Election 2026: The Opportunity Party’s tax plan could lead to public service job losses, less money for Oranga Tamariki, leader Qiulae Wong says

Home / New Zealand / PoliticsJamie EnsorChief Political Reporter·NZ Herald·31 Jul, 2026 02:46 AM9 mins to read‌The party expects nearly $4 billion in savings. Video / Jamie EnsorThe Opportunity Party’s $4 billion savings drive could result in public service job losses, leader Qiulae Wong says, with thousands of workers “repurposed” to new roles. Wong told the Herald that Opportunity’s plan to save nearly $4b would be achieved by creating an “efficient public service in a planned AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.