The bed tax was not my idea so don't pick on me, but here’s some home truths

PremiumOpinionOpinion byWayne BrownNZ Herald·6 Sep, 2026 05:00 PM4 mins to readWayne Brown has been the Mayor of Auckland since 2022, and was the Mayor of the Far North from 2007-2013.‌NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Monday, September 7, 2026.

It's thought there could be merit to the Greens' plan - for a publicly-owned grocery chain. Video / NZ HeraldIt really is about time for a clear explanation of the proposed bed night levy, as the debate has been hijacked by sloganeering politicians worried about the upcoming election – so here are a few home truths.

These levies are everywhere around the world. Unfortunately, our MPs don’t actually pay