Articles tagged with Amplify
Proposed Special Licensing Reforms for Events Sector by Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee
1 month ago | 199 viewsAssociate Justice Minister Nicole McKee presented proposed changes to special licensing rules for the events sector at the New Zealand Events Association’s annual conference. The reforms aim to simplify regulations and provide greater certainty and consistency for event organizers, while prioritizing the reduction of alcohol-related harm. Key reforms include the introduction of a national risk-based framework for special license applications, a coordinated approach for multi-district events, raising the threshold for large-scale events, and granting flexibility for televised national events. These changes align with the government's creative sector strategy to streamline regulation and support the thriving of the events industry while maintaining strong safeguards for harm reduction.
Tags: Nicole McKee Minister special licensing events sector New Zealand Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 reforms regulations Amplify alcohol regulatory systemAmplify: New Zealand Government Strategy for Arts, Culture & Jobs Growth
1 month ago | 247 viewsThe Government has released the Amplify strategy to enhance Kiwis' involvement in the arts, boost the sector's economic impact, and generate more jobs. The strategy aims for New Zealand to be globally recognized for its arts and creativity, with specific goals set for economic growth, increased engagement with arts and culture, and more jobs in the sector by 2030. Amplify focuses on three strategic pillars: maximizing value from creative sectors, nurturing talent and career opportunities, and updating regulations to support cultural sector growth, with plans for ongoing updates based on industry feedback.
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