DOIA 2324 0823 Decision Letter.pdf

10 November 2023
Ref: DOIA 2324-0823
Stephen Prendergast
Email: [FYI request #24432 email]
Tēnā koe Stephen Prendergast
Thank you for your email of 13 October 2023 to the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment
(MBIE) requesting, under the Official Information Act 1982 (the Act), the following information:
For OIA requests the department has received covering the RAL Administration /
liquidation since 1-Oct-2022 please supply the identifier, the request text, decision on
response, whether the response has been publicly released by MBIE, as wel as any
ancil ary responses by MBIE to the original request .
On 19 October 2023, MBIE contacted you to clarify what information you sought regarding the “decision
on response and any ancillary responses”. On 25 October 2023, you replied to provide clarity on these
matters:
Happy to assist although it's pretty clear I am asking for what decision was made in
regards to each OIA. I would expect this to be an easily extracted data point from
your register.
With regard to my request for ancil ary items it's my experience that it's usual
approach to ask for clarification, fortuitously extending the timeframes. These
requests largely form the category of ancil ary responses. MBIE may be inclined to
regard them as administrative.
Please find the information attached in Annex One. This includes a table with the requested information;
broken down by identifier, the request text, MBIE’s decision on the response, and the administrative
action taken such as requesting clarification or extending timeframes. Please note no Official Information
Act Requests within this scope have been proactively released.
Please note the scope of your request only captures requests made to MBIE – in addition to those listed,
MBIE has also processed requests made to the former Minister for Economic and Regional Development,
Hon Stuart Nash, and the former Minister for Regional Development, Hon Kiri Allan.
If you wish to discuss any aspect of your request or this response, or if you require any further assistance,
please contact [email address].
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You have the right to seek an investigation and review by the Ombudsman of this decision. Information
about how to make a complaint is available at www.ombudsman.parliament.nz or freephone 0800 802
602.
Nāku noa, nā
Robert Pigou
Deputy Chief Executive and Head of
Kānoa – Regional Economic Development & Investment Unit
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Annex One:
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Initial Request:
On 11 November 2022, MBIE notified the requestor it was
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Information with timeline of events involved in requests (please interpret 'requests'
extending the time available to make a decision on the
broadly) for funding or financial support of any form made in respect of Ruapehu Alpine
request until 30 March 2023 due to the large volume of
information in scope.
13 October
Lifts.
2022
On 16 November 2022, with the requestor's agreement, the
Copies of documents involved in funding requests made in respect of Ruapehu Alpine
scope of the request was narrowed.
Lifts.
This request was responded to in ful , with some documents
withheld under section 9(2)(b)(ii) of the Act.
Details of decisions made in respect of the requests referenced above.
This response was combined with DOIA 2223-0808 from the
Details of any research or validation done to support decision-making.
same requestor.
The decision was sent on 20 December 2022.
Details of any further information requested by MBIE in respect of any requests.
Specific information on whether MBIE made or considered any assessment on economic
contribution RAL was making in the provinces or NZ broadly. Similar information on any
assessment of the impact of RAL ceasing to trade.
Reasons for the decisions made.
Narrowed Request:
1. Information with timeline of events involved in requests (please interpret 'requests'
broadly) for funding or financial support of any form made in respect of Ruapehu Alpine
Lifts.
In reference to the fol owing comments from the Hon'ble Mr Nash quoted in the
following article: https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/business/476682/ruapehu-alpine-lifts-
minister-stuart-nash-defends-decision-to-decline-further-funding
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"They did come to government and ask us for more money. Myself and the minister of
finance took a good hard look at this and decided we would go with the advice we
received from our officials," Nash said.
2. Please provide details/copies of this "ask” ("They did come to government and ask")
3. Which Ministry, department or agency, specifically, was asked?
4. Please provide details/copies of this advice ("we received from our officials")
5. In the advice or communications involved in requesting or providing the advice were
any concerns raised about the governance or management of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts. Was
there any mention of the majority shareholder of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts (The Trust)?
Please provide details/copies.
6. Please provide copies of any documents or written communications involved in the
advice.
7. Please provide details/copies of the brief, or briefs, given by Mr Nash or Mr Robertson
(Minister of Finance) to prompt the advice from officials.
8. Did Mr Nash make the decision in the capacity of Minister of Economic Regional
Development or in his capacity as Minister of Tourism or in another Capacity?
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In reference to the fol owing comments from the Hon'ble Mr Nash quoted in the
This request was responded to in ful .
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following article: https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/business/476682/ruapehu-alpine-lifts-
This response was combined with DOIA 2223-0764 (see
minister-stuart-nash-defends-decision-to-decline-further-funding
above) from the same requestor.
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"They did come to government and ask us for more money. Myself and the minister of
2022
finance took a good hard look at this and decided we would go with the advice we
received from our officials," Nash said.
Please provide details of this "ask' ("They did come to government and ask").
