Dear John,
 
“Christmas is a season not only of rejoicing but of reflection” – Winston Churchill
 
We are coming to the end of what has been a tough and difficult year for many. We know times are challenging which is why we have been working at pace to get our economy and country back on track.

One year on from taking office, there are small signs of light at the end of the tunnel. 

On restoring law and order, we have seen a 3 per cent decline in overall victimisations reported to police and a 60 per cent decline in reported ram raids. 

There has been a 22 per cent reduction in serious assaults and an 11 per cent reduction in aggravated robberies compared to a year ago. Our government’s back-to-basics policing approach has resulted in a 30 per cent increase in police foot patrols across the country.

On cost of living, annual inflation is down to 2.2 per cent, the lowest in 3.5 years, thanks to us reining in wasteful government spending and a return to the Reserve Bank’s single focus on fighting inflation. 

On health, we are investing a record $30 billion into health to deliver faster cancer treatment, higher immunisation rates and shorter emergency waits. We are delivering on a campaign promise by funding 54 new medicines including 26 cancer treatments over four years benefitting 175,000 New Zealanders annually.
   
On housing, we have seen the number of people in emergency housing cut by 62 per cent from 3,141 households to 1,179 households over the past year. Stable, long-term housing contributes significantly to improved social, economic, and health outcomes.

We know that there is a lot of work before us to improve the prosperity of our communities so that all New Zealanders are better off from a change of government. 

As we head into the festive season, I am mindful of the many families needing extra support over this period. In our community, there are many great local organisations supporting families with groceries, gifts or cash donations online. Please give generously if you can, to support those in need this Christmas.
 
Public Meeting on Wairau Valley Flood Mitigation

If you work in Wairau Valley or live in the Milford area and were impacted by the 2023 floods, you may be interested in a public meeting I am co-hosting with my colleague, Hon Simon Watts. Details are below.

Community Christmas Drive:

How can you support your community during the festive season?

- The Salvation Army are continuing their gift drive until 13 December.  Please donate non-perishable items, supermarket gift cards, Food to suit the elderly and children.   Gifts for all ages and gift cards.   These can be dropped off at 4 Kaipatiki Road Mon- Fri 10-2 pm. 
- De Paul House have launched their Christmas Appeal. Spread the joy and donate via their website or drop off food treats, new toys and clothing to 92 Onewa Road by 6th December .  Visit their website for further info  [www.depaulhouse.org.nz/donations]([link removed])

Local Events

- Beach Haven Primary presents Christmas in the Haven!  This long-standing event is happening on Fri 6th December from 4.30 – 7.30 pm.   Head along to 50 Tramway Road for student performances, fun activities and fine food.
- On Saturday 7th December Birkenhead Village welcomes the Santa Seasonal Jingle Jam.   Lots of family fun including games, balloon igloos and Santa’s arrival at 2 pm – Neil Fisher Reserve – Birkenhead library.    An all-day event starting at 10 am. 
- Festive Carols in the Park – The North Shore Pasefika Forum warmly invites the community for an evening of singing, fun and festive celebration.  Friday 13th December from 5- 8 pm in the Opaketai Beach Haven Gardens.
 
Christmas Office Hours

My office in Birkenhead will close for Christmas on Friday 20th December and will re open on Monday 13th January. 

>From my family to yours, I wish you all a safe and happy Christmas break.
 
Regards,

 
Dan Bidois
MP for Northcote
 
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