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Since receiving the letter titled "2026 02 20 Minister for the South Island - Mayoral Joint Priorities" on 2 March 2026 and directing his "office to review the information and gather relevant context and input from the appropriate portfolios, to inform my advocacy role", what of the priority projects and policy areas mentioned in the letter will the Minister be advocating for?

Answered Question 33976 (2026)
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Mike Davidson

List MP · Green Party

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  • Since receiving the letter titled "2026 02 20 Minister for the South Island - Mayoral Joint Priorities" on 2 March 2026 and directing his "office to review the information and gather relevant context and input from the appropriate portfolios, to inform my advocacy role", what of the priority projects and policy areas mentioned in the letter will the Minister be advocating for?

Answered by

Hon James Meager

Member for Rangitata · National Party · Minister for the South Island

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I advocate for projects that demonstrate clear community benefits, are well developed, and align with the Government's priorities for economic growth, infrastructure, resilience and regional development.