News and events
News from the Ministry
- Funding boost for green transport in Auckland - 12 June 2013 The Ministry for the Environment today announced funding of $193,000 to investigate the feasibility of the proposed ‘Skypath’ which would provide walking and cycling access across the Auckland Harbour Bridge. “If feasible, the pathway will get cars off the road and provide for alternative means of transport for Aucklanders commuting from the North Shore to the city,” Ministry for the Environment Operations Director Mike Mendonça says. The proposed Auckland Harbour Bridge ‘SkyPath’ is being planned by the Auckland Harbour Bridge Pathway Trust. Government funding will enable the Trust to finalise the design of the ’SkyPath’, carry out consultation with stakeholders, research consents and finalise the funding arrangements for construction of the pathway. “This project is a great example of members of the community working together to address local issues and improve their local environment,” Mr Mendonça says. The Community Environment Fund provides funding so New Zealanders are empowered to take environmental action. For more information about the Community Environment Fund please click here: http://www.mfe.govt.nz/withyou/funding/community-environment-fund/
- Valuing Nature Conference Wellington 9-10 July - 16 May 2013 The Ministry is co-hosting, with our Natural Resource Sector partners, Victoria University and the Sustainable Business Council, the valuing nature conference. This conference explores the new vision for biodiversity that is emerging globally, one that calls for wider recognition of nature’s contribution to our livelihoods, health, security and prosperity. This vision reflects the value of natural capital and ecosystem services in the mainstream of both public and private decision-making. The conference programme is available on the conference website.
News from the Beehive
- Minister for Climate Change Issues Releases - 12 April 2013 A link to Minister for Climate Change Issues press releases.
- Minister for the Environment Releases - 12 April 2013 A link to Minister for the Environment press releases.
- Improving our resource management system - 28 February 2013 This morning, I want to give you an overview of the Government’s rationale behind our Resource Management Act work programme, canvas some of our reforms to date, and announce the next phase of reform.
- Board of Inquiry to consider Christchurch Southern Motorway proposal - 15 February 2013 Environment Minister Amy Adams has announced that an application for the second stage of the Christchurch Southern Motorway and an upgrade to a section of Main South Road will be decided by an independent Board of Inquiry.
- $4.7 million boost for world-leading recycling project - 14 February 2013 The Government has awarded $4.7 million to a project that turns sewage and organic waste into resources such as energy, and fertiliser, Environment Minister Amy Adams has announced.
- Nominations open for Green Ribbon Awards - 14 February 2013 Environment Minister Amy Adams has today opened nominations for the 2013 Green Ribbon Awards, which honour the work of people, communities and businesses in protecting and improving the environment.
- Groser to visit Europe - 14 January 2013 Trade and Climate Change Issues Minister Tim Groser will depart for Europe today to attend international trade and climate change meetings.
Events
- Conferences and events: Find out about what’s going on nationwide, including the Sir Peter Blake Youth Environment Forum and World Environment Day.
- Environmental awards: The Ministry’s annual Green Ribbon Awards and other national and international honours.
Related links
- New Zealand Climate Change media releases
- Consultation: Find out what topics the Ministry is currently consulting on and how to have a say on government policy.
