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Where growth isn't paying for growth
This morning I highlight another case where the 30-30 rule adhered to by both National and Labour means infrastructure growth can’t keep up with population growth. In essence, despite the claim over the years by MPs, Mayors and councillors, growth doesn’t pay for growth.
Elsewhere in the news this morning: more MPs are exposed for taking accommodation allowances for living in Wellington, and there’s a striking case of how staffing and infrastructure shortages are crippling the health system. (See more below in my Picks n’ Mixes)
Where growth isn’t paying for growth
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