Release: National’s circus the last thing New Zealand needs
12 August 2026
Christopher Luxon may have survived his latest leadership crisis, but New Zealanders are still stuck with a National government that has lost control.
“While Kiwis are struggling to pay the bills, National is focused on fighting amongst themselves,” Labour Leader Chris Hipkins said.
“For three years we’ve watched Christopher Luxon lurch from one issue to another while Ministers fight with each other, fight with their own agencies and fight with the people they are supposed to serve.
“National promised to fix the economy and bring down the cost of living. Instead, groceries, power, fuel and healthcare are all costing more, unemployment is up and families are falling further behind.
“Backstabbing and infighting just means more delay and more distraction for New Zealand. If National can’t govern itself, how can New Zealanders trust it to govern the country?
“Kiwis deserve a government focused on the things that matter to them. Labour is fighting for good jobs, affordable healthcare, homes Kiwis can afford and the chance to build a future here.
“New Zealand doesn’t need another National leader. It needs a change of government,” Chris Hipkins said.
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By LabourVoices
12 August 2026
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Authorised by Rob Salmond, 2 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington.
Authorised by Chris Hipkins MP, Parliament Bldg, Wellington.