Articles by Marama

services and systems

Green Party to abolish training wage and provide more support for apprentices

The Green Party will abolish the training wage, so people aren’t forced to live in poverty while they learn on the job. “A strong economy needs a strong workforce. We will ensure apprentices are paid properly for their work, supporting more tradies on and into the job,” says Green Party Co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick. "We need to more homes and renewable energy, which means we need a skilled workforce of builders, electricians, plumbers, mechanics, and other tradespeople to make it happen.”...

Posted at October 17, 2026 11:13 AM by Chlöe Swarbrick and Marama Davidson

services and systems

Greens announce paid placements for nurses, teachers, and social workers

Greens announce paid placements for nurses, teachers, and social workers The Green Party has announced it will provide students a universal weekly payment while they complete practical training to become nurses, teachers, and other essential health and social support workers."Students should not have to go broke while they train for the jobs New Zealand needs. Our paid placements policy will make sure they can afford the essentials while training,” says Green Party Co-leader Marama Davidson. The Green Party will also...

Posted at October 16, 2026 12:18 PM by Marama Davidson

services and systems

Greens promise to reverse National’s Public Service cuts

The Green Party would cancel the National Party's $2.4 billion cuts to the public service if elected, says co-leader Marama Davidson. "National's reckless cuts to public services have left New Zealanders with crumbling essential services, and job losses that have devastated our local economy, including the hospitality and retail sectors.” "Instead of investing in our public service, and the people who bring their skills, talent and dedication to the sector, the National Party is proposing cutting another 8,700 more roles and...

Posted at October 15, 2026 1:15 PM by Marama Davidson

culture and innovation

Greens’ economic development plan will create 284,000 jobs

The Green Party has today released its economic development plan to rebuild Aotearoa New Zealand and create 284,000 jobs over the next four years. “The Greens are serious about the economy. We will drive it to meet the needs of New Zealanders. Our plan will create 284,000 jobs, lower the cost of living and ensure we’re all happier, healthier and safer,” says Green Party Co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick.  “We will rescope the directionless Investment Boost, which even BusinessNZ’s survey showed has overwhelmingly not ‘positively influenced’ investment in productivity-enhancing assets, to instead drive research and development towards 3% of GDP. 2% is considered the international...

Posted at October 13, 2026 10:31 AM by Marama Davidson

people and communities

Greens commit to funding and delivering level crossing removals

The Green Party has committed to funding and delivering level crossing removals in Auckland, allowing for better safety outcomes, more frequent trains, and fewer delays.“The Green Party will work with Auckland Council to identify the best options to fund and deliver level crossing removals, so West Auckland can experience the full benefits of the City Rail Link,” says Green Party Co-leader Marama Davidson. “This is fundamentally about safety. Right now, these crossings create risks for people every single day, whether...

Posted at October 12, 2026 1:02 PM by Chlöe Swarbrick and Marama Davidson and Julie Anne Genter

services and systems

Greens announce jobs guarantee for young people

The Green Party has announced a jobs guarantee for young New Zealanders, giving every 16- to 24-year-old who has been out of work for six months a pathway into a job in their local community. “All around our country, infrastructure and nature need maintenance and renewal, and community services are short of the people they need. We will guarantee young people a job doing this important work,” says Green Party Co-leader Marama Davidson. “When there is so much real work...

Posted at October 11, 2026 10:16 AM by Marama Davidson