Workplace Relations Minister Brooke van Velden's refutes claims her minimum wage increase is 'piddly'. 

The minimum wage will rise to 23-dollars-and-95-cents next April -- a 45 cent increase. 

Labour's called the hike 'piddly and weak' -- while also claiming in real terms, it's a pay cut for some New Zealanders. 

Van Velden told Ryan Bridge that's simply not true as it aligns with forecast inflation. 

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Workplace Relations Minister Brooke van Velden's refutes claims her minimum wage increase is 'piddly'.&nbsp;
The minimum wage will rise to 23-dollars-and-95-cents next April -- a 45 cent increase.&nbsp;
Labour's called the hike 'piddly and weak' -- while also claiming in real terms, it's a pay cut for some New Zealanders.&nbsp;
Van Velden told Ryan Bridge that's simply not true as it aligns with forecast inflation.&nbsp;
LISTEN ABOVE

With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Brooke van Velden: Minister for workplace relations and safety discusses minimum wage rise

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