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Inflation Blame Game in NZ | Auckland News
New Zealand’s inflation soars to 4.1%, its highest in over two years, as Finance Minister Nicola Willis blames global oil prices—including a “Trump spike”—for pushing up fuel and diesel costs, claiming domestic inflation would be at a manageable 2.9% without external shocks. She also cites surging electricity (up 12%) and local rates (up 9%) as key drivers, pledging to tackle them through rates caps and renewable energy projects. But opposition firebrand Barbara Edmonds counters sharply, accusing Willis of dodging responsibility for domestic spending hikes—government costs up 21% and GP fees…
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