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Budget 2026 leaves New Zealand with no plan

· May 28, 2026

Source: Green Party The Green Party says Budget 2026 leaves New Zealanders fending for themselves with no vision or plan for the country. “Everyday, New Zealanders feel the reality that...

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Government Super Fund contributions increase

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Government contributions to the New Zealand Superannuation Fund are forecast to total $3.1 billion over the next four years, $2.2 billion more than expected at the...

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Budget 2026: Securing New Zealand’s Future

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Mr Speaker,   I move that the Appropriation (2026/27 Estimates) Bill be now read a second time.   E ngā iwi o Te Ūpoko o te Ika.   E te Māngai, ngā Mema Pāremata o ngā rohe pōti me ngā Mema o ngā Rōpū Tōrangapū.   E te motu whānui.    Nei rā te mihi.   Anei te Tahua Rua Mano Rua Tekau mā Ono.    Kia ora...

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Surplus forecast reduces debt burden

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The earlier return to surplus forecast in this year’s Budget shows the benefits of disciplined economic management and a government taking its responsibilities seriously, Finance Minister...

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A responsible Budget to secure NZ’s future

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Budget 2026 is a responsible Budget that boosts funding for essential services and invests in the infrastructure New Zealand needs for the future without breaking the...

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Financial industry to bear the cost for regulation

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Budget 2026 introduces a new prudential levy on banks, non‑bank deposit takers, insurers, and other financial market participants to help cover the costs of services provided...

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Prudent approach to fuel crisis

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Budget supports the Government’s prudent response to the global fuel crisis, with temporary targeted support and provision for further action if needed.  “Since the outset...

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Rail infrastructure fully funded

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has committed up to $1.075 billion to KiwiRail’s planned network investments between 2027-2030, alongside $106.9 million to continue critical metropolitan rail infrastructure renewals, Rail...

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Building a more secure future for New Zealand

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Budget 2026 demonstrates the economic and fiscal discipline needed to steer New Zealand through an uncertain global environment and into a brighter, more secure future, Prime...

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More resources to combat migrant exploitation

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Budget 2026 funds more frontline teams to respond to migrant exploitation and immigration non-compliance   As part of Budget 2026, the Government is investing $18 million over...

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Tax system being strengthened

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Budget 2026 introduces tax changes to strengthen New Zealand’s tax system, encourage investment and make it easier to comply with, Revenue Minister Simon Watts says. “The...

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Budget invests in Māori language and cultural capability

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing in te reo Māori by strengthening Māori broadcasting and supporting Māori cultural and creative capability, Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka says. Budget...

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Preparing before disaster strikes

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Communities vulnerable to severe weather and natural hazards will benefit from major new investments in Budget 2026, Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Infrastructure and Transport Minister...

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Budget delivers $7 billion capital investment boost

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government A $7 billion capital investment in Budget 2026 will strengthen the resilience of New Zealand’s infrastructure and support thousands of jobs, Finance Minister Nicola Willis and...

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Investing in Secondary Achievement

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Budget 2026 invests around $2.1 billion to continue building the foundations of a world-leading education system that sets Kiwi kids up for success, Education Minister Erica...

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Extending the Waikato Expressway

· May 28, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The extension of the Waikato Expressway will make travel safer, faster and more reliable, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. Budget 2026 invests $1.773 billion in funding...