Discussion Forum | United Future

Turner outlines areas for social progress

UnitedFuture's family spokesperson Judy Turner today outlined some of the significant areas of social policy that UnitedFuture would promote, if it forms part of the... Read More

Last post by Joe Burton
2008-10-28 16:51:07.183
1 response, 621 views

BLOG: We Make MMP Work

What does it take to make MMP work? It’s the system we chose, a system that reflects the colour, vibrancy and fairness that NZ has... Read More

Last post by Damian Light
2008-10-26 15:37:10.095
3 responses, 1057 views

Dunne: survival of health camps essential

UnitedFuture leader Peter Dunne has accused the Ministry of Social Development of 'dropping the ball' over funding for the nation's children's health camps. "These camps... Read More

Last post by Judy Turner
2008-10-18 09:51:56.232
1 response, 642 views

Driving age "must be raised by Easter" - Dunne

Coroner Sue Johnson is the latest voice to call for legislation to raise the driving age to be hurried through Parliament, while speaking at the... Read More

Last post by QuentinTodd
2008-10-18 07:54:26.671
1 response, 593 views

UnitedFuture's response to Labour's student allowance pledge

UnitedFuture leader Peter Dunne says he's not surprised Labour has promised students a universal allowance if Labour's re-elected, but notes the policy will not deal... Read More

Last post by Robin Gunston
2008-10-14 15:53:48.384
4 responses, 888 views

UnitedFuture releases education policy

UnitedFuture today released its education policy, which spokeswoman Judy Turner says is comprehensive, inclusive and will enable universal access to all levels of education. “We... Read More

Last post by Kelleigh Sheffield-Cranstoun
2008-10-12 21:28:21.34
1 response, 662 views

BLOG: A Simple Question

Here's a thought. The wasted vote at this election is actually the vote for Labour or National. They're the big guys who will be there... Read More

Last post by Kelleigh Sheffield-Cranstoun
2008-10-09 18:37:40.92
1 response, 941 views

Families will suffer in ‘gloomy picture’ - Dunne

The latest treasury estimates paint a ‘very gloomy picture’ ahead, with increasing unemployment, lower wage increases and billions of dollars less in the expected tax... Read More

Last post by Kelleigh Sheffield-Cranstoun
2008-10-09 18:25:28.031
1 response, 830 views

POLL: Do you think this election campaign will be dignified?

Do you think this election campaign will be dignified? See the results. Read More

Last post by Kelleigh Sheffield-Cranstoun
2008-10-09 17:58:50.134
5 responses, 1744 views

POLL: Is 30cents in the dollar a good top personal tax rate?

Is 30cents in the dollar a good top personal tax rate? See the results. Read More

Last post by Tina Coop
2008-10-07 15:58:15.602
6 responses, 2706 views

UnitedFuture announces more candidates

UnitedFuture party president, Denise Krum, has announced a further 12 electorate candidates for this year’s general election. She commended the candidates on their wide community... Read More

Last post by QuentinTodd
2008-10-06 19:25:47.577
1 response, 616 views

MMP parties join forces over TV3 debate

The leaders of three MMP parties have written a joint letter to the TV3’s head of news and current affairs Mark Jennings condemning the decision... Read More

Last post by QuentinTodd
2008-10-03 19:01:37.511
1 response, 638 views

Would Maori Party respect a referendum result?

UnitedFuture leader Peter Dunne is challenging Maori Party co-leader Pita Sharples to explain whether he would accept the outcome of a public referendum on Maori... Read More

Last post by QuentinTodd
2008-09-30 06:12:08.073
1 response, 584 views

UnitedFuture delivering an extended summer

UnitedFuture Leader Peter Dunne is thrilled that New Zealanders will be able to enjoy this year’s summer a little bit more due to the three-week... Read More

Last post by QuentinTodd
2008-09-27 08:15:19.1
1 response, 567 views

BLOG: MEMO TO HELEN CLARK & JOHN KEY

So you both agree this election is about trust. So do I. But you both seem to think it is about which one of you... Read More

Last post by mcinnes
2008-09-24 10:01:29.037
5 responses, 2160 views

It’s time things changed, says UnitedFuture

UnitedFuture leader Peter Dunne says the last week’s events in Parliament have been disgraceful and will have confirmed for many New Zealanders that MPs fully... Read More

Last post by QuentinTodd
2008-09-19 21:44:26.726
5 responses, 2240 views

UnitedFuture ready for 8 November election

UnitedFuture leader Peter Dunne says the 8 November General Election provides the opportunity for a new mandate and a fresh start. “We are ready for... Read More

Last post by mcinnes
2008-09-15 22:20:39.717
1 response, 544 views

Huge Backing for Income Splitting

UnitedFuture leader Peter Dunne expressed great satisfaction today with the results of the public response to a government discussion document on income splitting for tax... Read More

Last post by Kelleigh Sheffield-Cranstoun
2008-09-11 21:44:15.734
8 responses, 2722 views

POLL: Is a one-off payment to households of $112 in the year 2010 enough compensation to pass the ETS?

Is a one-off payment to households of $112 in the year 2010 enough compensation to pass the ETS? See the results. Read More

Last post by liberalcentrist
2008-09-09 21:21:25.637
6 responses, 1998 views

BLOG: small minded Politicians at their Worst

I am sick and tired of small minded politicians whose pursuit of a headline gets in the way of the best policies for New Zealand... Read More

Last post by Glenn Andert
2008-09-09 18:30:35.27
21 responses, 4909 views