The Primary Production Select Committee sees its role as being the voice of rural New Zealand, says chair Mark Cameron.
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NZ has not yet hit peak tourism, Minister believes.
Strikes are fine, but engaging with officials is likely to be more effective.
Quota could increase to 16,000 over the next two years.
New rules are unlikely to drive up the cost of banking.
No real cash loss, so there’s no need to over-react.
It’s not just about punishing bad behaviour, it’s about building public trust.
ACC still recorded cash surplus.
New legislation will regulate conduct for financial services.