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Government Apologizes for 'Lotto' Comment, Hikes Social Housing Rent
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- May 21, 2026
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- 115
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Summary
Finance Minister Nicola Willis apologizes for insensitive lotto comment regarding social housing tenants. Government announces reforms to social housing system, including increased income-related rent contribution for tenants. Changes aim to shift balance between social housing and private rentals, with expectations of saving money to reinvest in Accommodation Supplement for private renters. Critics argue reforms are cruel and wont help vulnerable New Zealanders achieve independence, while government maintains changes are necessary for system efficiency and better targeting. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/bff4ef77fe238753