Nicola Willis · [email protected]

June 14, 2026 at 5:38 AM

REVEALED: Labour's Hidden Bill

[link removed] Dear John, Labour has a hidden bill of more than $18 billion with no plan for how they’ll pay for it. So far, their spending promises add up to $21b while their new Capital Gains Tax would raise $2.8b. That leaves a gap of $18.2b. Chris Hipkins must be up front with Ne…

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  Sylvia Wood · [email protected]

June 8, 2026 at 11:56 PM

It starts today.

Dear John, It’s official. This will be our most important President’s Appeal fundraiser to date. And it starts today. John, National needs your help to hit our fundraising goal so we can be ready for the election, which is now just five months away. We need to protect the progress we …

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  Hamish Campbell MP · [email protected]

June 5, 2026 at 12:38 AM

June 2026 Newsletter

Dear John, June 2026                                                                                      Welcome to my June newsletter! Firstly, my sincere congratulations to both the Ilam residents who were recognised in the King’s Birthday honours. Associate Professor Nicola Austin ONZM …

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  Hon Louise Upston · [email protected]

May 30, 2026 at 12:36 AM

Budget 2026

Dear John In this issue: * Minister's News * In the House * Electorate News * Upcoming Engagement Opportunities ---------------------------------------- MINISTER'S NEWS Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, MP for Tukituki Catherine Wedd, Health Minister Simeon Brown and I …

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  Hon Penny Simmonds · [email protected]

May 29, 2026 at 9:19 PM

Budget Newsletter

Dear John, ** Budget Update ------------------------------------------------------------ No doubt you all watched the budget with interest. I would describe Budget 2026 – as a responsible Budget, focused on securing Southland and New Zealand’s future. At a time when many families and …

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  Suze Redmayne | MP for Rangitīkei · [email protected]

May 29, 2026 at 6:15 AM

News from Suze: Budget 2026 — Securing Our Future

Dear John, On Thursday, our Government delivered a Budget focused on securing New Zealand’s future. Budget 2026 sets a clear path for stronger economic growth, more jobs and lower borrowing, while continuing to invest in the frontline services New Zealanders rely on. It is a Budget focused on …

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  Tim Costley MP · [email protected]

May 28, 2026 at 5:56 AM

Tim's Special: budgets, boundaries and bills

Hi John, A short but important update for you. TODAY'S BUDGET DELIVERS FOR OUR REGION: * Funding for new health initiatives * local Kapiti cancer clinic * expanding bowel cancer screening even further than last year, now additionally to 56 and 57 year olds …

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  Christopher Luxon · [email protected]

May 28, 2026 at 2:51 AM

Here’s what you need to know about Budget 2026

[link removed] Dear John, The numbers are in – and they’re good news for Kiwis who have been working hard to get ahead. Despite global volatility, our economic plan is working. Solid economic growth. 220,000 more jobs. And wages rising faster than prices, the key to making life more affo…

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  Christopher Luxon · [email protected]

May 24, 2026 at 2:00 AM

Major boost to tackle wilding pines

[link removed] Dear John, Wilding pines are a blight on our landscape, and we are serious about tackling the scourge. Over two million hectares of New Zealand are infested with wilding pines, and untreated areas are expanding by around five per cent every year. They strangle our producti…

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  Suze Redmayne | MP for Rangitīkei · [email protected]

May 15, 2026 at 10:40 PM

News from Suze — May 2026

Dear John, It’s been great to see some settled autumn weather across Rangitīkei and Horowhenua lately, especially with duckshooting season now underway. There’s always a buzz around this time of year as friends and families gather to catch up and enjoy the outdoors. Parliament was sitting this…

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  Dan Bidois MP for Northcote · [email protected]

May 15, 2026 at 8:30 PM

Bidois Bulletin May '26 – Framing Budget 2026

Dear John, As National's Finance Minister Nicola Willis prepares to deliver her third budget later this month, I wanted to give you brief context on our financial situation as a government. In short: our fiscal reality is tightening, and there’s no easy way around it. After years of w…

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  Christopher Luxon · [email protected]

May 14, 2026 at 12:23 AM

In case you missed it – my speech on securing New Zealand’s future

[link removed] Dear John, In the lead up to Budget 2026, I delivered a speech this week about securing New Zealand’s future in a volatile world. In particular, the recent turmoil offshore has reinforced the importance of responsible economic management and fiscal discipline ahead of Budget …

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  Tim Costley MP · [email protected]

May 6, 2026 at 1:39 AM

Tim's May Update

Hi John, I want to keep serving as your local MP, and as part of a National Government. I'll be campaigning on our track record from the last three years in Kapiti and, to give you a taste, here are ten local things I'm proud of (or click for the video) [link removed] 1. The new breast cance…

