2010 News

 Glading reappointed to NZ On Air board

Mr Glading who has served one term on the NZ On Air board has been appointed for a second two-year term. Appointment announcement.

Broadcasting Standards Authority new board member appointed

Te Raumawhitu (Te Rau) Kupenga has been announced by Broadcasting Minister Hon Dr Jonathan Coleman as the replacement for Auckland journalist Tapu Misa on the Authority.  Appointment announcement.

 

Interesting Speech from the new Deputy CE at Treasury

Gabriel Makhlouf delivered an interesting speech reflecting on how 'the system' works against desired focus on outcomes and reduction of compliance costs. It covers areas we have been focusing on, how we need to tell a better story to Ministers and the public on what they get for the money we spend on their behalf.  Furthermore delivery of  'the service ' doesn't mean the job is done and we all need to take responsibility for the end as well as the means.  Page 8 refers to a Performance Discussion toolkit which Treasury sees applying to Crown entity boards.  More to follow on this when available.  Full speech text here.

Strategic Management In Heritage, Sports and Cultural Sector Agencies

Following on from the work undertaken with Greg Claridge earlier this year, Greg has produced an Impact Assessment paper for MCH and the agencies we fund.  The paper is designed to be used in conjunction with the current SOI preparation process, it includes basic models, defines outcomes, a generic process for building an Outcome Framework, the measurement and use of impact data suggestions for  bringing it all together and the use of performance data.   Full paper can be viewed here.

Information from the senior managers' meeting

Compliance reporting and Planning - timeline and paper

GetSmart presentation

Notes from the draft SOI session are - to build incrementally on the 2009 framework, be simple and clear, have clear line of sight , use consistent terminology and test each element for the value its adds.

Disclosure of Chief executives expenses, gifts and hospitality

Chief executives of Public Service departments and Crown entities will be expected to disclose their expenses every six months and make this information publicly available on their agency's website with a link to Datalink  Full details and links here

Election year guidance for State servants (including Crown entity staff) Here

Digital Switchover launched

In just under three years all New Zealanders will need to have completed the switchover to digital television  The campaign to manage this process Going Digital was launched 30 November.  Press release.

Notes and resources from the OIA Workshop 30 Nov 2010

Following on from the well attended OIA workshop the presentation and resources are here.

Consultation with third parties and Workshop Handout also OIA and LGOIMA

Disclosure of expenses, gifts and hospitality

On 22 October the State Services commissioner wrote to Crown Entities re the proposed disclosure of expenses, gifts and hospitality initiative.  Comment was invited by 9 November 2010.  Letter and return here.

Consultation sought on non-casino gaming regulations

Closing 17 December cultural organisations are being asked to lodge submissions on the proposed changes.  Letter and Consultation document.

Changes to Employment Law passed

23 November 2010

Changes that will affect all employers and employees has been passed into law.  Most of the changes will be effective as at 1 April 2011.  More

Preparation of papers to the House

The procedures and protocols for the presentation of papers to the house were updated in August 2010.  Updated guidelines here

SOI updated Guidance and Requirements for Crown Entities

The updated guidance has been released and includes a what's new page (3) to identify the pertinent changes.

View the updated guidelines here.  Your agency adviser will work with you on these changes during the 2011 - 2014 SOI development process.  You will note the paragraph 4.2 which formalises the requirements for meaningful performance measures.  This is as per the work agencies have been undertaking with Greg Claridge.'

Minister of Broadcasting's address to the SPADA conference here

New Te Papa chair and board member

3 November 2010

Wira Gardiner previously a board member has been named as the new chair of the Te Papa board succeeding John Judge. Appointed to replace the member position vacated by Gardiner's appointment is Fiona Campbell of Wanaka. Minister's press release here.

Royal New Zealand Ballet appoints new artistic director

30 October 2010

Current principal dancer with the American Ballet Theatre and Dean of the School of Dance at the University of Carolina School of Arts Ethan Stiefel will take up the position in 2011. Press release

Code of Conduct Guidance for State Servants

29 October 2010

A revised version of the 2007 Public Service Code of Conduct has been issued.  This applies to all state servants including Crown Entity staff.

