Tag: chl_e_swarbrick
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Seymour Accuses Greens of Hypocrisy Over 284,000-Job Economic Plan
ACT leader says the Greens celebrate job creators leaving New Zealand, while the Greens say their plan would create 284,000 jobs over four years.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessElectionEconomyOther PartiesEmployment and LaborGeneral PoliticsScience & Technology David SeymourACT New ZealandGreen PartyMarama DavidsonKiwisavertax policyChlöe SwarbrickNew Zealand economyjob creationresearch and developmentInvestment Boost
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National Warns of Four-Way Coalition as Poll Shows Tight Race
National's campaign chair says Chris Hipkins would need the Greens, Te Pāti Māori and TOP to govern, warning Chlöe Swarbrick wants the finance portfolio.
Politics and GovernmentElectionGeneral PoliticsOther PartiesEconomy New Zealand National PartySimeon BrownChlöe SwarbrickChris Hipkins1News Verian pollNew Zealand electioncoalition negotiations
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Greens Pledge to Regulate AI for the Public Good
Green Party announces AI regulation plan to protect New Zealanders' creativity, data and jobs, ensuring benefits are shared rather than captured by big tech companies.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyOther PartiesArtificial IntelligenceEmployment and LaborSocial Issues Green PartyChlöe SwarbrickAI regulationdata sovereigntytechnology companiesElection
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Labour and Greens Attack ACT's Fiscal Plan as Seymour Denies Disability Cuts
ACT says its plan cuts debt by $12.4 billion with no new taxes, while Labour's Barbara Edmonds warns of $9.5 billion in cuts and 48,000 more people out of work.
Politics and GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborElectionGeneral PoliticsOther PartiesSocial IssuesEnergyBusinessFinancial Markets New Zealand Labour PartyBarbara EdmondsNational PartyACT Partyspending cutssuperannuationdisability supportDavid SeymourACT New ZealandFiscal PlanJobseeker SupportCarbon Tax RefundQiulae WongGreen PartyChlöe SwarbrickKiwiSaverdisabled peopleChristopher Luxonpublic service cutsNew Zealand electiongovernment debttax cuts
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Greens Pledge Jobs Guarantee for Young New Zealanders
Green Party announces a jobs guarantee giving every 16- to 24-year-old out of work for six months a pathway into community work, citing youth unemployment three times the national rate.
Politics and GovernmentEmployment and LaborEconomyOther PartiesSocial Issues Green PartyMarama DavidsonChlöe Swarbrickjobs guaranteeyouth unemploymentJobs for Young PeopleElection
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ACT's David Seymour Accuses Greens of Telling Successful Kiwis to Leave
ACT leader David Seymour says Marama Davidson told a Rotorua business owner "ka kite" after he warned Green policies would cost him half a million dollars in tax.
Politics and GovernmentElectionOther PartiesEconomyTaxation David SeymourACT New ZealandMarama DavidsonGreen PartyNew Zealand electionChlöe SwarbrickRotorua
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Greens Announce Plan to Protect Hauraki Gulf, End Commercial Fishing Carve-Outs
Green Party unveils plan to close commercial fishing carve-outs, phase out bottom trawling and protect 30% of the Hauraki Gulf by 2030, with a Bill released today.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentOther PartiesElectionAgricultureSocial Issues Hauraki GulfGreen PartyChlöe Swarbrickbottom trawlingmarine protectioncommercial fishingTīkapa Moana
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Green Party Unveils Transport Plan to Combat Fossil Fuel Crisis
Green Party promises free fares for children, students and Community Service Card holders, a $2 adult fare cap, mass rapid transit and new intercity rail to fight the fossil fuel crisis.
Politics and GovernmentTransportationEnvironmentClimate ChangeOther PartiesEnergySocial Issues Green PartyChlöe SwarbrickJulie Anne Genterpublic transportfossil fuel crisisrailElection
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Greens Accuse Luxon Government of Blaming Others Over EU Trade Complaint
Green Party Co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick says the Government is deflecting blame over an official EU complaint alleging breaches of the EU-NZ Trade Agreement through weakened climate action.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentTradeClimate ChangeOther PartiesLegal Green PartyChlöe SwarbrickEU-NZ Trade Agreementclimate actionEuropean UnionTodd McClayNew Zealand GovernmentElection
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Seymour: Swarbrick as Finance Minister Would Drive Up NZ Borrowing Costs
ACT Leader David Seymour says a Chlöe Swarbrick-led Finance portfolio would raise New Zealand's borrowing costs, citing her spending, wealth tax and supermarket nationalisation plans.
