Hon Dr MEGAN WOODS (Minister for Greater Christchurch Regeneration): Yesterday, I introduced the Greater Christchurch Regeneration Amendment Bill to speed up progress on return to local decision-making in Christchurch. The bill will support Christchurch to thrive by removing some of the Crown's extraordinary powers that are no longer required. It will also bring forward the planned disestablishment and transition of Regenerate Christchurch. As we approach the ninth anniversary of the 22 February quakes, the time is right to return responsibilities back where they belong: the local people. 