Campaign Blog: 28 October - Rt Hon John Key

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28 October 2008
Campaign Blog: 28 October

Yesterday I was out and about greeting shoppers in Auckland malls.

While I knew National had solid support, which has been obvious for a long time, I am still constantly surprised just how strong the support is when I greet people.

I went to St Lukes mall and Albany mall, and met dozens of people enjoying a public holiday.

Many just mentioned it was time for a change and wished me good luck. Others wanted to discuss National's policies and plans.

One woman said she would be voting for our opposition because she had all her life - but even then she said she hoped I did well and still wished me luck.

I also used yesterday as an opportunity to confirm our policy for a 20-year infrastructure plan, including a greater funding commitment, use of infrastructure bonds, and reform of the Resource Management Act.

I also talked about the prospects for infrastructure under a Labour-Greens government - versus the prospects under a National government.

The former would be a recipe for paralysis, partly because they are not prepared to commit as much as National, and partly because they are not willing to reform the Resource Management Act.

Put simply, we need decent infrastructure to grow, and a Labour-Greens combination will not see that happen.

Today I am campaigning in Christchurch, where I will be talking about a major issue of concern to New Zealanders - law & order.

John Key

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National Headlines: Keeping you up to date

Tragedy from bureaucratic errors

National Party Health spokesman Tony Ryall says after nine years Labour still can't get the basics right with the health system.

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Clark's 'Could've Been' campaign all about spending

National Party Finance spokesman Bill English says after nine long years in Government, Helen Clark has been reduced to running a 'Could've Been' election campaign.

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All talk, no action from Labour over failing kids

Labour's latest plan to identify at-risk kids is simply more bureaucracy and fast talk, says National's Education spokeswoman, Anne Tolley.

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Labour nine years too slow and too late on health

New Zealanders will be choking on Labour's promise to streamline bureaucracy in the health system and deal with hospital waiting lists. Both things have got worse under Labour, says National's Health spokesman, Tony Ryall.

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National: Building for a Brighter future

National Party Leader John Key says a National-led Government will make $8.6 billion available for new infrastructure projects over the next six years, while reducing development delays.

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#1 - john moore 2008-10-28 14:43 - (Reply)

KIWISAVER. how about contributions deducted before taxed! if you earn $400-00 and save at a rate od 8% $32-00 will be put into Kiwisaver and income tax will only be taken from the balance of $368-00. would that not encourage savings and also be a tax cut? Good luck in the election. Looking forward to having National as our government and you as our prime minister.

#2 - Terry Blackler 2008-10-28 14:46 - (Reply)

Keep it going guys, I will be on a visit to OZ so will have to celebrate the victory when I come back!! The non retaliation to attacks id really giving them the gripes. Blue skies everyday Red is always a sunset colour. Terry B

#3 - Greg Thomas 2008-10-28 15:54 - (Reply)

It's time for a change. Labour just refuse to lsiten to the people. We have been forced to ahve unrealistic legislatin rammed down our throats for the past nine years...nine years of following Autralia and USa's economy instead of building our own up. Labour has kiss arsed the Maori's too long, and they need a hurry up to bring them up to date that WE are ALL equal, there's no preferences. In terms of settlements I feel that they should be legilated out as the massive amounts of money does not go to the recipients overall. I would rather have a bank manager running the country than a pseudo government made up of a rag tag mix to govern.

#4 - Mick Stracey Clitherow 2008-10-28 16:10 - (Reply)

Shout the 20 year aspect of the infrastructure plan from the rooftops. Now. Our Unique Selling Point. take a mortgage, buy a house and you think 20 years, and fund accordingly. Plan for urbanisation Auckland to Orewa, buy up land bank for schools and medical facilities, reserve transport corridors, think sewage and potable water, broadband, electrical energy. contra labour party: "Hey guys we have a few extra bucks in te kitty, we wil stop this project and start that one to get some more votes".

#5 - Don Lindale 2008-10-28 16:25 - (Reply)

It ssems that Clark and her gang will do anything to keep hold of power - her latest ploy to get alongsode the Maori Party is a prime example. I only hope that the Maori population can see her for what she is "Power Crazy"

#6 - Jane 2008-10-28 18:00 - (Reply)

In the time Labour has been in government, people do not want to go into the teaching profession because of the lack of control teachers have over students right across the board. They now have to pay people to train and pay their fees to attract them into this profession! Also in the nursing profession, nurses come out of training with a huge student debt and paid poor wages and have to work long hours without the practical training. Why doesn't National promise to go back to the old system of training nurses in hospitals and paying them as they go like an apprenticeship? Surely this would help to retain nurses in this country and encourage more to train.

#7 - Cliff and Jennifer Knight 2008-10-28 18:05 - (Reply)

Hi John We are 68 and 70 yrs old and have health insurance with Southern Cross. Last year we both needed surgery at short notice for serious ( first time ) health problems. We got $70,000 worth of help. This was a BIG saving for the State Health System. Howevwr we are struggling with our premiums whilst paying tax on our extra savings ( interest) and part time work jobs. Surely a tax rebate on our health insurance premiums would be fair, and a good investment for the State ? If we can not meet the premiums we will be a big liability for the State system in the future. Good luck with the election. Yours in despair Cliff and Jenifer Knight

#7.1 - Jane 2008-10-28 22:52 - (Reply)

