Articles tagged with Nicola Grig
New $5.3M Porirua Facility Boosts Construction Waste Reduction and Sustainability
1 day ago | 75 viewsA new $5.3 million construction and demolition waste processing facility has opened in Porirua, supported by government and local councils to reduce landfill waste and promote sustainability. Environment Minister Nicola Grigg highlighted the project as a collaborative effort that will divert waste, lower emissions, and strengthen the local economy. The initiative exemplifies the government’s commitment to investing in infrastructure that improves waste management and supports environmental and economic goals.
Tags: Nicola Grigg Porirua Wellington Waste Minimisation Fund Ministry for the Environment Porirua City Council Hutt City Council Kāpiti Coast District Council Waste Co construction and demolition wasteNZ Government Amends Hazardous Substances Act to Boost Agri-Product Access
1 week ago | 111 viewsThe Government is amending the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act to accelerate access to new agricultural and horticultural products, enabling New Zealand farmers to more easily obtain overseas-available pest control and crop protection solutions. The changes, based on a 2024 Ministry for Regulation review, aim to streamline approval processes by reducing complexity, costs, and duplication through greater reliance on overseas regulatory assessments while maintaining local protections. These amendments will enhance regulatory efficiency, support the primary sector's global competitiveness, and uphold environmental and public safety standards.
Tags: Nicola Grigg Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act Ministry for Regulation Environmental Protection Authority New Zealand farmers agrichemical companies crop protection regulatory pathways invasive species primary sectorNew Zealand Launches Little Matters Initiative to Prevent Child Sexual Harm
2 weeks ago | 264 viewsThe New Zealand Government has launched the Little Matters initiative, a set of 10 everyday actions for parents and caregivers to help prevent sexual harm and build safer environments for children. This evidence-based program aims to shift responsibility from children to adults, integrating its messaging into prevention services and community programs, with effectiveness tracked through independent research. ACC reports over 14,000 new sensitive claims annually, highlighting the urgent need for multi-faceted prevention efforts like Little Matters to foster healthier, safer future relationships.
Tags: Nicola Grigg Little Matters ACC New Zealand sexual harm prevention parents caregivers whānau Hikitia! child safetyNew EPA Board Appointments Announced by Minister Nicola Grigg
2 weeks ago | 182 viewsMinister for the Environment Nicola Grigg has appointed Lisa Tumahai and Professor Nicola Shadbolt to the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) board for three-year terms, bringing extensive governance, climate, and regulatory expertise. Lisa Tumahai, Deputy Chair of the Climate Change Commission, and Professor Shadbolt, a former Climate Change Commissioner with over 30 years of governance experience, will strengthen the board's capabilities. Additionally, Mary Anne Macleod has been reappointed for one year and will serve as Deputy Chair from July 2026, succeeding outgoing Deputy Chair Paul Connell.
Tags: Nicola Grigg Lisa Tumahai Nicola Shadbolt Mary Anne Macleod Paul Connell Environmental Protection Authority Climate Change Commission Treaty of Waitangi governance EPA boardPrime Minister Luxon Announces New Cabinet Lineup to Strengthen NZ’s Future
1 month ago | 343 viewsPrime Minister Christopher Luxon announced a refreshed ministerial lineup to address economic challenges and enhance New Zealand's future, including key appointments such as Chris Penk to Defence and Penny Simmonds to Tertiary Education and Science. The reshuffle elevates the Energy portfolio due to recent security concerns and assigns new responsibilities to ministers like Chris Bishop as Attorney-General and Simon Watts as Minister for Auckland. Luxon also acknowledged the long service of Judith Collins and Shane Reti, who are leaving Parliament, and expressed gratitude for their contributions.
Tags: Christopher Luxon Chris Penk Penny Simmonds Simeon Brown Chris Bishop Paul Goldsmith Louise Upston Simon Watts Nicola Grigg Shane RetiNew BoardConnector Database Boosts Women’s Leadership Roles in NZ
2 months ago | 590 viewsA new database called BoardConnector has been launched to support women's progress into leadership and governance roles in New Zealand, providing access to training and a pool of governance-ready leaders. Minister Nicola Grigg emphasizes that increasing female representation on boards strengthens decision-making and economic growth, while addressing gender pay and retirement savings gaps. Despite progress, women hold only 31 percent of private-sector director positions, highlighting the need for tools that drive meaningful change and economic empowerment for women.
Tags: Nicola Grigg International Women’s Day women’s leadership BoardConnector governance female directors economic empowerment gender pay gap New Zealand women in businessGovernment Partners with NZ Young Farmers to Promote Safety and Leadership in Agriculture
3 months ago | 587 viewsThe New Zealand Government, through ACC, is partnering with NZ Young Farmers to sponsor the 2024 FMG Young Farmer of the Year competition, aiming to support and develop future leaders in the food and fibre sector. This collaboration emphasizes injury prevention, safety, and recovery in farming, addressing the high risk of agricultural injuries and the significant costs associated with them. By integrating ACC’s expertise, the competition promotes safe, sustainable farming careers while highlighting the skills, resilience, and leadership required in New Zealand’s vital agricultural industry.
Tags: New Zealand Nicola Grigg ACC NZ Young Farmers FMG Young Farmer of the Year agriculture farming safety injury prevention youth competition government investmentNew Zealand and Australia Boost PACER Plus with $10M Support for Pacific Trade Growth
5 months ago | 560 viewsNew Zealand and Australia have committed $10 million over five years to support PACER Plus, aiming to enhance export capabilities, diversify trade, attract investment, and boost labor mobility in Pacific countries. This new investment, announced five years after the agreement took effect, underscores ongoing commitment to regional trade growth, economic integration, and prosperity. The PACER Plus Development and Economic Cooperation Work Programme facilitates implementation, harmonizes trade infrastructure, and maximizes business opportunities across member nations.
