Search written questions to Ministers and the replies they have received.
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Asked by
Rachel Boyack
Member for Nelson · Labour Party
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What advice, if any, has the Minister received about the National Library Music Hire Service; by title and date?
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Asked by
Duncan Webb
Member for Christchurch Central · Labour Party
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When will the Department of Internal Affairs complete its investigation of potential non-compliance in connection with papers from Fonterra being passed only in hardcopy to a staff member in the Prime Minister’s Office; when, if at all,…
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Asked by
Rachel Boyack
Member for Nelson · Labour Party
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In what way, exactly , will the National Library Music Hire Service continue to operate if proposed changes to the service go ahead?
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Asked by
Rachel Boyack
Member for Nelson · Labour Party
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Who, specifically, will look after the sheet music collection available via the National Library Music Hire Service if the librarian who currently does so has their role disestablished?
Parliament dissolved: no reply received
Asked by
Rachel Boyack
Member for Nelson · Labour Party
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What advice, if any, has she received from the Public Service Commissioner on the impact of the proposed change in delivery of the National Library Music Hire Service on the ability of the Chief Executive of Department of Internal Affairs…
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Asked by
Rachel Boyack
Member for Nelson · Labour Party
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Did the Minister specifically request any advice about the National Library Music Hire Service; if so, when?
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Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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Does the Minister think that Fire and Emergency New Zealand should make the public aware when fire stations are closed for a period of time due to a lack of staffing or other issues, as well as when they are closed for a one-hour strike?
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Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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How has the number of properties levied by Fire and Emergency New Zealand changed over the last 4 years, if at all, and how has the number of firefighters and appliances changed over that time?
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Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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What funding has Fire and Emergency New Zealand had from their levies over the last 4 years and what additional money, if any, has Government funded them over that time?
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Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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Does the Minister's monitoring of the savings she expects to be made, by Fire and Emergency New Zealand, if any, show about where those savings have come from?
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Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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Are there any national procedures to be followed by Fire and Emergency New Zealand when a Type 4 appliance is out of action, and if so, what are they?
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Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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What other matters was the Minister monitoring, if any, in Fire and New Zealand and did she have any confidence that those matters were being delivered appropriately?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
I have also monitored levy settings, financial sustainability, the business case for a new HRIS and payroll system, implementation of the recommendations from the 2022 report on conduct and complaints handling, fleet procurement, and…
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Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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What matters are covered by fire and Emergency's standard reporting, if any, and does the Minister have confidence that the standard reporting enables Fire and Emergency New Zealand to be governed effectively by the Board and for the…
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
Fire and Emergency’s standard reporting covers its Statement of Performance Expectations, performance measures, response statistics, financial performance, incident trends, regional activity and risk. Fire and Emergency also provides…
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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What savings does the Minister expect to be made by Fire and Emergency New Zealand, and how many of these savings have been made and reported to the Minister?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
In July 2024, I asked Fire and Emergency to save $60 million by the end of the first levy period (2026/27 to 2028/29). The Board identified a further $90 million in savings over the same period, bringing the total savings programme to $150…
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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What advice has the Minister had, if any, on the fire that occurred on the Thorndon Ladder Truck on 19 September, how long it might be out of service and any increased risk to life and/ property in Wellington because of it?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
I was provided advice on the Thorndon Ladder Truck on: 19 September 2026 21 September 2026 24 September 2026
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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What advice has the Minister had, if any, on a review of fleet management, to be undertaken by Australian consultants, Tiger Spider, and is she confident in the terms of reference, given that the New Zealand Fire Fighters' Union is saying…
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
Fire and Emergency officials have advised me that Tiger Spider was engaged to provide independent assurance and advice to the Chief Executive and Board on end-to-end fleet management. The review covers fleet issues, key risks, priority…
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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Are there any national procedures to be followed by Fire and Emergency New Zealand which detail requirements for call signs of type 3 appliances, and if so, what are they?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
Fire and Emergency officials have advised me that the January 2025 Callsign Manager User Guide sets out the national procedure for appliance call signs. The guide specifies that call signs are based on the station identifier, cost centre…
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
Matching question numbers: 41384 (2026)
Does the Minister have confidence in the Deputy Chief Executive People of Fire and Emergency New Zealand?
