A podcast episode featuring Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour discussing his immigration policies, including visa fees, language tests, and infrastructure funding, framed around fairness, rural sustainability, and the evolving role of migration in New Zealand.
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But is it continuing to build the Kiwi character that we rely on? For most migrants, absolutely, but for a growing number, perhaps not. And are we keeping up with the infrastructure required for a population that's growing pretty rapidly? You look at Dunedin, say, you know, we add almost a Dunedin worth of people every couple of years. The actual Dunedin took 180 years to build and some people say it still isn't finished. So, you know, there's a question of whether or not we have the right balance.
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balance between history and modern needs
The Country 07/05/26: David Seymour talks to Jamie MackaySocial-media signal on the same topic, drawn from the social lens. Engagement is likes + 2×shares + 3×replies, the same weighting used across the digest cards. View on /social →
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