Labour Member’s Bill to Back Kiwi Investors and Expand Invest NZ

Labour is proposing legislative changes to broaden Invest New Zealand’s mandate, arguing that Kiwi investors and iwi enterprises should receive the same support as foreign capital.

Member’s Bill To Expand Invest New Zealand

Labour’s finance and economy spokesperson Barbara Edmonds will introduce a Member’s Bill to make it easier for Kiwis to invest, create jobs, and grow wealth here in New Zealand.

“New Zealanders are inventive and resourceful. What’s missing is a government willing to back them,” Barbara Edmonds said.

Linking The Bill To The New Zealand Future Fund

“Last week Labour announced the New Zealand Future Fund to invest in New Zealand, create jobs, and grow wealth right here at home.
“My Member’s Bill will expand Invest New Zealand’s mandate to include Kiwi investors, not just foreign ones.

What Would Change Under The Law?

“It’s a simple but important change: striking the word ‘overseas’ from the law so that Invest NZ can work with Kiwi investors, iwi enterprises, and regional funds, rather than being limited to just foreign corporations.

Backing Kiwi Capital Over Overseas Priority

“We welcome foreign investment, but National has neglected Kiwi talent and capital. My Bill simply gives Kiwi investors access to all the same tools and support currently available to potential foreign investors.

Election 2026 And The Investment Debate

“National is failing to back our home-grown ideas, people, and capital. Labour backs a future made in New Zealand,” Barbara Edmonds said.

The debate over investment is no longer just about attracting overseas capital — it’s about whether domestic ingenuity and iwi enterprise receive equal backing. That question may shape the economic contest heading into Election 2026.