The announcement and all related documents and material can be viewed here.

Appointments to the National Pacific Radio Trust Board

28 October 2010

The Minister of Broadcasting the Hon Dr Coleman announced the appointments of Ulu Aiono and Sandra Kailahi to the board of the National Pacific Radio Trust  Minister's press release  here.

Performance measures and SOI 2011 - 2014 update

4 October 2010

A recap on the recent seminars and development of performance measures for the next SOI preparation.

6 August 2010 Presentation
July 2010 Presentation

More details of this year's agency assistance programme, the presentations and resources are available on the site's assistance page.

Code of funding practice on line

1 October 2010

Working together when using public funds to benefit communities is now easier when used the recently launched on-line Code of funding practice.

Appointments to the New Zealand Film Commission

27 September 2010

The Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage has appointed Cameron Harland Park Road Post General Manager Client Services  and producer and director Chris Hampson to the board of the Film Commission more 

 Cultural Philanthropy

18 September 2010

Louise Walsh Artsupport Australia opened our eyes  to a model for growing cultural philanthropy  based on the highly successful Australian model.
Artsupport paper and model

Government assistance to help with Canterbury rebuild

17 September 2010

Heritage and character buildings are an important part of Canterbury's and New Zealand's heritage. The Minister for Culture and heritage Hon Chris Finlayson announces how Government  will assist with funding up to $10 million to contribute to the repair and restoration of Canterbury's heritage.
Minister's press release here.

Digital Switchover

16 September 2010

The time and information relating to the digital  switchover has been announced by the Minister of Broadcasting Hon Dr Jonathan Coleman.
Minister's press release here
Digital Switchover 
Freeview

REAL New Zealand Showcase 2011

10 September 2010

First there was the rugby, then there was a Festival now there is a Showcase.  A wide-ranging sector showcasing programme has been announced by Rugby World Cup Minister Hon Murray McCully. Designed to showcase all the things New Zealand does well; it will ensure that the benefit from hosting Rugby World Cup 2011 will continue well after the rugby has finished.
Minister's Press Release here.

REAL New Zealand Festival 2011

9 September 2010

We all know living in and experiencing what New Zealand is and has to offer is special.  REAL New Zealand Festival 2011 celebrates this and is for locals and visitors -everyone in our Stadium of four million.
Press release
Festival funding and details
Apply for funding

Creative New Zealand's Spring newsletter

7 September 2010

For a wide range of sector news and, information the Creative New Zealand Spring newsletter provides an interesting mix.

The new face of volunteering  seminar

6 September  2010
Community and not-for-profit organisations  have a new special interest group in Wellington under the umbrella of the Human Resources Institute of New Zealand.  The 2nd and this month's talk is on the changing face of volunteering. To book or for more details.

Closing dates looms for Festival 2011 funding

6 September 2010
There are just two weeks left for groups and individuals to apply for Festival 2011 funding fro the Lotteries Fund.  Visit DIA website for details and an application form.

Service Reporting, Information and Services

31 August 2010
In the current climate of the government's expectations of increased performance measures and improved  performance information seven central government entities are, with the support of the OAG and Treasury, hosting workshops in September and October.  Topics covered are:

- One size does not fit all
- Making it all fit together
- Developing meaningful measure for outcomes (and links to outputs and impacts
- Monitoring of third parties
- Cost effectiveness
- Networks, partnerships, and relationships
- Shared outcomes

Listed here are full details on the background and on the location and schedule of the events.

Tax Changes

August 2010
The 2010 May Budget and the recent  Taxation Bill  lead a significant period of tax changes in new Zealand.

Entities need to be preparing for:
- PAYE changes
- Changes to FBT rates
- Flicking the switch on the GST rate
Other areas being focused on are credit - card expenditure and honoraria and reimbursements.

Reference to issues relating to Central Government are in this August 2010 edition.  

Making giving to Arts and Culture easy

Recent changes to tax rules make giving money and time to nonprofit organisations easier:-

- Payroll giving
- clarification of the tax treatment of volunteer honoraria and reimbursements
- removal of the cap on the donations credit for individuals, companies and Māori authorities.

A helpful summary of all these issues along with the 'How to' can be found in the Generosity Hub July 2010 newsletter.

Appointment of New Zealand Historic Places Trust Chair

20 August 2010
The Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage has appointed former Environment Court Judge Shonagh Kenderdine as chair of the New Zealand Historic Places Trust to succeed John Acland. Minister's press release here.

Creative New Zealand Bill first reading

19 August 2010
A bill which will streamline the governance of Creative New Zealand, improving its effectiveness and freeing up resources, passed its first reading in the House last night by a unanimous vote.  More details.

Unsung heroes of the New Zealand Merchant Navy to be recommended

9 August 2010
September 3 will be recognised by the Government as Merchant Navy Day, Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage Christopher Finlayson announced today. Minister's press release here.

Appointments to Te Papa board

6 August 2010
Managing Director of the Carter Group of companies Philip Cater and Auckland business woman Wendy Lai have been appointed to the board of Te Papa replacing  retiring board members Ngatata Love and the Hon Sandra Lee.  Minister's press release here.

Lotteries money to boost Rugby World Cup funding

28 July 2010
Lotteries monies of $9.5 million will be available  to support public events being staged as part of the Rugby World Cup Festival 2011.  The announcement from Minister Murray McCully.

Defining Outcomes and Strategic Performance Measures - phase two

2 August 2010
Phase two of the exercise on, performance measures started earlier this year gets underway this week.  Greg Claridge will indicate the next steps at a seminar on Friday 6 August her at the Ministry 11.00am - 12.30pm.

All staff that work in this area are invited as are CEOs, Board Chairs and members.  The OAG are interested in our work and will attend some of the sessions.

After Friday the sector group sessions will be undertaken and then the individual entities will have their one on one sessions in preparation, well in time for this year's planning, presentation of measures to your boards and signoff 2011.

Response to the Crown Entity Compliance Cost Review Group's Report

14 July 2010
The Hon Bill English emailed Crown Entity chairs and this was followed up by a letter from Secretary to the Treasury John Whitehead to chairs outlining the expectations of government.

Picking up the points raised in this letter the next phase of  the Strategic Management - Defining Outcomes and Strategic Performance Measures  with Greg Claridge is underway. (see above).

Board Appointments

National Pacific Radio Trust
Auckland Accountant Willy Johnston has been appointed for a three-year term from 1 July 2010 replacing Ken Williams.

Crown Entity Compliance Cost Review

7 July 2010
Minister of Finance Hon Bill English has emailed all Crown entity chairs in relation to starting engagement with Crown entities on performance expectations.

Minister English included the recommendations he has asked Treasury to start implementing.  More details.

Creative New Zealand Board Appointments

7 July 2010
The Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage has announced the following appointments to the Creative New Zealand Council and Arts Board.  To oversee the period of legislative change ahead for Creative New Zealand Council Chair Alastair Carruthers and Arts Board Chair Alan Sorrell are re-appointed for a year until 30 June 2011.

Council Appointments
Alastair Carruthers reappointed as the chair and as a member  until 30 June 2011.
Prof John Davidson as a member  until 30 June 2013.
Minister's press release here.

Arts Board Appointments
Alan Sorrell reappointed as the chair and as a member
Anne Rush and Jocelyn Afford as members.
All the Arts board appointments are for the period of year until 30 June 2011.
Minister's press release here.

Greeting and sign-offs in te reo

1 July 2010
As part of the proposed core expectations in the new Māori Language Strategy Ministry protocols for correspondence and email address and sign-off protocols are available here at generic Te Reo greetings.

Changes at MCH

1 July 2010
Structural changes are underway at the Ministry; interim arrangements  pending the departure of Jo Tyndall are that Murray Costello is to  manage the Broadcasting  Unit from 12 July until such time as the Media Policy Branch Manager is appointed and in place.  Jeremy Winter will stand in for Murray as Manager of the Agency Group for this period. The agency adviser allocations remain unchanged.

