Christopher Luxon’s Government continues to show its true colours on environmental protection, today rejecting most of the advice of expert panels established to consider the right level of protection for stewardship land on the West Coast, and reducing the protection of tens of thousands of hectares recommended for National Park status.

Following last week’s political posturing from Christopher Luxon’s Government, the Greens promise to do everything in their power to ensure everyone gets the healthcare they need, and that needs to include our trans whānau.

Today, we are announcing that a Green Government will commit to revoking any consents or permits handed out under the fast-track process for coal, gold and seabed mines.

Today, the Greens are announcing that a Green Government will commit to revoking any consents or permits handed out under the fast-track process for coal, Hardrock gold and seabed mining.

The Green Party condemns Christopher Luxon’s Government passing its Regulatory Standards Bill, which prioritises profits over people and planet.

More Government support for investment in oil, gas and LNG infrastructure is another step away from the sustainable and affordable energy network that this country needs.

The Greens back the call from CTU for bold, future-focussed action for our energy system.

The Green Party says the Government’s decision not to recognise Palestinian statehood is cowardly, and a stain on Aotearoa’s reputation as a voice for peace and justice internationally.

The Green Party acknowledges the life, contribution and passing of Tā Tumu Te Heuheu Tūkino VIII, the ariki of Ngāti Tūwharetoa. 

The Green Party has called on the Government to stop dithering and support Palestinian statehood, ahead of the UN General Assembly.