New survey shows two-thirds of Kiwis want wealth tax, Labour’s control of main issues slipping

Deputy Political Editor·NZ Herald·24 Sep, 2026 05:00 PM4 mins to read‌The National Party of Christopher Luxon (left) trails Chris Hipkins' Labour Party on the country's main issues, according to a new survey. Photo / NZME About two-thirds of Kiwis support a wealth tax while about half back introducing taxes on inheritance, visitor accommodation stays and capital gains, according to a new survey. It comes as Labour’s perceived ability to manage taxation has suffered in the latest Ipsos Issues Monitor survey after attacks led by