Tag: transparency
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Green Party Alleges Systemic Lobbying Through Private Ministerial Emails
The Green Party reveals private email use by lobbyists in ministerial offices, including the Prime Minister's and Simon Court's, suggesting a systemic issue. Co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick calls for stronger rules and transparency to protect democracy.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsLegalEconomy Green PartyChlöe SwarbrickLobbyingTransparencyNew Zealand GovernmentOfficial Information ActSimon CourtElection
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New Zealand's Regulatory Standards Act Takes Effect, Board Ready for Complaints
New Zealand's Regulatory Standards Act (2025) is now active, with the Regulatory Standards Board accepting public complaints about regulations. Minister David Seymour said the Act enhances transparency, making regulatory costs clear and providing a watchdog for citizens' rights.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentLegal Regulatory Standards ActRegulatory Standards BoardDavid SeymourRegulationGovernmentTransparencyNew Zealand Government
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Green Party Pushes for Independent Parliamentary Budget Office Ahead of Election
The Green Party urges National and Labour to back an independent Parliamentary Budget Office. Co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick says it's crucial for transparent election debate, providing voters with trusted, independent costings of political promises to foster informed decision-making.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsElectionEconomyNational Party Green PartyParliamentary Budget OfficeChlöe SwarbrickPolicy CostingTransparency
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Wellington Council Faces Scrutiny Over Nearly $600,000 Te Matapihi Website Cost
Wellington city councillors uncovered the Te Matapihi website's nearly $600,000 cost via an OIA release, sparking transparency concerns. The expenditure, significantly higher than initially reported, raises questions about procurement and value for money.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyMediaGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyComputers and InternetLegalDigital and Print Publishing Wellington City CouncilTe MatapihiWebsite CostOfficial Information ActProcurementPublic SpendingTransparency
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New Guidance Issued to Boost Regulatory Transparency and Accountability in New Zealand
New Zealand's government issues new statutory guidance for the Regulatory Standards Act 2025, introducing Consistency Accountability Statements and replacing Regulatory Impact Statements with shorter, focused analyses to enhance transparency and improve regulatory quality.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyLegal Regulatory Standards Act 2025Government RegulationLegislationTransparencyRegulatory Analysis SummariesAccountabilityNew Zealand Government
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Wellington City Council Provides Access to Recent Resource Consents
Wellington City Council offers public access to recent resource consent applications and issued consents via online search and downloadable documents, enhancing transparency.
Politics and GovernmentLegalLocal Government Wellington City CouncilResource ConsentsPublic InformationPDF DocumentsTransparencyplanning@wcc.govt.nzWellington City Council