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Question 37228 (2026)

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Camilla Belich

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What systems, policies, or procedures, if any, are in place in the Minister's office to ensure that correspondence relating to ministerial responsibilities received at private email accounts is transferred to official systems and retained…

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Hon Nicole McKee

List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice

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The established practice in my office is that appropriate ministerial email accounts are used for ministerial business. If correspondence relating to ministerial responsibilities was to be received through a private email account, the…

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Question 37229 (2026)

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Camilla Belich

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What steps, if any, did the Minister take to verify the accuracy of her reply to written question 25138 (2026) before it was lodged, and did those steps include any search or review of her private email account?

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Hon Nicole McKee

List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice

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Before lodging the reply, I checked the unread email count displayed for my private email account and reported the figure shown at that time.

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Question 37230 (2026)

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Camilla Belich

List MP · Labour Party

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  • Has the Minister, since 27 November 2023, read any correspondence in a private email account from a company, lobbyist, or other third party relating to her ministerial responsibilities; if so, how many such items, and was each forwarded to…

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Hon Nicole McKee

List MP · ACT Party · Associate Minister of Justice

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I refer the Member to Reply 25138 (2026).

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Question 37231 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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  • Further to the reply to written question 35235 (2026), is he currently aware of any procurement decision by Ferry Holdings Ltd that did not comply with the Government Procurement Rules; if so, which decisions?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister for Rail

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Ferry Holdings has followed the Government Procurement Rules including taking decisions for exemptions where a fair basis has been established.

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Question 37232 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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  • Further to the reply to written question 35235 (2026), have any contracts been suspended, varied, re-tendered, or terminated, or any procurement processes paused, as a result of matters identified in or connected to the review; if so,…

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister for Rail

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No.

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Question 37233 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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  • Further to the reply to written question 35235 (2026), has any matter arising from or connected to the review been referred to the Office of the Auditor-General, the Serious Fraud Office, the New Zealand Police, or any other enforcement or…

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister for Rail

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No.

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Question 37234 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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  • Further to the reply to written question 35235 (2026), have any Ferry Holdings Ltd staff or contractors been stood down, suspended, reassigned, or had their delegations altered in connection with the review; if so, how many?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister for Rail

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No.

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Question 37235 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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  • Further to the reply to written question 35235 (2026), what are the terms of reference for the review, and will he release them; if not, why not?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister for Rail

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Yes, following completion of the review, consideration by the board, consideration Ministers of any update from the board, and consideration of the material in accordance with the provisions of the Official Information Act, the terms of…

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Question 37236 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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  • Further to the reply to written question 35235 (2026), who is conducting the review, and is that reviewer internal or external to Ferry Holdings Ltd?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister for Rail

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The reviewer is Esby & Co and is external to Ferry Holdings.

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Question 37237 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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  • Further to the reply to written question 35235 (2026), what briefings, aides-memoire, or other written advice has he or his office received regarding the review, listed by date and title?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister for Rail

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None regarding the review itself, and as noted in the reply to WPQ 35235 (2026), "we will be updated in due course."

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Question 37238 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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  • Further to the reply to written question 35235 (2026), on what date was he first informed of the review, and by whom?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister for Rail

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We do not have a record of the exact date; however, Ferry Holdings started the work in May 2026, and their Chair is in regular contact with my Office and mentioned it to my Private Secretary as is appropriate.

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Question 37239 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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  • Further to the reply to written question 35235 (2026), was the review commenced in response to any complaint, protected disclosure, audit finding, or concern raised internally or externally; if so, on what date was that matter first raised?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister for Rail

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No. The review was commenced by the board and chief executive in reference to best practice.

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Question 37240 (2026)

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Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

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  • Further to the reply to written question 35235 (2026), on what date did Ferry Holdings Ltd commence its review into its procurement practices, and who made the decision to commence it?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister for Rail

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11 May 2026, based on the decision of the chief executive and board.

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Question 37241 (2026)

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Ginny Andersen

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What is the number of constabulary staff at New Zealand Police (actual strength (not including vacancies) as of August 2026?

