Tag: child_poverty
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One News NZ Leaders' Debate 2026: Full Transcript — Part 3 of 7
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Politics and GovernmentBusinessEconomyElectionTaxSocial IssuesTrade New Zealand leaders debateOne News NZJack TameChris HipkinsChristopher Luxoncapital gains taxtax policyfuel taxGSTinterest deductibilityInvestment BoostIndia free trade agreementchild povertybenefits indexationbillionairesNBR Rich Listinequality2026 election
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Green Party: 47,500 More Children in Poverty Under Luxon Government
The Green Party reports 47,500 more children in material hardship under the Luxon Government, totaling 169,300. Co-leader Marama Davidson criticizes the government's role and proposes solutions like living wages and benefit reforms to end child poverty.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsEconomySocial IssuesAustralasia Green PartyChild PovertyAotearoaMarama DavidsonLuxon GovernmentMaterial HardshipChild Poverty Action GroupElection
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Green Party Accuses Government of Failing Child Poverty Targets
The Green Party says the Government is failing child poverty targets, with budget documents showing missed 2026 and 2027 goals. Co-leader Marama Davidson criticized the lack of action, stating hundreds of thousands of children remain in poverty.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsEconomySocial IssuesEducation Green PartyChild PovertyGovernmentBudgetMarama DavidsonPoverty Reduction ActElection
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Green Party Slams Budget for Failing to Address Poverty
The Green Party criticizes the Government's Budget, asserting it will exacerbate poverty, particularly among vulnerable teenagers, and fails to meet Child Poverty Reduction targets. They propose alternative measures.
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborPovertyEconomy Green PartyRicardo Menéndez MarchSocial DevelopmentEmploymentChild PovertyGovernment BudgetAotearoa
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Budget 2025 Aims to Reduce Child Poverty Through Targeted Initiatives
New Zealand's Budget 2025 focuses on alleviating child poverty through initiatives like Working for Families, Accommodation Supplement adjustments, and investments in healthcare and housing. The government aims to address long-term drivers and support families.
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesEconomy Budget 2025Child Poverty Reduction Act 2018Nicola WillisWorking for FamiliesSocial Investment Fundchild povertyPublic Finance