John, 

From today, many Kiwis will be worse off.

The National Government’s April 1 changes mean some support will be cut and costs driven up – here’s how it could affect you:

Power bills are going up by $10 a month on average – in some regions, it’s $25 more, right as we head into winter.

Tens of thousands of workers are effectively getting a pay cut, with the minimum wage rising by just 35 cents– far below inflation and the smallest increase in a decade.

And interest on student loan repayments is going up, hitting young Kiwis who pay it in the pocket. 

John, times are tough, and this Government is only making it harder. Jobs are being cut, wages are falling behind, and families are being left to struggle. In fact, almost 22,000 more people are now on the Jobseeker benefit in just the past year alone.

Instead of making choices to help people, this April 1 the Government has prioritised a $2.9 billion tax cut for landlords – who will now be able to claim a 100% mortgage interest deduction.

This money could have gone towards lifting wages, fully funding the school lunch programme, or building more public houses.

The difference is stark. When Labour was in Government, Kiwis saw real support on April 1 – meaningful increases to wages and more help for those doing it toughest.

Labour makes choices to make people’s lives easier, National has shown they do not.

Please forward this email on to whānau or friends to make sure they know how these changes could affect them.

Thank you,

Ginny Andersen
Spokesperson for Jobs and Income




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