The New Zealand Taxpayers’ Union has formally responded to the government’s 2026 Budget Policy Statement, representing grassroots Kiwis who want lower taxes and stronger fiscal accountability.
This matters because the government’s “borrow and hope” strategy is unsustainable. Debt could soar past 200 percent of GDP by 2065, risking a fiscal crisis and saddling future households with huge interest costs.
Our “Pathway to Surplus” shows that by reducing government spending to sustainable levels and prioritising efficiency, New Zealand can balance the books, protect taxpayers, and secure a stronger economic future without cutting essential services.