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  Miles Anderson MP for Waitaki · [email protected]

May 1, 2026 at 1:02 AM

Miles' Monthly - Free Trade Deal

Dear John,   One of the biggest political developments of the year so far has been completing the New Zealand–India Free Trade Agreement (FTA), marking a once‑in‑a‑generation step forward for New Zealand exporters into a market of 1.4 billion people. This is particularly significant for Wai…

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  Hamish Campbell MP · [email protected]

April 30, 2026 at 10:58 PM

May 2026 Newsletter

May 2026 Dear John, Welcome to my May newsletter! Over the last few weekends, Christchurch has really come alive. Between car racing and rugby and all the other sports, arts, and events there’s been a great buzz around the city. Tourism and hospitality have had a much-needed boost. Christch…

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  Hon Louise Upston · [email protected]

April 30, 2026 at 3:43 AM

We will remember them.

Dear John In this issue: * Minister's News * In the House * Electorate News * Upcoming Engagement Opportunities ---------------------------------------- MINISTER'S NEWS TOURISM STATISTICS Recent tourism statistics show New Zealand’s international visitor numbers co…

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  Christopher Luxon & Todd McClay · [email protected]

April 25, 2026 at 10:08 PM

India - New Zealand Free Trade Agreement

[link removed] Dear John, Three years ago, people said National couldn’t deliver an India New Zealand Free Trade Agreement. Tomorrow in New Delhi, it becomes reality. Whether its apples in Nelson, kiwifruit in Hawke’s Bay, lamb in the Rangitikei or mussels in Marlborough, this opens the doo…

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  Hon Penny Simmonds · [email protected]

April 23, 2026 at 3:58 AM

Autumn Newsletter

Dear John, ** Autumn Newsletter ------------------------------------------------------------ The year is passing quickly and in recent months there have been some great new policies announced by National that will benefit Southlanders and their families. Our province is travelling well, wit…

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  Tim Costley MP · [email protected]

April 9, 2026 at 4:25 AM

Two important events

Hi John, A quick email with two important invites. VOLUNTEERS' CELEBRATION Firstly, if you're keen to be part of my team this year, then please join us at our volunteers' celebration on Wednesday night, 7pm at Connect Church Auditorium, Realm Drive, Paraparaumu. If you've never tho…

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  Dan Bidois MP for Northcote · [email protected]

April 9, 2026 at 2:49 AM

Bidois Bulletin April '26 – Managing Economic Uncertainty

“Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.” — Theodore Roosevelt Dear John, As conflict in the Middle East continues to disrupt global oil flows, the Coalition Government is focused on limiting the impacts of this on the New Zealand economy. In the short term, this means the impa…

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  Suze Redmayne | MP for Rangitīkei · [email protected]

April 9, 2026 at 2:34 AM

News from Suze — April 2026

Dear John, I hope you enjoyed a relaxing Easter weekend and some welcome sunshine. School holidays are underway which also means Parliament is in recess, and I’m looking forward to spending more time out in the community over the next couple of weeks. Ongoing conflict in the Middle East con…

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  Hamish Campbell · [email protected]

April 8, 2026 at 10:59 PM

April 2026 Newsletter

Dear John, April 2026 Welcome to my April newsletter! The phrase "When America sneezes, the world catches a cold" is a commonly cited economic motto highlighting the global influence of the U.S. economy. Today, the world is deeply impacted by rising fuel costs, as tensions continue in …

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  Tim Costley MP · [email protected]

April 2, 2026 at 3:54 AM

Why I'm seeking answers from FENZ

Hi John, National is backing our Firefighters, and I'm leading the charge. That’s why I wrote to Parliament’s Governance and Administration Select Committee and moved a motion asking for an inquiry into Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ). I'm pleased that all members of the committee have a…

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  Hon Louise Upston · [email protected]

April 1, 2026 at 4:23 AM

Happy Easter!

Dear John In this issue: * Minister's News * In the House * Electorate News * Upcoming Engagement Opportunities ---------------------------------------- MINISTER'S NEWS $70 MILLION MAJOR EVENTS AND TOURISM PACKAGE SHOWSTOPPERS Tottenham Hotspur legend Ledley King s…

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  Tim Costley MP · [email protected]

March 29, 2026 at 7:36 AM

Tim's March Update

Hi John, I hope you're doing well. All my updates are below, but if you want to see what a normal day looks like for me, watch this [link removed] And if you can like and share my videos it really helps. This month: * Fuel * Five local stories you'll love * Milestones - first to 10…

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  Christopher Luxon · [email protected]

March 24, 2026 at 2:51 AM

$50 a week for lower-income working families.