Does the Minister have confidence in the Deputy Chief Executive Corporate Services of Fire and Emergency New Zealand?
Does the Minister have confidence in the Acting Deputy Chief Executive Asset and Programme Delivery of Fire and Emergency New Zealand?
Does the Minister have confidence in the Deputy Chief Executive Prevention of Fire and Emergency New Zealand?
Does the Minister have confidence in the Deputy Chief Executive Operational Response of Fire and Emergency New Zealand?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
My lack of confidence relates to the Chief Executive of FENZ. I do however have concerns relating to the capability of other senior leaders within FENZ and have raised this with the Board Chair.
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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Was the Department of Internal Affairs consulted prior to the referral to the Serious Fraud Office of the matter that has seen the Minister lose confidence in the Chief Executive of Fire and Emergency New Zealand?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
No, the Department of Internal Affairs was not consulted prior to the referral to the Serious Fraud Office.
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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Were any concerns about the administration of the Fire and Emergency New Zealand levy scheme raised the Fire and Emergency New Zealand’s executive or board prior to September last year?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
No.
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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Did Fire and Emergency New Zealand seek external legal advice before referring the matter that has seen her lose confidence in the Chief Executive to the Serious Fraud Office?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
I have been advised by my officials that Fire and Emergency New Zealand did seek legal advice.
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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Did the Board of Fire and Emergency New Zealand formally approve the referral of the matter that has seen her lose confidence in the Chief Executive to the Serious Fraud Office before it was made?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
I have been advised by my officials that the Board formally approved the referral.
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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Who within Fire and Emergency New Zealand made the decision to refer the matter that relates to an incident with Fire and Emergency’s administration of the levy scheme to the Serious Fraud Office?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
The Board resolved that the matter should be referred to the Serious Fraud Office.
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
Matching question numbers: 41197 (2026), 41198 (2026), 41199 (2026)
Is any former employee of Fire and Emergency New Zealand a subject of the Serious Fraud Office's consideration of the matter that relates to an incident with Fire and Emergency’s administration of the levy scheme?
Is any current employee of Fire and Emergency New Zealand a subject of the Serious Fraud Office's consideration of the matter that relates to an incident with Fire and Emergency’s administration of the levy scheme?
Does the matter referred to the Serious Fraud Office involve one individual, multiple individuals, or an organisational unit within Fire and Emergency New Zealand?
Does the Fire and Emergency New Zealand matter referred to the Serious Fraud Office relate to the collection of the levy, the management of levy funds once collected, or both?
Does the matter referred to the Serious Fraud Office relating to Fire and Emergency New Zealand relate to the conduct of a specific individual or individuals?
Does the matter referred to the Serious Fraud Office relating to Fire and Emergency New Zealand involve an alleged financial loss?
What is the nature of the matter relating to Fire and Emergency New Zealand that has been referred to the Serious Fraud Office?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
I am unable to comment on this while the matter is being considered by the Serious Fraud Office.
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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Over what period did the Fire and Emergency New Zealand matter now referred to the Serious Fraud Office start and end?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
Corrected reply: The matter occurred prior to early 2021, and I am advised the earliest estimated date is 2011. I am advised that an internal investigation was conducted between April 2022 and May 2026. Given the matter is now being…
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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When does the Minister expect to receive the advice she has sought from the Department of Internal Affairs on whether Fire and Emergency New Zealand's Crown entity status has contributed to the cultural issues?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
I expect to receive initial advice by the end of September 2026.
