19 May 2023

Budget 2023 misses middle NZ

From Morning Report, 7:12 am on 19 May 2023

Labour's delivered its election year budget.

Young families are some of the biggest winners with cheaper childcare and free public transport for those aged under 13.

And everyone gets a free prescription.

But many believe the government could have done more for middle New Zealand and businesses say they missed out altogether.

Our reporters hit the streets last night to get a snapshot of the mood on Budget 2023.

Lauren Crimp has the story.