Pay equity, KiwiSaver and housing: Where the Govt cut $21b
The pay equity changes have saved the Government almost $13b.
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OPINION: It's unusual for a Finance Minister to focus on the Opposition before Budget Day.
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Toby Moore: Why debt ceiling fears are overblown
OPINION: Finance Minister Willis warned last Tuesday of nearing NZ's debt ceiling.
The Conversation: Less than a 5% increase in health amounts to standing still
OPINION: A 5% rise in New Zealand health funding may only sustain current service levels.
Marama Davidson: Budget needs to fund communities, not corporate greed
OPINION: The Green Budget proposes making healthcare and early education free.
'Sincerely apologise': Bosses of heckler at Deputy PM's event investigating incident
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PM positive on providing tax support for firms that invest in tech and machinery
How the Government could change capital depreciation rules in the Budget.
Te Pāti Māori voices in Parliament on Budget day in doubt after compromise talks fail
A fiery debate is likely in Parliament today on how Te Pāti Māori MPs should be punished.
Hipkins calls Greens' Budget 'huge spend-up', 'unrealistic' but agrees with some elements
The Labour leader has previously refused to rule in or out supporting parts of the plan.
Luxon, Willis announce tax changes ahead of Budget day
The Government hopes the new changes will encourage investment.
Opinion: Economic forecasting is notoriously difficult, but global uncertainty is making it harder
OPINION: This year’s Budget will be one of the tightest in a decade.
Urgent care closer to home for rural and remote communities
'Geography shouldn’t be a barrier to getting the healthcare you need.'
Hayden Wilson: Fiscal restraint and growth focus define upcoming Budget
OPINION: Is there light at the end of the tunnel?
Watch: PM tightlipped on borrowing blueprint to fund expenditure days out from Budget
Christopher Luxon unveiled $164m for new 24/7 urgent care clinics.
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OPINION: Primary care receives less than 6% of New Zealand's health budget.
Budget to reveal high watermark for $132b government debt
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Govt needs to find billions for Budget 2025 to add up – where is it coming from?
KiwiSaver, emergency housing, pay equity are where the Govt has found cash for Budget.
Luxon announces $164m for new 24/7 urgent care services
The Prime Minister made the pre-Budget health announcement in Botany this afternoon.
Editorial: A delusional alternative Budget from Greens is what we've come to expect
OPINION: The Greens derive much of their support from the wealthiest electorates in NZ.
Steven Joyce: Why it's time to scrutinise Fonterra's role in rising food prices
OPINION: Dairy prices are rising; butter now costs $3 more than last year.
Fran O'Sullivan: Willis’ film industry backing shows Budget's focus on economic growth
OPINION: Balancing growth and fiscal prudence will be a tough task for the Govt, though.
Liam Dann explains what to expect in Budget 2025
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U-turn: Treasury to let union and other groups attend Budget lock-up
The move follows Nicola Willis intervening.
Govt rules out KiwiSaver tax cut – how much will it really help us boost our balances?
ANALYSIS: Jenee Tibshraeny looks at what Budget-day KiwiSaver changes could look like.
The Green party releases its alternative Budget
Greens promise $88b taxes including 33% inheritance tax for massive social safety net expansion. Video / Mark Mitchell