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Trans-Tasman Roadmap to 2035

Lance D. Lavery made this Official Information request to Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

The request was partially successful.

From: Lance D. Lavery

Dear Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade,

I am writing to lodge a formal request under the Official Information Act 1982, concerning the "Trans-Tasman Roadmap to 2035." This document is pivotal in illustrating the collaborative efforts between New Zealand and Australia and is crucial for public understanding of our joint strategic objectives and their implications.
In accordance with the provisions of the Act, I respectfully seek the following information:

1. The complete and most recent version of the "Trans-Tasman Roadmap to 2035," along with comprehensive updates on its implementation from its commencement to the present.

2. Official records from the annual Leaders’ Meetings after the roadmap's initiation, including minutes, executive summaries, or key outcomes relevant to the roadmap’s progression and future directions.

3. Detailed descriptions of collaborative initiatives and projects undertaken by New Zealand and Australia, specifically those focusing on sustainable economic growth and climate change mitigation.

4. Documentation that highlights the integration of Indigenous Peoples' interests within the roadmap's framework, underlining their active participation in relevant policy-making processes.

5. Evaluative reports or studies assessing the impact of the roadmap on the Pacific region, focusing on its contribution to fostering regional peace, stability, prosperity, and resilience.

I acknowledge the necessity to balance the public's right to information with considerations of confidentiality and privacy. Therefore, I am prepared to accept this information in summarised, aggregated, anonymised, or redacted forms, as appropriate.

Please ensure that all communications regarding this request are conducted through the FYI.org.nz webserver, in the interest of maintaining a transparent and accessible process for the public.

I anticipate a response by the 17th of February 2023, as per the Act's guidelines. I am open to any necessary extensions due to the detailed nature of this request.
Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt and comprehensive response.

Should further clarification be required, or to discuss refining this request, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Yours faithfully,

Lance D. Lavery

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Kia ora Lance Lavery,

Thank you for your OIA request received on 21 December 2023 for:
I am writing to lodge a formal request under the Official Information Act 1982, concerning the "Trans-Tasman Roadmap to 2035." This document is pivotal in illustrating the collaborative efforts between New Zealand and Australia and is crucial for public understanding of our joint strategic objectives and their implications.
In accordance with the provisions of the Act, I respectfully seek the following information:

1.The complete and most recent version of the "Trans-Tasman Roadmap to 2035," along with comprehensive updates on its implementation from its commencement to the present.

2.Official records from the annual Leaders’ Meetings after the roadmap's initiation, including minutes, executive summaries, or key outcomes relevant to the roadmap’s progression and future directions.

3.Detailed descriptions of collaborative initiatives and projects undertaken by New Zealand and Australia, specifically those focusing on sustainable economic growth and climate change mitigation.

4.Documentation that highlights the integration of Indigenous Peoples' interests within the roadmap's framework, underlining their active participation in relevant policy-making processes.

5.Evaluative reports or studies assessing the impact of the roadmap on the Pacific region, focusing on its contribution to fostering regional peace, stability, prosperity, and resilience.
This email confirms receipt of your request and advises that we will respond to it as soon as reasonably practicable, and in terms of the timeframes and requirements of the OIA.

Please note that our response letter to you (with your personal details redacted), and any enclosed documents, may be published on the Ministry’s website.

Please also note that your request is formally due after the OIA summer holiday period (25 December 2023 to 15 January 2024), which are not considered working days as set out in section 2(1) of the OIA, however the Ministry will seek to provide you with a decision on your request as soon as possible.

Ngā mihi

Executive Services Division
New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade | Manatū Aorere

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Tēnā koe Lance. D Lavery,

Please see the attached information concerning your OIA request received on 21 December 2023.

Ngā mihi

Executive Services Division
New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade | Manatū Aorere

195 Lambton Quay, Private Bag 18901, Wellington 5045, New Zealand
www.mfat.govt.nz | www.safetravel.govt.nz

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Attachment OIA 28999 Lavery Collated Docs Redacted.pdf
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Tēnā koe Lance. D Lavery,

Please see the attached information concerning your OIA request received on 21 December 2023.

Ngā mihi

Executive Services Division
New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade | Manatū Aorere

195 Lambton Quay, Private Bag 18901, Wellington 5045, New Zealand www.mfat.govt.nz | www.safetravel.govt.nz

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