Parliament - Live Stream and Question Time

Questions to Ministers RICARDO MENÉNDEZ MARCH to the Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs: Will he introduce legislation to prohibit the supermarket duopoly from charging excessive prices, like Australia has done; if not, why not? DAVID MacLEOD to the Minister of Finance: What recent reports has she seen on New Zealand's capital intensity? Hon Dr MEGAN WOODS to the Minister for Energy: Is it still his intention that the Government signs a contract with a provider for an LNG import terminal before the election? TAKUTA FERRIS to the Minister of Housing: Does he stand by his statement that "Social housing is a high-cost intervention and should be targeted to those who need it most"? JOSEPH MOONEY to the Minister for Media and Communications: Is he considering implementing a streaming tax? Hon WILLIE JACKSON to the Minister for Maori Crown Relations: Te Arawhiti: Does he stand by his statement at the Iwi Chairs Forum that "we haven't got it all right"; if so, what haven't they got right? MIKE DAVIDSON to the Minister for ACC: Has he read the report, The Legacy of PCP and its Dioxins in Aotearoa: An overview of human rights concerns; if so, does he have a response to it? Hon GINNY ANDERSEN to the Minister of Education: Does she agree with educators who described the draft curriculum as "potentially damaging to learners" and showing "a total lack of understanding of our disciplines"? TOM RUTHERFORD to the Minister of Transport: Is the Government considering introducing a ute tax? CAMERON LUXTON to the Associate Minister for the Environment: What recent announcements has he made? CAMILLA BELICH to the Minister of Justice: Does he stand by all his statements and actions in relation to the Electoral Amendment Act 2025; if so, why? RIMA NAKHLE to the Minister of Education: How is the Government improving student outcomes through investments in school infrastructure?

Questions to Ministers DAN BIDOIS to the Minister of Finance: How is the Government helping New Zealand businesses to invest in productive assets? Rt Hon CHRIS HIPKINS to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions? JENNY MARCROFT to the Associate Minister of Health: What recent reports has she seen on aged care? CHLÖE SWARBRICK to the Prime Minister: E tautoko ana ia i nga korero me nga mahi katoa a tona Kawanatanga? Does he stand by all of his Government's statements and actions? Hon CARMEL SEPULONI to the Minister for Women: Does she stand by her statement that "The Government is committed to supporting women"; if so, why? Dr CARLOS CHEUNG to the Minister of Housing: Is the Government considering removing interest deductibility on residential property? Hon BARBARA EDMONDS to the Minister of Finance: Does she stand by all her statements and actions? Hon MARAMA DAVIDSON to the Prime Minister: E tautoko ana ia i nga korero me nga mahi katoa a tona Kawanatanga? Does he stand by all of his Government's statements and actions? Dr VANESSA WEENINK to the Minister for Media and Communications: Is he considering implementing a streaming tax? Hon Dr AYESHA VERRALL to the Minister of Health: Is it correct that the net increase in Health New Zealand full-time equivalent nursing staff between the quarters ending March 2024 and March 2026 is 54 FTE? SUZE REDMAYNE to the Minister of Agriculture: Are the Government's tax policies supporting the primary sector to grow; if so, how? INGRID LEARY to the Minister for Seniors: Is it still the Government's plan for its policies to reflect the "reality" that "older people are a vital and growing part of New Zealand's workforce, economy, and communities"?