Hawke's Bay Museum and Art Gallery redevelopment project

2 July 2010
Regional museum funding of $6,000,000 has been granted for the redevelopment and refurbishment of the Hawkes's Bay Museum and Art Gallery.  Minister's Press release.

Sir Peter Jackson New Zealand Film Commission report released

The review was conducted by New Zealand film-maker, Sir Peter Jackson and David Court, Head of Screen Business at the Australian Film, Television & Radio School has been delivered to the Minister and is available online here.

Email and Correspondence Greetings and Sign Offs added to the Assistance page

1 July 2010
Based on the proposed core expectations for the revised Māori Language Strategy protocols for email and correspondence greetings and sign off have been posted on the assistance page.

New Zealand Portrait Gallery Grant

28 June 2010

Regional Museums funding has been granted to the New Zealand Portrait Gallery to help secure Shed 11 as a permanent home for the Portrait Gallery's collection.

Regional Museums Policy Funding is intended to ensure nationally significant material is housed adequately and made accessible to New Zealanders.  More.

Rugby World Cup 2011

25 June 2010
To keep you on the pace for 2011 MED have released guideline for Government agencies working on RWC related matters.

This resource is for government agencies on request from this office.

Creative New Zealand 21st Century Arts Conference

Held in Christchurch 21 - 22 July, read the Minister for Culture and Heritage keynote to the delegates here.

Government Boost for High Performance Sport

11 June 2010  
Minister Murray McCully announces a major rejuvenation of high performance sport in New Zealand. Minister's press release here.

The key features of the change are here.

Senior Managers Meeting

To be held at MCH Tuesday 29 June 2010 at 4.00pm

The Draft Agenda is:
Introduction
Updated Māori Language Strategy and annual returns
Political Neutrality – link here
Treasury and OAG update 
Shared Resources – Te Kiwai link here
Accounting for non accounting follow-up project
SOI Project update - Greg Claridge
OIA request on credit card spending
Ministry Update and Meeting scheduling.

for more details please contact karen.ross@mch,govt.nz

Matariki - A stellar celebration  

Our sector marks a New Year for all New Zealand in a variety of ways.

The Ministry leads with a 'stellar' cast of web information and resources.
Modern Matariki
Matariki on NZHistory.net.nz and The classroom

The agencies provide a full 'constellation' of activity
Matariki at Te Papa
New Zealand Historic Places Trust
Te Matatini
Creative New Zealand Matariki home page.

Volunteer to welcome the world in 2011

9 June 2010
Recruitment is underway for 5,000 volunteers to showcase New Zealand and welcome the world to Rugby World Cup 2011. Minister's press release.

The how and why.

New Zealand Film Archive Partnership with United States

8 June 2010  
Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage Christopher Finlayson has welcomed a partnership to repatriate and preserve 75 American motion pictures from the New Zealand Film Archive's collection to the United States National Film Preservation Foundation. Minister's Press release here.

Updated Pay Expectations for the State Sector

Reinforcing  the Government's priorities of improving service delivery and demonstrating fiscal responsibility the revised pay expectations for the State sector announced 1 June emphasise that decisions on pay and employment must support these priorities.  The ACH portfolio Ministers have written to all Crown Entity chairs spelling out the requirements, and detailing improved service performance is the key factor in increased employment costs.

Press release from SSC Minister Tony Ryall - Revised Pay Expectations.
 

50 Golden Years

Television in New Zealand celebrates its 50th birthday 1 June 2010.

Minister of  Broadcasting press release
New Zealand Herald coverage
TVNZ
NZHistory.net.nz

5.5 million Budget provision for culture

24 May 2010
Responding to some of the urgent challenges facing the cultural and heritage sectors the Arts Culture and Heritage Minister Christopher Finlayson announced one off funding to ensure the future of significant heritage sites, film and taonga. More 

New Zealand On Air Appointment

21 May 2010
The Minister of Broadcasting has announced a new appointment to NZ On Air.  Caren Rangi  a public sector performance consultant has been appointed for a three-year term replacing retiring member Edie Moke.  More.

