Rebuilding the economy to lower the cost of living. Restoring law and order. Delivering better public services like health and education.
As I said at the National Party Northern Conference today, these are our top priorities.
We will build more infrastructure in this country. Period.
Infrastructure is a key piece in the puzzle in helping grow our economy.
I visited the new Waimea Dam today to hear from local Mayors and contractors about their lessons from this big undertaking.
It's good to see tourism now coming back, but it has still not fully recovered, with operators dealing with the impacts of high inflation and interest rates and an economy that has gone backwards for the last six years.
To rebuild our economy, we have to hustle and look to grow…
Three Waters was a debacle. Today we announced that Local Water Done Well will be delivered in Auckland.
Our plan - approved unanimously by Auckland Council - will see Aucklanders avoid a nasty 25.8% increase in water charges, while retaining local control of Watercare.
This…
A pleasure to meet the hardworking crew at the Untouched World flagship store in Christchurch today.
Very cool to see the work Peri Drysdale and the team are doing creating sustainable clothing, proving business and the environment must work together!
With the end of Passover, I hope this week has afforded our Jewish community the chance for renewal and peace.
From my family to yours, we wish you and your families happiness, health, and all the very best. Chag Pesach Sameach.
Our Government will deliver a world-leading education system that sets Kiwi kids up for future success. Here are our priorities to make it happen.
1. Clearer curriculum
2. Better approach to literacy and numeracy
3. Smarter assessment and reporting
4. Improved teacher training…