Framework needs to set out clear mandate for central and local government in legislation.
Chris Hipkins said Labour's plan would be backed by solid government finances. Meanwhile, Act releases detail on its proposed Ministry of Regulation.
Luxon says the country is not maximising its opportunities; Peters criticises Luxon and Hipkins.
Governing Interest: Sector heads discuss the need for coherent central aviation policy, and whether there's any political will to change Air New Zealand’s dominance.
Firms don’t want corporate tax hikes, or wealth and capital gains taxes introduced.
National and Act say replacement RMA legislation will make it harder to get things done.
Finance spokespeople debate the main issues in Wellington today.
Governing Interest: National and Act are convinced the Reserve Bank should return to a single inflation-busting mandate, but will NZ First reverse its previous firm support for amendments backed by Labour and the Greens?
Governing Interest: James Shaw says people are comfortable with the difference the Greens make in government and want to see more of it.
Governing Interest: David Seymour says it’s not a time to just trim the sails.