AGP Executive Report
Last update: 39 minutes agoEnvironment & Planning: Green Party says new Natural Environment and Planning Bills, replacing the RMA, copy “polluter wish lists” by weakening climate and pollution limits and cutting public input. Clean-tech Fallout: Auckland cleantech Hydroxsys has been put into voluntary administration after investors withdrew support; BDO administrators appointed and a first creditors’ meeting set for next week. Energy & Investment: Solar developer Lodestone Energy is gauging investor interest for a possible NZX IPO, aiming to expand utility-scale solar. Local Government & Housing: Local Government New Zealand wants ministerial referrals of fast-track housing projects paused, arguing the process neglects cost recovery and overrides prior council decisions. Auckland Transport: City Rail Link opens for first rush hour tests, with patronage up and early service disruption concerns still in the mix. Te Reo Māori: Research highlights the emotional toll of learning te reo Māori, while bus drivers in Hawke’s Bay are encouraged to use te reo and Māori place names during Te Wiki o te Reo Māori. Public Health: Auckland measles cases rise to 15; health officials say new cases are linked to existing ones and remind people to check symptoms and immunisation. Smokefree: New research backs broad restrictions but says more targeted action is needed to curb underage smoking, especially among Māori and young starters.
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