The ‘QUEER AVENGERS’ MARCH was September 26^th 2011 Central Wellington it started at Ministry Of Education Courtyard and went through to Lambton Key . The first political activist EWcampaign of its kind in New Zealand, to queer the schools in New Zealand.  The word ‘Queer’ was used to mash to multiple transgender diversity that was being promoted throughout NZ by the Queer Avengers and the Socialist Marxist Far Left Workers Party NZ. Byron Clark mayoral campaign in Christchurch 2007 representing the Workers Party NZ. He was a key player and wrote articles in ‘The Spark’ and ‘Fightback’ magazine published by the Workers Party NZ. He is the author of the book ‘FEAR’ that targets anyone that speaks up in opposition to NZ Govt. He names those in his book.. Voices for Freedom, Counter Spin, Groundswell Lee Williams, myself and many others. He character assassinate all those that resided Parliaments grounds. He holds seminars and workshops at Massey University and writes for the main stream news. His book is in the governments archives. Those that speak out about the governments narratives he calls ‘the hostile underworld of extremists’

WHY DID IRELAND’S AGRICULTURE MINISTER -MICHAEL McCONLOGUE AND HIS DELEGATIONS RECENTLY VISIT NZ.?

They visited Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington. They were visiting 74 cities in 44 countries. Cities in China-Shanghai and Beijing and Hong Kong. Melbourne, Canberra, Perth Berlin, cities across the US, Germany etc., etc.,  This was called the ‘ Global Ireland’ strategy, and  specifically requested a visit to NZ. Irelands Agriculture Minister had been previous engagements before with Damien O’Connor where Ireland & NZ Govts have been collaborating in the areas of agriculture, sustainability, emissions reductions and food space. Both Governments have similar agricultural models which are pasture based, therefore looking for common solutions.

NZ & Ireland share a joint research initiative, funded by both countries to the tune of $11.9 million, to identify new tools and new technologies and to reduce emissions on grass based production systems. NZ and Ireland Govts collaborating & investing together.

NZ and Ireland together embracing change, new dimensions from the food point of view, also reducing the emission footprint.  Ireland’s Agriculture Minister said “to achieve this, everyone must be pulling the same way on one rope, everyone on the same page- it’s easier to generate fear and farmers have always been innovative & transformative- this is a new innovation & transformation that is required”

The  Irish Govts delegations global tour is about emphasising the importance of Irelands membership to the EU, This being Ireland’s 50^th anniversary of accession to the EU Communities. To re-affirm their steadfast commitment to Ukraine, to connect with Irish communities overseas and to further build on relationships with key political, business leaders, decision makers, influencers and stakeholders across the world. Whilst in NZ  Ireland’s delegation took part in a ceremonial handover of two ‘inshore patrol vessels which the Irish Govt purchased of the NZ Govt. (Published Dept Of Defence 14/3/2023) which took place at Devonport Naval Base. The vessels had be purchased in 2022 for $26 million. The two vessels were restored, refitted at Devonport Naval Base with specific equipment required by Ireland’s Navy Service, that the Irish Govt require for the evolving nature of security at seas to safeguard Irelands waters and to enhance maritime security activities (Report by Irelands Minister defence Michael Martin). The inshore patrol vessels are part of the acquisitions for strategic measures being implemented by Ireland’s government, to increase the capabilities of Ireland Naval Service.

Michael Malone, Commodore of the Irish Navy said “The NZ purchased inshore patrol vessels (IPV’s) will strengthen Irelands Naval fleet by introducing new ‘Electronic Warfare’, Intelligence gathering capabilities, protect Irish interests. The NZ vessels were the former HMNZ Rotoiti  & Pukaki. The overall length of the Inshore Patrol vessels are 55 metres, length waterline- 50.6 metres. Beam moulded-9 metres, draft moulded-2.43 metres, propellers- 2.9 metres. Height (keel to top of mast) 20 metres

https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/politics/irelands-ag-minister-hails-kiwi-irish-synergies/

https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/mcconalogue-to-visit-new-zealand-this-st-patricks-day/

https://www.gov.ie/en/press-release/2ae2a-ceremonial-handover-of-two-inshore-patrol-vessels-ipvs-from-the-new-zealand-government-to-the-irish-government/

(Beehive Website)

16/1/2023 Trade & Export- Agriculture Minister Damien O’Connor (Beehive Website) to attend the World Economic Forum and visiting Europe to discuss the agriculture Trade and in climate change and food security, World Trade Org., (UN) reform and NZ Agriculture Innovation in meetings at DAVOS then travelling on to Berlin for the Global Forum for Food and Agriculture meetings with the German Govt and industry leaders. (Refers to Climate Change challenge of all countries). Beehive report that “The World Economic Forum bring together civil society, business, political leader annually  (Did not mention philanthropist like Gates, nor royalty and those wealthy from Silicon Valley)

The Beehive documents that “This years World Economic Forum theme is ‘Cooperation in a Fragmented World’. Damien O’Connor participating in a panel on indigenous trade and attending a Swiss hosted ministerial meeting with a Canada hosted group namely the ‘Ottawa Group’ Damien O’Connor said that the Global Forum for Food and Agriculture provides a showcase for NZ’s global leadership, innovation in sustainable agriculture. It’s the worlds largest informal conference of agriculture ministers and industry. NZ’s attendance is reported t enhance the govts credentials as a global leader in agriculture innovation.

