NewzNew Zealand First leader Winston Peters has confirmed plans to increase the national minimum wage and permanently boost Working for Families payments by $120. The policy commitments were officially detailed following an initial revelation during Stuff's Kingmaker's debate.
The announcement outlines concrete financial adjustments aimed at supporting lower-income earners and families through targeted welfare and wage enhancements. The Working for Families adjustments are designated as permanent increases.
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