One of the Government’s most contentious bills is now before select committee.  

The Fast-Track Approvals Bill is designed to speed up the process on consenting major projects, from transport initiatives like roads, to major housing developments.

It also allows three ministers the power to make the final decisions on these projects, even if it goes against the advice of expert panels – or existing laws.

Victoria University of Wellington Political Analyst Dr Bryce Edwards has been following this controversial bill, and joins The Front Page today to discuss why it’s causing such a fuss.

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Producer: Ethan Sills

One of the Government’s most contentious bills is now before select committee.  
The Fast-Track Approvals Bill is designed to speed up the process on consenting major projects, from transport initiatives like roads, to major housing developments.
It also allows three ministers the power to make the final decisions on these projects, even if it goes against the advice of expert panels – or existing laws.
Victoria University of Wellington Political Analyst Dr Bryce Edwards has been following this controversial bill, and joins The Front Page today to discuss why it’s causing such a fuss.
Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.
Host: Chelsea Daniels Sound Engineer: Paddy Fox Producer: Ethan Sills

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What is the Fast-Track Approvals Bill and why is sparking backlash

This year’s King’s Birthday holiday is not as celebratory as the royal family would like.

While King Charles is start to get back to work after his cancer diagnosis earlier this year, the Princess of Wales remains out of action, with reports that she might not return to work until 2025.

In amongst the health crises that have hit the Royal Family, the ongoing tensions between The Firm and Prince Harry have made headlines again over recent weeks.

So is the monarchy getting back on track after a rough start to the year, or are the same old problems set to be a nuisance for the rest of 2024?

Today on The Front Page, we’re joined by UK correspondent Gavin Grey to get the latest from London on the royal family.

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You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.

Host: Chelsea Daniels
Sound Engineer: Paddy Fox
Producer: Ethan Sills

This year’s King’s Birthday holiday is not as celebratory as the royal family would like.
While King Charles is start to get back to work after his cancer diagnosis earlier this year, the Princess of Wales remains out of action, with reports that she might not return to work until 2025.
In amongst the health crises that have hit the Royal Family, the ongoing tensions between The Firm and Prince Harry have made headlines again over recent weeks.
So is the monarchy getting back on track after a rough start to the year, or are the same old problems set to be a nuisance for the rest of 2024?
Today on The Front Page, we’re joined by UK correspondent Gavin Grey to get the latest from London on the royal family.
Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.
Host: Chelsea Daniels Sound Engineer: Paddy Fox Producer: Ethan Sills

Royal celebrations overshadowed by ongoing rifts and health crises

The coalition Government has unveiled its first Budget, and Finance Minister Nicola Willis managed to deliver on her tax cut pledge.  

There was also money found for health and education, while the major tax cuts were funded out of significant cuts to the public sector.

The Budget also confirmed that our tough financial times are set to continue until at least 2028, and Willis is putting a cap on spending for the next few Budgets.

So is this the Budget the Government needed to sell their vision for Aotearoa, and how dire is our economic outlook?

Today on The Front Page, NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann is back with his analysis.

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You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.

Host: Chelsea Daniels
Sound Engineer: Paddy Fox
Producer: Ethan Sills

The coalition Government has unveiled its first Budget, and Finance Minister Nicola Willis managed to deliver on her tax cut pledge.  
There was also money found for health and education, while the major tax cuts were funded out of significant cuts to the public sector.
The Budget also confirmed that our tough financial times are set to continue until at least 2028, and Willis is putting a cap on spending for the next few Budgets.
So is this the Budget the Government needed to sell their vision for Aotearoa, and how dire is our economic outlook?
Today on The Front Page, NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann is back with his analysis.
Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network.
Host: Chelsea Daniels Sound Engineer: Paddy Fox Producer: Ethan Sills

Budget 2024: Did the Government deliver what the country needs?

Budget 2024 has just been unveiled by Finance Minister Nicola Willis -- the first for the coalition of National, Act and NZ First. In this special bonus episode of The Front Page, Chelsea runs through the key stats you need to know about tax cuts, health, school and the economy. 

Budget 2024 has just been unveiled by Finance Minister Nicola Willis -- the first for the coalition of National, Act and NZ First. In this special bonus episode of The Front Page, Chelsea runs through the key stats you need to know about tax cuts, health, school and the economy.

What is the Fast-Track Approvals Bill and why is sparking backlash

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