Questions to Ministers Rt Hon CHRIS HIPKINS to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions? RYAN HAMILTON to the Minister of Finance: What recent reports has she seen on the economy? CHLÖE SWARBRICK to the Prime Minister: E tautoko ana ia i nga korero me nga mahi katoa a tona Kawanatanga? Does he stand by all of his Government's statements and actions? Hon BARBARA EDMONDS to the Minister of Finance: Does she stand by all her statements and actions? TODD STEPHENSON to the Associate Minister of Health: What recent changes has Pharmac made? DEBBIE NGAREWA-PACKER to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions? RIMA NAKHLE to the Minister of Housing: What recent reports has he seen on housing? Hon WILLOW-JEAN PRIME to the Minister for Social Development and Employment: Does she stand by her statement regarding the Social Security (Mandatory Reviews) Amendment Bill that it would "contribute to a more proactive, efficient, and accurate welfare system"; if so, is it consistent with 15,000 pensioners and veterans losing their winter energy payments? Hon MARAMA DAVIDSON to the Prime Minister: E tautoko ana ia i nga korero me nga mahi katoa a tona Kawanatanga? Does he stand by all of his Government's statements and actions? NANCY LU to the Minister for Media and Communications: Is he considering implementing a streaming tax? DAN ROSEWARNE to the Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing: Does he have confidence that small businesses are getting a fair go when dealing with large insurers; if so, why? GRANT McCALLUM to the Minister of Agriculture: What recent reports has he seen on Government policies to grow New Zealand's agriculture sector, including Investment Boost?

Questions to Ministers ORIINI KAIPARA to the Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety: Does she stand by her statement that the Government's health and safety reforms will "better protect workers and support a continued reduction in serious workplace injuries and fatalities"? TAMATHA PAUL to the Minister of Housing: Does he stand by all of his statements and policies on housing? Hon CARMEL SEPULONI to the Minister for Social Development and Employment: What is the total number of unemployed people in New Zealand in the June 2026 quarter, and how does this compare to the September 2023 quarter? GREG FLEMING to the Minister for Auckland: What recent reports has he seen on the opening date for the Auckland City Rail Link? RICARDO MENÉNDEZ MARCH to the Minister for Social Development and Employment: Does she stand by her statement that "They should be the responsibility of their parents" in response to questions regarding restricting income support for 18- to 19-year-olds receiving jobseeker support (health condition, injury, or disability)? GRANT McCALLUM to the Minister of Health: What recent announcements has he made about improving access to diagnostic services for people living in Northland? Hon WILLIE JACKSON to the Minister of Justice: Does he stand by all his statements and actions? CARL BATES to the Minister of Justice: What initiatives is the Government progressing to reduce retail crime? Dr PARMJEET PARMAR to the Minister for Food Safety: How is the Government making it easier for food businesses to comply with the Food Act 2014 while maintaining New Zealand's food safety standards? Hon Dr AYESHA VERRALL to the Minister of Health: Does he stand by his appointments to the Medical Council, and what information did he or his office consider before making these appointments? Dr DAVID WILSON to the Minister for Resources: What recent reports, if any, has he seen on the minerals royalty regime? DAN ROSEWARNE to the Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing: What recent advice has he received on the cost pressures facing small businesses, and what actions is he taking in response?

Questions to Ministers DAN BIDOIS to the Minister of Finance: What recent reports has she seen on the economy? Rt Hon CHRIS HIPKINS to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions? TIM COSTLEY to the Minister responsible for RMA Reform: What announcement has he made about heritage in Wellington? CAMERON LUXTON to the Minister for Regulation: How has the Government implemented the principles of good regulation in support of New Zealand businesses? Hon BARBARA EDMONDS to the Minister of Finance: Does she stand by all her statements and actions? Dr LAWRENCE XU-NAN to the Minister of Foreign Affairs: Does he stand by all his statements and actions? CATHERINE WEDD to the Minister for Energy: What announcement has the Government made about supporting New Zealand businesses facing higher gas prices and uncertainty about future gas supply? Rt Hon CHRIS HIPKINS to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions? SUZE REDMAYNE to the Minister for Trade and Investment: What recent reports has he seen on New Zealand exports? Hon MARAMA DAVIDSON to the Prime Minister: E tautoko ana ia i nga korero me nga mahi katoa a tona Kawanatanga? Does he stand by all of his Government's statements and actions? Hon GINNY ANDERSEN to the Minister for Economic Growth: Does she stand by her statement, "Economic growth means more jobs, higher wages and better opportunities for all New Zealanders"? RAWIRI WAITITI to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions?