New Zealand Labour Party launches general election campaign

Supporters of the New Zealand Labour Party gathered for the launch of the party's general election campaign. Party leader Chris Hipkins addressed issues including healthcare and the cost of living. Hipkins placed household affordability at the heart of the campaign.

Proposed measures include policies to enforce fairer checkout pricing, curb price gouging, introduce a $20 weekly public transport fare cap, and expand solar options with no upfront costs. The campaign introduced measures to relieve student debt and expand apprenticeship funding to keep young New Zealanders in the country.