The Ottawa Group meeting presents the opportunity to discuss how we work towards this goal with our partners,” Damien O’Connor said.

Damien O’Connor said the Global Forum for Food and Agriculture provides a platform to showcase New Zealand’s global leadership and innovation in sustainable agriculture. O’Connor was” looking for partnership opportunities for climate research in agriculture” he said. O’Connor referred to the WEF DAVOS meetings and the Global Forum for Foods and Agriculture as an opportunity to lobby for the ratification of the EU-NZ Free Trade Agreement as well as for NZ’s candidate for Director General of the International Organization of Vine and Wine (OIV) Dr. John Barker. Damien O’Connor travelling from 17/1/2023 to 25/1/2023

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1st December 2022. Govt Investment to support Maori Business and Jobs in the Primary Sector- Damien O’Connor and Meka Whaitiri speakers in the House.  Total exports by Māori businesses have grown by 38% since 2017 to $872 million, with the majority from the food and fibre sector. Launch of Rautaki mo te Taurikura action plan to support the continued growth of Māori food and fibre sector.

Support for Māori agribusiness innovation and workforce development.-Co-investment in a trial embedding mātauranga Māori in farming practices to improve soil quality and clean up waterways. The Government is investing in more on-the-ground support, innovation, and workforce development as part of a new plan to grow Māori businesses and jobs in the food and fibre sector.

Associate Agriculture Minister Meka Whaitiri announced  “so we can lift sustainability, maintain our international competitive edge and grow export value, we’re kick-starting that mahi by co-investing in a $723,200 project led by Māori farming company Ātihau-Whanganui Incorporation, which operates 42,000 hectares of whānau farms in the Manawatū-Whanganui region. The project will involve an innovative trial embedding mātauranga Māori into farming practices, delivering measurable environmental benefits around improving soil quality and cleaning up waterways.

Investing in projects like this will ensure our Māori agribusinesses can lift productivity across their land, by providing up to date advice to adjust their practices and innovate, so that growth in exports can continue and provide jobs across the sector,” Meka Whaitiri said.  The Ministry for Primary Industries’ Sustainable Food and Fibre Futures fund (SFF Futures) will contribute $433,920 to the project.

Total exports by Māori businesses have grown from $630 million in 2017 to $872 million in 2021, with the majority from the food and fibre sector. “we launched Rautaki mo te Taurikura – Embracing change for prosperity, which is a detailed plan to support the Māori food and fibre sector and drive even more growth in the years to come,” Meka Whaitiri said.  Adding that  “This builds on multiple investments from Budget 2022, including $34 million to put extra Māori agribusiness advisors in the regions, and $35 million to support Māori-led innovation and mātauranga-based approaches to reducing on-farm emissions, includes the use of workshops, targeted groups, field days and other on-farm activities to share the most up to date information on low emissions practices.

We’ve also invested in projects to help landowners improve their productivity, create training opportunities and jobs, and develop innovative practices and products to grow Māori exports.”. “Māori are uniquely positioned to convert the challenges ahead into opportunities – and to lead the way for others to do the same,” Meka Whaitiri said. “Purchasing decisions of consumers abroad are increasingly being driven by their values, as they question how products were produced and by who. New Zealand’s future opportunities lie in aligning with their values, and this sector plan helps take us there,” Agriculture Minister Damien O’Connor said.

“Supporting the Māori primary sector to expand and achieve its aspirations is a key part of the Government and sector’s Fit for a Better World roadmap, which aims to add $44 billion to primary sector export revenue across the next 10 years.”

The Rautaki mo te Taurikura plan will be reviewed in 2024. The plan can be downloaded here: Budget 2022 also included $40 million to deliver industry transformation plans for the food and beverage, fisheries, and the forestry and wood processing sectors, which we’re developing in partnership with industry and Māori.”

Other SFF Futures initiatives with Maori include a $19.9 million project with Spring Sheep to expand into the Taranaki region in partnership with Parininihi ki Waitotara (PKW) and an $11.6 million programme with Ngāi Tahu Farming Limited  And Ngāi Tūāhuriri to take part in a whole-farm scale study in North Canterbury to validate the science of regenerative farming. The Government’s commitment to helping farmers adapt to shifting consumer expectations is demonstrated by the co-investment of about $530 million with the sector across 230 SFF Futures projects to date. https://www.mpi.govt.nz/dmsdocument/54376