Tag: shane_jones
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NZ Government Invests $50 Million in West Coast Critical Minerals Processing
New Zealand's government is investing up to $50 million in West Coast critical minerals processing projects, Tāiko Critical Minerals and Westland Mineral Sands. This funding aims to create jobs, boost exports, and establish domestic processing capabilities for essential minerals.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborEnergyMedical Science New Zealand GovernmentCritical MineralsWest CoastRegional DevelopmentMining & MineralsEconomic DevelopmentShane Jones
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NZ First Demands Pause on Waikato Plan Change 1 to Protect Farmers
New Zealand First calls for an immediate halt to Waikato Regional Council's Plan Change 1, arguing it's an outdated "bureaucratic death sentence" for over 4500 farmers, threatening food production and increasing costs amidst a cost-of-living crisis.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyAgricultureSocial IssuesLegal New Zealand FirstWaikato Regional CouncilPlan Change 1FarmersResource Management ActShane JonesNZ FirstElection
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Southland Space Headquarters Construction Begins, Boosting Regional Economy
Construction has started on a new $4.55 million headquarters at the Awarua Satellite Ground Station near Bluff. This project, supported by government funding, will create highly skilled jobs, boost Southland's economy, and enhance New Zealand's role in the global space…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborAstronomy and Space SouthlandAwarua Satellite Ground StationSpace Operations New ZealandShane JonesMark PattersonRegional DevelopmentSpace IndustryNew Zealand Government
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Greenpeace Demands Full Repeal of 'Rotten' Conservation Bill Despite Ministerial Concessions
Conservation Minister Tama Potaka announced changes to the Conservation Amendment Bill, removing land sale sections. However, Greenpeace Aotearoa insists the 'rotten' bill must be scrapped entirely, citing continued threats to wild places and public outcry.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyEnvironmentLegalSocial Issues Greenpeace AotearoaConservation Amendment BillTama PotakaShane JonesEnvironmental PolicyPublic LandGreenpeace
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Ministers Back Waikato Farmers Against Plan Change 1 Concerns
Federated Farmers welcomes support from Shane Jones and Todd McClay, who voiced deep concerns over Waikato Region Plan Change 1's impact on farmers at the Primary Industries New Zealand Summit, promising action to align rules with new RMA reforms.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyAgricultureLegal Federated FarmersShane JonesTodd McClayWaikato Region Plan Change 1Primary Industries New Zealand SummitResource Management Actfarmingelection
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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
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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
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New Zealand's First Diesel Reserve Shipment En Route
New Zealand's first diesel reserve shipment is heading to Marsden Point, enhancing national fuel security. The 93-million-liter reserve, managed by Z Energy and government-controlled, aims to provide nine days of supply, bolstering resilience for critical sectors.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnergyEconomyGeneral PoliticsTransportationAgriculture diesel reservefuel securityMarsden PointNicola WillisShane JonesZ EnergyNew Zealand Government
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New Zealand's Bottom Trawl Footprint Remains Minimal, Minister Says
New data shows New Zealand's bottom trawl footprint covers just 1.7% of its waters, largely in previously fished areas. Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones highlights the industry's economic importance and ongoing innovation to reduce environmental impacts.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEnvironmentEconomyState GovernmentsAustralasiaAgriculture Bottom TrawlingFisheriesShane JonesMinistry for Primary IndustriesFishing IndustryExportsNew Zealand Government
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New Zealand Launches $1.2 Billion Gas Transition Loan Scheme
The New Zealand Government introduces a $1.2 billion loan guarantee scheme to help businesses transition from gas, aiming to protect jobs and secure dwindling supplies. It also includes new gas market transparency legislation.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentEconomyEnergyEnvironment Gas Transition Loan Guarantee SchemeNicola WillisSimeon BrownShane JonesFinanceGas Market TransparencyNew Zealand Government
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Kaimai Hydro-Electric Scheme Gains Fast-Track Approval for Continued Renewable Energy Production
The Kaimai Hydro-Electric Power Scheme in Bay of Plenty secured Fast-track approval for its continued operation, boosting New Zealand's renewable energy infrastructure. The scheme powers 24,600 homes and avoids significant CO2 emissions.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentEnergyEnvironmentLegalEconomy Kaimai Hydro-Electric Power SchemeFast-track approvalRenewable energyBay of PlentyChris BishopShane JonesNew Zealand Government
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Fourth Petroleum Exploration Permit Application Opens in Waikato
New Zealand's fourth petroleum exploration permit application has entered a competitive process for an onshore and offshore area in Waikato, signaling renewed sector confidence following the recent ban removal, as Resources Minister Shane Jones emphasizes gas's ongoing energy role.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyEnergyLegal Petroleum ExplorationWaikatoShane JonesEnergy PolicyGas ProductionCompetitive ProcessNew Zealand Government
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New Zealand Government Streamlines Marine Aquaculture Regulations to Boost Sector Growth
The New Zealand Government has announced updates to marine aquaculture regulations, effective 4 June. The changes aim to reduce administrative burdens, encourage technological innovation, and help the sector reach a target of $3 billion in annual export revenue.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEconomyEnvironmentLegalAustralasiaAgriculture AquacultureEnvironmental PolicyResource Management ActChris BishopShane JonesNew Zealand Government
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Media Monitor: Protests Confront Minister Jones Over Fast-Track Projects
RNZ reports that Minister Shane Jones was confronted by protesters in Whangārei over fast-track projects, Hamish Kerr won a Diamond League meeting, and the Tall Blacks will play for bronze at the Asia Cup.
Politics and GovernmentSportHealthWeather RNZShane JonesWhangāreiFast-track ConsentingHamish KerrTall BlacksAsia CupRNZ News
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NZ Government Allocates $200M for Gas Field Investments
New Zealand's coalition Government commits $200 million to co-invest in new gas fields, aiming to secure domestic energy supply and stimulate economic growth amid declining natural gas reserves.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnergy Shane Jonesnatural gasinvestmentenergy securitycoalition GovernmentPohokura