Articles tagged with Governance
Trans-Tasman Space Projects Secure $5.3M Funding for Maritime, Agricultural, and Communication Innovations
3 weeks ago | 183 viewsThree innovative trans-Tasman space projects have received up to $5.3 million in government funding to enhance maritime awareness, improve agricultural planning, and secure satellite communications. The projects aim to boost economies, strengthen international competitiveness, and accelerate aerospace innovation in both New Zealand and Australia. Led by various institutions from both countries, the projects focus on monitoring the Southern Indo-Pacific, satellite sensing in agricultural practices, and establishing an optical communications network for high-speed satellite data transfer.
Tags: Space Minister Judith Collins Science Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti Takehē Mission Satellite Sensing Governance Restore Lab Ltd SmartSat CRC University of Canterbury University of NewcastleNew Board Members Appointed to Strengthen Civil Aviation Authority Leadership
3 weeks ago | 163 viewsAssociate Transport Minister James Meager has appointed Mike Schubert and Peter O’Regan for three-year terms starting in October 2025, along with Mel Templeton whose term begins in May 2026. The new board members bring extensive experience in aviation and governance to strengthen the Civil Aviation Authority's focus on efficiency, performance, and innovation. The Government aims to support sector growth through strong governance, with the refreshed board expected to enhance safety, deliver better outcomes, and provide leadership for the aviation industry.
Tags: James Meager Mike Schubert Peter O’Regan Mel Templeton Jill Hatchwell Charles Spillane CAA Aviation Governance EfficiencyMajor Transport Reforms in Auckland to Enhance Accountability and Governance
1 month ago | 247 viewsSignificant transport reforms in Auckland since 2010 aim to enhance democratic accountability and empower Aucklanders to influence transport policies, as stated by Transport Minister Chris Bishop, Auckland Minister Simeon Brown, and Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown. The reforms involve shifting most transport functions from Auckland Transport to Auckland Council, establishing the Auckland Regional Transport Committee to create a 30-year transport plan, and granting local boards new powers for local road decisions. The changes, set to be in place by September 2026, prioritize public input, efficient governance, and improved transport outcomes for Auckland.
Tags: transport reforms Auckland democratic accountability elected representatives governance Auckland Transport Auckland Council Minister Chris Bishop Minister Simeon Brown Mayor Wayne BrownTransforming New Zealand's Universities for Future Success: Government Initiatives to Enhance Education & Innovation
1 month ago | 256 viewsThe New Zealand Government is implementing initiatives to modernize universities, aligning teaching and research with the country's future skills and innovation needs. The reforms aim to strengthen collaboration between universities, government, industry, and global experts, while simplifying funding mechanisms and enhancing quality assurance systems. Led by Universities Minister Dr. Shane Reti, these changes are designed to ensure universities remain competitive globally, support economic growth, and deliver benefits for New Zealand.
Tags: Government New Zealand Universities Shane Reti Tertiary Education Strategy University Strategy Group Tertiary Research Excellence Fund Quality Assurance Governance AccountabilityNew board members appointed to the Health Quality & Safety Commission
4 months ago | 1379 viewsHealth Minister Simeon Brown has today announced three new board appointments to the Health Quality & Safety Commission. The Health Quality & Safety Commission (HQSC) is a Crown entity responsible for improving quality and safety across the health and disability systems within New Zealand. “I am very pleased to welcome Dr Peter Watson, Taima Campbell, and Clare Perry to the HQSC board,” Mr Brown says.
Tags: Andrew connolly Aotearoa clinical trials trust Brownsc Campbell Cancer research trust new zealand Clare perry Clinical governance committee for Forte health ltd Hauraki health consulting ltd Health new zealand Health practitioners disciplinary tribunal Health quality & safety commission Jennifer parr Ministry of health New zealand Peter watson Simeon brown Taima campbell