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Waimakariri MP opens new sustainable supermarket

September 13, 2022 Share

Waimakariri MP Matt Doocey has officially opened the new Belfast Countdown store, Christchurch’s first ever Green Star rated supermarket. 

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Counsellors in Schools programme failing our young people

August 31, 2022 Share

Two years on and Labour’s $44 million ‘Counsellors in Schools’ programme has failed New Zealand's young people who are desperately in need of support, National’s Mental Health & Suicide Prevention spokesperson Matt Doocey says.

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Mental health programme way behind on targets

August 25, 2022 Share

Labour’s $455 million spend on frontline mental health services has resulted in the delivery of just two sessions, per counsellor, per day, National’s Mental Health & Suicide Prevention spokesperson Matt Doocey says.

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Supporting frontline firefighters

August 22, 2022 Share

National MP Matt Doocey has met with frontline firefighters in Christchurch who are taking industrial action over pay rates and working conditions.

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Youth MP represents Waimakariri in Wellington

August 17, 2022 Share

Waimakariri’s young people had their voices heard in Wellington last month as Youth MP Hillary Cooper delivered an impassioned speech to the House.

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Goalposts shift on after-hours project

August 15, 2022 Share

Waimakariri MP Matt Doocey says it is hugely disappointing to hear that the council is setting a curfew on the operating hours for Rangiora’s after-hours facility. 

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MP calls for greater accountability on Three Waters

August 11, 2022 Share

Waimakariri MP Matt Doocey has written to the Parliamentary committee which is taking its unpopular Three Waters reform on a mini road trip, asking them to extend their trip.

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Welcoming the next generation of politicians

July 29, 2022 Share

Waimakariri MP Matt Doocey addressed the opening of Youth Parliament 2022, calling on New Zealand’s young leaders to embrace diversity and tackle uncomfortable issues.

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Waimakariri MP slams authorities for focusing on consultation, not safer roads

July 17, 2022 Share

Waimakariri MP Matt Doocey has slammed the Government and transport agency for prioritising consultation over safety.

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Connectivity remains high on agenda for Waimakariri MP

May 08, 2022 Share

Waimakariri MP Matt Doocey has vowed to keep advocating for business owners and residents in North Canterbury for improved connectivity at his second public meeting on the subject.

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