Puna Ariki Charitable TrustMinistry of Youth Developmentyouth employmentNew Zealand Government
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New Councillors Appointed to Strengthen Game Animal Council
Hunting and Fishing Minister James Meager appoints Lisa Chase and Simon Cameron to the Game Animal Council for one-year terms to support hunter-led game animal management.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentAgricultureGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsSocial Issues Game Animal CouncilJames MeagerLisa ChaseSimon CameronHerds of Special InterestHunting and FishingNew Zealand Government
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NZ Economic Pulse MIDDAY: 19 September 2026
Chatham Islands supply ship construction begins; 232 medicines approved for paramedic prescribers; NZX closed for weekend as RBNZ reference rates hold at 18 September fixings
BusinessHealthPolitics and GovernmentEconomyFinancial MarketsTransportationEmployment and Labor NZ Economic PulseChatham Islandssupply shipSouthern TiareWilliam FraserJames MeagerSimeon Brownparamedic prescribers232 medicinesParamedic CouncilNZXRBNZreference exchange ratesNew Zealand dollarNewswire.nz Markets
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New Zealand Launches World-First Tech to Protect Underwater Cables
New Zealand introduces a world-first 24/7 surveillance system to protect critical underwater telecommunications cables. The technology, developed by Kordia and Starboard, alerts mariners to risks, safeguarding 99% of the nation's data traffic from disruption.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEconomyComputers and InternetTransportationLegal Critical Underwater InfrastructureTelecommunications CablesNational Surveillance and Warning CapabilityJames MeagerKordiaStarboard Maritime IntelligenceNew Zealand Government
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Minister Meager Commends CAA for Aviation Safety and Service Improvements
Acting Transport Minister Hon James Meager recognized the CAA's progress in enhancing aviation safety and services. Key achievements include clearing certification backlogs, improving medical processes, and supporting new technologies, benefiting New Zealand's aviation sector.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEconomyTransportationRoboticsEmployment and Labor Aviation SafetyCivil Aviation AuthorityJames MeagerRegulatory OversightCertification BacklogTransportNZ Civil Aviation Authority
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New Zealand Government Confirms Game Animal Council Appointments
Hunting and Fishing Minister James Meager announced new Game Animal Council appointments, with Matthew Clarke as Chair. Hon Paula Bennett, Emeritus Professor Bruce McKenzie, and Jim Goodall join as members, alongside Callum Sheridan's reappointment, enhancing governance and sector expertise.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEnvironmentEconomy Game Animal CouncilJames MeagerMatthew ClarkePaula BennettHuntingNew Zealand GovernmentAppointments
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Taupō Trout Bag Limits Increase to Boost Fishery and Economy
New Zealand's Taupō District will see increased trout bag limits from six to eight starting July 1, 2026. This change aims to improve fish stock quality, support local businesses, and enhance the world-renowned fishery.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnvironmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomySocial Issues TaupōFishingTroutNew Zealand GovernmentJames MeagerRegulationLake Otamangakau
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Hawke's Bay to Open New Commercial Game Preserve
A new 286-hectare commercial game preserve, Te Konini, is set to open in Hawke's Bay from 2027, boosting hunting opportunities for Kiwis and visitors. Minister James Meager highlights its role in creating jobs and strengthening local economies.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborSocial Issues HuntingHawke's BayGame preserveJames MeagerTe KoniniNew Zealand Government
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Federated Farmers Cautiously Optimistic About Fish & Game Reforms
Federated Farmers are cautiously optimistic about proposed Fish & Game reforms, but concerns remain about the organization's role in political advocacy and the use of compulsory license fees.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentAgricultureAustralasiaState Governments Federated FarmersFish & GameJames MeagerRichard McIntyreJason HerrickHuntingFishing