Nikki Kaye: MP for Auckland Central » News

Welcome!

Elliot — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 17:15:03 +0000

Hi and welcome to my website. I’m proud to be MP for Auckland Central and your voice in Parliament.

This new site gives me the chance to keep you updated on local news and what’s happening in Parliament. It also gives you the opportunity to keep in touch with me.

The last month has been an incredibly busy one with hearings for the Auckland Local Governance Select Committee. Spending hundreds of hours hearing views about the Government’s proposed changes to local governance has given me a far better understanding of what people think is the best way to make Auckland greater.

My electorate office in Freemans Bay is incredibly busy, and my staff and I are working hard to help you.

Since I have been elected, over 2000 people have approached my office with various issues. I have helped constituents on a diverse range of matters including temporary housing, benefit entitlements, victim support, small business opportunities, and local governance queries.

I have been involved with some great local events recently, including the Smokefree Schools Rockquest at Auckland Girls Grammar, and the Great Barrier Black Tie Ball. I’m also looking forward to the upcoming launch of the Grey Lynn Farmers Market on Sunday 6 September.

I look forward to seeing you around Auckland City.

Nikki

Nikki Kaye Press Release – Auckland Central MP to table amendment keeping the alcohol purchase age at 18

Elliot — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 17:10:28 +0000

Auckland Central MP Nikki Kaye says she will table an amendment to the Government’s proposed alcohol reform legislation seeking to keep the alcohol purchase age at 18.

Yesterday, the Government announced its alcohol reform package including measures to reduce alcohol-related harm. These include a split purchase-age proposal, where people must be 18 to drink in bars but 20 to buy from an off-licence. The Minister of Justice announced that the split purchase-age proposal will be dealt with as a conscience vote by National MPs.

Ms Kaye says that she supports the proposed alcohol reforms as a balanced package that will help control alcohol supply, reduce demand, and limit alcohol-related problems, but she feels very strongly that increasing the purchase age is an ineffective tool to combat youth binge drinking.

“On principle, I believe that if someone can be elected to Parliament, get married or join the army, then they should be able to buy a bottle of wine at a bottle store.

“Lifting the purchase age would be ineffective at tackling binge drinking – an issue that affects a much wider cross section of our society than just 18 and 19 year olds.”

Ms Kaye believes that the right approach is one of shared responsibility. She says that if we are serious about changing the culture of binge drinking we must ask the question why people are drinking to excess.

“I am pleased to see Government initiatives restricting supply of alcohol to under 18 year olds and making those who supply alcohol to youth responsible for their actions. These measures will make a difference to youth binge drinking – something the split purchase age will not do.”

Ms Kaye intends tabling an amendment to the proposed alcohol reform legislation after it has been introduced.

ENDS

Careers Expo

Elliot — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 00:37:59 +0000

I really enjoyed meeting students and employers at the Auckland Careers Expo at ASB showgrounds last Friday. I was impressed with the range of exhibits – mainly tertiary education providers, trades and the armed forces as well as the informative seminars.

Waiheke Tree Planting

Elliot — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 04:07:24 +0000

Auckland Central Electorate volunteers together with the Auckland Bluegreens recently planted 250 native trees on McKenzie Reserve, Waiheke Island. It was a great day out despite getting a bit wet! Thank you to all the volunteers who continue to support McKenzie Reserve.

Herne Bay & St Marys Bay Seniors Morning Tea

Elliot — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 03:42:04 +0000

Recently I held my first seniors morning tea for over-65years old residents in Herne Bay and St Marys Bay. These meetings give me a chance to meet more constituents, and hear their views on important issues.

Minister of Education Anne Tolley Visit

Elliot — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 03:10:00 +0000

It was a real pleasure to have Hon. Anne Tollley, Minister of Education in Auckland Central last week.

Her visit included Westmere Primary School, opening new buildings at Waiheke High School, Ponsonby Primary School and meetings with the inner-city school principals and board chairs group.

Nikki’s News – August 2010

Elliot — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 02:57:14 +0000

Click on the link below

http://www.aweber.com/archive/nikki-news/cZjO/h/Nikki_s_News_August_2010.htm

Opening Kingsland Revamped Transport Hub

Elliot — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 03:27:35 +0000

I attended the opening by Minister Murray McCully of the revamped Kingsland transport hub. This will serve as main transportation for the Rugby World Cup and is part of an investment of $1.6 billion in electrifying Auckland’s rail service.

See the link below for the article and video clip:

http://www.stuff.co.nz/national/politics/3886286/McCully-opens-World-Cup-transport-hub

Backbenches

Elliot — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:46:12 +0000

Last night I really enjoyed being on the Backbenches TVNZ7 political debate show. It was themed ‘Young Guns’ and there was a good crowd at the pub.

You can watch the episode by clicking on the link below:

Young Guns Show

Fundraising Art Exhibition

Elliot — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:31:04 +0000

Last week I enjoyed attending the Michael Moore Ferner Gallery Exhibition, with funds raised for the Cancer society. Funds raised will be used for the Society’s core patient support services like liaison nursing service at the Domain Lodge.