The Coalition Agreement between ACT and the National Party committed to reforming work health and safety law and regulations. New Zealand’s work health and safety record remains worse than other comparable countries and has been slow to improve. Government has heard that businesses are struggling to understand their work health and safety obligations, and are unsure how to comply, which creates risks for workers.
The Events Attraction Package is aimed at showstopper events that attract large audiences and international visitors – such as major sports, music, and cultural events.
While the geothermal strategy sets a bold ambition for New Zealand’s energy future, it’s important to recognise the contribution already underway through funds like the Ministry for Primary Industries’ Primary Sector Growth Fund, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment’s (MBIE) Endeavour Fund, and our international diplomacy efforts to progress the sector.