Tag: lobbying
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Greens and Opportunity Lead on Lobbying Transparency, PHCC Survey Finds
A PHCC survey of political parties finds broad support for a lobbyist register and donation caps, with the Greens and Opportunity going furthest on curbing vested interests.
Politics and GovernmentHealthElectionGeneral PoliticsOther PartiesSocial Issues PHCClobbyingpolitical donationsGreensOpportunityTe Pāti MāoriNew Zealand election 2026
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Hager book ‘Dirty Work’ claims political ‘spider’s web’ hides influence of New Zealand’s hard right
Investigative author Nicky Hager has launched his latest book, Dirty Work, delivering a sweeping critique of third-party political campaigning, corporate lobbying, and electoral influence in New Zealand.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsElectionSocial IssuesLegal Nicky HagerDirty WorkNew Zealand Taxpayers' UnionJordan WilliamsDavid FarrarFree Speech UnionHobson's PledgeGroundswellChristopher LuxonDavid SeymourNanaia MahutaThree WatersOperation BurnhamHit & RunNew Zealand politicslobbyinghard rightspider's webpolitical advocacy
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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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New report calls for lobbying law after 36 insider interviews
Swimming in a Sea of It: Wellington researchers say well-connected interests get earlier access to decision-makers, and propose a Regulation of Lobbying Act
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsLegalSocial IssuesHealth lobbyingMax RashbrookeLisa MarriottVictoria University of WellingtonSwimming in a Sea of Itpolicy capturevested-interest lobbyingRegulation of Lobbying ActLobbying CommissionIntegrity Commissionrevolving doorOfficial Information ActContainer Deposit Return Schemefolic acid fortificationSmokefree GenerationWaikato medical schoolMike SmithSkyCity convention centreKiwiSavertransparencyWellington
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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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Labour Demands Answers on Unrecorded Meetings in PM's Office
Labour Leader Chris Hipkins demands Prime Minister Christopher Luxon explain why private company meetings with his office were only revealed via court action, raising concerns about transparency, accountability, and potential corporate lobbying for legislative changes.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Christopher LuxonChris HipkinsLabour PartyPrime Minister's OfficeOfficial Information ActLobbyingNew Zealand Labour PartyElection