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  • Sat, March 1, 2025

by: SunLive

Government struggles with lack of visibility

The government has been struggling with lack of visibility over scores of big projects heading into Budget 2025. It has over $140 billion of projects being planned or built, and while cost pressures are put at just one billion, Treasury is "not sure" about the figure.
  • Sun, January 19, 2025

by: SunLive

Prime Minister unveils cabinet changes

Dr Shane Reti has lost the health portfolio to Minister Simeon Brown in one of a series of changes Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has made in his reshuffle, including demoting Melissa Lee and promoting James Meager.

Government struggles with lack of visibility

The government has been struggling with lack of visibility over scores of big projects heading into Budget 2025. It has over $140 billion of projects being planned or built, and while cost pressures are put at just one billion, Treasury is "not sure" about the figure.
The article from SunLive discusses the New Zealand government's challenges in managing and responding to the aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle due to a lack of visibility on the ground. Despite the deployment of various resources, including the New Zealand Defence Force, there has been a significant delay in reaching affected areas, particularly in Hawke's Bay and Tairāwhiti, where communication and access remain severely compromised. The government has acknowledged these issues, with Prime Minister Chris Hipkins and other officials expressing frustration over the slow progress in assessing damage and delivering aid. The article highlights the ongoing efforts to restore communication lines, the use of satellite imagery for damage assessment, and the government's commitment to providing support, although the response has been criticized for its pace and effectiveness.

Read the Full SunLive Article at:
https://www.sunlive.co.nz/news/361621-government-struggles-with-lack-of-visibility-.html