Which Ministry, department or agency, specifically, was asked?
Please provide details of this advice ("we received from our officials")
In the advice or communications involved in requesting or providing the advice were any
concerns raised about the governance or management of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts. Was
there any mention of the majority shareholder of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts (The Trust)?
Please provide details.
Please provide copies of any documents or written communications involved in the
advice.
Please provide details of the brief, or briefs, given by Mr Nash or Mr Robertson (Minister
of Finance) to prompt the advice from officials.
Did Mr Nash make the decision in the capacity of Minister of Economic Regional
Development or in his capacity as Minister of Tourism or in another Capacity?
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What financial or any other interests does Crown Regional Holdings have in Ruapehu
This request was responded to in ful .
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Alpine Lifts (RAL) or assets or business activities undertaken by RAL?
The decision was sent on 16 November 2022.
What security does Crown Regional Holdings have over its interests in RAL or assets or
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business activities undertaken by RAL?
2022
What actions has Crown Regional Holdings, or any agent or manager acting on its behalf,
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taken to protect or enforce its security interests in RAL or assets or business activities
undertaken by RAL?
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I’d like to request documentation relating to the decisions to provide financial support to  Part of the request was refused under section 18d of the Act
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Ruapehu Alpine Lifts (RAL) LTD. Particularly, but not limited to, cabinet papers and
as all documents in scope would soon be publicly available.
briefing notes to the minister.
The remaining part of this request was transferred to the
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office of the previous Minister for Economic and Regional
2022
Development, Hon Stuart Nash.
The decision was sent on 20 December 2022.
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Al  correspondence between Minister Stuart Nash or individuals in his office and MBIE
On 20 January 2023, MBIE notified the requestor it was
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regarding Mount Ruapehu and RAL's administration between October 1 and December 5.  extending the time available to make a decision on the
Please note correspondence should include but not be limited to:
request to 3 March 2023, due to the volume of the material in
text messages, emails, briefing documents and notes
scope and to allow time to consult with relevant third parties.
5 December
2022
Part of the request was refused under section 18(d) of the Act
as the information would soon be publicly available. The
decision to refuse this information was communicated on 20
January, alongside the extension notification.
Some information was withheld in full under section
9(2)(ba)(i) of the Act.
Some information within the released documents was
withheld under sections 9(2)(a), 9(2)(b)(ii), 9(2)(f)(ii), 9(2)(f)(iv)
and 9(2)(g)(i) of the Act.
The decision was sent on 2 March 2023.
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Please provide me with a copy of the legal documentation pertaining to the Tourism
This request was transferred to Taupō District Council under
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Infrastructure Bonds issued by Ruapehu Alpine Lifts Limited, to various bondholders
section 14(b)(i) of the Act as MBIE did not hold the
17 May 2023  including Taupo District Council, and various local iwi.
information.
The decision was sent on 23 May 2023.
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This OIA request is urgent, given the possibility of government financial assistance, and
therefore the dissipation of taxpayer funds.
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Patutokotoko and the Turoa whanau note that a preferential right to apply for a limited
This request was transferred to the Department of
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supply concession was agreed to specifically for RAL to apply for a concession. The
Conservation (DOC) under section 14(b)(i) of the Act as MBIE
29 May 2023 Officers report also outlines that the process for recognising a Preferential right to apply
did not hold the information.
recognises “the value of well performing incumbent operators”. Can you please explain
The decision was sent on 13 June 2023.
how the current process you are undertaking to transfer the concession recognises the
value of well performing incumbent operators?
Patutokotoko and the Turoa whanau also note that Clause 7.1 states:
“The Concessionaire must not transfer, sub licence, assign, mortgage or otherwise
dispose of the Concessionaire’s interest under this Concession or any part of it (which
includes the Concessionaire’s interest under this Concession or any part of it (which
includes the Concessionaire entering into a contract or any other arrangement
whatsoever whereby the Concession Activity would be carried out by a person (called the
assignee) other than the concessionaire) without the prior written consent of the
Grantor.”
Please provide a copy of the written consent of the Grantor to the Concessionaire
allowing for the transfer of the concession. Furthermore please provide any information
or advice to the Decision Maker regarding how Section 4 of the Conservation act was
applied in the decision to allow for the transfer.
Patutokotoko and the Turoa whanau note that under section 3.4 (a) that the first exise
date for the concession is 1 December 2022. At that time and in accordance with section
3.2 (c) (i ) the concessionaire must demonstrate “ the extent to which the Concessionaire
has recognised and shown respect for Ngāti Uenuku and Ngāti Rangi’s kawa, tikanga, and
values over the Tūroa Ski Area (including its impact on Ruapehu)
Please provide any copies of correspondence between the incumbent concessionaire and
the grantor regarding this matter. Please also provide similar correspondence relating to
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Tūwharetoa (as per the Whakapapa Concession)

