McCain closure latest sign Govt failing on jobs – Labour
The McCain Hastings closure is the latest in a string of job losses — and Labour says it’s part of a deeper economic problem.

The McCain Hastings closure is the latest in a string of job losses — and Labour says it’s part of a deeper economic problem.

As fuel and food costs rise, Mana Mokopuna is warning that the children with the greatest needs are still being left out of Government support.

Free climate workshops in Taranaki aim to help communities respond to the fuel crisis and build local resilience.

Pike River families condemn rushed law changes they say undermine workplace safety and betray the legacy of the 29 men who died.

The Green Party housing plan New Zealand aims to end homelessness, strengthen renters’ rights and fix the housing crisis.

Greenpeace says the Fisheries Amendment Bill New Zealand must be rejected, warning it weakens ocean protections and transparency.

Environmental groups warn the Fisheries Amendment Bill could weaken ocean protections, expand bottom trawling, and hand greater control to the fishing industry.

Labour says the McCain closure in Hastings is the latest sign of a growing jobs crisis, with manufacturing layoffs and rising unemployment across New Zealand.

Greens offer National their votes to pass urgent fuel crisis relief, including free public transport and windfall taxes on petrol companies.

Forest & Bird warns new fishing laws could damage marine ecosystems and prioritise profit over sustainability.