Articles tagged with Chris Bishop
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Newly Appointed Directors Bring Expertise to Crown Infrastructure Boards
16 Oct 2025 | 10 months ago | 1154 viewsNewly appointed and reappointed directors will bring expertise to the Boards of Crown Infrastructure Delivery Ltd (CID), National Infrastructure Funding and Financing Ltd (NIFFCo), and New Zealand Infrastructure Commission, according to Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop. Pamela Bell, Philip de Joux, and Adrian Wimmers will join the CID Board, with Bell becoming Chair in March 2026. David Webster, Tim Brown, Greg Lowe, and Melissa Cameron have been appointed to the NIFFCo Board, and Sue Tindal has been reappointed as Deputy Chair for the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission Te Waihanga.
Tags: Chris Bishop Pamela Bell Philip de Joux Adrian Wimmers Abby Foote John Sproat David Webster Tim Brown Greg Lowe Melissa CameronGovernment Takes Action to Improve Underground Asset Management
15 Oct 2025 | 10 months ago | 1166 viewsThe Government aims to address delays and cost overruns in infrastructure projects caused by unknown underground pipes and cables. Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop highlights the inefficiencies and disruptions resulting from inaccurate utility records, citing the Cameron Road redevelopment project in Tauranga as an example. A program has been initiated to enhance asset management systems and explore options for improving underground utility records to streamline projects and ensure accurate information is maintained whenever road corridors are opened.
Tags: Government delays cost blowouts pipes cables infrastructure projects Chris Bishop utilities asset management systems underground utility recordsNorthland to Receive 70+ New Social Homes: Government's Commitment to Address Housing Needs
15 Oct 2025 | 10 months ago | 997 viewsMore than 70 new social homes will be built in Northland by Community Housing Providers (CHPs), with a focus on addressing severe housing deprivation in the region. The Ministry of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has allocated these homes based on regional need, including factors like the housing register and emergency housing use. These new homes, primarily one or two-bedroom units, aim to meet the high demand for such properties in Northland and are part of the government's broader efforts to improve the social housing system and deliver the right homes to those in need.
Tags: Chris Bishop Northland Community Housing Providers social homes Kāinga Ora Ministry of Housing and Urban Development Otangarei Papakāinga Limited Ngāti Rēhia Habitat for Humanity WhangareiRolleston Access Improvements Driving Jobs & Growth | Canterbury Transport Project
14 Oct 2025 | 10 months ago | 1140 viewsTransport Minister Chris Bishop highlights that the Rolleston Access Improvements project on State Highway 1 will boost jobs and economic growth in the rapidly expanding Canterbury region. The project aims to enhance transport connections for residents and businesses in the Selwyn district, a key area for growth and access to Christchurch. The government's $7 billion infrastructure investment includes this project, with the first stage focusing on constructing a new roundabout, pedestrian and cycle subway, and various road upgrades to improve safety and efficiency, with completion expected by the end of 2026.
Tags: Rolleston Transport Minister Chris Bishop Canterbury infrastructure projects road improvements economic growth construction NZTA Fulton Hogan State Highway 1.99 New Social Homes in Nelson, Marlborough & Tasman by CHPs: Housing Minister's Commitment
14 Oct 2025 | 10 months ago | 1057 viewsHousing Minister Chris Bishop announced that 99 new social homes will be built in Nelson, Marlborough, and Tasman by Community Housing Providers (CHPs). The Government has committed funding for over 2,000 additional homes to be delivered by CHPs nationwide, including in these regions. The homes will primarily consist of one to two-bedroom units to address the high demand for such housing in the area, with a focus on providing suitable homes for those most in need.
Tags: Chris Bishop Nelson Marlborough Tasman Community Housing Providers Kāinga Ora Ministry of Housing and Urban Development The Salvation Army Nelson City BlenheimCanterbury to Receive 65+ New Social Homes from Community Housing Providers, Housing Minister Announces
09 Oct 2025 | 11 months ago | 1067 viewsThe Housing Minister announced that more than 65 new social homes will be built in Canterbury by Community Housing Providers (CHPs) as part of the government's commitment to social housing. These homes are part of over 6,800 net new social homes delivered nationwide since November 2023, with 837 in Canterbury, and funding for an additional 2,000 homes over the next two years. The homes in Canterbury will be located in various suburbs and will primarily consist of one- and two-bedroom units to address the high demand for such properties in the region.
Tags: social homes Canterbury Community Housing Providers Housing Minister Chris Bishop Kāinga Ora Ministry of Housing and Urban Development Christchurch Methodist Mission Ōtautahi Community Housing Trust housing register emergency housing.Unlocking Capital: Government to Sell Chorus Securities for Infrastructure Investment
09 Oct 2025 | 11 months ago | 1066 viewsThe Government is considering selling its investment in Chorus to free up capital for more beneficial projects in New Zealand, following the completion of the Ultra-Fast Broadband initiative in 2022. Minister of Finance Nicola Willis highlights the need to redirect the capital into investments that will benefit New Zealanders, with Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop aiming to expedite the sale to private investors by early 2026 to allocate the proceeds towards hospitals, schools, and roads in Budget 2026. NIFFCo will conduct due diligence on the securities, evaluate market interest, and provide recommendations on the optimal sales process, with a decision on the sale expected by the end of 2025 to ensure value-for-money expectations are met.
Tags: Government Chorus NIFFCo Nicola Willis Chris Bishop Treasury fiscal strategy economic growth New ZealandersMilldale Housing Project Approved: Boosting Auckland Region Development
03 Oct 2025 | 11 months ago | 1049 viewsInfrastructure Minister Chris Bishop and Regional Development Minister Shane Jones have approved the Milldale housing project in Wainui, Auckland, which is expected to provide 1100 residential allotments and inject $595 million into the region over three years. The project aims to address housing shortages by creating jobs and streamlining development processes through the Fast-track Approvals Act. Minister Jones is collaborating with Minister Bishop on legislative changes to expedite regional housing projects and other developments in the pipeline.
