Episode

Fair or victim-blaming - the fight over rising ACC levies

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The Detail
Published
Jun 28, 2026
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1330
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Summary

Motorcycles make up a disproportionate number of ACC's injury costs, but motorcyclists say that's because cars are hitting them - so they shouldn't have to pay the price Without the injunction, ACC levies are set to rise for motorcycle riders from Wednesday. Bikers are angry, calling it 'victim blaming' and at odds with the purpose of the scheme. Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details