Tag: new_zealand_labour_party
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Labour Vows to Scrap Government's Disability Support Services Bill
New Zealand's Labour Party plans to repeal the current Government's Disability Support Services Bill, promising new legislation developed with disabled people. Labour's spokesperson, Priyanca Radhakrishnan, called the existing bill an "attack on rights" and a source of financial pressure.
Politics and GovernmentLabour PartyGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesLegal New Zealand Labour PartyDisability Support Services Billdisabled peoplelegislationPriyanca RadhakrishnanrepealElection
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Labour Criticizes PM Luxon Over Homelessness Comments
Labour's Kieran McAnulty has accused Prime Minister Christopher Luxon of being out of touch with homelessness realities, citing alleged factual errors about night shelters and claiming government policies worsen the housing crisis.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsLabour PartyNational PartyEconomySocial Issues Christopher LuxonKieran McAnultyHomelessnessNight SheltersHousing CrisisNew Zealand Labour PartyElection
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Labour Criticizes National's Solar Plan as Insufficient for Struggling Households
Labour says National's new solar energy plan won't help struggling New Zealanders, especially renters, and highlights the government's past focus on fossil fuels and rising power prices.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsElectionEnergyEconomySocial Issues New Zealand Labour PartyNational PartyRenewable EnergySolar PowerEnergy PolicyPower BillsMegan Woods
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Labour Rules Out Social Housing Rent Hikes
The Labour Party pledges no increases to state house rents or the Accommodation Supplement for private landlords, aiming to reduce tenant costs and address New Zealand's housing crisis without further taxpayer subsidies.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsLabour PartyReal EstateEconomySocial Issues Social HousingRentAccommodation SupplementHousing CrisisTenantsNew Zealand Labour PartyElection
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Labour's Barbara Edmonds Outlines Growth-Focused Economic Vision Ahead of Election
At the 2026 Labour Party Congress, Barbara Edmonds unveiled Labour's economic strategy, prioritizing job creation and growth over cuts, contrasting it with National's approach ahead of a defining election.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesElection Labour PartyBarbara EdmondsJobsFiscal PolicyNew Zealand Labour Party
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Labour Proposes Major Expansion of Apprenticeship Boost Program
Labour plans to expand Apprenticeship Boost to two years, offering $500 monthly to employers and a $1,000 grant for apprentices. The scheme will cover more trades and provide mentoring, aiming to tackle youth unemployment and skills shortages in New Zealand.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEmployment and LaborEducationSocial Issues Labour PartyApprenticeship BoostChris HipkinsShanan HalbertSkills TrainingYouth EmploymentNew Zealand Labour PartyElection
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Hipkins Unveils Labour's Election Platform, Promises "Future Built Here"
Labour leader Chris Hipkins unveiled key policies at the 2026 Congress, proposing expanded apprenticeships, free healthcare visits, and capped public transport fares. He criticized the current government's economic record, urging New Zealanders to vote for a future built at home.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborEducationSocial IssuesElection Labour PartyChris HipkinsElection 2026ApprenticeshipsHealthcarePublic TransportNew Zealand Labour Party
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Labour Pledges Crown Guarantee to Boost Affordable Housing Construction
New Zealand Labour Party proposes a $950 million Crown guarantee for Community Housing Funding Agency Social Bonds. This aims to cut borrowing costs for housing providers by half a percentage point, enabling more affordable homes to be built from 2027.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyReal EstateSocial IssuesElection New Zealand Labour PartyCommunity HousingHousing FinanceCrown GuaranteeKieran McAnultyAffordable HousingGovernment Policy
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Labour Challenges National on Public Safety Job Cut Guarantees
The Labour Party criticizes the National government for not guaranteeing public safety services will be exempt from thousands of public service job cuts. Labour's Camilla Belich highlights concerns over potential impacts on child protection, border security, and search and rescue…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEmployment and LaborEconomySocial Issues New Zealand Labour PartyNational PartyCamilla BelichChristopher LuxonPublic service cutsPublic safetyJob cutsElection
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40,000-Strong Petition Backs Labour Bill for Retirement Village Residents