I agree with Cliff and Jennifer. We pay a fortune for SX. Interestingly enough it seems they have changed the rules a bit. We have had a hospital cash plan for about 30 years. We tried to claim it last week and were told it had changed to those in a quote"public facility". Just like the Government they change the rules...and they are wrong and are about to hear from us again! However Cliff and Jennifer, hopefully with a change in 2 weeks you can both stop working unless you do it for your interest and choice, and spend well deserved time together. HC and her greedy lot will be a thing of the past.$70,000 well spent, now enjoy better health as you would still be waiting under the other system. Jane

#8 - Henning Axt 2008-10-28 20:18 - (Reply)

Keep up the good work. Looking forward to a 'blue' future. It is good to see that infrastructure will get a major boost! When you look how France / Germany got their economies going with a top notch infrastructure then you can get the picture of what is required here. A bold vision should even look at a motorway or at least dual carriage way from Auckland to Wellington one day. It would reduce the road carnage, lower fuel consumption and overall enhance the NZ economy. As it stands at the moment labour will only (hopefully not at all) be able to govern with the help of the Greens. Just imagine what concessions they will extract from Labour to be part of the government because Labour will need them. There will be few if any new roads built and no new industries will be established as they are potentially too pollutant and absorb energy. So, go out there and get the message accross that there needs to be a major swing to National to be effective and achieve real change.

#9 - Rose May 2008-10-28 21:17 - (Reply)

I wish us all luck for a brighter future. You are a breath of Real and Fresh Air. It is so nice to have a Politaian who has experienced a life! One thing I would like to see happen when National is elected into power is the encouragement of working for a benefit. Obviously there are some beneficiaries that phsyically/mentally can't work but there are thousand who can but choose not to. I went to a school in the Far North in the eighties that had children of 3rd/4th generation beneficiaries and they themselves have followed in the family business. After living and working in Auckland for 19 years I have returned to live in the North and today the environment is worse mainly because of unemployment, drugs and alcohol. What I would like to see is beneficiaries working for there benefit. Everyday I see land that is covered in gorse etc that would really benefit from a bit of hard work. For these beneficiaries they have never understood the meaning of a days work. Remember how terrifying it was/is to apply for a job, go through the process of cv's interivews etc, well for these people they have never done this and WE except them to go out and get a job. Obviously reducing unemployment is a huge thing and in the perfect world there wouldn't be any but we have to start somewhere and stop it being to easy to just stay and home and be paid to do nothing. Here's hoping the average voter is thinking of a Brighter Future, it is certainly needed.

#10 - Jeff Glover 2008-10-29 07:47 - (Reply)

You talk about 20 year infrastructure. In May of this year I wrote you (John Key) in respect of future proofing Aucklands public transport system by installing a 2way Monorail system down major motorways, progressing to arterial routes with "park and rides" similar to North Shores bus lanes. I gave a lot of information but haven't had the courtesy of even a reply as to your thoughts. I think it is a mistake to just keep widening roads...it is not future proofing! (I would be happy to resend this letter)

#11 - Daniel Van Kessel 2008-10-29 14:10 - (Reply)

Hi John, just thought I would let you know that there is a poll on stuff (www.stuff.co.nz) today, and 77% of people think you have made the right, principaled decision to exclude NZ first from a future government. Well done, stick to your guns, two ticks national, love it John, thanks.

#12 - Ryan W 2008-10-29 15:05 - (Reply)

Hi John, Ever since i could vote iv always voted National simply because i believe in what the party stands for, but up until now there has been one thing lacking and that’s someone to be the face of what National is. Too long has NZ suffered from economic ignorance and now its truly time for change. I certain, with this National party in government there is now hope for our future as a country. PS. Your policy to make crims work to support the prisons - top notch ! Keep them coming.

#13 - Martin Watson 2008-10-29 15:29 - (Reply)

No specific comment other than its great to receive regular and upto date reports coming through. I trust this will continue beyond the election period.... keep up the good work :)

#14 - Lindsay R. Kennard said:
2008-10-29 18:14 - (Reply)

I have for some time been concerned with the Investigation and trial Of Scott Watson and some of the methods used by Police in the investigation. One particular area of concern is the Method of Identification used by Police in the investigation is the photo spread or montage method. Project Innocence Figure show that 90% of DNA exoneration's identification of the alleged offender was by this method. The rate of false identification with the method generally is over 80%. This method is in disrepute in many parts of the world and many states and police organisations have moved to stop the use of the method as far as possible as there or other more reliable methods available where the risk of false identification ids as low as 10% Virgina State stopped its use and stopped training in its use in 2005. Imagine my surprise to find then that it is the only method used by New Zealand police and there appears to be no intention to stop as it is the cheapest method. If the standard used in the Scott Watson Case is an example of the rest the the montages then they could be used as an example of the worst possible way to do a photo spread. Those failed to follow the standards of best practice even for 1986 let alone 1998. Please bring our police into the 20th century at least, I don't think they are ready for the 21st yet.

#15 - Susie 2008-10-30 12:41 - (Reply)

Hi John. I sat next to you once on a flight from Wgtn to Akl, you were the Finance Spokesperson then, and were off to deliver a speech at a factory.....on behalf of Don. You and I chatted about stuff, including the Ironman I had just completed, you struck me as a normal, lovely man, who knew what life was about and had normal experiences like all of us. I (am many of my family and friends) really want you to run this country, you are just like us, and understand what we all need to move ahead. You also offer a fantastic breadth of business experience...with your personal success strategies applied to our country surely we can achieve great things. Have you read Atlas Shrugged? I am reading it at present and am astounded at how much of what she writes seems to be happening today! Luck has nothing to do with it....visualise and it is yours....go and win John!!!!!

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