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RNZ · Sun, 2 Aug
Ron Mark returns to NZ First for election
New Zealand First has confirmed former MP Ron Mark will stand again at this year's election.
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RNZ · Sun, 2 Aug
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's 'parent-child mentality' description of NZ businesses 'valid' in some cases - Seymour
The prime minister's office is defending comments Christopher Luxon made to Rotorua businesspeople that New Zealand businesses had a "parent-child mentality" and looked too often to the government for help.
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Newsroom · Sun, 2 Aug · Gareth Morgan
Gareth Morgan: What a waste of capital
Comment: The Baby Boomers of the big establishment parties know one economic path - housing investment and immigration. They need to make way for new generations, writes TOP founder Gareth Morgan.
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"'Children only get one chance at childhood. A baby hospitalised this winter cannot wait for a stronger economy. A child growing up in poverty cannot pause their development until political consensus emerges.' - Claire Achmad. #NzPol"Read on Bluesky →
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"#NZpol Peters’ "more babies" pitch, with "one parent must be a citizen" is playing nationalism. It’s entirely possible to support parents without this condition he has tacked on to his policy. Besides, there’s little wrong with immigration, and the world will need it as climate change progresses."Read on Bluesky →
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"It wouldn't occur to that twat, that so many small/medium businesses are supported by local customers. Those on low-moderate income tend to spend locally cos they can't afford to go elsewhere. His CoC has cut off our economy, at the knees. High unemployment & low wages means business suffers #nzpol"Read on Bluesky →