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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Will the Minister commission an independent inquiry into the capacity and capability of Fire and Emergency New Zealand, separate from the advice being sought from the Department of Internal Affairs in relation to the matter that has been…
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
The review has raised a number of matters that require careful consideration. The Minister of Internal Affairs will need to take the time necessary to consider its recommendations and determine the appropriate Government response,…
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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Will she commission an independent review of the culture and governance of Fire and Emergency New Zealand, separate from the advice being sought from the Department of Internal Affairs in relation to the matter that has been referred to…
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
The review has raised a number of matters that require careful consideration. The Minister of Internal Affairs will need to take the time necessary to consider its recommendations and determine the appropriate Government response,…
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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Were any other members of the Board of Fire and Emergency New Zealand aware of the matter that has been referred to the Serious Fraud Office before it was escalated to her?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
Yes, the Board received a briefing on the matter on 19 June 2026, ahead of its meeting on 26 June 2026.
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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What specific actions, if any, has the Minister requested the Board of Fire and Emergency New Zealand take in relation to the matter that has been referred to the Serious Fraud Office, and by what date does she expect them to be completed?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
I have written to the Board and stated that I do not have confidence in the Chief Executive of Fire and Emergency New Zealand. The Board is responsible for governing the entity, and any decisions it takes are a matter for the Board. My…
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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Has the Minister sought legal advice on what powers, if any, she holds to remove or require the removal of the Chief Executive of Fire and Emergency New Zealand?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
No.
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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Why has the Chief Executive of Fire and Emergency New Zealand not been stood down while the Serious Fraud Office considers the referral of the matter that has seen the Minister lose confidence in the Chief Executive?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
Employment decisions relating to the Chief Executive of Fire and Emergency New Zealand, including whether to stand the Chief Executive down, are matters for the Board. As Minister, I cannot interfere in those decisions.
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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Does the Minister consider that the Chief Executive of Fire and Emergency New Zealand was personally involved in, or benefited from, the matter now referred to the Serious Fraud Office?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
Based on the information I have received, there is no evidence to suggest that the Chief Executive of Fire and Emergency New Zealand was personally involved in, or benefited from, the matter.
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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Is the Minister aware if the Serious Fraud Office has opened a formal investigation into issues relating to Fire and Emergency New Zealand, or if the Serious Fraud Office is still considering the referral?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
As Minister, I am not in a position to comment on the Serious Fraud Office's consideration of the matter.
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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On what date was the issue relating to Fire and Emergency New Zealand, that has saw the Minister lose confidence, referred to the Serious Fraud Office, and by whom?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
The matter was referred to the Serious Fraud Office on 10 August 2026 by Fire and Emergency New Zealand's Chief Legal Advisor.
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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Has any staff member or contractor of Fire and Emergency New Zealand been suspended, disciplined, or dismissed in relation to the matter that has been referred to the Serious Fraud Office?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
I have been advised by my officials that, to date, no staff member or contractor of Fire and Emergency New Zealand has been suspended, disciplined or dismissed in relation to the matter.
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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When did the Chief Executive of the Department of Internal Affairs become aware of the matter that has been referred to the Serious Fraud Office relating to Fire and Emergency New Zealand?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
I have been advised by my officials that the Secretary for Internal Affairs was verbally informed of the matter by Fire and Emergency New Zealand on 2 September 2026.
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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Was any official within the Department of Internal Affairs aware of the matter relating to Fire and Emergency New Zealand that has now been referred to the Serious Fraud Office prior to the Board Chair informing the Minister's office?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
I have been advised by my officials that the relevant Department of Internal Affairs officials were verbally informed of the matter on 2 September 2026.
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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What is the full chronology of internal communications about the matter that has been referred to the Serious Fraud Office regarding Fire and Emergency New Zealand, between the Chief Executive, the Board, and the Department of Internal…
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Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
• 2 September 2025 – Chief Executive formally advised. Chief Executive recalls he verbally advised the previous Board Chair • 4 May 2026 – Chief Executive receives consolidated report from external lawyers • 26 June 2026 – Board considers…
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Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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On what date was the Minister personally informed of the matter that has been referred to the Serious Fraud Office that has seen her lose confidence in the Chief Executive of Fire and Emergency New Zealand, and by whom?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
I was advised of the matter on 4 September 2026 by Fire and Emergency New Zealand through a briefing note from the Chief Executive.
