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The thread centers on New Zealand's upcoming election, primarily debating the economic management and policy differences between the center-left Labour government and center-right National/ACT opposition. Key criticisms target Labour's fiscal stewardship, citing ballooning government expenditure #7#272, housing unaffordability, and unfulfilled promises like KiwiBuild and dental care expansion #16#12. A user #7 highlighted Labour's annual 9% spending growth versus 1.5% under previous governments, arguing this fueled inflation. National's tax-cut policy faced scrutiny over funding gaps and legality, with user #215 questioning Luxon's reliance on "trust me" assurances.
Leadership competence emerged as a critical theme, particularly in later posts. Luxon drew heavy criticism after a contentious interview where he struggled to defend policy details #194#199#211, while Willis faced backlash for her economic credentials. Hipkins garnered fleeting praise for articulation but was ultimately seen as representing poor governmental outcomes #45#119. A trusted user #308 presented expert economic analysis contradicting Treasury optimism. Infrastructure issues—like Wellington's water crisis and the dental school staffing shortage—were cited as examples of systemic mismanagement #235#12. Notable policy debates included road-user charges for EVs #220, immigration impacts on rents #299, and coalition scenarios involving NZ First #182#258. Early fringe discussions on candidates' rugby allegiances gave way to substantive policy critiques, culminating in grim Treasury forecasts discussed in posts #271#304#308. User #168 also revealed concerns about Labour rushing regulatory changes to entrench policies pre-election.

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Economic Policies, Housing Crisis, Leadership Competence

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its only week 2, give it time! and some leftie earlier in the thread was loathe to comment about some social media stuff that apparently is being reported on, but still did :D
If there’s something to answer, I’m sure the media will provide the details for us to make our own judgment. Affairs are one thing as Galloway found but if this has garnered a complaint, someone may have some answers to provide.
 
If there’s something to answer, I’m sure the media will provide the details for us to make our own judgment. Affairs are one thing as Galloway found but if this has garnered a complaint, someone may have some answers to provide.
just as the media has on the things you raised early
 
Especially now when there’s very little actual information for them to report on.
I think many are just finding it a bit ironic as luxon presented himself as this master operator which essentially probably has put a target on his back. Quite rightly so he’s going to be held to account just as the outgoing government has been. Heard someone say he’s run a big business and a master operator, yet to see it in action.
 
I think many are just finding it a bit ironic as luxon presented himself as this master operator which essentially probably has put a target on his back. Quite rightly so he’s going to be held to account just as the outgoing government has been. Heard someone say he’s run a big business and a master operator, yet to see it in action.
My opinion…. Luxon was the heir apparent for 2026 but was pushed forward for 2023 after Bridges, Collins and Muller proved to be useless. Whether Luxon has the ability to control Peters and Seymour will be one of the most interesting things to see over the next three years. Better him than me TBH.
 
its only week 2, give it time! and some leftie earlier in the thread was loathe to comment about some social media stuff that apparently is being reported on, but still did :D
No I actually said the media were preparing a story about inappropriate messages from a party leader.

But I definitely do recall on the old forum you and that really cool poster Surfin going on and on about JA's teeth. Weirdos.
 
My opinion…. Luxon was the heir apparent for 2026 but was pushed forward for 2023 after Bridges, Collins and Muller proved to be useless. Whether Luxon has the ability to control Peters and Seymour will be one of the most interesting things to see over the next three years. Better him than me TBH.
That’s why I think sticking with Hipkins is the right decision. He’s going to be able to question the government on everything he asked questions of and no answers were provided. I don’t think luxon’s going to cope in the political world, John key was able to charm the media so had them onboard and the same with Ardern. Luxon is prickly when questioned and media have already cast their judgment on him.
 
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