Bill to give co-ops clarity passes unanimously
Bay of Plenty MP Todd Muller’s Members’ Bill giving clarity around dividend rules has passed its final reading in Parliament with unanimous support. “My Members’ Bill, the Companies (Clarification of...
Reserve Bank predicts further economic slowdown
The Reserve Bank has lowered its growth forecasts again as economic indicators continue to show New Zealand's economy is underperforming, National Party Finance Spokesperson Paul Goldsmith says. "The Reserve Bank...
Government a shambles on immigration
The Government is all over the place on immigration and its policy is incoherent, National’s Immigration spokesperson Stuart Smith says. “The Government just can’t make up its mind. It campaigned...
National to focus on quality early childhood education
National is focused on lifting the quality of early childhood education, National’s Early Childhood Education spokesperson Nicola Willis says. “It’s important our children receive quality education in their early years...
National to reconsider first year Fees Free
National is exploring options to replace first year Fees Free, supporting a university into the Top 50 international rankings, and we’re looking to invest in a third medical school in...
Better support for children with complex needs
National is looking at substantial reform to support children with complex needs so that all children have the opportunity to succeed in life, National’s Education spokesperson Nikki Kaye says. “National’s...
National to lift quality of teaching and learning
A National Government will lift the quality of teaching and learning in New Zealand because we know a good education creates opportunities, National’s Education spokesperson Nikki Kaye says. “National values...
National to invest in quality education for our kids
National has today released our sixth Discussion Document which will ensure children get a quality education and have the skills to succeed, Leader of the Opposition Simon Bridges says. “National...
Speech: Education Discussion Document Launch
I am really excited about today. Education is a top priority for me because I know it can transform lives. For me going to great schools in West Auckland and...
Distracted Govt fails to deliver on China tourism
The Government has failed the tourism sector by not taking the China-NZ Year of Tourism seriously, National's Tourism spokesperson Todd McClay says. “As Tourism Minister Kelvin Davis quietly attended the...