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Politics
Ben McKay

Hipkins to rein in spending in New Zealand policy reset

New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins will begin his promised "policy reset" as he reorients his Labour government towards the October election.

Mr Hipkins, who became leader last month after Jacinda Ardern's surprise exit, has pledged to shed unpopular policies and rein in spending.

Cabinet is holding a Wednesday lunchtime meeting to consider options, with the first cuts to be announced on Wednesday afternoon.

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