The New Zealand First deputy leader and finance spokesperson Shane Jones is calling for higher growth and more productivity as a way to bring prosperity to a wider class of New Zealanders.
He adds this is the way to help Maori overcome negative social statistics, and the thicket of regulation governing business in all areas of the economy only makes things worse for everyone.
Jones adds tax relief will have to be looked at again because of the country's vulnerable economic condition.
He spoke to Eric Frykberg.
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Im all for the 60sqm builds and I think this is something that could come in a standardized form, problem is where do you put them so they dont create cabin like villages or do you overcome that barrier by age discrimination whereby applicable to 50 plus ownership only and seed younger owners elsewhere in amongst the general populace? I think Northland has enormous potential but is riddled with social issues some of which undoubtedly arise from lack of development and sadly its not difficult to see why many are very reserved when it comes to investing in or indeed just plain moving north to reside. I respect Shane and Winston but I have too say there are many former NZF followers that will still be disappointed that Bill's phone didnt ring ,many saw NZF as the regulator that a National govt needed for the time. I will be surprised if NZF makes the cut this election. Push the 60sqm hard and it might get you where you need to be at the booth . Kind Regards....
60sqm houses would be at best a two bedroom house with small bedrooms and a tiny lounge.
What sized plot of land would you suggest a 60sqm house should go on? 130sqm? Anything less than 127sqm plot of land would be difficult to maintain any sense of privacy and usability for spending any time outside while at home.
I would suggest that such a house would be unsuitable for even a couple with just one child.
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