Please provide copies of any relationship agreement with Ngāti Rangi, Ngāti Uenuku,
Tūwharetoa and Ngā Tangata Tiaki

You have noted that Pure Tūroa are wil ing to engage with Ngāti Patutokotoko – we
would ask that the Crown as a party to the agreement (noting the undisclosed financial
contribution that the Crown is making to the future concessionaire) insists that this
occurs within the next 2 weeks or negotiations are halted until an opportunity to engage
has been allowed for.
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Why have MBIE taken over control of the voluntary administration if RAL? What has this  MBIE provided a written response to the questions but
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cost MBIE to date (contractor’s, in house etc)? Do you think it is appropriate and legal for  refused the request for legal advice and correspondence
3 June 2023
a creditor to assume control? Seems highly irregular and contrary to the companies
under section 18(g) of the Act, that the information requested
(voluntary administration) regulations. Please provide the legal advice that has given you  is not held by the department or venture or Minister of the
this authority. Please explain the delays in getting a season pass sale underway.
Crown.
Please provide all correspondence explaining your actions.
The decision was sent on 30 June 2023.
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2. Copies of correspondence between MBIE or the Department of Conservation with the  This request was withdrawn fol owing discussions between
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following parties:
the requestor and MBIE.
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a. Hickman family (and developer funders, also trading as Pure Turoa)
b. Mazey/Elworthy consortium associated with Whakapapa ski area.
3. Correspondence from the PWC administrators to Robert Pigou (or other staff
associated with ski area licence transfer) in relation to the parties named at a and b
above.
6. Analysis undertaken by MBIE or other ministries determining who the interested iwi
and hapū are in relation to the maunga.
8. Copies of any assessment undertaken by MBIE or its agents addressing cultural or
environmental risks associated with the transfer of leases, licences, or concessions
(associated with above ski areas).
10. Any analysis undertaken by MBIE or its agents or future licence holder in respect of
the use of the family name ‘Turoa’ for the current or future operation of the ski area.
11. Copies of advice/briefings received by Minister Allan from MBIE, its agents, or other
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ministries in relation to the transfer and future operation of the ski areas on the maunga
Ruapehu.
12. Copies of any business case in support of a Crown decision to invest funds in the
Whakapapa or Turoa ski fields.
13. Copies of any material/analysis associated with the Crown’s indemnification of
parties operating the Whakapapa and Turoa ski fields, in relation to environmental clean
up following ski field failure.
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1. Al  communication and relevant documents between MBIE and iwi on the prospective  On 28 June 2023, the requestor was notified by MBIE that
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sale of the Ruapehu skifields from 2022 and 2023.
part four of the request was transferred to DOC, as the
22 June 2023  2. Al  communication and relevant documents between DOC and MBIE on the
information was not held by MBIE but believed to be held by
prospective sale of the Ruapehu skifields from 2022 and 2023.
DOC.
3. All communication and relevant documents between MBIE and Minister Kiri Allan on
On 21 July 2023, MBIE wrote to the requestor to advise it was
the prospective sale of the Ruapehu skifields from 2022 and 2023.
extending the time available to make a decision on the
4. Al  communication and relevant documents between DOC and RSSA on the
request to 18 August 2023, due to the volume of the material
prospective sale of the Ruapehu skifields from 2022 and 2023.
in scope.
Some documents were refused under section 18(d) of the Act,
as the information requested is or will soon be publicly
available.
Some other documents were withheld in ful  under section
9(2)(g)(i) of the Act.
Some information in the released documents was withheld
under sections 9(2)(a), 9(2)(b)(ii), 9(2)(f)(ii), 9(2)(f)(iv) and
