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IrrigationNZ submitted a briefing last month to the new Government this week on how water capture, storage, and efficient use can grow economic prosperity, support New Zealand's exports, and ensure long term regional resilience. Here's part of what Vanessa Winning, chief executive of IrrigationNZ, said:

IrrigationNZ has released its election manifesto, calling for policies that secure water for growing food.

The first two bills in the RMA reform package simply are not good enough.

IrrigationNZ says zero carbon targets can't be met without investment in water infrastructure.

IrrigationNZ has submitted feedback on the Water Services Bill this week to seek protection of small drinking water users in rural areas.

Irrigation New Zealand has appointed former DairyNZ manager Vanessa Winning as its new chief executive.

Four New Zealand farmers have been selected as finalists of the inaugural Zimmatic Sustainable Irrigation Awards.

Irrigation New Zealand is calling on whoever forms the next government after September 20’s election to join with it to develop a national water strategy for the country.

A national water strategy and water storage facilities top the wish list of the country’s 3500 irrigators.

IrrigationNZ is commending the Government for funding further water storage as part of its post-COVID infrastructure fast-track.