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Hon Mark Mitchell

Member for Whangaparāoa · National Party · Minister of Police

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I am advised that as of 3 August 2026, Police had 10,921 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) Constabulary employees, made up of 10,593 FTE Constables and 328 FTE Authorised Officers.

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Question 37242 (2026)

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Priyanca Radhakrishnan

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What assurance, if any, can the Minister provide that New Zealand has adequate wildlife‑focused resources — including field teams, diagnostic pathways, and rehabilitation capacity — to manage a significant H5 bird flu outbreak?

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Hon Tama Potaka

Member for Hamilton West · National Party · Minister of Conservation

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As part of the Government's One Health approach, led by the Ministry for Primary Industries, the Department of Conservation has comprehensive wildlife-focused preparedness arrangements in place to support the response to a significant H5…

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Question 37243 (2026)

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Priyanca Radhakrishnan

List MP · Labour Party

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  • If H5 bird flu arrives in New Zealand, how would the Department of Conservation determine which threatened species should receive vaccination, and what capacity exists to administer doses rapidly?

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Hon Tama Potaka

Member for Hamilton West · National Party · Minister of Conservation

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H5 bird flu has been detected in New Zealand. I am advised that the Department of Conservation prioritises threatened species for H5 bird flu vaccination based on disease risk, population size, and dependence on intensive management. The…

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Question 37244 (2026)

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Priyanca Radhakrishnan

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What measures, if any, is the Department of Conservation taking to protect threatened species that may be at risk from H5 bird flu?

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Hon Tama Potaka

Member for Hamilton West · National Party · Minister of Conservation

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The Department of Conservation has a range of measures in place to reduce the potential impact of H5 bird flu on threatened species, including species protection plans and a targeted vaccination programme for the most highly threatened…

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Question 37245 (2026)

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Priyanca Radhakrishnan

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What criteria, if any, does the Department of Conservation use to determine whether access restrictions or area closures are necessary during an H5 bird flu outbreak?

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Hon Tama Potaka

Member for Hamilton West · National Party · Minister of Conservation

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I am advised that any access restrictions would be based on outbreak conditions and risk assessments, including risks to human health, wildlife, and disease spread.

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Question 37246 (2026)

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Priyanca Radhakrishnan

List MP · Labour Party

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  • Under what circumstances, if any, does the Department of Conservation decide to leave bird carcasses in place versus remove them during an H5 bird flu outbreak, and what biosecurity procedures, if any, are followed when removal is required?

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Hon Tama Potaka

Member for Hamilton West · National Party · Minister of Conservation

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I am advised that carcass removal decisions would be made site by site, based on risks to human health, wildlife, and disease spread. Any removal would follow appropriate PPE, biosecurity and decontamination procedures.

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Question 37247 (2026)

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Priyanca Radhakrishnan

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What biosecurity protocols, if any, is the Department of Conservation implementing to reduce human‑assisted spread of H5 bird flu in conservation areas?

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Hon Tama Potaka

Member for Hamilton West · National Party · Minister of Conservation

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I am advised that the Department of Conservation has guidance in place to reduce human-assisted spread of H5 bird flu, including reporting, personal protective equipment, decontamination, biosecurity controls and access restrictions where…

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Question 37248 (2026)

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Priyanca Radhakrishnan

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What thresholds or criteria, if any, does the Department of Conservation use to notify the Ministry for Primary Industries of suspected H5 bird flu cases in wild birds?

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Hon Tama Potaka

Member for Hamilton West · National Party · Minister of Conservation

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I am advised that the Department of Conservation follows MPI guidance, including reporting three or more sick or dead birds or seals, and individual cases involving higher-risk species (e.g. migrating seabirds).

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Question 37249 (2026)

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Priyanca Radhakrishnan

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What surveillance systems, if any, is the Department of Conservation currently using to detect H5 bird flu in wild bird populations, and how frequently are high‑risk species monitored?

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Hon Tama Potaka

Member for Hamilton West · National Party · Minister of Conservation

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I am advised that the Department of Conservation supports surveillance by monitoring for sick birds and unusual mortality events. Many high-risk species are monitored daily to weekly, as guided by species preparedness plans.

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Question 37250 (2026)

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Priyanca Radhakrishnan

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What funding or support, if any, is available to wildlife hospitals and rehabilitation centers to increase their capacity for triage, treatment, and diagnostic work in the event that H5 bird flu becomes widespread in wild bird populations?

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Hon Andrew Hoggard

List MP · ACT Party · Minister for Biosecurity

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Native bird hospitals, vets, and wildlife agencies are being supported by One Health agencies through the provision of guidance and advice regarding the management of their facilities and birds in their care after the arrival of H5 bird…

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Question 37251 (2026)

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Francisco Hernandez

List MP · Green Party

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  • What advice, if any, has the Minister received regarding any changes to interest on student loans, since 27 November 2023 - listed by title, date and topics covered?

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Hon Nicola Willis

List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance

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I have received a significant volume of advice over the period the Member has inquired about, and my office does not hold this in the manner the Member has requested. As titles of advice I receive are already proactively released and can…

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Question 37252 (2026)

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Francisco Hernandez

List MP · Green Party

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  • What advice, if any, has the Minister requested regarding any changes to interest on student loans, since 27 November 2023 - listed by title, date and topics covered?

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Hon Nicola Willis

List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance

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I have requested a significant volume of advice over the period the Member has inquired about, and my office does not hold this in the manner the Member has requested. As titles of advice I receive are already proactively released and can…

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37254, 37256 (2026)

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Francisco Hernandez

List MP · Green Party

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  • 37254

    How many students, if any, have had an accommodation supplement cut as a result of any mandatory reviews that have occurred since the commencement of the Social Security (Mandatory Reviews) Amendment Act 2025, or any consequent legislation?

  • 37256

    How many people, if any, have had student allowances cut as a result of any mandatory review under the Social Security (Mandatory Reviews) Amendment Act 2025, or any consequent legislation?

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Hon Louise Upston

Member for Taupō · National Party · Minister for Social Development and Employment

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I am advised that Student Allowances are not subject to mandatory reviews Students who are eligible for or receive Student Allowance or would qualify but have income over the cut-out point (including parental income if aged under 24), do…

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Question 37255 (2026)

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Francisco Hernandez

List MP · Green Party

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  • How many people, if any, have had an accommodation supplement cut as a result of any mandatory reviews that have occurred since the commencement of the Social Security (Mandatory Reviews) Amendment Act 2025, or any consequent legislation?

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Hon Louise Upston

Member for Taupō · National Party · Minister for Social Development and Employment

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As part of Budget 2025, the Social Security (Mandatory Reviews) Amendment Act 2026 introduced annual mandatory reviews for a range of benefits and supplementary assistance payments. Under the Act, if a client does not meet their review…

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Question 37257 (2026)

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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • When will the "exposure draft of the regulations" for toy standards in New Zealand be released for public consultation; and how, if at all, can kiwi parents have their say?

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Cameron Brewer

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

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I intend to release an exposure draft of the regulations for public consultation before the regulations are finalised. Details of the consultation process, including how members of the public can make submissions, will be published at the…

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Question 37258 (2026)

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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • When MBIE states that "the European and American standards provide a comparable level of safety to the Australia/New Zealand joint standard" for children's toys sold in New Zealand, how is "comparable level" being assessed?

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Cameron Brewer

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

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"Comparable level of safety" refers to an assessment of the requirements relating to choking and airway hazards addressed by the regulations. The technical requirements and testing methods across the European, American, and…

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Question 37259 (2026)

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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • When MBIE states that "the European and American standards provide a comparable level of safety to the Australia/New Zealand joint standard" for children's toys sold in New Zealand; what exactly is meant by "a comparable level"?

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Cameron Brewer

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

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It means the standards achieve substantially the same safety outcome in relation to the choking and airway hazards addressed by the standards. This is because the technical requirements and testing methods are largely the same.

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Question 37260 (2026)

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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • What are the "three internationally recognised safety standards" that will apply "when a parent buys a toy for their child" in New Zealand, and where can New Zealand parents see the definition of each standard?

