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A Regional Infrastructure Fund grant will be used to modernise Kerikeri’s Turner Centre, helping the Far North town play host to more cultural, community and business events, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones says. The grant of up to $3 million will go towards the first stage of a $6. 3 million upgrade of the centre’s Plaza and Event Centre.
Three new members—Rāhera Turner, Thora Huebner, and Joanne Witko—have been appointed to the New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) Board, with existing member Kim Robinson extending his term by one year. The Board supports the promotion and maintenance of NZSL and will play a key role in delivering the new 10-year NZSL Strategy launched last year. Minister for Disability Issues Louise Upston emphasized the Government’s commitment to strengthening NZSL and acknowledged outgoing member Monica Leach for her service.