To the Minister of Conservation · 2026-09-03
"What consideration, if any, was given to a population-specific H5 risk analysis similar to Australia’s, which assesses both national conservation status and the local-level impacts?"
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To the Minister of Conservation · 2026-09-02
"Has consideration been given to facilitating wider access to the Poulvac Flufend RG vaccine, for example by allowing wildlife hospitals and bird sanctuaries to access the vaccine?"
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To the Minister of Conservation · 2026-09-02
"Has the Department of Conservation considered or trialled any vaccines other than Poulvac Flufend RG vaccine to protect native birds from H5 bird flu?"
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To the Minister of Health · 2026-04-13
"What is the current average wait time from GP referral to first specialist assessment for suspected gynaecological cancers in the Southern region, and how does this compare to national clinical guidance recommending assessment within four weeks?"
Reply: I am advised that current average wait time from GP referral to first specialist assessment for suspected gynaecological cancers in South Island region: • Nelson Marlborough: 18.6 days • South Canterbury: 18.4 days • Southern: 26.9 days • West Coast: 53.87 day. I am further advised that the West Coast average wait time is heavily distorted by the low number of patients. In addition, Canterbury district does not disaggregate data between gynaecological services, so this information cannot be accu…
To the Minister of Health · 2026-04-10
"What is the current number of practising gynaecological oncologists in the Southern region, expressed in full-time equivalents, and how has this changed over the past five years?"
Reply: I refer the Member to the attached table.
