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13 Oct 2024 13:05:32

Reversal of Taranaki oil and gas ban passes first reading

Posted: 26 Sep 2024

Legislation reversing the ban on new oil and gas exploration off the Taranaki coast is off to Select Committee, having passed its first reading.

 

The bill has polarised parties across the House, with the coalition arguing new exploration will deliver energy security, give investors certainty and create jobs.

 

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