Kia ora
Rebuilding the second largest regional economy in New Zealand is an issue of national significance. How can we rebuild Christchurch in a safer, more sustainable way?
After substantial public consultation, I've produced a report for Parliament and public consumption that pulls together an overarching vision for a future Christchurch — one that focuses on achieving strong, carbon neutral buildings and homes, and a central city rebuilt around green spaces, efficient public transport, and attractive walkways and cycleways.
Rebuilding Christchurch provides a great challenge but there is scope for building a better, more sustainable city if we make the right decisions now.
Kennedy Graham, Green MP
Greens release report on future of Christchurch
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Events
Welfare Forums with Catherine Delahunty
'Welfare Reforms: A Recipe for Poverty'
Monday 15 August, 1-4:30pm
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Lindisfarne Community Centre, 22 Lindisfarne St, Invercargill
Thursday 25 August, 12:30-1:30pm
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Grahamstown Community Hall,
Thames
Book Launch: Fleeing Vesuvius NZ Edition - with Gareth Hughes
Responding to the Effects of Economic and Environmental Collapse
Wednesday 16 August 6-7:30pm, Green Party Caucus Room, Level 15, Bowen House, Wellington
The Great MMP Debate
Come and hear both sides argue whether we need a change from MMP or not.
Friday 19 August 6:30-8pm, Mezzanine Community Room, Wellington Central Library, Wellington
Smart Transport for NZ Conference, with Gareth Hughes
Friday 19 August 1pm to Saturday 20 August 5:30pm
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Wellington
Videos
Get to know our Co-leaders: Russel Norman
Press releases
Greens release report on future of Christchurch
5 August 2011
Christchurch can be rebuilt as a sustainable 21st century eco city, Christchurch based Green Party MP Kennedy Graham said today. Read more...
Fishing inquiry must look at local jobs
5 August 2011
The Government inquiry into the fishing industry needs to be comprehensive and look at how the significant job losses in the industry can be turned around, the Green Party said today. Read more...
Non-profit fills education gap on Skynet law
4 August 2011
The Green Party congratulates InternetNZ's campaign to educate New Zealanders in not falling foul of the Government's draconian anti-file sharing legislation which is being introduced over the next month. Read more...
Greens press for Select Committee inquiry into milk pricing
2 August 2011
It's disappointing that the Commerce Commission has declined to initiate a full price control inquiry into the price of milk, Green Party consumer affairs spokesperson Sue Kedgley said today. Read more...
Joint Greens-Govt cycle trail initiative launches next month on Forgotten World Highway
29 July 2011
The first three touring routes of the much anticipated Nga Haeranga New Zealand Cycle Trail will open on 20 August with cycle tours planned in Central North Island. Read more...
Rich list highlights poor policy choice
29 July 2011
The minimum wage would be $15.60 if it had increased at the same rate as the wealth of the richest New Zealanders the Green Party said today. Read more...
Transport spend locks New Zealand's economic future to the price of oil and greater debt
26 July 2011
The Government's short-sighted plans for transport funding will lock New Zealand's economic fortunes into dependency on the price of oil and further Government debt, the Green Party said today. Read more...
Key must rule out changes to Pharmac during US visit
22 July 2011
John Key must rule out any trade deal with investor state disputes clauses that endanger Pharmac, Green Party Co-leader Dr Russel Norman said today. Read more...
Blog posts
Round up of transport news - by Gareth Hughes
I've been whipping around the country a lot lately visiting students at Orientation. Read more...
Oral questions
David Clendon questions the Minister for the Environment on Lead-acid Batteries, Used--Export and Compliance with Basel Convention - David Clendon MP, 4 August 2011
How many tonnes of used lead acid batteries has the Government approved for export since January 2008, and is this consistent with New Zealand's obligations under the Basel Convention? Watch video or read transcript...
