The Audit Office declined a full inquiry into proposed LNG procurement but says it will monitor the process closely as requested by Labour.
Infrastructure 2 mins to read Audit Office encourages Mbie to get LNG procurement process right It says it will consider taking a further look at the process at a later stage.. Labour energy spokesperson Dr Megan Woods asked the Audit Office to investigate the proposed LNG import facility.. Brent Edwards Thu, 14 May 2026 © All content copyright NBR.. Do not reproduce in any form without permission, even if you have a paid subscription.. The
Audit Office has declined to launch an inquiry into the procurement process for the proposed liquefied natural gas facility but says it will monitor it carefully.. In a letter to the Audit Office on March 31, the Labour Party energy spokesperson Dr Megan Woods requested an inquiry.. The proposal Want to read more?. It’s easy.. Choose your subscription Already have an account?. Login Smartphone Only Subscription NZ$29.95 / monthly Monthly Premium Online Subscription NZ$49.95 /
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