Over 40,000 New Zealanders have signed a petition supporting Labour's Members Bill, which proposes a three-month repayment period for retirement village residents' money, a significant improvement over current government proposals.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessSocial IssuesGeneral PoliticsLegalEconomy New Zealand Labour PartyIngrid LearyRetirement Villages ActConsumer NZRetirement VillagesLegislationConsumer IssuesElection
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National Refuses to Own Failed Jobseeker Target Amidst Criticism
New Zealand's National Party faces criticism as its Jobseeker target is projected to miss by over 60,000 people. Labour's Willow-Jean Prime says Minister Louise Upston refuses to take responsibility for the failing policy, calling it a "failure of her own…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEmployment and LaborEconomySocial Issues Labour PartyNational PartyJobseeker targetLouise UpstonWillow-Jean PrimeEmploymentNew Zealand Labour PartyElection
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Labour Slams National Over Failed Housing Targets and Worsening Homelessness
Labour criticizes National's housing policies, claiming they worsen the crisis and fail to meet building targets. Spokesperson Kieran McAnulty highlights rising homelessness and calls for more homes, not just managing consequences.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessSocial IssuesGeneral PoliticsLabour PartyNational PartyEconomyReal Estate National governmenthousing crisishomelessnessKieran McAnultyChris BishopNew Zealand Labour PartyElection
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Cost of Living Worsens in New Zealand Amid Rising Food and Fuel Prices
New Stats NZ data reveals sharp increases in food and fuel costs. Labour's Barbara Edmonds criticizes the government's handling of the crisis, highlighting price hikes and proposing solutions like free doctor visits and public transport fare caps.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthGeneral PoliticsEconomySocial IssuesMedical Science Cost of LivingBarbara EdmondsLabour PartyStats NZFood PricesFuel PricesNew Zealand Labour PartyElection
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Labour Pledges Free Maternity Scans and Boosts Sonographer Training
Labour plans to make maternity scans free for all pregnant women, integrating them into the Medicard. This initiative aims to ease financial burdens and improve early health detection, supported by new sonographer training.
Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsMedical ScienceEconomyEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesElection Labour PartyMaternity ScansHealthcareMedicardChris HipkinsDr Ayesha VerrallNew Zealand Labour Party
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Labour Proposes $20 Weekly Public Transport Fare Cap
New Zealand's Labour Party proposes capping weekly public transport fares at $20 in major cities and $10 elsewhere from July 2027. This aims to offer cost-of-living relief and encourage public transport use, ensuring affordable travel for all.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomySocial IssuesElection Labour PartyPublic TransportFare CapCost of LivingChris HipkinsTangi UtikereNew Zealand Labour Party
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Labour Unveils Diverse Party List for 2026 Election
New Zealand Labour Party reveals its 2026 election list, featuring a diverse and experienced team. The party aims to address cost of living, healthcare, and job opportunities for New Zealanders.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessElectionLabour PartyNational PartyEconomySocial Issues New Zealand Labour Party2026 ElectionJill DayHealthcareJobsCost of Living
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Labour Criticizes National's Healthcare Funding, Proposes Free GP Visits
Labour's Dr Ayesha Verrall criticizes National's healthcare funding, stating 650,000 New Zealanders miss care due to high fees. Labour proposes an independent pricing authority and three free GP visits for all, aiming to ensure affordable access.
Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborSocial Issues Labour PartyNational governmenthealthcaredoctor's feesDr Ayesha VerrallGeneral PractitionersNew Zealand Labour PartyElection
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Sapere Report Backs Labour's Criticism of Costly LNG Terminal Plan
A Sapere report supports Labour's view that the proposed LNG terminal is a costly, rushed plan. It will burden households without solving energy issues, while Labour advocates for renewable alternatives.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsLabour PartyEconomyEnergyClimate Change LNG terminalSapere reportenergy policyDr Megan Woodsrenewable energyNew Zealand Labour PartyElection
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Government Accused of Misleading Mothers on Postnatal Stays
The New Zealand Labour Party accuses the government of misleading mothers about immediate three-day postnatal hospital stays. Labour's Ayesha Verrall highlighted that full access is years away, despite initial claims, calling it a "broken promise" that undermines trust.
Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsNational PartyLabour PartyMedical ScienceSocial Issues Ayesha Verrallpostnatal carehospital staysChristopher LuxonHealth PolicyNew Zealand Labour PartyElection
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Labour Condemns National Over Potential Nuclear-Free Policy Debate
New Zealand's Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins criticizes the National Government for potentially reopening the nuclear-free debate, asserting the policy is a proud national achievement and not up for negotiation, while urging focus on cost of living.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomySocial Issues Labour PartyNational Governmentnuclear-free policyChris Hipkinsforeign policynuclear technologyNew Zealand Labour PartyElection
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Labour Accuses Government of Gutting Tertiary Education Funding
New Zealand's Labour Party criticizes the government for cutting over a billion dollars from Fees Free and underfunding tertiary education, impacting students and apprentices amidst rising costs and a need for skilled workers.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborEducation Labour Partytertiary educationFees FreeShanan HalbertBudget 2026apprenticeshipsNew Zealand Labour PartyElection
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Labour Slams National's Budget 2026 as a "Failure"
Labour criticizes National's Budget 2026, citing increased unemployment, rising living costs, and social housing rent hikes. Finance spokesperson Barbara Edmonds says the government has failed New Zealanders.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesElection Labour PartyNational GovernmentBudget 2026UnemploymentCost of LivingBarbara EdmondsNew Zealand Labour Party
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Labour Slams National's Budget, Says Kiwis Left to Fend for Themselves
The New Zealand Labour Party criticizes the National government's latest budget, claiming it makes life harder for Kiwis. Leader Chris Hipkins highlighted job cuts, housing policy failures, and service reductions, urging voters to choose a different path in the November…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborReal EstateSocial IssuesElection Labour PartyNational governmentBudgetChris HipkinsSocial ServicesNew Zealand Labour Party
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Education Minister Erica Stanford Forced into Swift Homeschooling Law U-turn
New Zealand's Education Minister Erica Stanford reversed controversial homeschooling law changes within 24 hours of their passage, drawing sharp criticism from Labour's Ginny Andersen over the "humiliating" and "chaotic" backdown.
Politics and GovernmentEducationGeneral PoliticsSocial Issues Erica StanfordGinny AndersenHomeschoolingEducation PolicyNational PartyLabour PartyNew Zealand Labour PartyElection
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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
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Labour Pledges to Restore Te Tiriti o Waitangi Commitment in Schools
The Labour Party pledges to restore Te Tiriti o Waitangi's commitment in New Zealand schools. Willow Jean Prime has introduced a bill to reinstate the obligation for school boards, aiming to reverse current government policies and foster inclusive educational environments.
Politics and Government Labour PartyTe Tiriti o WaitangiNew Zealand educationWillow Jean PrimeMāori educationLegislationSchool boardsNew Zealand Labour PartyElection
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Labour Pledges to Restore Te Tiriti o Waitangi Commitment in Schools
The Labour Party pledges to restore Te Tiriti o Waitangi's commitment in New Zealand schools. Willow Jean Prime has introduced a bill to reinstate the obligation for school boards, aiming to reverse current government policies and foster inclusive educational environments.
Politics and Government Labour PartyTe Tiriti o WaitangiNew Zealand educationWillow Jean PrimeMāori educationLegislationSchool boardsNew Zealand Labour PartyElection
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Labour Condemns National's Social Housing Plan as 'Cruel Cuts'
The Labour Party criticizes National's social housing plan, calling it 'cruel cuts' that will increase rents for 84,000 households by $31 weekly. Labour's Kieran McAnulty said the policy impacts pensioners, families, and disabled occupants, worsening the housing crisis.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsNational PartyLabour PartyEconomyReal EstateSocial Issues New Zealand Labour PartySocial HousingRent IncreasesKieran McAnultyHousing CrisisGovernmentElection
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Labour Criticizes Finance Minister Willis Over Unemployment Rate Misstatement
Labour's Dr. Ayesha Verrall criticized Finance Minister Nicola Willis for misstating Wellington's unemployment rate, which is 6.3% compared to the national 5.3%. Verrall accused Willis of being out of touch with the jobs crisis and failing to prioritize job creation.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborElection Nicola WillisAyesha VerrallWellingtonUnemploymentLabour PartyFinance MinisterNew Zealand Labour Party
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Labour Warns 10,000 Public Service Job Cuts Threaten New Zealanders' Livelihoods
Labour criticizes Nicola Willis's plan to cut 10,000 public service jobs, warning of weaker services, increased unemployment, and negative economic impacts across New Zealand to fund tax cuts.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyEmployment and LaborSocial Issues Nicola WillisPublic ServiceJob CutsLabour PartyCamilla BelichNew Zealand Labour PartyElection