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Green Party calls for ‘test to stay’ in schools, free RATs for all
The Green party is calling for “test to stay” in schools and early childhood education, and free Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs) for all to protect vulnerable communities.
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Greens support resettlement for Ukrainian refugees
The Green Party urges the Government to offer to resettle and support Ukrainian refugees fleeing Russian violence and persecution.
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Climate adaptation is crucial but emissions must still come down
Minister of Climate Change James Shaw says the latest Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) assessment report is a stark reminder of why New Zealand needs to plan for the worst effects of climate change.
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Protect at-risk communities as borders open
Border changes announced today underscores the need for the Government to step-up protections for the most at-risk communities.
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Greens call on Government to be a mediator for peace in Ukraine
“Our first thoughts are with the people of Ukraine and their families, as well as the political activists, journalists, human rights defenders and Rainbow community members who dedicate their lives working to build a peaceful and inclusive future for their country and are likely to be particular targets of Russian violence,” says Foreign Affairs spokesperson Golriz Ghahraman.
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Liveable incomes still desperately needed
Today’s child poverty statistics show family incomes are not high enough, and the Government must do more if it really wants to end child poverty.
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Greens win support for our cities’ cultural infrastructure
The Greens welcome targeted support for music venues, bars, cafes, theatres and the people who bring them alive, as announced by the Minister of Finance today.
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Greens call for further benefit lift as part of COVID-19 response
Ending poverty should be part of our public health response, says the Greens today in support of a report from Child Poverty Action Group.
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Green Party win will help reduce transport emissions
“Today we have taken an important step towards ensuring people have more clean and green ways of getting around,” says Ricardo Menéndez March, Green spokesperson for Transport.
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It’s time for a Ministry for Rainbow Communities, say Greens
The Green Party has launched a petition calling on the Government to create a Ministry for Rainbow Communities.