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Superannuitants had enough of being election pawns

Published: Thu 16 Oct 2008 11:47 AM
POLITICAL FOOTBALL
Superannuitants have had enough of being election pawns.
Older New Zealanders find it offensive that their destiny has become politicised with Superannuation being used as a tool to secure votes or bargain for political power. GREY POWER calls for an INDEPENDENT COMMISSIONER to set and review Superannuation rates at six monthly intervals.
Seniors want assurance NOW that the dignity and independence of their entitlement to superannuation is restored.
ENDS

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