Politics and GovernmentEconomyElectionGeneral PoliticsOther PartiesFederal Government David SeymourACT New ZealandChlöe SwarbrickBarbara EdmondsNew Zealand politicswealth taxPREFU
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Green Party: Peters Sought No Advice on Leaving Paris Agreement
Green Party says Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters has neither sought nor received advice on what withdrawing New Zealand from the Paris Agreement would mean, despite coalition campaigning on it.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentClimate ChangeTradeOther Parties Paris AgreementWinston PetersChlöe SwarbrickGreen PartyFree Trade AgreementsElection
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Greens Say PREFU Shows Luxon Government Has Failed on Economic Resilience
Green Party finance spokesperson Chlöe Swarbrick says the Pre-election Economic and Fiscal Update reveals a Government without a plan, warning of more cuts ahead.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsOther PartiesEconomyEnergyElection Green PartyChlöe SwarbrickPREFUChristopher LuxonNew Zealand economyfossil fuel subsidiespublic service cuts
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Greens Say New Poll Shows Two-Thirds Back Wealth Tax
An Ipsos survey of 1,003 people found 64% support a 2.5% tax on net assets above $10 million, with the family home exempt, prompting Green calls for other parties to back the policy.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsOther PartiesEconomyElection Green Partywealth taxChlöe SwarbrickIpsos Issues Monitorincome tax cutChristopher Luxon
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Greens Reject Taxpayers' Union Tactics, Call on Parties to 'Clean Up Politics'
Chlöe Swarbrick urges political leaders to reject the Taxpayers' Union's "dirty politics," citing Nicky Hager's book Dirty Work, and promotes Green bills on donations and lobbying.
Politics and GovernmentOther PartiesGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesElection Green PartyChlöe SwarbrickTaxpayers' UnionDirty WorkNicky HagerNew Zealand politicsDonations and Regulation of Lobbying bills
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Greens Announce Plan to Cap Donations at $30,000 and Register Lobbyists
Green Party unveils reforms to get big money out of politics, capping donations at $30,000, banning company donations and creating a public lobbyist register.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsOther PartiesElectionLegal Green PartyMarama DavidsonChlöe Swarbrickpolitical donationslobbyingElectoral (Donations) Amendment Bill
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Greens Launch KiwiMart Plan to Break Up Supermarket Duopoly
Green Party announces publicly owned KiwiMart supermarket chain and Affordable Kai policy, requiring 120 stores to be sold into public ownership to cut grocery prices for New Zealanders.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessOther PartiesEconomySocial IssuesElectionEmployment and Labor Green PartyKiwiMartChlöe SwarbrickMarama Davidsonsupermarket duopolyAffordable Kai
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Green Party Unveils Te Waonui a Tāne Marae Funding Policy
The Green Party has announced Te Waonui a Tāne, a new policy to provide ongoing, protected funding for marae and hapū. It includes two funds for immediate needs and long-term investment, aiming to strengthen communities across Aotearoa New Zealand.
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesEnvironmentGeneral PoliticsOther PartiesEducation Green PartyMaraeFunding PolicyTe Waonui a TāneAotearoa New ZealandMarama DavidsonChlöe SwarbrickElection
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Green Party Calls for One-Year Pause on New AI Data Centers
The Green Party seeks a one-year pause on new AI data centers in New Zealand. Citing concerns over resource strain, lack of community input, and high energy use, the party aims to establish regulations ensuring projects benefit the country and…
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyBusinessGeneral PoliticsArtificial IntelligenceEnvironmentEnergySocial Issues Green PartyAI data centersChlöe SwarbrickRegulationEnergy ConsumptionWater ResourcesElection
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Green Party Blames Fossil Fuels for Surging Inflation, Criticizes Government Response
New Zealand's inflation hits 4.1%, driven by fossil fuel prices, says Green Party Co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick. She criticizes the government's approach and calls for rapid decarbonization to ease cost of living pressures.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyConflictGeneral PoliticsEconomyEnvironmentClimate ChangeEnergyMiddle East InflationFossil FuelsGreen PartyChlöe SwarbrickCost of LivingDecarbonizationElection
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Green Party Unveils "Drink Swim Fish" Policy for Clean Water and Healthy Oceans
The Green Party launched its "Drink Swim Fish" policy to ensure clean water and healthy oceans in New Zealand. It targets the Luxon Government's environmental policies, proposing stronger limits, wastewater rules, and phasing out bottom trawling.
Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsEnvironmentSocial IssuesEconomy Green Partyenvironmental policywater qualityocean healthMarama DavidsonChlöe SwarbrickElection
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Green Party Alleges Systemic Lobbying Through Private Ministerial Emails
The Green Party reveals private email use by lobbyists in ministerial offices, including the Prime Minister's and Simon Court's, suggesting a systemic issue. Co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick calls for stronger rules and transparency to protect democracy.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsLegalEconomy Green PartyChlöe SwarbrickLobbyingTransparencyNew Zealand GovernmentOfficial Information ActSimon CourtElection
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Green Party Calls for Ombudsman Probe into PM's Office Private Emails
The Green Party demands an Ombudsman investigation into private email use in the Prime Minister's Office after a climate lobbying document was undisclosed. Co-leaders Swarbrick and Davidson seek a full inquiry into office practices.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsLegalEnvironmentSocial Issues Green PartyChlöe SwarbrickMarama DavidsonOmbudsmanPrime Minister's Officeprivate emailclimate lobbyingElection
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Media Monitor: One News NZ reports on All Whites' World Cup loss, missing persons, and Greens' tax plan
One News NZ reports the All Whites' World Cup defeat, the confirmation of a missing man's remains, a grandmother speaking about a missing child, and a debate over the Greens' inheritance tax plan.
AustraliaSportLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and Labor All WhitesFIFA World CupMissing PersonsSamuel McAlisterGus LamontInheritance TaxChlöe SwarbrickOne News NZ
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Green Party Demands Full Withdrawal of Fisheries Amendment Bill
The Green Party welcomes the delay of the Fisheries Amendment Bill but demands its complete withdrawal, not just postponement. Co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick criticizes Minister Shane Jones, stating the bill threatens fish stocks and privatizes oceans for commercial gain.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyEnvironmentSocial IssuesLegalElection Green PartyFisheries Amendment BillChlöe SwarbrickShane JonesOcean ConservationFishing Industry
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Green Party Pushes for Independent Parliamentary Budget Office Ahead of Election
The Green Party urges National and Labour to back an independent Parliamentary Budget Office. Co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick says it's crucial for transparent election debate, providing voters with trusted, independent costings of political promises to foster informed decision-making.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsElectionEconomyNational Party Green PartyParliamentary Budget OfficeChlöe SwarbrickPolicy CostingTransparency
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Green Party Highlights Stark Wealth Inequality in New Zealand
The Green Party reports New Zealand's richest 150 individuals now hold as much wealth as half the country, citing a significant increase in assets amidst rising homelessness and food insecurity, and promises new tax policy.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomySocial IssuesElection Wealth InequalityGreen PartyChlöe SwarbrickTaxation
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Treasury Forecasts $5 Billion Climate Inaction Bill for New Zealand
Treasury analysis reveals New Zealand faces a potential $5 billion bill by 2030 for offshore carbon credits due to government climate inaction. Green Party co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick warns of trade risks and calls for financial transparency.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyEnvironmentTrade Climate ChangeGovernmentEconomicsCarbon CreditsChlöe SwarbrickChristopher LuxonGreen PartyElection
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Green Party Alleges Nearly $500 Million KiwiSaver Hole in Budget 2026
The Green Party claims Budget 2026 has a nearly $500 million unfunded hole for public service KiwiSaver contributions. Co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick alleges this will lead to cuts in essential services, challenging Minister Nicola Willis to reveal the funding details.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborSocial Issues Green PartyBudget 2026KiwiSaverPublic ServiceChlöe SwarbrickNicola WillisGovernment FinanceElection
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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: Budget 2026 Fails on Climate Commitments, Risks Billions
The Green Party criticizes Budget 2026, claiming it reveals the government's failure to plan for Paris Climate Agreement commitments, potentially leading to a $23 billion cost. Co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick warns against increased offshore mitigation expenses due to reduced domestic climate…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyClimate ChangeEnvironment Green PartyChlöe SwarbrickBudget 2026Paris Climate AgreementGovernment PolicyElection