AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoElection Campaign: National is promising $300 million in water-storage loans and fertiliser-supply agreements if re-elected; opponents have attacked its fishing policy as a flip-flop. NZ First says it would lift the minimum wage at least in line with inflation. Government Formation: A new poll reports a surge for NZ First and Opportunity slipping below 5%, sharpening focus on the possibility of a minority government. Voting Rights: Pacific youth advocates warn many young voters remain unenrolled, with the deadline to enrol or update details on October 25—before voting opens. Public Accountability: A fresh challenge to the Government’s case for changing the Official Information Act says key cost estimates were shaky, renewing concerns about access to government records. Public Services: Labour has criticised staff shortages that shut GeoNet’s earthquake-monitoring centre for hours, raising questions about the effects of public-service cuts. Law and Order: Police data show cannabis possession and use charges have risen sharply, prompting concern that enforcement is costly and brings little benefit.
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