Articles tagged with Louise Upston
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Government Injects $50k for Nelson Tasman Tourism Recovery
11 Sep 2025 | 12 months ago | 1160 viewsThe Government is providing $50k to Nelson Tasman for domestic tourism marketing to support local businesses impacted by severe weather events, according to Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston. Nearly 70% of tourism and hospitality businesses in the region have suffered revenue losses due to cancellations and a drop in visitors. The funding will be used for a domestic marketing campaign to promote tourism in Nelson Tasman, emphasizing its importance for the local economy and encouraging visitors to explore the region.
Tags: Government Nelson Tasman domestic tourism marketing local businesses severe weather events Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston funding tourism industryGovernment Launches 5 Actions to Support Rough Sleepers into Social Homes
04 Sep 2025 | 1 year ago | 1348 viewsThe Government is taking immediate actions to address homelessness in New Zealand, focusing on expanding support for rough sleepers and providing more social housing options. These actions include funding additional social homes for the Housing First program, increasing support services for rough sleepers, improving the efficiency of transitional housing, redirecting beneficiaries' income to contribute to accommodation costs, and encouraging greater discretion in assessing emergency housing applications. The aim is to deliver the right homes, in the right places, with the right supports for rough sleepers and address the root causes of homelessness in the country.
Tags: Government Housing Minister Chris Bishop Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka homelessness social homes Housing First programme transitional housing emergency housing Ministry of Social Development (MSD) Louise UpstonBoosting Employment in Waikato: Minister Upston's Commitment to Jobseeker Reduction Target
03 Sep 2025 | 1 year ago | 958 viewsSocial Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston highlights the importance of regional employment events in getting Kiwis into jobs and boosting the economy. The Government's focus on the Going for Growth strategy emphasizes developing talent and reducing the number of people on the Jobseeker Benefit by 50,000 by 2030 through partnerships with employers and training organizations. Initiatives such as early intervention services, work seminars, and the Relocate for Work Support payment aim to help beneficiaries find sustainable employment, providing them with purpose, independence, and a pathway out of welfare dependence.
Tags: Louise Upston Minister Employment MSD Jobseeker Benefit Kiwis Economy Growth Waikato CommunityEmpowering Choice & Control: New Flexible Funding System for Disabled Community
02 Sep 2025 | 1 year ago | 1083 viewsImprovements to the disability support system will provide disabled individuals, families, and carers with more choice and control over flexible funding starting early next year. The changes aim to address feedback for greater autonomy in decision-making and to create a more transparent and sustainable system. These adjustments, informed by extensive community consultations, will standardize assessment processes, develop personalized support plans through NASCs, and offer more clarity and certainty to users of flexible funding.
Tags: Disabled people families carers flexible funding disability support system Minister for Disability Issues Louise Upston Independent Review NASCs Enabling Good LivesInternational Visitor Arrivals and Spending on the Rise, Boosting New Zealand's Tourism Sector and Economy
02 Sep 2025 | 1 year ago | 1348 viewsFresh data released today indicates that international visitor arrivals and spending are on the rise, boosting New Zealand's tourism sector and economy, as highlighted by Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston. The year ending June 2025 saw international tourism contribute $12.1 billion to the economy, a 4.3% increase from the previous year, with a 5% rise in visitor arrivals totaling 3.38 million. Despite positive growth, Upston emphasizes the need for continued efforts to further enhance the tourism sector, referencing initiatives like the Tourism Growth Roadmap aimed at doubling tourism exports by 2034.
Tags: tourism economy international visitors Louise Upston spending tourism sector international tourism visitor arrivals New Zealand Tourism Growth RoadmapNew Members Appointed to Boost New Zealand Tourism Board
21 Aug 2025 | 1 year ago | 1198 viewsTourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston announced the appointment of five new members and one reappointment to the New Zealand Tourism Board, highlighting the wealth of knowledge and experience they bring to strengthen efforts in marketing New Zealand as a visitor destination. The Board's critical role in driving up international visitor numbers is emphasized as tourism is New Zealand's second largest export and a key component of economic growth. Outgoing members are acknowledged for their service, with new appointments varying in term lengths from two to three years.
Tags: Louise Upston Chris Roberts Jane Patterson Jonathan Cameron Piers Bebbington Kevin Malloy Jacqui Walshe Steve Chadwick Jan Hunt Colleen NevilleNew Zealand Disability Strategy: Public Consultation Open for Feedback on Draft 2026-2030 Vision
19 Aug 2025 | 1 year ago | 1383 viewsPublic consultation has opened on the draft New Zealand Disability Strategy, aiming to improve lives and uphold rights of disabled people in key areas like education, employment, health, housing, and justice. The strategy, developed through targeted engagement with disabled individuals and organizations, seeks feedback from the wider disability community and the public to make a positive impact. Interested parties, including disabled individuals, carers, families, and employers, are encouraged to provide feedback through various formats until September 28, 2025, with the refreshed strategy set to run from 2026 to 2030.
Tags: New Zealand Disability Strategy public consultation Minister for Disability Issues Louise Upston disabled people employment education housing community participation WhaikahaGovernment's Enhanced Task Force Green Employs 18 Job Seekers for Tasman Flood Clean-Up
07 Aug 2025 | 1 year ago | 2078 viewsEighteen job seekers in Tasman have begun clearing flood-damaged farms and orchards through the Enhanced Task Force Green programme funded by Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston. The program received $500,000 in funding to support job seekers in the clean-up efforts following the region's first flood in late June. The job seekers, who received training, are removing debris and trees from properties to aid in the recovery of the regional economy, with the Ministry of Social Development assisting in finding other employment opportunities for interested individuals.
