Articles tagged with Katie Nimon
Government Backs Hawke’s Bay Growers in Feasibility Study for McCain Site Purchase
1 month ago | 356 viewsThe Government is supporting Hawke’s Bay growers in exploring a farmer-led purchase of McCain Foods’ vegetable processing site in Hastings by committing $50,000 for a feasibility study. Agriculture Minister Todd McClay has engaged with local stakeholders and directed officials from the Ministry for Primary Industries to gather information and provide ongoing support. The Government aims to assist the more than 100 affected growers and their communities during this challenging time.
Tags: Todd McClay Katie Nimon Catherine Wedd Mike Butterick Hawke’s Bay McCain Foods Ministry for Primary Industries Agriculture Minister Hastings Government supportGovernment Advances SH2 Waikare Gorge Realignment with New Bridge Design
1 month ago | 394 viewsThe Government has awarded a contract to HEB Construction to begin the detailed design phase of the SH2 Waikare Gorge realignment project, which will shift the highway away from the vulnerable gorge section and include a new 260-meter single-span truss bridge. Early works and geotechnical investigations are underway, with main construction expected to start after design, consenting, and property acquisition are completed, and the project is anticipated to take up to four years and cost between $350 and $425 million. This realignment aims to improve resilience following damage from Cyclone Gabrielle, maintaining traffic flow with minimal disruption by constructing the new route away from the existing highway.
Tags: State Highway 2 Waikare Gorge Chris Bishop Katie Nimon NZTA HEB Construction Hawke’s Bay Wairoa Cyclone Gabrielle Acrow bridgeWairoa Youth Receive $200K Funding to Boost Education and Employment Pathways
1 month ago | 291 viewsMore than 80 Wairoa youth will benefit from a $200,000 joint government and community-funded initiative led by the Wairoa Young Achievers Trust to support re-engagement with education and pathways to employment. The ‘Pathways 2 Potential’ programme offers tailored workshops on skills like financial literacy, employability, and social media awareness, alongside mentoring and community volunteering opportunities. This investment aims to improve school attendance, academic performance, and successful transitions between education levels, aligning with government priorities for youth development and education.
Tags: James Meager Katie Nimon Wairoa Young Achievers Trust Youth Minister New Zealand Police Eastern and Central Community Trust First Light Community Foundation Ministry of Youth Development Youth Development Partnership Youth Minister James MeagerFunding Approved for SH50 Ngaruroro River Bridge Strengthening in Hawke’s Bay
6 months ago | 955 viewsFunding has been approved for strengthening the SH50 Ngaruroro River Bridge in Hawke’s Bay, addressing current speed and weight restrictions that have impacted freight operators since October 2022. The project, costing between $10–$20 million, is set to begin construction in 2026 and will upgrade the bridge to support High Productivity Motor Vehicles and 50MAX configurations, enhancing transport efficiency and regional economic growth. Temporary restrictions will remain until completion, with ongoing stakeholder engagement and community support emphasized by government officials.
Tags: Chris Bishop Katie Nimon Catherine Wedd NZ Transport Agency SH50 Ngaruroro River Bridge Hawke’s Bay NZTA Transport Minister Napier MP freight sectorNZTA Approves $600M Investment for Hawke’s Bay Expressway Upgrade
10 months ago | 1205 viewsTransport Minister Chris Bishop has welcomed the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) Board’s endorsement of the investment case for the Hawke’s Bay Expressway, with construction starting in November on this crucial Road of National Significance (RoNS). The Board has approved over $600m to four-lane the most congested part of the Expressway, including a new grade separated interchange. The investment case shows significant improvements in travel times, safety, and resilience, with construction expected to start in November 2025 and be completed by early 2028.
Tags: Chris Bishop NZ Transport Agency Hawke’s Bay Expressway RoNS Links Road Pākōwhai Road Taradale Road Napier Hastings Katie Nimon