9(2)(g)(i) of the Act.
The decision was sent on 18 August 2023.
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MBIE's communication with iwi around the Mount Ruapehu ski fields conversation.
Documents requested for Question 3 of the request were
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Please advise the fol owing, under the OIA: 1. What date MBIE were aware of iwi putting  refused under section 18(d) of the Act, as the information
27 June 2023  a deal on the table, to bid for ownership of the Ruapehu Skifields. 2. What date MBIE
requested is or wil  soon be publicly available.
informed the government and relevant Minister of this deal. 3. Communication between
MBIE and the government/ relevant Ministers on MBIE's dealings with iwi consultation
The remainder of the request was responded to in ful .
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surrounding the ski fields. 4. Any complaints received to MBIE from ministers,
The decision was sent on 26 July 2023.
government agencies, stakeholders, or iwi representatives about MBIE's dealings with iwi
and consultation on the matter.
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Can you please send me any paperwork regarding the Tuwharetoa bid for Ruapehu?
This request was refused in full under sections 9(2)(b)(i ),
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9(2)(ba)(i) and 9(2)(j) of the Act.
27 June 2023
The decision was sent on 26 July 2023.
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Can you please send us the letter Minister Allan sent to the chief executive of MBIE
This request was transferred to the office of the former
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regarding the Tuwharetoa bid for Mt Ruapehu.
Minister for Regional Development, Hon Kiri Allan, in
27 June 2023
accordance with section 14(b)(ii) of the Act.
The decision was sent on 11 July 2023.
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1 - I would like to request all details and contents of correspondence, via email or any
The scope of the request was narrowed on 3 August 2023 in
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other written form, between MBIE and Pure Turoa Limited(PTL) and Whakapapa
consultation with the requestor.
18 July 2023  Holdings Limited(WHL) between the dates of 1st January 2022 and 18th July 2023.
On 15 August 2023, MBIE notified the requestor it was
2 - I am also requesting any briefings or corrspondence MBIE provided to the Ministers
extending the time available to make a decision on the
on the subject of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts and its insolvency, and al  related parties including  request, until 6 October 2023, because the request
Department of Conservation, PTL, WHL, and ANZ bank.
necessitated a search through a large quantity of information.

Part one of this request was refused under sections 9(2)(b)(ii)
Narrowed scope for question 2:
and 9(2)(j) of the Act.
I am also requesting any briefings or correspondence MBIE provided to the Ministers on
Due to the large volume of search results, part two of the
the subject of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts and its insolvency.
request was partially refused under section 18(f) of the Act.
Some information within the released documents was
withheld under sections 9(2)(a), 9(2)(b)(ii), 9(2)(f)(iv), 9(2)(h)
and 9(2)(j) of the Act.
The decision was sent on 6 October 2023.
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1. Briefing 3108 17-18 Ruapehu Alpine Lifts Alpine Aerial Tram proposal un redacted
On 22 September 2023, MBIE notified the requestor it was
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2. I also request all advice to ministers related to the PGF $5m loan to Ruapehu Alpine
request, until 30 October 2023, because consultations
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lifts, and where such documents are already public I ask that you review them and
necessary to make a decision on the request were such that a
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update redactions, in light of the passage of time.
proper response could not reasonably be made within the

original time limit.
3. I request the value of work to date related to Ruapehu Alpine Lifts (either supplied to
Questions 4, 5 and 6 of this request were refused under
MBIE and or paid for by MBIE), by Chapman Tripp and separately by Calibre Partners.