Tags: Nicola Grigg Scott Simpson New Zealand Australia PACER Plus Pacific Islands Solomon Islands Minister of State for Trade and Investment Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Pacific regionJoin the Movement: End Violence Against Women This White Ribbon Day
5 months ago | 523 viewsToday is White Ribbon Day, a national event encouraging people to oppose violence against women and celebrate men who promote healthy relationships. The day marks the start of the ‘16 Days of Activism’ campaign, which raises awareness about gender-based violence and calls for an end to discriminatory attitudes. Government officials and high-profile women are collaborating with organizations like UN Women Aotearoa to share messages and resources aimed at creating safer communities and supporting victims.
Tags: Karen Chhour Nicola Grigg Cindy Kiro Alison Mau White Ribbon Day 16 Days of Activism UN Women Aotearoa Prevention of Family and Sexual Violence family violenceGovernment Invests $2.7M in Farmstrong to Boost Rural Wellbeing and Safety
5 months ago | 569 viewsThe Government has renewed a $2.7 million investment in the Farmstrong rural wellbeing programme, part of a five-year $6.8 million agreement between ACC and Farmstrong aimed at reducing injuries in agriculture and horticulture. Since its 2016 launch, Farmstrong has delivered significant returns, saving over 9,800 injury claims and $52 million in costs by addressing the link between wellbeing and injury risk. The programme, supported by ACC, FMG, and the Mental Health Foundation, provides practical resources to support farmers' mental health and safety, reinforcing the sector's importance to New Zealand's economy.
Tags: Farmstrong Nicola Grigg ACC agriculture injuries rural wellbeing FMG Mental Health Foundation New Zealand government horticulture injury preventionNew Members Appointed to National Advisory Council on Employment of Women
6 months ago | 469 viewsFive members have been appointed to the National Advisory Council on the Employment of Women (NACEW) for a three-year term, with three current members reappointed and two new members joining. NACEW advises the Minister for Women on employment issues, economic empowerment, and initiatives like the Gender Pay Gap Toolkit. Minister Nicola Grigg expressed gratitude to outgoing members for their service and emphasized the council’s role in enhancing employment opportunities for women in New Zealand.
Tags: Nicola Grigg Traci Houpapa Lyn McMorran Michelle Huang Theresa Gattung Minnie Baragwanath Bernadette Pereira Theresa RongonuiNew Zealand Expands Gender Pay Gap Toolkit to Include Ethnicity and Disability Gaps
6 months ago | 600 viewsNew Zealand’s expanded Gender Pay Gap Toolkit now includes tools for calculating gender-ethnicity and gender-disability pay gaps, along with resources tailored for small to medium-sized businesses and young women. Despite the overall gender pay gap falling to 5.2 percent, significant disparities persist for Asian, Māori, Pacific, and disabled women, highlighting ongoing challenges. Developed in partnership with businesses and community groups, the toolkit provides practical guidance to help organizations measure, analyze, and address overlapping pay gaps to create fairer workplaces.
Tags: Nicola Grigg Karanina Sumeo YWCA Auckland New Zealand Gender Pay Gap Ethnicity Pay Gap Disability Pay Gap SMEs Women Wāhine MāoriNew Breast Screening Site Opens in Waikanae for Women on Kāpiti Coast
7 months ago | 749 viewsA new fixed breast screening site has opened in Waikanae on the Kāpiti Coast, providing women with easier access to mammograms closer to home. The purpose-built facility offers a more comfortable and spacious environment than the previous mobile unit, with upgraded equipment and IT systems. Health Minister Simeon Brown and Women’s Minister Nicola Grigg emphasize the importance of early detection through screening, especially during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, highlighting the effectiveness of mammograms in improving survival rates for women with breast cancer.
Tags: Simeon Brown Nicola Grigg Breast screening Kāpiti Coast Women Health Minister Women’s Minister Mammograms Breast cancer Screening.New Zealand Expands Free Breast Screening to Women Aged 70-74: Improving Early Detection and Saving Lives
7 months ago | 640 viewsThe nationwide breast screening age extension is progressing, with women aged 70 and 74 now eligible for free screening, marking the first step in a four-year rollout to include women aged 71 to 73 in subsequent years. The initiative aims to provide around 130,000 more women with screening every two years, allowing for early detection of breast cancer and improved survival rates. The extension, part of the Government's 100-Day Plan, is supported by increased staffing, upgraded equipment, and a new digital platform to enhance accessibility and efficiency in breast screening services.
Tags: Simeon Brown Nicola Grigg Health Minister Women’s Minister Breast cancer New Zealand Mammograms Health New Zealand Screening Early detection132nd Suffrage Day: Celebrating Progress for Women in New Zealand
8 months ago | 759 viewsMinister for Women Nicola Grigg commemorates the 132nd anniversary of Suffrage Day, celebrating New Zealand's progress for women's rights. The government has made strides in reducing the gender pay gap, promoting women's representation in leadership roles, and improving health outcomes for women and girls. Grigg emphasizes the importance of continuing efforts towards achieving true equality and expresses gratitude to all women and girls for their contributions to New Zealand's advancement.
Tags: Suffrage Day New Zealand Minister for Women Nicola Grigg gender pay gap women's representation public sector boards Free to Lead toolkit health outcomes Christchurch