It’s fantastic that two local green groups are being recognised for their green work in the Hauraki Gulf. The Rotoroa Island Trust, and the Community Recycling Network on Waiheke Island, are finalists in the annual Green Ribbon Awards. The awards are … Continue reading
Last week I visited the New Zealand Red Cross disaster welfare support truck at Parliament. These new trucks contain stretchers for 150 people, as well as some food and toiletries and lighting – all things that are needed for a mobile … Continue reading
Back in February I took part in the BDO Wellington to Auckland cycle challenge – and the photos are in. The cycle challenge ran for a week between the 10th and 16th of February, and raised money for the THINK! … Continue reading
Here is a link to the speech I made for the Third Reading of the Marriage (Definition of Marriage) Amendment Bill. I was very proud to support the Bill through all stages - and it was a fantastic to see it … Continue reading
Here I am with Angela Curtis, who is my 2013 Youth MP. She is Deputy Head Girl at Marist College in Mt Albert. Angela will be an outstanding Youth MP for Auckland Central. She understands important public policy issues, and … Continue reading
The Education and Science Committee has reported to the House on its inquiry into 21st century learning environments and digital literacy. The report can be found on the New Zealand Parliament here. The inquiry has been carried out over the … Continue reading
This year all of New Zealand will be taking part in the official 2013 Census, which was delayed from last year due to the Christchurch earthquakes. Census information is used to make decisions on a large number of issues, such … Continue reading