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Cameron Brewer

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

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Subject to consultation and the final regulations, suppliers would be able to comply with: • AS/NZS ISO 8124.1:2023; • EN 71-1:2014+A1:2018; or • ASTM F963-17. The regulations would also recognise ISO 8124-1:2022, which is the same as…

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Question 37261 (2026)

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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • What exactly is the definition of the "toy standards of the United States", and what methodology, if any, is being used to compare that to the current New Zealand standard?

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Cameron Brewer

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

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The relevant United States standard is ASTM F963-17. In developing the proposed changes, consideration was given to Australia's assessment that the relevant provisions of the American standard provide a comparable level of safety to AS/NZS…

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Question 37262 (2026)

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Ayesha Verrall

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What discussion, if any, has the minister or her office had with the Ministry of Health regarding its advice about vaping myths and health impacts?

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Hon Casey Costello

List MP · NZ First Party · Associate Minister of Health

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Members of my office and I regularly engage with Health officials to discuss a variety of issues concerning my Health delegations, including vaping and smoking.

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Question 37263 (2026)

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Ayesha Verrall

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What discussion, if any, has the minister or her office had with Te Whatu Ora Health NZ regarding its advice about vaping myths and health impacts?

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Hon Casey Costello

List MP · NZ First Party · Associate Minister of Health

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I regularly engage with health officials on a range of issues relating to my delegations, including vaping and smoking.

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Question 37264 (2026)

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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • Does he agree with Consumer New Zealand that "we need our government to introduce a product safety system in Aotearoa that reflects the risks we currently face in our marketplaces"; if so, what is he doing to address consumer safety in…

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Cameron Brewer

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

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New Zealand's product safety framework must continue to adapt to changing consumer markets. The Government is progressing a range of product safety initiatives and reforms. Products supplied through online marketplaces are required to…

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Question 37265 (2026)

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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • Does he agree with Consumer New Zealand that for many products sold online, there has been no independent testing before they reach New Zealand homes; if so, does the Government's changes to toy standards include online sales?

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Cameron Brewer

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

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The proposed toy safety regulations apply to toys supplied in New Zealand regardless of the sales channel through which they are sold. This includes toys sold online where New Zealand consumer and product safety laws apply.

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Question 37266 (2026)

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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • What, if anything, is he doing to address the availability of potentially dangerous toys in 2026 through online marketplaces such as AliExpress?

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Cameron Brewer

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

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The Government is modernising toy safety regulations to ensure that toys supplied in New Zealand meet recognised international safety requirements. Suppliers must comply with New Zealand consumer and product safety laws regardless of…

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Question 37267 (2026)

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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • Does he agree with the Hamilton mum, quoted in the Waikato Times on 20 July 2026, that, regarding changes to toy safety standards, the Gov­ern­ment appeared to be pri­or­it­ising rel­at­ively mod­est sav­ings for busi­nesses over par­ents’…

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Cameron Brewer

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

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Proposed changes are intended to maintain toy safety while reducing unnecessary regulatory differences between New Zealand and Australia. The proposed standards provide a comparable level of safety to the current requirements.

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Question 37268 (2026)

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Dan Rosewarne

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What correspondence, briefings, reports, or advice, if any, has the Minister received since 7 April 2026 regarding the impact of insurer repair-provider arrangements on small independent automotive glass repair businesses?

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Cameron Brewer

Member for Upper Harbour · National Party · Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing

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I regularly request and receive advice on a range of topics. In the interests of transparency, MBIE regularly publishes lists of briefings and reports provided to my office on its website, including for the Small Business and Manufacturing…

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Question 37269 (2026)

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Dan Rosewarne

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What options, if any, is the Minister considering to support fair competition for small businesses competing against insurer-preferred repair providers?

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Cameron Brewer

Member for Upper Harbour · National Party · Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing

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Competitive markets, informed consumer choice, and fair conduct are important. I continue to engage with officials and stakeholders on issues affecting businesses, consumers, and market performance across my portfolios.

