Free Public Transport Must Be in Budget 2026
Fuel costs are rising, transport poverty is biting and disabled passengers face higher costs. Free Fares NZ says Budget 2026 should make public transport free for those who need it most.
Author: The Daily Blog
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Luxon’s Fossil Fuel Subsidies Risk Breaching UK FTA
Luxon’s Government champions trade and climate credibility overseas, then subsidises gas and LNG at home. The Greens say the hypocrisy may breach our UK trade deal.
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NZ Fossil Fuel Subsidies Risk Breaching Trade Deals
New Zealand lectures the world on ending fossil fuel subsidies. Now legal experts warn its own gas and LNG support may breach trade commitments.
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The Bradbury Group: Barbara Edmonds, Hone Harawira and Qiulae Wong
Barbara Edmonds on the pre-Budget wreckage. Hone Harawira on Māori politics. Hooton, Verity Johnson and Qiulae Wong on a Government drowning in scandal. Live politics, no anaesthetic.
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The Influence of Grassroots Voices on Political Commentary in Aotearoa New Zealand
In recent years, the political landscape of Aotearoa New Zealand has undergone a significant transformation, largely driven by grassroots movements…
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Labour Demands Answers Over Luxon Corporate Lobbying
Private companies sought protection from climate lawsuits. The public found out through court action, not the Prime Minister’s Office. Labour says Luxon now owes New Zealand an explanation.
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Greens Demand Inquiry Into Luxon Climate Lobbying Scandal
Fonterra and Z Energy wanted protection from climate lawsuits. Luxon’s Government moved to give it to them. Now the Greens want an inquiry into who knew what.
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Government’s Fossil Gas Fairytale Exposed – Russel Norman
The Government spent two years insisting more fossil gas would save us. Now it is underwriting loans to help businesses escape gas dependence. Russel Norman says the fairytale has collapsed.
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Move-On Orders Will Hurt Youth Homelessness Response
Move-on orders don’t end homelessness. They push vulnerable rangatahi further from help, safety and the support they desperately need.
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Political Caption Competition
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