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Helping people achieve their potential top MSD's Central Agenda
Associate Minister for Social Development and Employment, Darren Hughes, who is MP for Otaki and represents the
districts of Horowhenua and Kapiti, says the plan contains a number of significant projects that will have a positive
effect on many people in the region.
The regional plan, which is being launched today, is one of 11 being rolled out across New Zealand. The plans set out
each region’s issues and development opportunities and how the Ministry is responding to these.
The Central region plan covers the Kapiti, Horowhenua, Manawatu, Tararua and Wairarapa areas.
Rob Laurs
Private Secretary - Advisory/Media
Office of Hon Darren Hughes
MP for Otaki
Minister of Statistics
Deputy Leader of the House
Associate Minister for Social Development and Employment
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