'Rolling maul' of economic policy announcements coming: Nicola Willis

'Rolling maul' of economic policy announcements coming: Nicola Willis
Nicola Willis says the Government sees tourism and foreign direct investment as areas where growth could come from. (Image: NZME)
Dileepa Fonseka
The new Minister for Economic Growth, Nicola Willis, says a host of Government announcements targeting the portfolio's title will be made in the coming weeks.“Expect a rolling maul. We are going to be making continuous announcements as part of the economic growth plan,” Willis told reporters at the National Party’s caucus retreat in Hamilton on Wednesday.Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is also expected to deliver a State of the Nation speech in Auckland on Thursday where economic growth will likely be a major focus.'A...

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