Tag: budget_2025
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ACT Claims Victory on Budget Savings, Regulatory Reform, and School Funding
ACT is touting its role in the New Zealand government's Budget 2025, highlighting $4.9 billion in savings and new legislation aimed at increasing accountability in lawmaking. The party says it is ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent effectively, with increased funding…
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on health budget, wellness day, clean air, and sports
Radio New Zealand is reporting that patients, advocates, and doctors are saying that Budget 2025 has denied access and caused harm to blood cancer patients due to no new funding for medicines. Separately, thirty healthcare agencies are coming together for…
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KiwiSaver Changes in Budget 2025 to Boost Retirement Savings for Many
Budget 2025 will bring changes to KiwiSaver, increasing the amount saved for retirement for many New Zealanders. Employee and employer contributions will rise to 3.5% from April 1, 2026, and then to 4% from April 1, 2028. The government contribution…
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Taxpayers' Union Slams Budget 2025 as a 'Fudge'
The New Zealand Taxpayers’ Union has criticized Budget 2025, calling it a disappointment. Taxpayers’ Union Spokesman Jordan Williams stated, "Nicola Willis has failed," suggesting the budget resembled one that could have been delivered by Grant Robertson. Williams claims Willis promised…
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Budget 2025 Accused of Taking $12 Billion from Women
The Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi (PSA) has strongly criticised Budget 2025, claiming it takes over $12 billion from New Zealand women through pay inequity. PSA National Secretary Fleur Fitzsimons called it "a mean and heartless Budget…
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Budget 2025 Prioritizes Savings for Investment and Growth, Says ACT Leader
ACT Leader David Seymour says Budget 2025 prioritizes saving to invest in essential services and bolster economic growth. Seymour stated that ACT's influence ensured the Budget's government growth is less than half the rate of inflation. He emphasized that wage…
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NZ Defence Force to Receive $4.2 Billion Boost in Budget 2025
The New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) will receive a $4.2 billion boost in Budget 2025, primarily allocated over four years. A significant portion, $957 million, is earmarked for NZDF operating costs, while $2.7 billion in capital and $563 million in…
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NZ Budget 2025: New Housing Investment Approach
A new housing investment approach, outlined in Budget 2025, aims to deliver appropriate housing solutions to the right people, according to Housing Minister Chris Bishop and Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka. The plan includes a new Flexible Fund and increased…
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NZ Budget 2025: Millions to Deliver New Social Homes
The New Zealand government is set to inject NZ$128 million over four years to deliver at least 550 new social homes in Auckland in the 2025/26 year, adding to the 1,500 new social homes funded through Budget 2024. Housing Minister…
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Budget 2025 Prioritizes Economic Growth, Says ACT Leader
ACT Leader David Seymour has lauded Budget 2025 as a victory for taxpayers, emphasizing its focus on economic growth through savings, investment, and reduced red tape. According to Seymour, the Budget increases by $1.3 billion this year, just under one…
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New Zealand Boosts Investment to Tackle Rising Tax Debt
The New Zealand government is set to increase its investment in pursuing tax evasion, according to Revenue Minister Simon Watts. The move comes in response to the country's rising tax debt, which reached $8.5 billion by the end of 2024.…
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New Zealand Boosts Mental Health Crisis Response with $28 Million Investment
The New Zealand government is overhauling its response to mental distress calls, with a $28 million investment over four years to shift from a Police-led to a mental health-led approach. Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey announced the changes, emphasizing…
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New Zealand Boosts Corrections with $472 Million Investment
The New Zealand government is investing over $472 million over four years to bolster the Department of Corrections, according to Corrections Minister Mark Mitchell. The funding aims to manage the growing prison population and enhance public safety. Budget 2025 allocates…
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NZ Budget 2025 Boosts Disability Support Services
More than 7,000 disabled New Zealanders are set to benefit from improved residential care, thanks to a $240 million boost over four years announced in today’s Budget. This funding is in addition to the existing $1 billion annual investment in…
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NZ Budget 2025: $240M Boost for Disabled Residential Care
More than 7,000 disabled New Zealanders are set to benefit from improved residential care, thanks to a $240 million boost over four years announced in today’s Budget. Disability Issues Minister Louise Upston says the funding is on top of the…
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New Zealand Courts to Receive $246 Million Boost to Reduce Case Backlogs
The New Zealand court system is set to receive a significant boost with an additional $246 million in funding over the next four years, as announced by Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith and Courts Minister Nicole McKee. The funding, allocated through…
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Government Cuts RNZ Funding By 7 per cent In Budget 2025
The New Zealand government will invest $6.4 million over four years in local journalism, with funding distributed through NZ on Air, according to Media Minister Paul Goldsmith. The investment aims to bolster council, community, and court reporting across the country.…
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New Zealand Government Announces $2.5 Billion Boost to Learning Support
The New Zealand government is set to make a significant investment in learning support, allocating $2.5 billion in Budget 2025 to enhance resources and address inequities in the education system. Education Minister Erica Stanford announced the plan, emphasizing that it…
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New Zealand Boosts Healthcare with Record $7 Billion Investment
The New Zealand government is boosting healthcare with a record $7 billion investment, according to Health Minister Simeon Brown. Budget 2025 allocates this funding to improve health services and facilities. The budget includes a $1.37 billion annual increase to Health…
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Budget 2025: Rates Relief Extended to 66,000 More SuperGold Cardholders
Budget 2025 will extend rates relief to an additional 66,000 SuperGold cardholders, according to Local Government Minister Simon Watts and Seniors Minister Casey Costello. The government plans to introduce a new income abatement threshold from July 1 to assist SuperGold…
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New Zealand to Introduce 12-Month Prescriptions
New Zealanders will soon benefit from 12-month prescriptions for long-term medications, announced Health Minister Simeon Brown and Associate Health Minister David Seymour. The initiative aims to reduce costs for patients and streamline healthcare processes. "Currently, doctors and other prescribers can…
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NZ Budget 2025: Working for Families Scheme to Increase Support
The New Zealand government plans to increase support for low and middle-income families through changes to the Working for Families scheme, as announced in Budget 2025. Approximately 142,000 families will receive an average of $14 extra per fortnight, with the…
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New Zealand Boosts Science and Innovation for Economic Growth
The New Zealand government is backing science and innovation to boost economic growth, according to Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti. Budget 2025 will reallocate existing funds towards growth-promoting investments in these sectors. The aim is to enable…
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New Zealand to Increase KiwiSaver Contributions in 2025
The New Zealand government plans to increase KiwiSaver contributions to encourage savings for first homes and retirement, according to Finance Minister Nicola Willis. The changes, part of Budget 2025, aim to make the scheme more fiscally sustainable. The default rate…
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New Zealand Budget 2025 Aims to Secure Economic Recovery
Budget 2025 focuses on securing New Zealand's economic and fiscal recovery through various initiatives, according to Finance Minister Nicola Willis. The budget aims to boost growth, investment, and savings, while also targeting essential services and infrastructure. It also seeks to…
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Budget 2025 Aims to Reduce Child Poverty Through Targeted Initiatives
Budget 2025 includes initiatives aimed at supporting families and reducing child poverty, according to the Child Poverty Report 2025. The report, presented by the Minister of Finance, Hon Nicola Willis, on Budget Day, assesses progress in reducing child poverty and…
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Budget 2025 Aims to Grow Economy and Help Kiwis Get Ahead
Budget 2025 focuses on growing the economy to help New Zealanders get ahead, according to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. The government's plan aims to boost jobs and manage the economy carefully. "The Government’s economic plan is working," Luxon stated, noting…
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Healthcare Boost for Rural New Zealand
Associate Health Minister Matt Doocey announced a significant funding boost in Budget 2025 to improve urgent and after-hours healthcare services for rural and remote communities. The $164 million investment over four years aims to ensure that 98 per cent of…
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Budget 2025: Government Prioritizes Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Growth
Finance Minister Nicola Willis has announced a reduction in the Budget 2025 operating allowance to $1.3 billion, down from the previously forecast $2.4 billion. Speaking at Metco Engineering, Willis outlined the government's commitment to fiscal responsibility and economic growth amidst…
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