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Does the Government intend to adopt Australian corded blind safety standards in New Zealand in future Australian-New Zealand standards rounds; if not, what is the issue, if any, preventing this from happening?

Answered Question 12928 (2026)
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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • Does the Government intend to adopt Australian corded blind safety standards in New Zealand in future Australian-New Zealand standards rounds; if not, what is the issue, if any, preventing this from happening?

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Cameron Brewer

Member for Upper Harbour · National Party · Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs

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I am currently considering the advice from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment on the response to the safety of corded window coverings.