section 18(e) of the Act, as the information did not exist or
4. I also request a copy of the “independent review” commissioned by MBIE related to
could not be located.
the $10m PGF loan to Ruapehu Alpine Lifts. This review is referred to in briefing doc
The remainder of the request was responded to, though some
“tracking # 3108 17-18” on pg 8.
information within the released documents was withheld

under section 9(2)(a) of the Act.
5. I also request al  communication that relates to engaging Bruce Stockwell and or David  The decision was sent on 30 October 2023.
Mazey to provide advice about Ruapehu Alpine Lifts. This request includes, but is not
limited to, texts and emails.

6. Further, l request all documents, including memos, reports, briefings and contracts,
related to a $200,000 facility or similar for the remuneration of Stockwell and or Mazey. I
include in my request any arrangement for the purchase of their advice that is routed
through PwC.

7. I request to know if either Stockwell or Mazey have been paid by MBIE (including
where payment is routed through PwC).

8. If they have been paid, how much have they been paid (please separate totals for
each)?

9. I also request to know if it is stil  possible that either is paid in the future through this
facility.
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Alpine Lifts (RAL) in or around 2018.
extending the time available to make a decision on the

request, until 6 November 2023, because consultations
2. Please provide me with all applications for PGF funds made for investment in RAL in or  necessary to make a decision on the request were such that a
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original time limit.
3. Please confirm whether or not Dr Charlotte Severne participated in the PGF
The request was responded to in ful .
Independent Advisory Panel’s consideration of the RAL investment.

Some information was withheld under sections  9(2)(a),
4. Please confirm whether a conflict of interest was declared relating to Dr Charlotte
9(2)(b)(i) and 9(2)(b)(ii) of the Act.
Severne and her shareholding links (either recent or current in 2018) to Tuwharetoa
The decision was sent on 6 November 2023.
companies also planning to invest in the RAL gondola project.

5. Please reconsider the redactions of the following documents in light of the passage of
time and provide me with the following documents (already publicly released): KiwiRail
Dunedin Hillside Workshops Better Business Case (circa 2019); KiwiRail Dunedin Hillside
Workshops PGF application.

Please also provide me with all assessments and evaluations of the PGF investment in the
Hillside Workshops.
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to the Administration and subsequent liquidation proceedings for Ruapehu Alpine Lifts.
The decision was sent on 6 October 2023.

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Al  documents, including emails and texts, related to bidder access to RAL’s data room or  On 9 October 2023, in a response to MBIE, the requestor
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similar from Oct 1 2022 to March 31 2023. This part of my requests includes, but is not
clarified that the date range of 1 October 2022 to 1 May 2023
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limited to, communication with Calibre Partners and PwC.
should apply to al  parts of the request.
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For the first part of the request, some information was
In addition, please confirm which parties gained access to the RAL data room or similar,
withheld under sections 9(2)(a) and 9(2)(b)(ii) of the Act.
and please breakdown this group by the date on which each party gained access. Please
cover the period October 1 2022 to May 1 2023.
The request to “breakdown this group by the date on which
each party gained access” was refused under section 18(e) of

the Act, as the information did not exist.
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The decision was sent on 30 October 2023.

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The detailed Bil ing records from Chapman Tripp and Calibre for the work undertaken on This information was provided with some detail withheld
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the RAL Administration/Liquidation.
under sections 9(2)(b)(ii), 9(2)(h) and 9(2)(j) of the Act.
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The decision was sent on 9 November 2023.
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Please supply all communications from 01 November 2022 to present, including but not
A decision is pending.
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limited to Texts , Emails, Phone records, Social messages where the subject or content
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included the discussion of OIA requests on RAL liquidation or Administration.
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Original Request:
On 25 October 2023, in a response to MBIE, the requestor
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Please provide all advice to ministers related the decision of roughly Oct 3 to provide
agreed to narrow the scope of their request.
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further funds of some $7m to Ruapehu Alpine Lifts and or preferred bidders. Please also
A decision is pending.
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provide the related Cabinet Paper and Minutes.
I also request all information related the appointment of a receiver for RAL and al
discussions related to the purpose of appointing a receiver.