Tags: Louise Upston Tasman job seekers farms orchards Government Enhanced Task Force Green Social Development Employment MinisterNew Zealand to Host World Triathlon Events in Tauranga 2026-2028
05 Aug 2025 | 1 year ago | 1839 viewsTauranga will host a series of World Triathlon events over three years starting in 2026, including the 2028 World Triathlon Championship Finals, with an expected 6000 international visitors generating $25 million in tourism revenue. The Government is investing $2.65 million to support Tri NZ in hosting these events, aiming to attract over 4500 international competitors for the 2028 World Championship final. These events will be broadcast live to a global audience, showcasing New Zealand's strong history in triathlon and promoting sport tourism.
Tags: New Zealand Tauranga World Triathlon events 2028 World Triathlon Championship Finals Louise Upston Tourism and Hospitality Minister Major Events Fund Tri NZ Ironman 70.3 World Championship KiwisDr. Ang Jury Appointed Chair of Independent Children’s Monitor Board: Enhancing Oversight for Vulnerable Kiwi Kids
29 Jul 2025 | 1 year ago | 1977 viewsDr Ang Jury, ONZM has been appointed as the Chair of the new Board for the Independent Children’s Monitor, a key oversight body for the Oranga Tamariki system. This appointment is a significant step towards fulfilling commitments to vulnerable children, as highlighted by Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston. Dr Jury's expertise in the social and Oranga Tamariki sectors will be instrumental in establishing the new Board, with her five-year term beginning on August 1, 2025.
Tags: Dr Ang Jury ONZM Louise Upston Women's Refuge Arran Jones Oranga Tamariki Independent Children’s Monitor Children’s Commissioner Ombudsman vulnerable children‘Everyone Must Go’ Campaign Drives Surge in Australian Tourism to New Zealand
23 Jul 2025 | 1 year ago | 2051 viewsThe 'Everyone Must Go' campaign in New Zealand exceeded expectations, bringing in over 7,981 additional visitors and generating significant attention on both sides of the Tasman. Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston highlights the campaign's success in boosting regional economies and tourism operators through collaboration between the sector and government. The campaign's strong results led to further investment, showcasing the positive impact of targeted marketing efforts on driving economic growth and supporting the tourism industry.
Tags: Louise Upston Tourism New Zealand Australia Campaign Economy Tourism Minister Visitors Regional Economies Tourism OperatorsOver 80,700 People Transition from Benefit to Work in Past Year, Reveals Social Development Minister
16 Jul 2025 | 1 year ago | 1684 viewsOver 80,700 individuals transitioned from benefits to employment in the past year, reflecting the government's focus on facilitating job opportunities despite economic challenges. While the total number of beneficiaries has increased, particularly in Jobseeker Support, this aligns with seasonal trends and the government's efforts to provide enhanced support services for job seekers. Initiatives such as increased case management, community job coaching, and regular work seminars aim to assist individuals in securing and maintaining employment, with a focus on transitioning people off welfare and into work during the economic recovery period.
Tags: Louise Upston MSD benefit job seekers employment New Zealanders main benefit Social Development economic conditions case managementGovernment Focuses on Jobseeker Beneficiaries in Employment Programs for Next Three Years
15 Jul 2025 | 1 year ago | 1800 viewsMinister Louise Upston highlights the Government's focus on jobseeker beneficiaries in upcoming employment programs. The Ministry of Social Development's updated strategy emphasizes the importance of prioritizing beneficiaries for job placements. Efforts include targeted support for young people to reduce long-term reliance on benefits and increase employment opportunities.
Tags: Jobseeker beneficiaries Government Employment programmes Minister Louise Upston Ministry of Social Development MSD Young people Frontline staff Employment case management New Zealand.Boosting Sign Language in New Zealand: Funding for Families of Deaf Children
15 Jul 2025 | 1 year ago | 1732 viewsThe New Zealand government is funding 11 community projects, totaling nearly $250,000, to support and promote the use of New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) among families of Deaf children and teenagers. Minister for Disability Issues Louise Upston highlights the importance of these initiatives, including NZSL classes, community events, a directory website in NZSL, a code of ethics review, and skills development programs for interpreters. The NZSL Board, which advocates for NZSL use, invests approximately $1 million annually to enhance NZSL initiatives and projects.
Tags: Deaf children teenagers community projects sign language New Zealand Louise Upston NZSL Board Deaf community interpreter workforce Deaf clubsNew Cycle Bridge Boosts West Coast Wilderness Trail, Boosting Local Economy
09 Jul 2025 | 1 year ago | 1889 viewsA new cycle bridge on the West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail will bring more visitors to the region and boost the local economy. “I’m thrilled to be supporting the construction of the Totara River Rail Bridge, ensuring visitors can once again ride this popular trail from start to finish,” Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. “The West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail is one of our Great Rides and attracts both international and domestic visitors alike, showcasing the stunning scenery of the West Coast.
Tags: Louise Upston West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail Totara River Rail Bridge Tourism Economy Infrastructure Ross Trail Investment Visitors