32161 (2026). Debbie Ngarewa-Packer to the Minister for Energy

Written Question

Published date: 29 Jul 2026

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	32161 (2026)
Question asked:	15 Jul 2026
Member asking:	Debbie Ngarewa-Packer
Portfolio:	Minister for Energy
Minister replying:	Hon Simeon Brown
Answer received:	23 Jul 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_32161_2026
Document guid:	44aa3f2e-3725-4303-84d6-2306463bb3a5

32161 (2026). Debbie Ngarewa-Packer to the Minister for Energy: How does the discontinuation of Crown funding for Ara Ake align with the Government's stated objectives for regional economic growth in Taranaki?

Hon Simeon Brown: The Government is focussed on ensuring an affordable and secure supply of energy, which is a key enabler of economic growth across New Zealand, including in Taranaki.