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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On what date did the Board Chair of Fire and Emergency New Zealand become aware of the matter that has been referred to the Serious Fraud Office that has seen the Minister lose confidence in the Chief Executive?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
I am advised by my officials that the Chief Executive’s recollection is that he verbally notified the previous Chair of the matter on 2 September 2025. The current Board Chair was informally advised on 3 July 2026 and fully briefed on 30…
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Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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On what date did the Chief Executive of Fire and Emergency New Zealand first become aware of the matter now referred to the Serious Fraud Office that has seen the Minister lose confidence in the Chief Executive?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
I am advised that the Chief Executive was first formally notified of the matter on 2 September 2025.
Asked by
Rachel Boyack
Member for Nelson · Labour Party
Is the government considering disestablishing the position of Music Librarian under proposed National Library Music Hire service changes; if so, which staff type will manage any potential changes to the National Library’s Music Hire…
Is the government considering disestablishing the position of Music Librarian under proposed National Library Music Hire service changes; if so, why?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
I am advised that the Department of Internal Affairs is responsible for organising its workforce and resources to meet its responsibilities and the Government's funding expectations.
Asked by
Rachel Boyack
Member for Nelson · Labour Party
Is the government planning on discontinuing the National Library’s Music Hire service; if so, what consultation, if any, has been done with specialist music librarians, choir and orchestra managers, or other clients of the National…
Is the government planning on discontinuing the National Library’s Music Hire service; if not, what changes, if any, is the government considering regarding the National Library’s Music Hire service?
Is the government planning on discontinuing the National Library’s Music Hire service; if so, why?
Is the government planning on discontinuing the National Library’s Music Hire service; if so, when?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
The Department of Internal Affairs is responsible for organising its workforce and resources to meet its responsibilities and the Government's funding expectations. There is no proposal to discontinue the National Library's Music Hire…
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Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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What communications did the Minister or any member of her office receive from the previous Board Chair of Fire and Emergency New Zealand, Rebecca Keoghan, if any, including documents, briefings, advice and emails, by communication type and…
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
My office and I have received the following formal correspondence from the previous Board Chair of Fire and Emergency New Zealand, Rebecca Keoghan. • 8 April 2024, Letter, Fire and Emergency’s levy rates and revenue for 2026-2029 • 10 May…
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Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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Does the Minister believe that the trustees of pokie trusts should be held responsible for the misspending of funds that should have gone to communities, and if so, will she explore options to recover funds from trustees and not just the…
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Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
I am advised by the Department of Internal Affairs (the Department) that corporate societies that are licensed to conduct class 4 gambling (pokies) can take a variety of forms. For example, they can be incorporated societies, charitable…
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Lemauga Lydia Sosene
Member for Māngere · Labour Party
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What aides-mémoire, briefings, memos, notes, reports, or any other advice, if any, has the Minister or their Office received during the week beginning 7 September 2026, listed by agency, title and date received?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
I am advised by officials from the Department of Internal Affairs that this information will soon be made publicly available. The Department proactively releases the titles of briefings provided to me. This information is available at the…
Asked by
Lemauga Lydia Sosene
Member for Māngere · Labour Party
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What papers, if any, did the Minister take to Cabinet during the week beginning 7 September 2026, by title and date?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
As Minister of Internal Affairs, I took one Cabinet paper during the week of 7 September 2026.
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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How much money, if any, does the Minister expect the Lotteries Commission to receive from online casinos, following the passing of the Online Casino Gambling Act 2006, for the purpose of distribution to community groups, and does the…
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Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
The Department of Internal Affairs have previously released information that it estimates between $10-$20 million per year for community returns from online casino gambling gross gambling revenue. This information can be found on the…
Asked by
Mike Davidson
List MP · Green Party
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What advice, documents or briefings as the Minister, or any member of her office, had, if any, on the impacts to the levels of service from the restructuring and cuts at the National Library and Archives?
Answered by
Hon Brooke van Velden
Member for Tāmaki · ACT Party · Minister of Internal Affairs
I have received the following advice from the Department of Internal Affairs: • Verbal advice at meetings with Internal Affairs officials and verbal advice from the National Librarian • An email containing a summary of the change proposal…