Budget 2010

Arts Culture and Heritage and Broadcasting
Sport and Recreation

Beehive update on 2010 Budget

War Memorial Park Commitment  

The Government's commitment to the National War Memorial Park has been confirmed.  The 2010 Budget commits an additional $10,000,000 for capital expenditure for development work in the 2013-14 year.

The SOI Seminars - So, What Happens next?

17 May 2010
Following on from the presentations and development work undertaken by Greg Claridge and our agencies this year. two new projects are underway.

1. Impact Analysis Model

The model will identify the agency's target group and determine how to measure the impact of the agency's services and interventions on outcomes.  It is expected the model will  assist agencies to demonstrate the effectiveness of their services (or changes to services) and in turn 'model' the demonstration of Value for Money.

2.  A model for the consistent collection and interpretation of data and its subsequent use as a management reporting tool.

Greg Claridge will work hand in  hand with the agencies in sector group workshops and follow-up sessions to look at strategic management and how the model will provide a strategic  management framework for both the senior management team and board reporting.  This model will provide the ability to report on and monitor organisational performance and the effectiveness of the agencies investment in their business and programmes.

Greg is delivering a presentation for the CEs meeting Monday 17 May and again to the next Board Chairs' Forum which is scheduled for late July (date to be decided).  

These presentations will result in every level of your organisation being fully up to date with the previous  SOI process and these subsequent projects in preparation for a full roll out of the methodology for the 2011 - 14 SOI process commencing later this year.

Please contact Karen Ross karen.ross@mch.govt.nz or Tel 04 474 3301 with any queries you have.

Digital Possibilities

Nine Australian Arts organisations  have been matched with tech-savvy geeks to help them explore the world of digital possibilities.  Read more.

OAG improving service performance workshops    

May 2010
The Office of the Auditor General  is revising its approach to improving performance information.  Crown entities have been invited to workshops from 31 May to identify a shared work programme.  The Ministry will be discussing the best approach to this with the agencies.  Letter here.

Measuring Intrinsic Value - How to stop worrying and love economics

If economic decisions have failed to take account of the intrinsic benefits of the arts, is the solution not to exempt arts spending from economic criteria, but to improve the economic practice used to judge such spending?  This paper 'offers a provocative reconsideration' of the tools economics provides to measure the intrinsic and and instrumental value of the arts.  Paper here by Hasan Bakhshi, Alan Freeman and Graham Hitchen.

Banking on Culture - UK report

May 2010
A vision for the future of arts and culture in the UK.  Capital Culture:- A Manifesto for the Future demonstrates how recovery from recession can be aided by investment  in culture and heritage. Read more.

Dramatic Growth in Wellington screen

14 May 2010
Figures released indicate significant growth in Wellington's screen production industry.  Read more.

Political Neutrality

13 May 2010
The State Services Commission guidelines (keeping politics out of your job and your job out of your politics) on political neutrality issued April 2010 is here.

Radio New Zealand Board Appointments

13 May 2010
Minister of Broadcasting  The Hon Dr Jonathan Coleman announced that Richard Griffin and Josh Easby are the new appointees to the Radio New Zealand Board, see related press release.

Community-Government Relationship Agreement

13 May 2010
A steering group has been set up by the Government to develop a relationship agreement between Government and the Community and Voluntary Sector.  The steering group is gathering comment and invites participation in a brief survey, available here.

For background material about the agreement and the process for the development click here.

Ballet GaGa

A clever use by an agency to use internet and popular culture vehicles to showcase their talent to the world.  12 hours over two weeks, the Royal New Zealand Ballet's choreographed peer project is now a You Tube sensation. Jaered Glavin's chance to 'be on the other side of dance'  tribute to Lady Ga Ga is taking on a life of its own  in cyber space.

Hook, Line & Sing-Along New Zealand Music Month Winning Song

5 May 2010
The winner of the 2010 Music Month Song Competition is:  Made in New Zealand  by Katherine Muir, Nikki Taylor, and Amber Le Compte from Gisborne Girls' High School. 

