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ACT Will Bring The Solutions To A Stable ACT-National Coalition
Friday, 13 October 2023, 6:30 am | ACT New Zealand
“Many who watched Episode 3 of Chris v Chris tonight will wonder who they can trust to bring some hope. ACT is the clear choice to change the Government, and change our country’s direction,” says ACT Leader David Seymour. “The simple truth ... More >>
Two Years Straight Of Rising Food Prices
Thursday, 12 October 2023, 12:58 pm | ACT New Zealand
“With today’s 8 per cent increase, it has now been two years since Kiwis had even the slightest bit of relief at the checkout. We can either carry on the same direction until a loaf of bread becomes a luxury item, or we can get rid of the waste ... More >>
Hipkins’ Campaign Of Fear On Treaty Will Fail
Thursday, 12 October 2023, 12:57 pm | ACT New Zealand
“Chris Hipkins and Labour are spending the last 48 hours running a desperate campaign of fear and misleading New Zealanders about ACT’s position on Māori and the Treaty,” says ACT Leader David Seymour. “This morning, Hipkins said: ‘[David Seymour] ... More >>
Another Poll Shows Kiwis Want ACT’s Referendum
Thursday, 12 October 2023, 6:58 am | ACT New Zealand
“Today’s Curia poll shows that Kiwis’ support for ACT’s referendum on co-governance cannot be ignored,” says ACT Leader David Seymour. “The poll shows that 45 per cent agree with having a referendum, compared to 25 per cent opposed. It is also ... More >>
Ute Tax Most Successful Initiative For Punishing Workers
Wednesday, 11 October 2023, 4:45 pm | ACT New Zealand
“Chris Hipkins’ claim that the Ute Tax was one of Labour’s most successful initiatives either shows how little Labour has achieved, or how little they care about everyday Kiwis who are unable to drive an EV,” says ACT’s Transport spokesperson ... More >>
Hipkins Vs Reality On New Zealand’s Economy
Wednesday, 11 October 2023, 1:42 pm | ACT New Zealand
“New Zealanders became poorer this year under Labour and, if we carry on with more of the same, next year isn't looking any better. Only a stable ACT-National government can fix the economy,” says ACT Leader David Seymour. “The IMF’s ... More >>
$1,100 Of KFC And Maccas For Escapees A Failure Of Values
Wednesday, 11 October 2023, 10:01 am | ACT New Zealand
“What sort of values does it teach when the Government buys youth justice escapees over $1100 worth of fast food for assaulting staff and breaking out? We need to be teaching the values of right and wrong. Not rewarding people for causing chaos,” ... More >>
Grant Robertson’s Attack On Savings Show Why Real Change Is Needed
Tuesday, 10 October 2023, 10:27 am | ACT New Zealand
“Grant Robertson thinks it’s a criticism to say National would save $3.1 billion in spending. The truth is that the next Government will need to reduce spending by more than that to tackle inflation and ease the cost of living pressure on New Zealanders, ... More >>
End The Mental Health Postcode Lottery
Tuesday, 10 October 2023, 10:07 am | ACT New Zealand
“For World Mental Health Day ACT is calling for an approach to mental health care that focuses on outcomes for Kiwis in need and ends the postcode lottery for mental health care,” says ACT Deputy Leader and Health spokesperson Brooke van Velden. ... More >>
ACT Leader David Seymour Mourns The Passing Of Neil Christensen
Monday, 9 October 2023, 3:52 pm | ACT New Zealand
“The ACT Party is mourning the passing of Neil Christensen, a valued member of the party and candidate for the Port Waikato electorate,” says ACT Leader David Seymour. “On behalf of the ACT Party I’d like to offer my condolences to Neil’s ... More >>
ACT’s Open Letter To Public Service Chief Executives
Monday, 9 October 2023, 2:12 pm | ACT New Zealand
ACT Leader David Seymour has today released an open letter addressed to the chief executives of all public service departments outlining ACT’s commitments to New Zealanders for real change the in public service from 15 October. “Government departments ... More >>
Déjà Vu As Hipkins Misleads On Prison Numbers
Monday, 9 October 2023, 11:17 am | ACT New Zealand
“Chris Hipkins’ claim on Newstalk ZB that the reduction in prison numbers is primarily due to fewer people in prison on driving and cannabis charges, is completely wrong and was disproven when his Police Minister said it months ago,” says ACT ... More >>
An End To Dividing Health By Race
Sunday, 8 October 2023, 6:53 pm | ACT New Zealand
Getting rid of the race-based Māori Health Authority Ending the use of race to prioritise surgical waitlists Stopping pharmacy initiatives only accessible to Māori and Pasifika An end to giving out race-based taxpayer-funded freebies – like prezzy ... More >>
ACT condemns terrorist attack on Israel
Sunday, 8 October 2023, 2:06 pm | ACT New Zealand
“ACT New Zealand utterly condemns the appalling attacks by Hamas terrorists against Israel,” said ACT leader David Seymour. “We stand with our friends and allies the United States, Australia and Britain in condemning the attacks, which include ... More >>
More Evidence ACT Needed To Get Rid Of Co-governance
Saturday, 7 October 2023, 8:21 pm | ACT New Zealand
“More evidence has emerged that ACT will be needed as a strong voice in the next government to get rid of co-government”, says ACT Leader David Seymour. “National Party candidate for New Plymouth David MacLeod told 1News he did not expect National ... More >>
A Dollar A Day For 2000 More Prisoners By 2027
Saturday, 7 October 2023, 2:05 pm | ACT New Zealand
ACT will: Review the use of electronic monitoring and tighten eligibility Increase prison capacity to put 2094 more people behind bars by 2026/27 Ensure tougher sentences for serious crimes, leading to more prison sentences. “We can’t let tragedies ... More >>
Public Services Will Be Accountable To Taxpayers
Saturday, 7 October 2023, 5:48 am | ACT New Zealand
ACT will: Set benchmarks for key government services like health, education, welfare, immigration and track performance over time Require Ministers to issue KPIs for chief executives, complete performance reviews, and release them publicly Introduce performance ... More >>
Justice For Victims Means Less Crims On Electronic Monitoring
Friday, 6 October 2023, 6:08 pm | ACT New Zealand
“The New Windsor stabbing by a man on home detention is yet another example of how New Zealand’s justice system is too soft on criminals and weak for victims,” says ACT Leader David Seymour. “ACT’s changes to sentencing laws will mean the ... More >>
Public Services Will Be Accountable To Taxpayers
Friday, 6 October 2023, 1:30 pm | ACT New Zealand
“Government departments are no longer going to be able to get away with spending billions of dollars while failing to deliver meaningful outcomes for taxpayers. ACT in Government will demand higher standards and greater accountability from chief ... More >>
TPM Should Apologise To Victims Of Crime
Thursday, 5 October 2023, 6:15 pm | ACT New Zealand
“Police reports show that Te Pāti Māori has played fast and loose with the truth in their characterisation of an alleged home invasion. The police have confirmed there was no ‘home invasion’, there was no ‘ram raid’ and there was no racial ... More >>
