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New Zealand First Campaign Launch 2020
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The New Zealand First Party will be having its Campaign Launch on Sunday, 12th of July, 1 p.m. at the Captain Bougainville Theatre in Forum North, Whangarei.
Join our Party Leader Rt Hon Winston Peters, Northland candidate Hon Shane Jones, and Whangarei candidate Dr David Wilson - the Force for the North.
We will discuss issues critical to Northland, Whangarei and the rest of New Zealand.
This event is open to the public and we invite you to join us in launching our 2020 Campaign.
We'll see you there!
Investing in jobs and infrastructure will boost our post COVID-19 rebuild.
Shane Jones today announced $3 billion worth of shovel-ready projects across the country.
This package of infrastructure investments will help kick-start our post-COVID rebuild by creating more than 20,000 jobs up and down New Zealand.
Building infrastructure provides vital economic stimulus and creates jobs at a time when we are in great need of both.
The COVID Response and Recovery Fund (CRRF) set out in Budget 2020 earmarked $3 billion for infrastructure projects.
This package is in addition to the $12 billion New Zealand Upgrade Programme announced earlier this year and existing Provincial Growth Fund investments.
Minister Jones said the pipeline of projects would create immediate economic activity in the metropolitan centres as well as the regions.
“Both are critical to our economic and social recovery from the COVID-19 crisis,” he said.
“Not only has this massive undertaking provided us with the largest stocktake of infrastructure projects we’ve ever had but it’s enabled us to partner with central and local government, the private sector and community groups to deliver projects for all Kiwis."
“I am extremely proud of the depth and breadth of this unprecedented piece of work,” Minister Jones added.
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What’s new
Helping Kiwi workers and businesses with free trades training and apprenticeships
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Starting today, 1st of July, any form of apprenticeships will now be free.
We want to train and upskill New Zealanders to get into employment.
Supporting New Zealand workers affected by the COVID-19 crisis is one of our top priorities.
Protection for First Responders bill passes second reading
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Darroch Ball MP's "Protection for First Responders" member's bill passed its second reading in the House tonight.
The bill seeks to impose a minimum mandatory prison sentence of 6 months to anyone injuring a first responder or prison officer with intent.
READ:Harsher penalties for assaults on first responders one step closer <[link removed]>
Farm Debt Mediation Scheme comes into effect today
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The Farm Debt Mediation Scheme comes into effect today.
This key NZ First policy is 20 years in the making. We recognise that a farm isn’t just a business - oftentimes, it’s a family home and the pride of generations of farmers.
This scheme will ensure all options are explored to resolve debt issues before enforcement action is taken.
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NZ First commits to getting St John the $30 million they need <[link removed]>
New Zealand First have always backed St John New Zealand and appreciated the crucial role they play in our communities.
In Budget 2019, we successfully secured a $21 million funding boost for the ambulance service.
Now, we are committing to getting them the $30 million funding they desperately need to continue their operations.
Creating jobs for Whakatane
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The Provincial Growth Fund is investing into jobs creation in Whakatāne.
Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters and Under-Secretary for Regional Economic Development Fletcher Tabuteau MP announced yesterday infrastructure projects and support for local food growers that will speed up economic recovery in this town.
READ MORE: Whakatāne gets a $2.5m 'turbo boost' <[link removed]>
NZ First welcomes the passage of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission Bill <[link removed]>
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We welcome the passage of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission Bill through Parliament today fulfilling a Coalition Agreement commitment.
Spokesperson for Health Jenny Marcroft MP says: "“This is an important step in saving the lives of New Zealanders..."
“The power of the Commission will be its independence, it will provide not only a panel of Mental Health experts but also the voice of lived experience. It will lay the foundation to transforming the countries support services and guide us toward greater wellbeing."
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Jobs for the Hawke's Bay
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Our Deputy Leader Fletcher Tabuteau MPwas in the Hawke's Bay to announce Provincial Growth Fund investment in jobs for the region.
The projects will prepare youth for vocational training and job readiness, while also creating immediate jobs in the manufacturing, recycling and horticulture industries.
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In the House
We update you on developments on New Zealand First members' bills in the House.
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Mark Patterson MP's Member's Bill will be read for the first time in the House.
The "Fair Residency Bill" seeks to increase the length of time someone needs to have lived in New Zealand to be eligible for NZ Super, from 10 years to 20 years, from age 20.
NZ First Members' Bills drawn from the ballot:
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Darroch Ball MP - Protection for First Responders and Prison Officers Bill <[link removed]>
Darroch Ball MP - Oranga Tamariki (Youth Justice Demerit Points) Amendment Bill <[link removed]>
Have your say
New Zealand First is committed to listening to voters. Answer our surveys and let us know where you stand on these pressing issues.
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