Tag: austerity
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Green Party Slams Government's 2026 Budget as 'Cost of Greed Crisis'
Green Party co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick criticized the government's 2026 Budget, calling it a 'cost of greed crisis' that benefits corporations and the wealthy while neglecting public services and pushing New Zealanders into poverty.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborClimate ChangeEducationSocial Issues Chlöe SwarbrickGreen PartyBudget 2026AusterityClimate PolicyElection
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Green Party: Luxon's Public Service Cuts Will Harm New Zealand
The Green Party warns Luxon's public service cuts will harm New Zealanders and frontline workers, calling them "libertarian fantasies." Spokesperson Francisco Hernandez criticizes the impact on health data and the economy, urging strong public services instead.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborSocial Issues Green PartyLuxonPublic ServicesFrancisco HernandezNicola WillisAusterityElection
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Labour Leader Slams Budget as Detrimental to Women and Young People
Chris Hipkins criticizes the budget for prioritizing tax cuts over essential services, impacting women's pay and reducing retirement savings for young people.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessSocial IssuesEconomyLabour PartyEmployment and LaborFinancial Markets Chris HipkinsNicola WillisChristopher LuxonKiwiSaverAusterityGovernment Spending