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Question 37270 (2026)

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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • Does he share the concern of the Hamilton mum who campaigned against asbestos in toys, quoted in the Waikato Times on 20 July 2026, that proposed Government changes to toy safety regulations will put Kiwi kids at further risk from…

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Cameron Brewer

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

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The proposed changes are intended to maintain toy safety while reducing unnecessary regulatory differences between New Zealand and Australia. The proposed standards provide a comparable level of safety to the current requirements.

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Question 37271 (2026)

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Dan Rosewarne

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What assessment, if any, has the Minister made of the ability of independent windscreen repair businesses to compete fairly where customers are directed towards preferred suppliers and independent repairers report pressure to reduce prices…

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Cameron Brewer

Member for Upper Harbour · National Party · Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing

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New Zealand's regulatory framework contains a number of protections that are relevant, including the Commerce Act 1986, which promotes competition, the Fair Trading Act 1986, which prohibits misleading and deceptive conduct, and the…

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Question 37272 (2026)

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Dan Rosewarne

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What assessment, if any, has the Minister made of the impact on small businesses of referral arrangements between insurers and preferred repair provider networks, including the level of transparency provided to customers regarding such…

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Cameron Brewer

Member for Upper Harbour · National Party · Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing

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New Zealand's regulatory framework contains a number of protections that are relevant, including the Commerce Act 1986, which promotes competition, the Fair Trading Act 1986, which prohibits misleading and deceptive conduct, and the…

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Question 37273 (2026)

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Dan Rosewarne

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What reports, if any, has the Minister received that independent windscreen repair businesses are being required by insurers or their agents to reduce and resubmit invoices before payment is approved, and what assessment, if any, has he…

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Cameron Brewer

Member for Upper Harbour · National Party · Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing

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None.

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Question 37274 (2026)

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Dan Rosewarne

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What reports, if any, has the Minister received regarding customers seeking windscreen repairs being directed by insurers towards larger repair providers rather than small independent local businesses, and what actions, if any, has he…

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Cameron Brewer

Member for Upper Harbour · National Party · Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing

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I regularly request and receive advice on a range of topics. In the interests of transparency, MBIE regularly publishes lists of briefings and reports provided to my office on its website, including for the Small Business and Manufacturing…

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Question 37275 (2026)

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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • What discussions, if any, has he had with retailers of recalled children’s sand products since the AUT findings on 2 July that asbestos fibres could become airborne during simulated play?

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Cameron Brewer

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

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The investigation is being carried out by MBIE officials, and they meet regularly with interested parties as part of the investigation.

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Question 37276 (2026)

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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • Does the Government plan to do any investigation into whether Kmart’s handling of the recall of asbestos contaminated sand products, including the information provided to consumers about the health risk, complied with the Consumer…

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Cameron Brewer

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

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Compliance and enforcement matters are primarily the responsibility of the relevant regulatory agencies, such as the Commerce Commission.

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Question 37277 (2026)

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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • Does he stand by his statement of 2 July that he is taking the matter of AUT findings of airborne asbestos in children's sand products "seriously"; if so, what actions, if any, has he taken in the last 7 weeks?

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Cameron Brewer

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

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Yes. I have sought and received advice from officials on potential actions that may be taken in response to asbestos-contaminated sand products. I have been actively considering that advice and expect to make an announcement on my response…

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Question 37278 (2026)

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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • What advice, if any, has he received from officials since the AUT findings were released on 2 July about airborne asbestos in children's sand products, and what action, if any, has he taken in response to that advice?

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Cameron Brewer

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

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I have sought and received advice from officials on potential actions that may be taken in response to asbestos-contaminated sand products. I have been actively considering that advice and expect to make an announcement on my response…

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Question 37279 (2026)

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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • Is the Minister concerned that Kmart is reported to have sold 67,000 contaminated asbestos sand products in New Zealand?

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Cameron Brewer

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

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I am concerned that asbestos-contaminated sand products have been sold to New Zealand consumers. I have sought and received advice from officials on potential responses and have been actively considering that advice and expect to make an…