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Labour Will Scrap Harmful Disability Bill

Thursday, 2 July 2026, 1:34 pm | New Zealand Labour Party

This Bill ignores the reality many families face, while stripping disabled people of the choice and control they deserve. More >>

Luxon Doesn’t Know The Facts About Homeless

Wednesday, 1 July 2026, 3:01 pm | New Zealand Labour Party

While New Zealanders are being forced into cars, garages, overcrowded homes and onto the streets, Christopher Luxon can't even get the most basic facts right. More >>

Labour Rules Out Social Housing Rent Increase

Tuesday, 30 June 2026, 3:15 pm | New Zealand Labour Party

Labour chooses lower costs for tenants, more affordable homes, and long-term solutions to the housing crisis. More >>

Labour To Expand Apprenticeship Boost

Sunday, 28 June 2026, 3:13 pm | New Zealand Labour Party

“Apprentices need more support, and New Zealand needs more skilled workers. This policy delivers both, and it’s just the start of Labour's plan to build good careers right here in New Zealand,” Shanan Halbert said. More >>

Election Year Promises Can’t Hide National’s Record

Thursday, 25 June 2026, 12:09 pm | New Zealand Labour Party

Solar is the future and an important part of our energy security, so anything that makes it easier and cheaper to install is welcome, Labour Energy spokesperson Megan Woods said. More >>

National Refuses To Rule Out Public Safety Cuts

Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 3:31 pm | New Zealand Labour Party

Christopher Luxon is making savage cuts to public services to pay for his bad choices - like tax breaks for tobacco companies and landlords, and ferries that may never be delivered. More >>

Labour Backs Community Housing To Build More Homes

Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 7:50 am | New Zealand Labour Party

“Community housing providers are ready to build. What they need is a Labour government willing to back them," said Labour housing spokesperson Kieran McAnulty. More >>

40,000-Strong Petition Backs Labour Members Bill

Tuesday, 23 June 2026, 1:07 pm | New Zealand Labour Party

“From conversations with residents across the country to the overwhelming support for this petition, the message from New Zealanders is clear: they want my Bill be to passed into law", said Labour seniors spokesperson Ingrid Leary. More >>

National’s Conservation Land Clearance Sale

Monday, 22 June 2026, 11:28 am | New Zealand Labour Party

Tama Potaka wasn’t made Conservation Minister to put a price tag on our public conservation estate," Labour conservation spokesperson Priyanca Radhakrishnan says. More >>

Labour To Scrap Prescription Charges

Thursday, 18 June 2026, 1:01 pm | New Zealand Labour Party

“Medicine isn't a luxury; it's basic healthcare, and basic healthcare should be there for everyone, like schools or the hospital", says Labour leader Chris Hipkins. More >>

Bishop Admits Housing System Broken, But Won’t Fix It

Wednesday, 17 June 2026, 3:35 pm | New Zealand Labour Party

Chris Bishop admits the housing system is broken, he knows there aren't enough homes, but he has chosen not to prioritise affordable housing, Labour housing spokesperson Kieran McAnulty said. More >>

National Refuses To Own Failed Jobseeker Target

Wednesday, 17 June 2026, 1:12 pm | New Zealand Labour Party

“The least National could do is acknowledge reality. The fairytale target she sold to New Zealand has collapsed, and refusing to take responsibility for it won't help a single person into work,” Willow-Jean Prime said. More >>

Labour To Make Maternity Scans Free

Tuesday, 16 June 2026, 12:36 pm | New Zealand Labour Party

“No one should have to skip a scan because they can’t afford it. Scans pick up issues early, help families prepare for birth, and save lives,” says Labour health spokesperson Dr Ayesha Verrall. More >>

Cost Of Living Keeps Getting Worse Under Luxon

Tuesday, 16 June 2026, 12:19 pm | New Zealand Labour Party

"Families are doing it tough, and National has no answers. The budget was their last chance to show New Zealanders they understand, but instead they have no plan and no relief", says Labour finance and economy spokesperson Barbara Edmond. More >>

Labour Calls On Auditor-General To Investigate Prime Minister's Office

Friday, 12 June 2026, 12:27 pm | New Zealand Labour Party

"Trust in government depends on New Zealanders being able to see how decisions are made and who is influencing them. When records of meetings with corporate lobbyists don't exist, that trust is undermined," Labour justice spokesperson Belich said More >>