Penny Simmonds
Penny Simmonds is a New Zealand politician associated with the National Party, who has held ministerial roles. Her tenure has been marked by challenges, particularly in relation to government spending and policy implementation, contributing to discussions on the effectiveness of the current administration.
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Environment Minister Penny Simmonds emphasized the importance of proper e-waste disposal to prevent environmental harm.
New Zealand e-waste recycler Mint Innovation partners with global laptop giant HP, still finds local market unappealing
New Zealand· 2026-03-03
Penny Simmonds, the environment minister, stated that the merger would protect the environment while lifting prosperity for communities.
Anger over plans to abolish New Zealand’s dedicated environment ministry | New Zealand
United Kingdom· 2026-02-25
Penny Simmonds is the MP for Invercargill.
India FTA fight: Trouble brewing in coalition as Winston Peters pushes his advantage – Audrey YoungNew Zealand· 2026-01-29
MP Penny Simmonds praised Tim Shadbolt as a man of many dimensions.
Sir Tim Shadbolt farewelled in fiery, heartfelt service at packed theatreNew Zealand· 2026-01-16
Environment Minister Penny Simmonds told Tuiono the report showed evidence that climate change was affecting primary industries including fisheries.
Minister raises concerns over fish heading south due to warming watersNew Zealand· 2025-12-05
Vocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds says they will be locally led, regionally responsive and future-focused.
Mood of the Boardroom: Skills, tax and policy changes top concernsNew Zealand· 2025-09-29
Penny Simmonds was rated 2.37/5 for her performance in Environment.
Nicola Willis singles out Sir John Key in Mood of the Boardroom speechNew Zealand· 2025-09-24
Penny Simmonds was involved in discussions regarding funding requests for tertiary education.
Budget 2025: Confidential documents reveal new details of KiwiSaver, health funding, $8.5b holeNew Zealand· 2025-09-04
Penny Simmonds is the Environment Minister who ordered a board of inquiry regarding the waste-to-energy incinerator proposal.
Air of uncertainty: The contentious Waikato waste-to-energy planNew Zealand· 2025-06-17
Environment Minister Penny Simmonds told the Herald the loss of microplastics into the environment is a serious issue.
Plastic beads pollute Hauraki Gulf beaches, industry criticised for inactionNew Zealand· 2025-06-09
Penny Simmonds, Minister for Vocational Education, told the Herald from 2026 the building and construction industries would see changes including.
Construction sector stress: Calls for reform amid mental health and financial crisisNew Zealand· 2025-06-04
Vocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds said a deal had not yet been completed.
Masterton’s Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre sale not finalisedNew Zealand· 2025-05-28
Penny Simmonds is a National MP facing protests in Invercargill.
Act minister, National MPs to face protests over pay equity changesNew Zealand· 2025-05-08
Simmonds has struggled to shine in her role as Environment Minister with limited responsibilities.
Cabinet Report Card: rating the ministers in half-term review - Audrey YoungNew Zealand· 2025-04-29
Environment Minister Penny Simmonds had received advice to submit a draft paper to Cabinet for approval to consult on new regulations to support the scheme.
Farm plastic waste: Push for regulated recycling scheme by 2030New Zealand· 2025-03-31
Simmonds said polytechnics should have reviewed their operations four years ago.
Proposed cuts at NorthTec prompt dive in staff morale and concerns for unskilled workforceNew Zealand· 2025-03-16
If the mayor and the chief executive contact the minister [Penny Simmonds], she will respond.
Whanganui District Council to hold extraordinary meeting on future of food scraps serviceNew Zealand· 2025-03-07
Environment Minister Penny Simmonds said the EPA had already been working to improve the system for hazardous substances and new organisms.
Government agrees to regulatory advice to cut agriculture, horticulture product approval timesNew Zealand· 2025-02-26
Penny Simmonds lost her disabilities portfolio, illustrating the political challenges within the government.
David Seymour’s Philip Polkinghorne police letter highlights a weak Prime Minister, coalition partners off the leash - Shane Te PouNew Zealand· 2025-02-15