I also request all information related to bidders for RAL assets. This includes, but is not
limited to, information related to the provision and timing of Crown funding for Pure
Tūroa and for Whakapapa Holdings. This also includes but is not limited to all information
related to the Ruapehu Skifields Stakeholders Association.

For clarity, I include in “information" all emails, texts, memos, and reports, including
communication with and work produced by Calibre Partners and its employees and also
PwC and its employees.
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Please cover the period of June 1 2023 to the present.
Narrowed request:
Please provide all advice to ministers related to the decision of roughly Oct 3 to provide
further funds of some $7m to Ruapehu Alpine Lifts and or preferred bidders. Please also
provide the related Cabinet Paper and Minutes.
I also request all communication with Calibre Partners related to the appointment of a
receiver for RAL.
I also request all communication with Calibre Partners related to the selection of RAL
bidders: Pure Tūroa and Whakapapa Holdings and any of these companies'
representatives.
For clarity, I include in “communication" all emails and texts, and any related memos and
reports or similar.
Please cover the period of June 1 2023 to the present.
DOIA 23240- Original request: I wish to be provided with the following material which is related to the On 9 October 2023, in a response to MBIE, the requestor
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communication between MBIE and al other parties on the matter of the Voluntary
agreed to narrow the scope of the request.
9 October
Administration and Liquidation of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts, and the transfer of the current
On 7 November 2023, MBIE notified the requestor it was
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concessions to other parties.
extending the time available to make a decision on the
request, until 29 November 2023, because consultations
This request covers the period 01 January 2021 onwards. Where DOcuments indicate
necessary to make a decision on the request are such that a
that there are related correspondence dating back to 1 January 2020 this is also
requested.
proper response cannot reasonably be made within the
original time limit.
Please supply :
A decision is pending.
* All correspondence between MBIE staff and other agencies regarding RAL or RSsA
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*Al correspondence between MBIE and al other parties, including but not restricted too
Calibre partners and Chapman Tripp , regarding the current concession provisions
* All correspondence between MBIE and other government departments regarding the
management of the Tongariro NP concessions
*All correspondence between MBIE and the voluntary administrators /Liquidators (PwC)
* Al correspondence between MBIE and any other party regarding the transfer of the
concessions for Whakapapa and Turoa skifields
I would request that this information be provided inside the statutory timeframe
outlined in the relevant sections of the OI Act.
If you have any questions please come back to me on this email address.
Narrowed request: You have indicated that a narrowing of the parameters relating to this
request is advisable.
I note that some exchanges are by text and in some cases may even involve alternate
messaging processes such as Telegram, WhatsApp, Signal etc. These channels included in
this request.
1. Please supply all correspondence between mbie and Te Arawhiti in the period 1 March
2023 to 30 September 2023 where subject includes RAL Or TNMP Or Tongariro National
Park or NPMP or Pure Turoa or Whakapapa Holdings.
2. The final Lodged version of the RAL negotiation parameters Cab paper referred to be
Erin Hill in her email 19 May.
3. Final advice on make good provisions, referenced by Karl Woodward 23 May
incorporating Chapman Tripp advice.
4. All correspondence starting 1 March 2023 from Murray Beatson covering RAL
Administration and options.
5. All MBIE correspondence covering terms Watershed, postponement, RSSA. These
conditions to be exclusively searched including the generic RAL primary term.
6. All correspondence including the terms RAL and "Pure Turoa OR PTL", RAL and
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"Whakapapa Holdings OR WHL".
7. Key exchanges between mbie and Treasury covering RAL administration or liquidation
or make good provisions.
8. Cabinet Funding Options Paper referenced by Erin Hil - 25 May.
9. Key advice on this paper from other agencies or External consultants.
In the interests of expediency I have provided detailed information and expect that this
will substantially assist in your activity.
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