Click here for our 2020 Election Priorities for Democracy The Green Party envisions a democratic Aotearoa New Zealand in which: The government asserts its sovereign independence and, in accordance with Te Tiriti o Waitangi, upholds the tino rangitiratanga of Tangata Whenua. There is a proportional electoral system that is transparent and fair. The country is governed by a Parliament that represents the diversity of Aotearoa New Zealand and recognises the inherent dignity and the equitable and inalienable rights and responsibilities...

Click here for our 2020 Election Priorities for Disability Click here for our Easy Read Version In an inclusive society, everyone has their full rights recognised and actively participates in their communities. The real obstacle to full participation in society by people with impairments is the physical, environmental, social and organisational barriers, poorly informed attitudes, and inadequate support services. The Government should provide coordinated leadership A Disability Issues Commission should be established, legislation similar to the UK’s Disabilities Act put in place,...

Click here for our 2020 Election Priorities for Drug Law Reform Drug use should be treated as a health issue and the Government’s focus should be on reducing harm to New Zealanders. Drugs can cause harm but not all drug use is problematic. Drug policy should focus on harm-reduction and be a health issue Government funding should shift to addiction treatment and rehabilitation programmes, which should be widely available. Needle and syringe exchanges, and safe places for using drugs, should...

Click here for our 2020 Election Progressive Tax Reform Policy A Green economy is about better quality of life for people and the planet. Economic success is intertwined with environmental and human wellbeing. Success should be measured by human and environmental wellbeing A sustainable economy operates within the limits set by the natural environment and ensures just living standards for all people. Government and businesses should measure and report on social, environmental, and economic indicators including gender equity. The tax...

Click here for our 2020 Election Priorities for Education Our education system should give everyone the best possible start on a life-long journey that happens inside and outside the classroom. Every child is entitled to a high-quality, free, accessible public education that gives them the best possible start in life. Well-funded public education is the cornerstone of the education system State schools should be funded so they are not reliant on donations, fees, or fundraising. Public funding for private schools...

Click here for our 2020 Election Priorities on Reducing Waste Click here for our 2020 Election Priorities on Clean Water We love Aotearoa and we want to protect it. Our kids have a birthright to swim in clean rivers, fish in the sea, and walk in pristine forests. Our kids have a birth right to swim in clean rivers, fish in the sea, and walk in pristine forests. Real prosperity means clean rivers, clean air, and thriving plants and animals....

Everyone should be treated equally, with access to what we need to live a good life.  In government we've fought to implement policy that ensures everyone gets a fair go and that we reduce the inequality experienced by women, young people and Māori in particular.  We've achieved a huge amount Incomes for women are increasing through better starting salaries and addressing systemic bias in the public service. We've introduced a bold new model to get all of government working together...

Protecting and growing our forests cleans the air and lowers greenhouse gas emissions, creates jobs and economic value, sustains the soil and clean water, and helps support our native animals. Indigenous forests should be increased Land-owners should be incentivised to convert to permanent and plantation forestry. Government should expand its ownership of state forests, except where they are returned to Maori under Treaty of Waitangi settlements. Forestry can support Aotearoa New Zealand’s contribution to stopping climate change Economic tools such...

Click here for our 2020 Election Priorities for Global Affairs Aotearoa New Zealand can be a responsible global citizen, working to promote peace, human rights, and environmental sustainability, especially in the Asia-Pacific region. Aotearoa New Zealand’s foreign policy should promote peace and human rights New Zealand law should ensure that our armed forces never engage in overseas military action without a UN sanction and the approval of Parliament. Our human rights and peace advocacy work should focus on the Asia-Pacific...

Click here for our 2020 Election Priorities for Health Click here for our 2020 Election Priorities for Mental Health Quality, free healthcare provided by a publicly funded health system is the basis of a good life. Everyone has a right to the healthcare services they need There should be no financial barriers to anyone accessing the healthcare services they need. Dental care should be free for children, students, beneficiaries, and superannuitants. Government should fund inpatient and community mental health services...