Tag: new_zealand_first
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NZ First Demands Pause on Waikato Plan Change 1 to Protect Farmers
New Zealand First calls for an immediate halt to Waikato Regional Council's Plan Change 1, arguing it's an outdated "bureaucratic death sentence" for over 4500 farmers, threatening food production and increasing costs amidst a cost-of-living crisis.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyAgricultureSocial IssuesLegal New Zealand FirstWaikato Regional CouncilPlan Change 1FarmersResource Management ActShane JonesNZ FirstElection
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New Zealand First to Campaign for 'Citizens Only Voting'
New Zealand First announced a campaign to restrict voting rights to citizens, arguing current laws allow permanent residents and some visa holders to vote without full allegiance. The party seeks to restore the principle that only committed citizens should decide…
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsElectionSocial Issues New Zealand FirstVoting RightsElectoral LawCitizenshipPermanent ResidentsPolitical CampaignNZ First
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Michael Laws to Contest Waitaki Electorate for NZ First
Michael Laws, a veteran of Parliament, local government, and broadcasting, will stand for New Zealand First in the Waitaki Electorate, bringing decades of public service experience and leadership to the party.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsElectionDigital and Print Publishing Michael LawsNew Zealand FirstWaitaki ElectorateGeneral ElectionPoliticsLocal GovernmentBroadcastingNZ First
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NZ First Leader Winston Peters Declares 'Election Like No Other,' Criticizes Rivals and Key Trade Deal
Winston Peters launched NZ First's campaign in Hawkes Bay, criticizing Labour, Greens, and the Māori Party. He opposed the India FTA and Paris Accord, while promoting a local racecourse project and NZ First's 'common sense' policies.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyTradeElectionEnvironmentSocial Issues Winston PetersNew Zealand FirstHawkes BayIndia Free Trade AgreementParis AccordNew Zealand PoliticsElection 2026NZ First
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NZFirst Campaigns to Disestablish Auckland's Unelected Māori Statutory Board
New Zealand First launches a campaign to disestablish Auckland Council's unelected Independent Māori Statutory Board, citing concerns over democratic accountability, ratepayer costs, and its significant influence on council decisions.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomySocial IssuesElection New Zealand FirstAuckland CouncilIndependent Māori Statutory BoardLocal GovernmentPolitical CampaignsPublic AccountabilityNZ First
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New Zealand First Names Nicola Laboyrie as Hamilton East Candidate
New Zealand First has announced Nicola Laboyrie as its candidate for Hamilton East. With a strong background in business, farming, and local governance, Laboyrie aims to advocate for effective government and community voice in the upcoming general election.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEducationGeneral PoliticsOther PartiesState GovernmentsEconomyElection New Zealand FirstNicola LaboyrieHamilton EastGeneral ElectionWaikatoRaglan Community BoardPoliticsNZ First
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NZ First Names Lee Smith as Taranaki-King Country Candidate
Lee Smith, a former dairy farmer and rural advocate, will represent New Zealand First in Taranaki-King Country, bringing over 20 years of business experience and a commitment to local democracy and regional support.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessElectionState GovernmentsOther PartiesAgricultureEconomySocial Issues Lee SmithNew Zealand FirstTaranaki-King CountryGroundswell New ZealandRural communitiesGeneral electionLocal democracyNZ First
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Elliot Ikilei to Stand for New Zealand First in General Election
Political commentator and community advocate Elliot Ikilei will stand for New Zealand First in the upcoming general election. Known for his work with Hobson's Pledge and previous leadership of the New Conservative Party, Ikilei brings extensive experience in advocacy and…
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsElectionSocial IssuesEducation Elliot IkileiNew Zealand FirstGeneral ElectionPoliticsCommunity AdvocateHobson's PledgeNZ First
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New Zealand First Proposes Special Economic Zone at Marsden Point
New Zealand First plans a Special Economic Zone at Marsden Point, focusing on energy and maritime activities. The zone aims to boost exports and national security through regulatory relief, a government expert panel, and potential tax incentives, alongside infrastructure development.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyTradeLegalTransportationEnergy New Zealand FirstMarsden PointSpecial Economic ZoneEconomic DevelopmentMaritime IndustryResource Management ActNorthportNZ FirstElection
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New Zealand First Unveils Key Policies: Compulsory KiwiSaver and BNZ Buy-Back
New Zealand First leader Winston Peters announced new policies for the 2026 election, including compulsory KiwiSaver at birth and buying back BNZ. He criticized globalist influences, loose immigration, and defended free speech, positioning the party as nationalist and conservative.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomySocial IssuesElectionClimate Change Winston PetersNew Zealand First2026 ElectionKiwiSaverBank of New ZealandImmigration PolicyNew Zealand PoliticsNZ First
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New Zealand First Unveils Compulsory KiwiSaver at Birth and BNZ Buy-Back Plan
New Zealand First proposes compulsory KiwiSaver at birth with a $1000 Crown contribution and plans to buy back BNZ, merging it with Kiwibank to form a new "National Bank of New Zealand" to boost economic sovereignty.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyBankingFinancial MarketsEmployment and LaborElection New Zealand FirstWinston PetersKiwiSaverBNZKiwibankNational Bank of New ZealandEconomic PolicyNZ First
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New Zealand First Proposes Nationwide Container Return Scheme to Tackle Litter and Boost Recycling
New Zealand First introduces a Member's Bill for a nationwide Container Return Scheme. The initiative aims to reduce litter, improve recycling, and shift waste costs from ratepayers to beverage producers, a practical solution proven effective overseas.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentGeneral PoliticsLegalAustralasiaEurope New Zealand FirstContainer Return SchemeRecyclingLitter ReductionWaste ManagementJamie ArbuckleNZ FirstElection
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Digital Hustings: Political Parties Adopt Americanized Digital Campaign Tactics Ahead of 2026 Election
A review of New Zealand's major political parties' social media feeds reveals a shift towards highly Americanized, algorithm-driven digital campaign strategies ahead of the 2026 election.
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New Zealand First Introduces Bill for Binding Referendum on Māori Seats
New Zealand First has introduced a Member's Bill proposing a binding referendum on the future of separate Māori seats in Parliament, aiming to hold the vote alongside the November 2026 general election at no additional cost.
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NZ First Pledges to Break Up Supermarket Duopoly to Lower Grocery Prices
New Zealand First has unveiled an election policy to dismantle the Woolworths and Foodstuffs supermarket duopoly. The plan includes splitting Foodstuffs into two competing cooperatives and granting the Commerce Commission stronger powers to enforce fairer grocery prices.
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Southland Federated Farmers President Jason Herrick to Stand for New Zealand First
Southland dairy farmer and Federated Farmers President Jason Herrick has been announced as the New Zealand First candidate for the Southland Electorate in the upcoming general election, bringing his rural advocacy experience to the political stage.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsElectionAgricultureEconomyAustralasia Jason HerrickNew Zealand FirstSouthland ElectorateFederated FarmersPoliticsElections
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Media Monitor: RNZ Says Meth Use Up, Crime Not; NZ First Rising in Polls
RNZ reports that despite a spike in meth use, police data shows no related crime increase. A poll indicates NZ First is now the third most popular party in New Zealand.
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