17238 (2026). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health

17238 (2026). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health: Has the approved budget for Taranaki Base Hospital Redevelopment - Project Maunga - Stage 2 increased since funding was first approved, if so, by how much has the budget increased in total, on what dates were budget increases approved, and what were the reasons for each budget increase, if any?

Hon Simeon Brown: I am advised that the approved budget for Taranaki Base Hospital Redevelopment - Project Maunga - Stage 2 has increased since funding was first approved. I refer the Member to the following press release: https://www.beehive.govt.nz/release/59-million-boost-ensure-completion-taranaki-base-hospital-redevelopment