Recent news and announcements from Kānoa – Regional Economic Development & Investment Unit.
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$8 million investment in Waitangi Treaty Grounds
The Government is investing $8 million through the Regional Infrastructure Fund (RIF) to support the continued operation and preservation of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds.
16 September, 2026
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First Gas Security Fund projects announced
Two projects in Taranaki could bring New Zealand a step closer to securing its ongoing energy supply with the support of the Gas Security Fund.
15 September, 2026
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RIF helps Taranaki harness its know-how
The government is investing $3 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund to an industry-led Taranaki initiative to help local firms pursue large-scale procurement projects.
10 September, 2026
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Hydrogen RIF package to support regional opportunities
A new $30 million funding package has been set aside within the Regional Infrastructure Fund (RIF) to support projects that help grow New Zealand’s hydrogen sector.
28 August, 2026
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Supporting Chatham Islands connectivity
The government is investing more than $15 million through the Regional Infrastructure Fund (RIF) to strengthen critical transport and fuel infrastructure on the Chatham Islands.
26 August, 2026
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Northland dry dock fast-track consent application lodged
The Northland shipyard and dry dock project has reached an important milestone, with a substantive fast-track application submitted to the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) on 20 August.
26 August, 2026
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Ngāmotu Marae to be built in central New Plymouth
The Government is providing up to $8.6 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund (RIF) to Ngāti Te Whiti, the mana whenua of New Plymouth, to establish a new marae in the heart of the city.
8 July, 2026
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RIF loan supports new freight hub
A loan of up to $22.4 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund (RIF) will support the rail component of Te Utanganui – a major new freight hub in Palmerston North that links rail, road, air and sea.
8 July, 2026
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RIF backs joint iwi mussel spat project
A new mussel spat nursery will be established in Houhora Bay, Northland, supported by a $4.5 million Regional Infrastructure Fund (RIF) loan.
7 July, 2026
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Crucial flood resilience work begins in Southland
One of the largest flood resilience investments by the Regional Infrastructure Fund (RIF) is underway in Southland, with physical works beginning on the Mataura River flood resilience infrastructure upgrade.
25 May, 2026