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The increased contributions would only make sense if they closed the loophole they introduced themselves regarding total remuneration. Copying someone else’s policy from a decade ago while never acknowledging their own mistake. I guess nothing new here. :)

The successive governments could’ve prioritised narrowing the wealth gap and lowering the cost of living first. Then a policy like this would’ve made a much greater impact. So, while I think making KiwiSaver compulsory is a good idea, it’s a reminder of a lost opportunity.

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[–] nsh@lemmy.nz 3 points 3 days ago

See also:

All the times National has trashed its own campaign policies: https://thespinoff.co.nz/politics/23-06-2026/all-the-times-national-has-trashed-its-own-campaign-policies

It’s politics after all but worth calling out.

[–] deadbeef79000@lemmy.nz 3 points 3 days ago (1 children)

I'm just surprised they didn't just announce another road.

[–] absGeekNZ@lemmy.nz 3 points 2 days ago (1 children)

No announcements required, just fast track to corruption

[–] deadbeef79000@lemmy.nz 2 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Fast track to a seat on the board of Fulton Hogan.

[–] nsh@lemmy.nz 1 points 1 day ago

Or fast track to become a pimp ;)