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The Conservative Party says New Zealand has a history of unity and that attempts to divide people by race should be resisted. They say employment, promotion, and access to services should be based purely on merit, meaning the same rules for everyone regardless of background. They do not mention the Treaty of Waitangi or co-governance directly.
“Every New Zealander should have the same rights, responsibilities and opportunities under the law.”
“We oppose policies that divide people according to race, ancestry, sex or identity. Employment, promotion and access to public services should be based on individual need, ability and merit.”
“It should not unnecessarily interfere in people's lives, divide New Zealanders by race or identity, or impose an ever-growing burden of regulation and bureaucracy.”
Summarised neutrally from Conservative Party NZ’s own official policy (as at 2026-09-07) and checked by an editor. Nothing is paraphrased without the source linked. Read the original ↗ Politika is non-partisan. Compare all parties on Treaty & Māori Affairs →
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