The economy is smaller now than it was when National took office.

“Christopher Luxon promised growth. Instead, under his watch the economy has shrunk over the last year - and it hasn’t grown at all since he became Prime Minister,” Labour finance and economy spokesperson Barbara Edmonds said.

“After two years of Christopher Luxon mismanaging the economy, most Kiwis are worse off. It is harder to pay the bills, groceries cost more, and seeing a doctor is more expensive than ever. 

“Governments should be judged on whether families are better off. Today’s data confirms what people are already feeling: Christopher Luxon is making things worse, not better. 

“Christopher Luxon has no idea what life is like for most New Zealanders.

“So, when he stands up and says, ‘the economy is turning a corner,’ let’s be clear about what he really means: the economy is working for a few - not for the rest of New Zealand. 

“New Zealanders cannot afford another three years of National. Labour will focus on what matters most to Kiwis: jobs, health, homes, and real action on the cost of living,” Barbara Edmonds said.