Articles tagged with Regional Development Minister
Port Otago's Container Terminal Rail Siding Milestone Boosts Efficiency and Regional Prosperity
1 week ago | 120 viewsThe completion of Port Otago’s container terminal rail siding is a significant milestone for the Southern Link Logistics Park partnership, according to Rail Minister Winston Peters and Regional Development Minister Shane Jones. The $13.5 million rail siding at Port Chalmers in Dunedin is crucial for the Southern Link Logistics Park inland port near Mosgiel, facilitating more efficient freight movement between the two sites. The project is expected to reduce truck trips, support regional economies, and improve productivity, with additional funding secured for further rail infrastructure development in the region.
Tags: Port Otago container terminal rail siding Southern Link Logistics Park Winston Peters Shane Jones inland port freight movement Dunedin Regional Development Minister.Breaking Ground: New Zealand's First Supercritical Geothermal Exploration at Rotokawa Reservoir
1 month ago | 223 viewsThe Rotokawa Geothermal Reservoir in New Zealand's Taupō Volcanic Zone has been chosen for the country's first supercritical geothermal exploration, with plans to develop multiple wells for enhanced power output. The site selection followed thorough geological studies and risk assessments, with a focus on involving the local community and cultural considerations. A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed between stakeholders to explore the potential of supercritical geothermal energy, with a multi-disciplinary team working on regulatory approvals, design, and drilling for the project's success.
Tags: Shane Jones Rotokawa Geothermal Reservoir New Zealand geothermal energy Tauhara North No. 2 Trust Earth Sciences New Zealand supercritical geothermal exploration Regional Development Minister Mercury NZ Ministry of Business.Regional Infrastructure Fund Boosts Horticulture Expansion in Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti
1 month ago | 319 viewsThe Regional Infrastructure Fund is providing $24.62 million to boost horticulture expansion in Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti through water storage, flood resilience, and Māori land projects, aiming to enhance regional economies, employment, and export growth while improving resilience to economic shocks and extreme weather events. Specific projects include establishing high-value horticulture on Māori land in Tairāwhiti, expanding water storage capacity in Hawke’s Bay, replenishing the Makauri aquifer in Tairāwhiti, and developing water storage infrastructure for pipfruit orchards. These investments aim to strengthen regional resilience and productivity, with a focus on supporting the regions' economic growth and success.
Tags: Shane Jones Regional Infrastructure Fund Hawke’s Bay Tairāwhiti water storage horticulture expansion whenua Māori projects Regional Development Minister Makauri Aquifer Recharge Limited Ngāti Pahauwera Commercial Development LimitedNew Zealand's Fast-track Approvals System Boosts Economic Growth with Streamlined Project Processes
2 months ago | 945 viewsThe Fast-track Approvals system, established six months ago, aims to streamline project approvals in New Zealand for economic growth. The system allows for expedited processing of project applications through expert panels, with over 50 projects applying so far. Additional projects can be referred into the process, with decisions expected on key projects by the end of the year.
Tags: New Zealand RMA Reform Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop Regional Development Minister Shane Jones Expert Panels Panel Convenor Project referrals Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) Artificial Intelligence Data Centre.