The government provided $10 million ($5 million each year) through the Freedom Camping Transition Fund to support local authorities to undertake activities relating to the transition to the new freedom camping rules during 2022/23 and 2023/24. This funding was contestable.
Stream Two has up to $9.939 million available for allocation. Expressions of Interest closed on 1 September 2023. Full Applications must be received by 15 December 2023.
$1 million has been allocated to fund Stream One projects. Stream One funds innovative, solution-based projects that may require further feasibility work before applying for full development support.
On the request of the Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment commissioned an independent investigation into allegations about the conduct of the Chair of the Financial Markets Authority.
Cost-benefit and multicriteria analyses for the proposed self-certification schemes for plumbers and drainlayers and entire residential dwellings and proposals to reduce building inspection wait times.
New Zealand relies on a range of critical supply chains to support economic activity, essential services, and the wellbeing of households and businesses.
At every phase, the Government will continue to publish regular updates so households, businesses, and critical services know what is happening and what to expect.