Down load the MP3 version of the winning song
Press release

Procurement Reform : Opportunities and Updates

5 May 2010
With the aim to reduce the complexity, time and cost for agencies and businesses MED have  drafted model contracts for both  services and goods.  Feedback is requested on these by 7 May 2010, follow this link to provide it.
Draft Model Contract for Goods
Draft Model Variation Contract for Goods
The Procurement Reform ‘Noticeboard’ may be accessed here.

More than bums on seats

4 May 2010
A recently published study More than bums on seats: Australian participation in the arts paints a comprehensive picture of how Australians participate in the arts today.

The research assists policy makers and arts organisations in identifying  key factors and insights that influence creative participation.  It also identifies barriers and incentives which impact participation.
Report summary here
Download full report here
Technical appendices here.

Giving and Sponsorship - are cultural organisations missing out?

3 May 2010
Ministry research on giving and sponsorship covering the 2007 -08 tax year reports the volume of cultural organisations'  income is still derived from central and local government, Lottery Grants Board, and trusts and foundations. It further reports that of the 480 organisations that responded to the survey only 53% had  'donee status' with the IRD. The full Giving and Sponsorship report is here.

Brave Museums

Museum consultant Elaine Heumann Gurian spoke at Te Papa recently, addressing the theme Brave Museums.  Her special niche is how museums effect change and reinvent themselves. More.

New places for old faces and new faces in Agency Group

Agency group now boasts a full roster of staff.  Karen Ross moves from Governance Adviser to a permanent appointment of Senior Adviser, Projects, Assistance, Website and  Information.  Hilary Hudson previously with the Ministry's Broadcasting unit has been appointed to the Governance Adviser role.

We welcome new advisers Pip Harrison and Angela Henderson.  Pip is from the Museum sector and Angela joins us from the Science sector.

Pip Harrison has responsibility for NZSO, RNZB, NZFA, RMF and TMMT.

Angela Henderson has responsibility for NZFC, CNZ, Te Matatini and NZMC.

Mary Sinclair has responsibility for Te Papa, NZHPT, AHT, Pukaki Trust, SPARC and DFSNZ.

Updated Organisational Chart

Announcement from Lewis Holden re MCH  restructure    

MCH CE Lewis Holden has emailed agency CEs and selected government departments announcing the restructure of the Ministry.  Read more.

Draft code of funding Practice now available for review

April 21 2010
From 16 April – 14 May 2010, Standards NZ is seeking public input on a draft Code of Funding Practice.  When finalised, the Code will support agencies and non-profits in government funding arrangements. Draft code and to provide feedback here.

OAG Procurement guidelines

February 2010

This good practice guide A Statement of Good Practice contains information on what gives the best value for money  in relation to procurement.  The guide also expands on the different  methods that public entities  can use to approach  the market and the factors they need to take into account when deciding on the appropriate method.

Reporting Cycle Diagram

Still Struggle with the reporting and planning cycle? This diagram from the creative genius of Jeremy Winter may help lift the fog. Available here.

New toolkit for access to New Zealand Statistics

15 February 2010
Statistics New Zealand has just released the Business Toolbox, a free suite of online tools that provides quick and easy access to information for businesses. Statistics New Zealand Toolkit.

Performance Measures in Cultural Sectors

February 2010
In preparation for the coming SOI season (or your annual plan an SSP) a seminar delivered by Greg Claridge, Bakker, Maniparathy Claridge was arranged for Agencies and Ministry staff involved in this process.
The notes from the session are here.

New head for Te Papa announced

15 January 2010
Irishman Michael Houlihan has been announced by the board of  the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa as the new chief executive of "Our Place".

A Diet of Economy

Just out from the budget and a long way from the wake of Christmas, talk of recession is still on the tip of most people’s tongue; this Year can be the season for the bold, brave, and the smart to make hay.  There is no doubt of the seriousness of the global economic crisis, but in New Zealand and the arts and heritage world there is some opinion that this storm can be weathered if the crisis of confidence is managed.  Over the previous decade the climate of support and growth for the arts, heritage, and sports sectors also witnessed the development of a more business like approach within these sectors.  Now is the time for this development to pay off.  Read on.

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