Child poverty, social determinants of health, and the limits of balance sheet thinking
Child poverty in New Zealand is not inevitable — but it is driving rising health system demand and exposing the limits of balance sheet-driven policy.
New Zealand Politics
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Willis hilariously outshines Luxon in Post-Cabinet Press Conference questioning his leadership – why he’ll get rolled in June
The latest Post-Cabinet press conference revealed more than just policy messaging — it exposed the growing contrast between Christopher Luxon…
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What happens when 40,000 Kiwis suddenly get MSD debt letters in September?
The Greens warn new legislation could leave nearly 40,000 New Zealanders facing MSD debt letters after receiving welfare while waiting for ACC claims.
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This election it’s either Winston as PM for 12 months, 18 months or TOP – pick one
Coalition arithmetic under MMP means the real power often sits with the smallest parties. As Election 2026 approaches, polling suggests…
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The coup against Luxon will happen when Judith leaves in June
Speculation is growing that a National Party leadership coup against Christopher Luxon could occur when Judith Collins steps down in June.
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Former National MP Jackie Blue joins Opportunity after pay equity clash with Government
Former National MP Jackie Blue has joined Opportunity after resigning from the National Party, citing the Government’s handling of the Equal Pay Amendment Act 2025.
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The killing of Iranian school girls is a war crime
An Al Jazeera investigation into the bombing of an Iranian girls’ school raises serious questions about targeting intelligence and potential breaches of international humanitarian law.
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Qiulae Wong is the perfect antidote to Winston Peters and NZF
With TOP polling near the 5 percent threshold, Qiulae Wong and the party could reshape coalition politics and weaken Winston Peters’ traditional kingmaker role.
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4 years of Ukraine War, 3 years of Gaza Genocide and new war with Iran
4 years of Ukraine War, 3 years of Gaza Genocide and new war with Iran. There’s also been an invisible…
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Infrastructure report highlights hollowed out impacts of 30 years of neoliberalism – why more user pays is not the answer
Thomas Coughlan: Infrastructure Commission asks Labour and National to do something unpopular THE FACTS An Infrastructure Commission report warns more…
