ACT’s Economic Plan for Recovery
Does the Government have a plan beyond borrowing to spend and hoping for a vaccine? What’s their plan to use technology to reopen the border? New Zealanders need certainty. What’s ACT’s economic plan?
Politics in Full Sentences: ACT New Zealand
Every week, Politics in Full Sentences: ACT New Zealand breaks down the political noise into clear, substantive discussion. This isn't about soundbites; it's about exploring the principles of free markets and individual liberty that drive policy thinking. Host Ruwan Premathilaka guides conversations that first make sense of the week's events in parliament and the media, then pivot to a forward-looking proposal aimed at tangible change. You'll regularly hear directly from ACT Leader David Seymour and Deputy Leader Beth Houlbrooke, who delve into the details behind their party's positions. The dialogue is built for anyone interested in the intersection of political philosophy and real-world application, fitting naturally into both Business and Education streams of thought. By dedicating time to a single "big idea" in each episode, this podcast provides depth on solutions rather than just critiquing problems. It’s a weekly audio space for those who believe political discourse can be both principled and practical, offering listeners a structured yet engaging way to understand the currents shaping New Zealand's future. The production is authorised by D Smith of Newmarket.
Episodes
Increasing Fuel Tax in Time of Crisis
Just as New Zealanders are getting moving again, the Government’s going ahead with increasing taxes on road users. Is it appropriate in a time of crisis, and how much will it hit hard-working Kiwis getting back to busine…
ACT’s Candidates for 2020
ACT’s standing 49 talented candidates in electorates from Northland to Southland campaigning for the Party Vote this election. Who are they, what are their values, and when do they start campaigning?
Unpacking the Budget
Labour knows how to throw your tax money around and its track record shows it’ll fail to deliver on its promise to rebuild the economy. What’s in the Government’s Budget for the year and what’s ACT’s alternative solution…
Gun Buyback: A Disaster From Start to Finish
The gun "buyback" is a failure. The Auditor-General's investigation found multiple deficiencies and now COLFO are seeking damages from the Government. Given this, how useful will the gun register be?
COVID: A Road to Recovery
New Zealand needs the right economic policies for a rapid recovery. What's the Government been doing and are they about to make a big mistake?
COVID-19: SMEs and level 3
SMEs are unable to operate, but rents and creditors still need to be paid. Is the Government failing to understand the urgency of the situation?
COVID-19: What’s the way forward to Reopening the Economy?
The pain is setting in, what intelligent things should the Government of New Zealand be doing to get us out of this?
COVID-19: Your Questions to the Government
Parliament is shut but democracy should never be suspended. What is the Epidemic Response Committee, how will ACT offer constructive criticism, and how can you be involved?
COVID-19 Discussion: Your questions answered
On this week's episode of Politics in Full Sentences Max Whitehead joins David Seymour and Beth Houlbrooke from self-isolation to take your questions and provide answers on the COVID-19 situation and the government's res…