Tags: Chris Bishop Shane Jones Milldale project housing development infrastructure deficit Auckland region resource management reforms legislative changes regional housing developmentsDriving Economic Growth: 3 Initiatives to Enhance Freight System
01 Oct 2025 | 11 months ago | 1087 viewsTransport Minister Chris Bishop highlights the importance of the freight system in driving New Zealand's economy and supporting job growth. To address the increasing demand for freight services due to population growth, the government is implementing three key initiatives: launching an Action Plan for Freight, updating the National Freight Demand Study, and establishing a Freight Advisory Council. These initiatives aim to enhance the efficiency and safety of the freight system by maximizing economic value, improving data-driven decision-making, and providing strategic insights and advice to support economic growth.
Tags: Transport Minister Chris Bishop freight system economic growth productivity resilience safety Action Plan for Freight National Freight Demand Study Freight Advisory CouncilNew Hikuwai Bridge Boosts Resilience of SH35 in Tairāwhiti
01 Oct 2025 | 11 months ago | 1078 viewsConstruction has begun on a new Hikuwai Bridge to improve the resilience of State Highway 35 between Tolaga Bay and Tokomaru Bay in Tairāwhiti, following damage from Cyclone Gabrielle. The bridge will be a modern, two-lane structure approximately 100 meters long, providing better flood and earthquake resistance and environmental benefits. The $50 million project involves local and expert construction teams to deliver a more efficient and permanent solution for road users in the region.
Tags: State Highway 35 SH35 Tolaga Bay Tokomaru Bay Tairāwhiti Hikuwai Bridge Transport Minister Chris Bishop Cyclone Gabrielle Gisborne TREC AllianceGovernment Backs Community Housing Providers with New Loan Guarantee Scheme to Boost Social Homes
01 Oct 2025 | 11 months ago | 1138 viewsThe Government has introduced a new loan guarantee scheme to support community housing providers in delivering more social homes at a lower cost, with banks providing debt financing at reduced rates. This initiative aims to remove obstacles and inefficiencies in social housing delivery, with the Crown guaranteeing 80% of loans to eligible providers. The scheme, available until 2027, supports up to $900 million in new lending and refinancing, empowering community housing providers to expand and improve housing accessibility for those in need.
Tags: Government community housing providers loan guarantee scheme Nicola Willis Chris Bishop ANZ ASB BNZ Kiwibank WestpacNew Zealand's Sport Diplomacy Strategy: Strengthening Ties and Boosting Trade on the World Stage
26 Sep 2025 | 11 months ago | 1098 viewsThe New Zealand Government launched a Sport Diplomacy Strategy aiming to strengthen international ties, boost trade, and showcase the country globally through sports. The strategy leverages the universal language of sport to connect people, build trust, and create lasting bonds between nations. With a focus on India, the Pacific, and the United States, the initiative aims to use New Zealand's sporting reputation to enhance diplomatic and economic relations, with upcoming centenary celebrations with India set to further deepen ties through sports, culture, and business.
Tags: Sport New Zealand Government Strategy Chris Bishop India Pacific United States Trade DiplomacyNew Reeves Road Flyover Opens in East Auckland to Ease Traffic Congestion and Boost Productivity
26 Sep 2025 | 11 months ago | 1350 viewsA new flyover in East Auckland, the Reeves Road Flyover, is set to open to traffic, easing congestion and boosting productivity in the city. The flyover is part of the $1.3 billion Eastern Busway project, which aims to improve transportation by providing rapid bus and train services between various locations in Auckland. The project is a key investment by the government and Auckland Council to enhance the transport system, support economic growth, and provide better access to jobs and opportunities for residents in East Auckland.
Tags: Transport Minister Chris Bishop Auckland Minister Simeon Brown Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown Prime Minister Christopher Luxon Reeves Road flyover Eastern Busway project Auckland traffic congestion public transport economic growthCHFA Launches $200 Million Bonds to Boost Affordable Housing Supply
24 Sep 2025 | 11 months ago | 1278 viewsHousing Minister Chris Bishop commends the Community Housing Funding Agency (CHFA) for launching $200 million in A+ rated bonds, making cheaper lending available for Community Housing Providers (CHPs) to deliver more social and affordable homes. The social bonds were well received by investors, demonstrating confidence in supporting social and affordable housing in New Zealand. The government is supporting CHPs by funding over 2,000 social homes and backing CHFA with a $150 million lending facility to help reduce borrowing costs and enable the delivery of more homes for less.
Tags: Chris Bishop Community Housing Funding Agency CHFA social bonds affordable housing social homes Community Housing Providers New Zealand Kāinga Ora financingŌ2NL Expressway: Transforming Transport and Boosting Economy in Horowhenua
23 Sep 2025 | 11 months ago | 1111 viewsConstruction has begun on the new 24-kilometre Ō2NL expressway from Ōtaki to north of Levin, aiming to enhance economic benefits, safety, and reliability in the region, according to Transport Minister Chris Bishop. The project addresses long-standing issues of crashes, delays, and resilience on the current Kāpiti highway, with expectations of reducing travel times and improving efficiency for both commuters and freight transport. Part of the Wellington northern corridor initiated in 2013, Ō2NL follows the success of previous expressways and is anticipated to be finished by the end of 2029, contributing to economic growth and development opportunities in the Horowhenua region.
Tags: Transport Minister Chris Bishop Horowhenua North Island Wellington National Government Transmission Gully Mackays Peka Peka Kāpiti highway Otaki