Green Party policies are developed by our members. We are a diverse group but work together to find a way forward that suits everyone. This is one of the benefits of becoming a Green Party member - click here to join!  When a policy is created or reviewed, everyone is invited to share their ideas and give feedback on draft policies. Policy development groups steward the process - and it is often a complex process. Green Party Networks and other...

A healthy approach to alcohol and other drugs The Green Party will take an evidence-based, compassionate approach to drug law reform that reduces harm in our communities. A more compassionate approach to drugs will support people who are struggling instead of punishing them. People living on low incomes, without access to safe, affordable homes, secure incomes and access to key support services often experience the brunt of drug harm, including through the criminal justice system. Successive governments have made it...

This Budget is full of Green wins. The most obvious is the $2.9 Billion investment to implement the many initiatives in the Emissions Reduction Plan, but it doesn't stop there. With our Cooperation Agreement, we've also secured important work programmes to continue looking after our environment and our communities. Take a look at our Green budget wins below.

TAKE THE QUIZ How we're tackling the climate crisis Over the last four years, the Greens in Government have laid the foundations for climate action in every part of Aotearoa. The Emissions Reduction Plan(ERP) is a landmark all-of-Government plan to cut climate pollution in a way that makes life better for everyone, protects nature, and improves our communities.The Emissions Reduction Plans comes following decades of calling for climate action and years of negotiations led by Green Party Co-leader and Climate...

Aotearoa can be a place where Te Tiriti o Waitangi is honoured in full, the injustices caused by colonisation can be redressed, and our people and taiao can be healed as we head into the future. But colonisation – including governmental policies of land dispossession – has resulted in most land in Aotearoa being alienated from tangata whenua. This legacy along with continued detachment from whenua constitute the most significant factors in why Māori experience so many disproportionately negative outcomes...

Public schools and early childhood education that meets everyone’s needs. The Green Party will ensure every child can reach their full potential with a high-quality, accessible public education. For anyone who wants to become a teacher, a doctor, start a business, or be a climate scientist – it all starts with a great education. It’s not only the school system that affects a child’s education, but also housing, income, and health. Evidence has been clear for years that the main...

We have a real chance to build resilient, more vibrant communities.   Right now there are pivotal decisions being made about the future of Wellington. By ensuring smart decisions are made now, we can deliver fast, clean transport that puts Wellington on track to a climate-friendly future. We can make getting around by bike and public transport fast and easy. And we can build affordable, green homes, close to jobs, schools, shops and parks. 

The Greens have led the way on tackling climate change, reducing inequality and protecting nature. We’re proud of our track record. With more of us in Parliament next term, we’ll go further, faster to achieve more visionary change.  

City Councillor Brent Barrett works and votes to help make Palmerston North a future-ready city where everyone thrives.  With a background in environmental advocacy and continued professional involvement in agri-science, Brent brings long term, solution-oriented thinking to his work representing the city’s constituents.   His main interests include transport and the environment, with a fair sprinkling of social justice.  In responding to the climate and ecological crisis we face, Brent is working to build consensus and deliver practical climate action at...

Laurie Foon’s been a champion of sustainable business and social responsibility in Wellington city. She was a powerful advocate for new sewage solutions introduced in the 2021 Long Term Plan to divert Wellington’s sewage away from the landfill! Her vision is that Wellington will become the 'coolest little sustainable capital in the world'. In fact, you'll probably bump into Laurie riding her bike, as this is her favourite way to get around the city. Laurie is a passionate advocate for...