[link removed] Dear John, Today National announced a very targeted helping hand to those who need it most as costs rise due to the Middle East conflict. We know sharp price increases at the pump are putting pressure on many Kiwis and we believe the situation is serious enough that support i…

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  Dan Bidois - Northcote National Party · [email protected]

March 22, 2026 at 10:03 PM

Last Minute Opportunity - Fundraiser this Thursday

Dear John, A small number of seats have unexpectedly become available for our fundraiser dinner event this Thursday, 26 March at 6pm featuring special guest the Leader of the National Party, Christopher Luxon. It’s shaping up to be a great evening, bringing people together for good convers…

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  Christopher Luxon · [email protected]

March 20, 2026 at 5:30 AM

Update on the conflict in Iran

[link removed] Dear John, You’re likely concerned about the impact the war in the Middle East is having on New Zealand. I wanted to give you an update on where we’re at. First, the economic basics. We entered this challenging time in a stronger position than we would have been had this happ…

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  Chris Bishop · [email protected]

March 13, 2026 at 3:37 AM

Friday Top 5

Dear John, Here’s what you may have missed this week. Please share it around. Forward this email to a friend! ([link removed]) 1.Half of Labour’s $60b COVID spend not on pandemic The Royal Commission of Inquiry into COVID has confirmed that Labour’s COVID restrictions, while initially ba…

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  Dan Bidois MP for Northcote · [email protected]

March 12, 2026 at 11:38 PM

Upcoming Northcote Events

UPCOMING EVENTS - GET INVOLVED! * Transport Public Meeting We are holding a public meeting on transport with Transport Minister Chris Bishop. Come along, ask questions, give us your views and hear more about where things stand with the second Waitematā Harbour Crossing and what comes …

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  Hon Louise Upston · [email protected]

March 6, 2026 at 2:52 AM

Autumn already!

Dear John In this issue: * Minister's News * In the House * Electorate News * Upcoming Engagement Opportunities ---------------------------------------- MINISTER'S NEWS TOURISM CONTRIBUTES BILLIONS The latest International Visitor Survey showed international touris…

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  Chris Bishop · [email protected]

March 6, 2026 at 2:49 AM

Friday Top 5

Dear John, We’ve had lots of positive feedback about the Friday Top 5. Share it around by forwarding this email or share to your social media. Forward this email to a friend! ([link removed]) Here’s what you may have missed. 1. Boom! Tourism drives billions into New Zealand economy New …

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  Hamish Campbell · [email protected]

March 5, 2026 at 11:06 PM

Hamish Campbell March Newsletter

Dear John, March 2026 Welcome to my March newsletter! I’m writing in the first week of autumn. The weather may have been changeable, but it didn’t stop Hagley Park from coming alive with 90,000 people at Electric Ave. Over half the festival-goers came from outside the city, giving a welcome…

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  Suze Redmayne | MP for Rangitīkei · [email protected]

February 27, 2026 at 4:41 AM

News from Suze — February 2026

Dear John, The year has begun with its fair share of contrasts across New Zealand and in the mighty Rangitīkei, especially over the last couple of weeks after severe weather rolled through our towns and rural communities. It’s been a tough time for many, and the clean-up will take a while yet.…

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  Chris Bishop · [email protected]

February 27, 2026 at 3:09 AM

Friday Top 5

Dear John, We’ve had lots of positive feedback about the Friday Top 5 with people also saying they would like it to be seen more widely. So, we have added this helpful forward button so you can easily forward to a friend! Forward this email to a friend! ([link removed]) Here’s what you may ha…

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  Nicola Willis · [email protected]

February 23, 2026 at 3:30 AM

No new plan, just more tax

[link removed] Dear John, You might have seen that Labour’s leader Chris Hipkins gave his state of the nation speech today. It was remarkable only for its total lack of a plan for New Zealand. Labour is two years into Opposition and devoid of any new ideas to take the country forward. …

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  Chris Bishop · [email protected]

February 20, 2026 at 1:34 AM

Friday Top 5

Dear John, Welcome to this week’s issue of Friday Top 5. Here’s what you might have missed this week: 1. More gigs, more goals, more growth - Eden Park is set free We’ve rewritten the outdated rules at Eden Park that have been stifling events at our largest stadium. You’ll now get to see…

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  Tim Costley MP · [email protected]

February 19, 2026 at 9:03 PM

Tim's February Update

Hi John, I hope you've survived the wild weather earlier this week. A lot has happened recently and I want to give a very brief summary below. This month: * TG is 110km/hr!! * Business After Five with Sally Duxfield * Why I'm standing again this year * Weekly updates * What…

