The Primary Production Select Committee sees its role as being the voice of rural New Zealand, says chair Mark Cameron.
However, the Government was clear it can’t pay full cost of recovery.
Minister disputes there are any problems in her office.
It has been 'incredibly helpful' determining where the risk lies for flood-prone properties.
National, Act and the Greens all oppose reform bills.
Writers’ strike and Government review seen stoking uncertainty for film sector.
Extra money for universities comes from the underspend on universities because enrolments are down.
Low-income and rural households spend more of their income on infrastructure services than others.
But half-price public transport will continue for young people, those with disabilities and community service card holders.
Giving farmers more time to adapt is a ‘pragmatic’ approach.