Carter KahurangiKAHURANGI CARTER (Green): Thank you Mr Speaker. I rise today in enthusiastic support of the McLean Institute (Trust Variation) Bill for its final reading. This bill represents a vital opportunity to enhance our beloved Ōtautahi Christchurch a city renowned for its resilience generosity and deep sense of community.I want to mihi and congratulate the member Hon Dr Duncan Webb on his work across the House to ensure the bill passed which allows the legislation to reflect the 21st century and allows the trust to continue the fantastic mahi they do.In our vibrant city we have witnessed the extraordinary power of people coming together especially over the last decade following the earthquakes. Ōtautahi is a place where we care for one another and where kindness and support flow freely especially towards our most vulnerable members. The journey of our community has been filled with challenges yet we have constantly risen like the phoenix from the ashes creating a resilient and connected environment for all. This is why I choose to raise my children in Christchurch so that they can grow up surrounded by a community that embodies generosity manaaki and the spirit of collaboration.However even in this strong and caring community there are people who face significant hardships. It is institutions like the McLean Institute which has been there for our community since its establishment in 1909. It's amazing. As has been well-canvassed in this House already in previous readings of this bill the current trust deed is outdated and restrictive. I don't wish to relitigate what has already been spoken about in this House but I am so pleased that the Green Party is supporting this change. It is crucial that we update its language and objectives to reflect the realities of today and to ensure that we can effectively support those who require our help.The House has already outlined extensively the need to change the outdated and restrictive language of the current deed and I do not wish to relitigate this. However I do want to draw the House's attention to and put on record my strong disappointment with the select committee recommendations to remove rule 5.4 of the Schedule which would have truly reflected the bill moving into the 21st century. Rule 5.4 of the Schedule specifies that the term woman" in the deed of trust should "be interpreted in its broadest possible sense having regard to both biological sex and gender identity." The select committee recommended removing it. Our trans and takatāpui community in Aotearoa and across the motu are taonga. They're my sissies and the most fun.Our community deserves to be represented and reflected within the words we as change makers pass into legislation. As such I want to put on record my disagreement with the removal of rule 5.4 of the Schedule which specifies that the term "women" in the deed of trust should "be interpreted in its broadest possible sense having regard to both biological sex and gender identity." And it was a lost opportunity to support some of our most marginalised women and their children. Our trans and takatāpui community are such a vibrant integral and joyous part of Ōtautahi and must be protected and supported.This bill not only honours Allan McLean's legacy but also celebrates the amazing qualities of Christchurch. It exemplifies our commitment to supporting one another and nurturing a community where everyone can thrive. Let us embrace this opportunity for positive change and continue to build a more inclusive future together. Thank you Mr Speaker."