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  Chris Bishop · [email protected]

February 19, 2026 at 3:16 AM

We’ve listened to Aucklanders on housing

[link removed] Dear John, As New Zealand’s largest city, Auckland is the engine room of our economy. To ensure it can grow and meet the needs of its increasing population with affordable housing there needs to be capacity to build more homes. Aucklanders have rightly raised concerns about h…

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  Dan Bidois MP for Northcote · [email protected]

February 18, 2026 at 9:32 PM

Bidois Bulletin Feb ‘26 – Education Drives Growth

“A good education is the closest thing we have to a silver bullet when it comes to making people’s lives better.” - Rishi Sinak Dear John, There is no stronger economic policy than fixing our education system. When we lift student achievement in our schools, we lift opportunity for our kid…

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  Chris Bishop · [email protected]

February 13, 2026 at 3:10 AM

Friday Top 5

Dear John, Welcome to the second edition of National’s new weekly newsletter. It’s a brief update on five things National has done this week to fix the basics and build the future to help all New Zealander’s get ahead. Here’s what you might’ve missed this week: 1. New LNG import facility…

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  Chris Bishop · [email protected]

February 12, 2026 at 4:51 AM

Fixing the basics – Kainga Ora edition

[link removed] Dear John, National’s plan to turn around Kainga Ora has so far saved close to $10 billion of your money. When Labour was in charge of the country’s chequebook, Kainga Ora was a financial basket case. Debt was due to peak at a massive $29 billion and there was a sea of red in…

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  Hon Louise Upston · [email protected]

February 11, 2026 at 2:07 AM

Happy New Year 2026!

Dear John In this issue: * Minister's News * In the House * Electorate News * Upcoming Engagement Opportunities ---------------------------------------- MINISTER'S NEWS EMPLOYMENT STATS Stats NZ figures out last week show an extra 15,000 people got jobs in the last…

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  Christopher Luxon · [email protected]

February 9, 2026 at 4:55 AM

National’s plan for cheaper energy prices

[link removed] Dear John, Labour’s oil and gas ban increased energy prices, cut jobs and made New Zealand more reliant on low-quality overseas coal. That is why National ended Labour’s oil and gas ban. Today, Energy Minister Simon Watts and I announced that we will build an LNG import fa…

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  Hon Penny Simmonds · [email protected]

February 7, 2026 at 8:12 AM

New Year Newsletter

Dear John, ** New Year Newsletter! ------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to 2026 - and what a start we’ve had to the year so far. We have a November 7 election date, the local economy is moving in the right direction, exports are booming, we’ve recorded some o…

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  Chris Bishop · [email protected]

February 5, 2026 at 6:42 AM

Friday Top 5: 5 things you might have missed this week

[link removed] Dear John, Welcome to the first edition of a brand-new weekly newsletter from National, called “Friday Top 5: things you might have missed this week” (yes, I know it’s Thursday!) This new weekly update is your chance to hear directly from us about what National has done each …

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  New Zealand National Party · [email protected]

February 5, 2026 at 2:08 AM

Superblues Meeting with Tim & Carl Bates

[link removed] Dear John, A reminder from the Kapiti Electorate to join us in Waikanae next Friday at the SuperBlues Meeting with Tim Costley & Carl Bates, MP for Whanganui! This meeting is open to members of the National Party, $10 entry at the door. Date: 13th February 2026 Time: 10…

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  Chris Bishop · [email protected]

February 4, 2026 at 10:57 PM

Not so breaking news

[link removed] Dear John, Chris Hipkins is showing, once again, you can’t trust Labour on tax. After ruling out a Capital Gains Tax in 2023, he proposed one in 2025. At the time, he insisted he wouldn’t increase his Capital Gains Tax, but this week he all but confirmed he will. Help u…

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  Tim Costley MP · [email protected]

February 4, 2026 at 10:36 PM

Kapiti Business After 5 and Over-60s morning tea

Hi John, Really quickly, I wanted to invite you to one of two special events. KAPITI BUSINESS AFTER 5 After the very popular afternoon tea with the PM, a lot of people have asked me about more regular business events in Kapiti. So here goes... This is specifically targeted at those w…

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  Erica Stanford · [email protected]

February 3, 2026 at 4:17 AM

Our kids are doing better at school under National

[link removed] Dear John, As your kids head back to school for the 2026 year, they will be better prepared than they have ever been under National. No matter where your primary or intermediate school is, parents will now easily see how their child is progressing with clearer, detailed repor…

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