Few are surprised that many Kiwis want the fuel tax cut to be extended.

A new poll states that more than two-thirds of respondents want the current fuel tax cut extended until annual inflation is below 3 per cent. In the 12 months to September 2022 inflation was at 7.2 per cent.

On current forecasts that would mean extending the cut until the middle of 2024, costing more than $2 billion.

Gull NZ general manager Dave Bodger joined Mike Hosking.

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Few are surprised that many Kiwis want the fuel tax cut to be extended.
A new poll states that more than two-thirds of respondents want the current fuel tax cut extended until annual inflation is below 3 per cent. In the 12 months to September 2022 inflation was at 7.2 per cent.
On current forecasts that would mean extending the cut until the middle of 2024, costing more than $2 billion.
Gull NZ general manager Dave Bodger joined Mike Hosking.
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Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers. Whether you’re a small business owner or interested in what’s going on in the Big End of Town, this podcast encompasses the sharpest voices and minds in the world of business.

Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers.