However, Labour says the figures are conservative, because they are based on the current rates of superannuation rather than future increases. “I don’t think this is going to be a big-spending election campaign. I don’t think that’s where the heads of the voters are at. I don’t think they’re looking for big-spending election promises, so I don’t think that’s going to be the flavour of the campaign.”He said it would not be the same as Ardern’s big-stage speeches: “We are very different personality types. “That’s something I think really does sharpen people’s focus and I guess in light of the cost of living and post-Covid times, it’s quite clear the challenges we’re facing.

Source: New Zealand Herald May 26, 2023 20:56 UTC