Rural Life

UnitedFuture recognises the importance of primary industries to the security and prosperity of New Zealand. At a time when there are strong opportunities in the international marketplace, the importance of strong, resilient and responsive primary industries is paramount. They must be supported so the opportunity for diversification and added value is identified and encouraged.

Our policy is more than just an economic prescription for our primary industries. It is about ensuring that the often neglected rural communities receive fair and reasonable access to educational and health services.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Hon Peter Dunne's Keynote Address to ALAC Working Together Conference 2010

Telstra Events Centre, Manukau
9.40am, Thursday, 6 May 2010

Key points:

  • “… while many people drink without harming themselves or others, the misuse of alcohol by some results in considerable health, social and economic costs”.
  • “…the Government’s focus...

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